Release Notes

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Release Date: Apr. 30th, 2025

Android (Version 570090)
  • App users can now access and view encrypted files stored in the Mode Portal.
  • Message drafts are now saved when users switch to another app.
  • Added notification for images that exceed size limits for sharing.
  • Implemented global settings reset for disappearing messages and locked content.
  • Fixed issue where newly added group members could see previous group update messages.
  • Favorites contacts now sync across linked devices.

Release Date: Apr. 28th, 2025

Windows, MacOS, & Linux (Version 1.5.2.3)
  • Administrators can now set usernames in the portal, which will automatically populate in the app.
  • A new file management feature makes it easier for users to view and organize attachments, audio files, and voice notes across all chats.
  • App users can now access and view encrypted files stored in the Mode Portal within their workspace.
  • Improved UI for a cleaner and more intuitive contact list experience.
  • Resolved an issue where the app would freeze after activation.
  • Fixed a bug causing message delivery failures between devices.
  • Various additional bug fixes to improve app stability and user interface performance.
iOS (Version 1.6.14)
  • Fixed app freeze when joining a group call without being anexisting contact in the group chat.
  • Resolved audio and video issues between iOS and Mac users during group calls.
  • Missing groups on iOS after linking devices now display correctly.
  • Improved account and message syncing across linked devices.
  • Fixed issue causing duplicate contacts in the contact list.
  • Resolved disconnection issues after account activation.
  • Call ringing now ends properly after rejection while on an ongoing call.
  • App users can now access and view encrypted files stored in the Mode Portal.
  • Improved UI for file search and viewing in the app.
  • Administrators can now set usernames in the portal.
  • Improved message decryption speed.
  • General UI fixes and performance improvements.

Release Date: Jan. 22nd, 2025

Portal (Version 1.10.1)
  • Admins can now manage role-based access to sensitive files and Playbooks.
  • Improved portal login with keyboard support for navigation (backspace, arrow keys, Enter).
  • Resolved issue preventing admins from viewing and managing user devices.
  • Fixed navigation bug for super admins on new portal instances.
  • "Full Name" now required during activation code generation for automatic username setup.
Windows, MacOS, & Linux (Version 1.4.1.2)
  • Context menus now show relevant options when right-clicking in Mode, based on permitted actions.
  • Enhanced company announcement channel with appropriate right-click menus.
  • New ability to mark messages as read/unread, synchronized across devices.
  • Reworked and improved Message Archive feature.
  • Added a new menu to view detailed release notes for each update.
  • Enhanced display and mention functionality for contacts without a display name.
  • Activation codes now marked as used only after successful account creation, not just on entry.
Android (Version 540050)
  • Added options to view all shared URLs, voice notes, and attachments on the profile page (if enabled in the experimental menu).
  • Fixed crashes when loading large images, linking recently wiped devices, or updating group avatars.
  • Fixed issues saving large files over 200MB and added a dialog for unsupported devices.
  • Improved UI with feedback for opening large files (250MB).
  • Added a new menu to view detailed release notes for each update.
  • Fixed @mention notifications to display names, not Mode IDs.
  • Corrected display for @mentions of deleted contacts.
  • Fixed bug where clicking a mention opened the browser instead of the profile page.
  • Fixed syncing issues with avatars after linking a new device.
  • Fixed bugs with downloading contact profiles after device linking.
  • Fixed issue preventing app from wiping itself after maximum password attempts.
  • Fixed bug where opening a chat took you to the top instead of new messages.
  • Fixed issue where camera images were rotated by 90 degrees on some devices.
iOS (Version 1.4.1.2)
  • Fixed issue with playback slider not disappearing in full-screen mode.
  • Added a menu to view detailed release notes for each update.
  • Fixed bug where mentioned contacts appeared as @users instead of names.
  • Improved rendering of @mentions in the chat input field.
  • Fixed chat duplication when exporting conversations.
  • Resolved issue where copying a message also copied the preceding message.
  • Fixed issue preventing scrolling when writing/editing long messages.
  • Fixed bug causing chat list desynchronization after editing a message.
  • Added ability to view shared media (photos, videos, files, IRs, voice notes) on the profile page (requires experimental settings).
  • Fixed freeze issue when taking a photo as an attachment.
  • Added stock avatars for selection on the "My Account" page.
  • Improved message loading time when logging in.
  • Fixed issue preventing scrolling when writing/editing long messages.

Release Date: Nov. 27th, 2024

Portal (Version 1.10.0)
  • Admins can now send messages via SMS, email (primary and secondary), and the Mode app for activated users in the first phase of our mass notification feature release.
  • Resolved an issue where admins couldn’t delete long-unused activation codes.
  • Fixed issues that blocked admins from sending activation codes to new users.
  • Improved portal stability by addressing multiple bugs.

Release Date: Oct. 21st, 2024

Portal (Version 1.9.0)
  • New "Files" feature added for encrypted storage of important attachments and playbooks.
  • Admins can now invite users to Mode via SMS, in addition to existing activation methods.
  • Smart activation links can now be generated and shared when inviting new users.
Windows, MacOS, & Linux (Version 1.3.3.2)
  • Increased max size for encrypted attachments from 25MB to 250MB.
  • Added smart activation links for easier setup.
  • Fixed screen-sharing blank screen bug.
  • Improved account handling for users without display names.
  • Enhanced stability and fixed crashes.
Android (Version 1.3.3.2)
  • Increased max size for encrypted attachments from 25MB to 250MB.
  • Added smart activation links for easier setup.
  • Introduced an experimental feature to view shared files on the profile page.
  • Improved notification accuracy.
  • Enhanced stability and fixed crashes.
iOS (Version 1.4.4)
  • Increased max size for encrypted attachments from 25MB to 250MB.
  • Added smart activation links for easier setup.
  • Fixed biometric trigger issues.
  • Improved data sync and simplified device linking.
  • Added experimental landscape calling feature.
  • Enhanced gesture controls for chats.
  • Improved stability and fixed crashes.