Changelog

March 25, 2024

v 2024.3.1

Thanks for using Artbox! This update introduces a new premium alternate icon: Marina. This update also includes several fixes and enhancements.

March 13, 2024

v 2024.3

Under the hood updates to keep Artbox running smooth!

Dec. 22, 2023

v 2023.12.1

Don't mind me! Just some general bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements to keep things running smoothly.

Dec. 10, 2023

v 2023.12

Don't mind me! Just some general bug fixes and under-the-hood improvements to keep things running smoothly.

Sept. 29, 2023

v 2.12.1

== NEW ==
• Optimized for the latest iOS version
• An all-new Bento-style View showcasing Artist's most recent projects. Change styles by long-pressing the profile card (iPhone)
• Drag and Drop images from other apps when adding a new project
• 3 all-new custom icons: Brick, Trooper, and Coast
• Artbox Pro is now Artbox+ -- existing Pro users are automatically converted to Artbox+
• New Artbox t-shirt available via the Merch link in Settings

== IMPROVED ==
• Improved iCloud Sharing experience and reliability
• Redesigned artist profile header on iPad
• Better grid layout on iPad
• Full Screen project view on iPad
• Improved onboarding experience
• Improved Timeline stats UI
• Improved iCloud Status Indicator
• Improved Help section
• Updated FAQ section
• Accessibility improvements

== FIXED ==
• Fixed potential crashes when viewing bad data
• Blank or ghosted data entries can now be successfully removed
• Note: This release deprecates the Mac Catalyst version of Artbox. To use Artbox on macOS, please utilize the 'Designed for iPad' version. Learn more here: https://artbox.app/catalyst_sunset/

2.12.1
• Bug fixes

Sept. 13, 2023

v 2.12

== NEW ==
• Optimized for the latest iOS version
• An all-new Bento-style View showcasing Artist's most recent projects. Change styles by long-pressing the profile card (iPhone)
• Drag and Drop images from other apps when adding a new project
• 3 all-new custom icons: Brick, Trooper, and Coast
• Artbox Pro is now Artbox+ -- existing Pro users are automatically converted to Artbox+
• New Artbox t-shirt available via the Merch link in Settings

== IMPROVED ==
• Improved iCloud Sharing experience and reliability
• Redesigned artist profile header on iPad
• Better grid layout on iPad
• Full Screen project view on iPad
• Improved onboarding experience
• Improved Timeline stats UI
• Improved iCloud Status Indicator
• Improved Help section
• Updated FAQ section
• Accessibility improvements

== FIXED ==
• Fixed potential crashes when viewing bad data
• Blank or ghosted data entries can now be successfully removed
• Note: This release deprecates the Mac Catalyst version of Artbox. To use Artbox on macOS, please utilize the 'Designed for iPad' version. Learn more here: https://artbox.app/catalyst_sunset/

July 5, 2023

v 2.11.2

Thanks for using Artbox! If you enjoy the app please consider leaving a review. This patch specifically addresses some user-submitted bugs. Details are below.

2.11
== New ==
• Optimized for the latest iOS version
• iCloud Sharing: share an artist profile and all their projects with another Artbox user (Pro)
• Media Export: export all project media as a ZIP archive
• Three new premium icons: Walnut, Earth, and Paint (Pro)
• Manage subscriptions right in the app

== Improved ==
• Minimum iOS version is now 15.0
• Increased project image quality
• Larger gallery grids

== Fixed ==
• Fixed an issue where widgets wouldn't load images in some cases
• Various other fixes and improvements

2.11.2
• Bug fixes and improvements that allow Artbox to handle the rare instances of corrupted projects
• You can now reassign a project's Artist when editing a project

2.11.1
• Re-introduced the `add` button to the top of an artist profile
• Share data is now displayed for artist profiles on iPad
• Added additional Beta info for sharing feature
• Added ability to delete a project when editing it

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at hello@artbox.app.

April 18, 2023

v 2.11.1

Thanks for using Artbox! I'm thrilled to introduce the two most requested features in this new release: iCloud Sharing and Media Export!

== New ==
• Optimized for the latest iOS version
• iCloud Sharing: share an artist profile and all their projects with another Artbox user (Pro)
• Media Export: export all project media as a ZIP archive
• Three new premium icons: Walnut, Earth, and Paint (Pro)
• Manage subscriptions right in the app

== Improved ==
• Minimum iOS version is now 15.0
• Increased project image quality
• Larger gallery grids

== Fixed ==
• Fixed an issue where widgets wouldn't load images in some cases
• Various other fixes and improvements

2.11.1
• Re-introduced the `add` button to the top of an artist profile
• Share data is now displayed for artist profiles on iPad
• Added additional Beta info for sharing feature
• Added ability to delete a project when editing it

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at hello@artbox.app.

