SWISH Release Notes
Release #9: Cubre Libre
1st September - Public Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
Been a little while since you've heard from me. We are now pushing toward to an App Store Release coming soon.
Last release saw the big introduction of SWISH VR.
Now Cubre Libre introduces 3 more brand new features:
NEW FEATURES:
- Gamification! - Level up by rating, reviewing, sharing videos and more!
- Featured Videos - Now watch SWISH favourites on the homescreen. You can toggle between your saved + featured videos.
- Rolling out Curation Mode - Become a part of deciding the best videos on the internet. Reach out for more details.
FIXES:
- Orientation fixes.
- Ensuring video pauses when navigating to a new page.
The last of our exciting features before launch are now in the pipeline Thanks for all of the feedback as always! Greatly appreciated.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #8: Sex on the Beach
4th August - Public Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
An attention grabbing release with an attention grabbing new feature.
Sex on the Beach for Android devices now comes with:
SWISH VR MODE!
NEW FEATURES:
- SWISH VR - Turn on from the categories mode. Android only. Coming soon for iOS.
- Personalisation - SWISH is rolling out is personalisation engine to start recommending and filtering video for specific users.
- Counters - Check out your profile to see how many videos you have shared, rated, reviewed and more.
FIXES:
- iOS swipe events fixed.
- Rating animation added on completion.
- Saving video issue resolved.
SWISH is very proud to be moving into the VR and 360 video space. We would love you feedback and will continue to make strides in this exciting new medium.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #7: Long Island Ice Tea
14th July 2017 - Public Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
Happy to annouce SWISH is now in public beta.
Looking forward to continuing the grow our test based and continue to improve our app!
NEW FEATURES:
- Review Page - Sneak preview of the brand new review page.
- Stats - Check out your profile to see how many videos you have shared, rated, reviewed and more.
FIXES:
- General improvements in app stability.
- Fixed video flash with a smooth video-to-video transition.
- Fixed error with videos going to half screen.
- Orientation fixes for android.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #6: Blue Lagoon
23rd June 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
Been lots of tweaks this week as we continue to strive to make the user experience as good as we possibly can. Some big features in the pipeline stay tuned!
NEW FEATURES:
- Rating Star Pop-Up - Making rating videos look & feel better!
- New design bottom bar. Review feature coming soon. Hit the eye to go full screen.
- Fun custom error messages to provide more user feedback. Check out new Mr SWISH designs when there is no internet or a video is unavailable :)
FIXES:
- Ability to pause on iOS
- Profile Drawer fixes
- Tool Tips for new users to reduce interuption.
See you next week for Long Island Ice Tea.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #5: Mai Tai
16th June 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
Up next in our cocktail-themed releases is #5 Mai Tai. We have been listening to your feedback and iterating on some of our features.
Here is what is new in the world of SWISH this time around :
NEW FEATURES:
- User Profile PopUp - Hit the profile icon in top left to check out the user profile. More social features coming soon.
- Revised Bottom Bar. Striving for simplification and complete navigation with swipes .
- Invite Friends - they will receive a personalised SWISH letter to introduce them.
- User Stats - Coming soon - Compare your activity in the community.
- Status - Express yourself!! Add your status in your profile menu.
- Feedback Link - We love to hear from our users - it really shapes SWISH. Find a link in your profile menu to let us know your thoughts.
- New SWISHified icons. Nice circle gradients. :)
- Easter Egg - Mr SWISH makes a spacey appearance...
FIXES:
- Resolved back-button orientation erros on android
- Resolved iOS swipe event inconsistancies.
Public BETA is on the horizon!
We are also working hard to release one of the biggest features to date. Video speed reviews! Check-out our dribbble account for a early sneak-peak: https://dribbble.com/swishvideo
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #4: Pina Colada
9th June 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
Pina Colada is a small release before a bigger installment next Friday the 16th of June! Stay tuned.
Whats new in release #4 Pina Colada :
NEW FEATURES:
- Upload your own profile picture
- Hide the bottom bar! Get the full screen experience. Swipe down on the video player.
- iOS swipe up for next video.
FIXES:
- iOS touchable bug fixes.
Get ready for next week's Mai Tai release with some major new changes!
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #3: Tequila Sunrise
26th May 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
I am pleased to release our 3rd installment of SWISH. There have been some big changes this time around.
Whats new in release #3 Tequila Sunrise:
NEW FEATURES:
- Landscape Mode. Get the best orientation for both the videos and the home screen.
- Upload! Start building the greatest video library with us - upload the best videos on YouTube.
- New home screen profile drawer.
FIXES:
- Whole new onboarding!
- iOS bug fixes.
The SWISH app is growing. Beta testers, as always keep your feedback coming!
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #2: Mojito
12th May 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
I am pleased to announce, I have passed the commandment to my team to release a update to SWISH each Friday. These releases, henceforth, shalt be:
1. Better & bigger than the week before.
2. Shaped by our users.
3. Code named after alcoholic concoctions.
This week in release #2 Mojito:
NEW FEATURES:
- Save your favourite videos.
- Share videos with your friends.
- New & improved video interface.
FIXES:
- iOS Signup
- Tutorial improvements.
- Video transition improvements.
I hope you enjoy Mojito. Would love your feedback.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH
Release #1: Martini
5th May 2017 - Private Beta
Greetings SWISHlings,
So, it begins.
Always a pleasure, never a chore,
Mr SWISH