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Changelog & Release Notes

Follow the evolution of Here! — from on-device facial recognition to multi-session event tracking, group analytics, and security hardening.

Current Version: v2.1.1-beta (Build 16) · Package: com.meowtys.here · Target: Android 7.0+ (API 24+) · GitHub Release →
v2.1.1-beta Build 16 Latest Release

Open Beta: In-App Feedback, Changelog Viewer & Optimized Face Recognition

Added interactive Privacy Policy and Terms links on the sign-in screen, in-app feedback and bug reporting, an in-app changelog viewer, and streamlined face enrollment to 5 high-accuracy samples.

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Changes & Updates
  • Added Interactive Terms & Privacy Links: Review Privacy Policy and Terms of Use directly on the sign-in screen before getting started.
  • Added In-App Feedback & Bug Reporting: Share thoughts, report issues, or suggest new features anytime via Settings > Help & Feedback.
  • Added In-App Changelog Viewer: View release notes and update details directly inside the app under Settings > About Here!.
  • Improved Optimized Face Recognition: Face enrollment is now streamlined to 5 high-accuracy samples per attendee for faster scanning and reliable recognition.
  • Improved Stability & Polish: General performance enhancements and a smoother onboarding experience.
v2.1.0-beta.7 Build 15

In-App Auto-Updates & Direct Download Channel

Added native in-app update checking and installation with integrity verification, and launched a dedicated high-speed download distribution channel.

Changes & Updates
  • Added In-App Updates: Added automatic update alerts on launch and a manual "Check for updates" option in Settings with live download progress.
  • Security Cryptographic Verification: Automatically verifies package integrity before installation to protect against corrupted downloads.
  • Improved High-Speed Downloads: Migrated APK distribution to a dedicated global channel for faster, reliable direct downloads.
v2.1.0-beta.6 Build 14

Performance Optimization & Account Security

Standardized official app identity for seamless Google Sign-In, fortified group role permissions, reduced download footprint, and improved offline check-in queuing.

Changes & Updates
  • Improved Official App Identity: Finalized official app identifiers to ensure seamless Google Sign-In and reliable automatic updates.
  • Security Granular Group Security: Enforced strict permission checks so only verified Group Owners and Admins can edit rosters and event settings.
  • Improved Reduced Download Size: Optimized graphics and app resources to bring the initial download size down to 129.6 MB.
  • Fixed Offline Sync Reliability: Ensured precise check-in timestamps are preserved and synchronized accurately when reconnecting to the internet.
v2.1.0-beta.5 Build 13

Branded Launch, Quick Start Guide & Record Management

Introduced a smooth branded splash screen, in-app Quick Start onboarding, individual record management, and improved input assistance.

Changes & Updates
  • Added Smooth Launch Animation: Added an official branded splash screen for a smoother, flicker-free app startup.
  • Added Record Management: Added individual delete actions for time-in and time-out records on attendee cards.
  • Added Quick Start Guide: Introduced an interactive 4-step onboarding guide accessible anytime from settings and help menus.
  • Improved Input Assistance: Added helpful character limits and formatting hints when naming groups, events, and attendees.
  • Fixed Screen Compatibility: Improved scrolling layout and counter visibility on compact phone screens.
v2.1.0-beta.4 Build 12

Group Analytics, Attendee Leaderboards & CSV Exports

Rolled out high-level organizational analytics, cross-event attendee participation rankings, and 1-tap spreadsheet exports.

Changes & Updates
  • Added Group Analytics Dashboard: Track total events, roster members, and active sessions at a glance.
  • Added Member Leaderboards: View top attendees and cross-event attendance percentages across your organization.
  • Added 1-Tap Spreadsheet Exports: Export attendance records in 1 tap with built-in formatting protections for Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
  • Improved Session Retention Bars: Enhanced visual comparison bars to clearly show participant retention between multi-session events.
v2.1.0-beta.3 Build 11

Verification Tags & 1-Tap Batch Verification

Differentiated biometric face scans from manual inputs with clear tags, added 1-tap batch review for organizers, and automated event locking.

Changes & Updates
  • Added Verification Badges: Added clear "Typed ID" vs "Face Verified" tags on attendee attendance cards.
  • Added 1-Tap Batch Verification: Organizers can approve pending manual check-ins in one tap under the "To check" review filter.
  • Added Automatic Event Lock: Events now lock automatically once their scheduled duration concludes to prevent accidental late entries.
  • Improved Live Scanner Feedback: Enhanced camera viewfinder with real-time detection indicators when matching registered members.
v2.1.0-beta.1 Build 9

Multi-Session Events & Arrival Velocity Charts

Support for single-window meetings and multi-day / AM-PM conference tracking in one unified interface with arrival velocity graphs.

Changes & Updates
  • Added Flexible Event Schedules: Easily switch between a quick 1-session meeting or multi-session AM/PM schedules on event creation.
  • Added Arrival Velocity Graphs: Visual charts showing check-in velocity across 10, 15, or 30-minute intervals to pinpoint peak arrival times.
  • Improved Refreshed Navigation Header: View live attendee totals and switch effortlessly between active and archived groups.
v2.0.0-beta.1 Build 5

On-Device Face Recognition & Zero-Prep Walk-Ins

Rebuilt attendance engine around private on-device facial recognition, automatic offline check-in queuing, and instant walk-in registration.

Changes & Updates
  • Added Instant On-Device Facial Matching: Face verification runs locally on your phone in under 350ms with zero cloud delay and full offline support.
  • Added Zero-Prep Walk-In Registration: Capture face data and Student ID on the first scan without needing to import a pre-existing roster.
  • Added Automatic Offline Sync: Check in attendees anywhere without Wi-Fi; records queue securely on your device and sync automatically when back online.
  • Security Privacy-First Biometrics: Photos are never saved, uploaded, or shared; only secure mathematical feature vectors stay on your device with explicit consent.

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