April 12, 2023

v 2.11

Thanks for using Artbox! I'm thrilled to introduce the two most requested features in this new release: iCloud Sharing and Media Export!

== New ==
• Optimized for the latest iOS version
• iCloud Sharing: share an artist profile and all their projects with another Artbox user (Pro)
• Media Export: export all project media as a ZIP archive
• Three new premium icons: Walnut, Earth, and Paint (Pro)
• Manage subscriptions right in the app

== Improved ==
• Minimum iOS version is now 15.0
• Increased project image quality
• Larger gallery grids

== Fixed ==
• Fixed an issue where widgets wouldn't load images in some cases
• Various other fixes and improvements

If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at hello@artbox.app.

Feb. 13, 2023

v 2.10.0

• Improved support for iOS 16.3
• Improved support for Apple Silicon
• Improved iPad grid experience
• New Blueprint premium icon
• Optimized Mac Catalyst experience
• Updated package dependencies

Oct. 3, 2022

v 2.9

Artbox is ready for iOS 16! If you enjoy the app, please consider leaving a review. Here's what's new in this build:

• Lock Screen Widgets
• An all-new Timeline Chart
• Family Sharing for Lifetime Purchasers
• Minimum iOS version 14.7
• Other minor improvements

Aug. 20, 2022

v 2.8.1

Bug fixes

Aug. 6, 2022

v 2.8

• Context Menus -- long press on a profile or project to quickly share, edit, or add to favorites
• Small graphical enhancements and improvements
• Fixed overlay sizing on Favorites view for some devices

If you enjoy using Artbox, please take a moment to leave a review. It really helps!

July 31, 2022

v 2.7.5

• Bug fixes

May 4, 2022

v 2.7.4

Wow! What a fun release 2.7 has been. Major thanks to you (yes you!) for using Artbox and for everyone who has unlocked the premium Artbox experience with a Pro subscription. This update packs some new premium goodies as well as some very welcomed refinements and improvements.

If you’ve found Artbox useful, please consider leaving a review, I’d love to hear about your experience! Thanks and enjoy the update!

== NEW ==

• 4 New Premium Icons: Shell, Summer, Stained, and Dots
• 3 New Premium Color Profile Gradients

• New 1-week trial offer for Artbox Pro when selecting the annual subscription

== Improved ==
• Improved Custom Icon View that adapts to different screen sizes
• Improved Profile Gradient Selection that adapts to different screen sizes
• Improved Gradient Generation in code so the app should feel a bit snappier
• Adjustments to project image background blur
• Several other under-the-hood optimizations

== Fixed ==
• Fixed a bug when editing a profile’s color theme using premium gradients
• Fixed some mismatched text sizing
• Various optimizations and fixes

== 2.7.4 ==
Fixed that pesky graphical glitch when scrolling through a long list of projects

March 22, 2022

v 2.7.2

Welcome to the anniversary update! I’m so excited to bring this release to you. This update is packed full of newness and fixes and goodies. I hope you like it!

== NEW ==
* Introducing Artbox Pro — the premium Artbox experience. Existing users are upgraded to a Lifetime subscription for free
* Redesigned Project View (swipeable images, turn off the background, and pinch to zoom)
* Color-matched widgets (Pro)
* Four all-new exclusive icons (Pro)
* New iCloud Sync status in ‘About’ section
* Revamped Dark/Light mode settings
* Birthday settings are now tied to individual profiles and can be enabled/disabled at profile creation, or when editing an existing profile

== IMPROVED ==
* Widgets now have more uniform font sizing
* When viewing a project, double-tap to add it to favorites
* Adjustments to Gallery grid sizing
* Redesigned Custom Icon page
* Minor graphical improvements
* Lots of localization updates

== FIXED ==
* Fixed a crash that could occur if expected data didn’t exist
* Fixed an issue that prevented editing the primary photo on a project
* Fixed an issue that caused the iPad app to crash when exporting CSV metadata
* Fixed an issue that caused a crash when changing the custom icon back to default
* Fixed an issue that caused a crash when deleting a profile from the Edit Profile screen

2.7.2
• Added instructions in Pro screen for paid Artbox users who upgraded to 2.7

March 18, 2022

v 2.7

Welcome to the anniversary update! I’m so excited to bring this release to you. This update is packed full of newness and fixes and goodies. I hope you like it!

== NEW ==
* Introducing Artbox Pro — the premium Artbox experience. Existing users are upgraded to a Lifetime subscription for free
* Redesigned Project View (swipeable images, turn off the background, and pinch to zoom)
* Color-matched widgets (Pro)
* Four all-new exclusive icons (Pro)
* New iCloud Sync status in ‘About’ section
* Revamped Dark/Light mode settings
* Birthday settings are now tied to individual profiles and can be enabled/disabled at profile creation, or when editing an existing profile

== IMPROVED ==
* Widgets now have more uniform font sizing
* When viewing a project, double-tap to add it to favorites
* Adjustments to Gallery grid sizing
* Redesigned Custom Icon page
* Minor graphical improvements
* Lots of localization updates

== FIXED ==
* Fixed a crash that could occur if expected data didn’t exist
* Fixed an issue that prevented editing the primary photo on a project
* Fixed an issue that caused the iPad app to crash when exporting CSV metadata
* Fixed an issue that caused a crash when changing the custom icon back to default
* Fixed an issue that caused a crash when deleting a profile from the Edit Profile screen

Feb. 26, 2022

v 2.6.3

Hi everyone! I'm excited for what 2022 has in store for Artbox, thanks for coming along on the journey! This patch fixes a bug when adding new profiles:

• Fixes a bug where your selected profile image wouldn't save when adding a new profile 

Be sure to keep Artbox up to date for all the latest features, and be on the lookout for Artbox turning 1 this Spring! Please report any bugs, feedback, or suggestions to hello@artbox.app. Thanks!

Jan. 30, 2022

v 2.6.2

Hot on the heels of 2.5 comes the 2.6 update! This release brings new features like Face ID / Touch ID as well as several refinements like making artist profile picture and project descriptions optional! This update also includes several fresh new profile gradients, a new onboarding experience, a new About page in Settings, and more.

If you have any issues, feedback, or suggestions, please report them on Twitter: @artboxtheapp or email me at hello@artbox.app. Furthermore, if you enjoy the app please let me know in an App Store review. Thanks for your support!

== NEW ==
• Artbox can now be secured using Face ID or Touch ID
• Three new color gradients to freshen up your artist profiles

== IMPROVED ==
• Profile pictures and project descriptions are now optional
• The Onboarding experience for new users has been rebuilt
• Some color gradients have been tweaked for better light/dark mode compatibility
• The 'Development' section and App Version Info have been collapsed into an all-new 'About' section in Settings

== FIXED ==
• Fixed various UI elements

== 2.6.2 ==
• This hotfix resolves an issue that caused widgets to not properly update in some cases

== Version 2.5 ==
• New Milestones Status page found in Settings > Information & Help
• New unified 'Add' button on Home Page makes it easier to add new artists or projects
• New option to add or edit artists from the Settings page
• Combined and simplified Contact/FAQ page now called 'Help'
• Updated Milestone text and celebrations
• Fixed icon/text alignment in Settings

Jan. 26, 2022

v 2.6

Hot on the heels of 2.5 comes the 2.6 update! This release brings new features like Face ID / Touch ID as well as several refinements like making artist profile picture and project descriptions optional! This update also includes several fresh new profile gradients, a new onboarding experience, a new About page in Settings, and more. 

If you have any issues, feedback, or suggestions, please report them on Twitter: @artboxtheapp or email me at hello@artbox.app. Furthermore, if you enjoy the app please let me know in an App Store review. Thanks for your support!

== NEW ==
• Artbox can now be secured using Face ID or Touch ID
• Three new color gradients to freshen up your artist profiles

== IMPROVED ==
• Profile pictures and project descriptions are now optional
• The Onboarding experience for new users has been rebuilt
• Some color gradients have been tweaked for better light/dark mode compatibility
• The 'Development' section and App Version Info have been collapsed into an all-new 'About' section in Settings

== FIXED ==
• Fixed various UI elements

== Version 2.5 ==
• New Milestones Status page found in Settings > Information & Help
• New unified 'Add' button on Home Page makes it easier to add new artists or projects
• New option to add or edit artists from the Settings page
• Combined and simplified Contact/FAQ page now called 'Help'
• Updated Milestone text and celebrations
• Fixed icon/text alignment in Settings

Jan. 12, 2022

v 2.5

The 2.5 update is here and I couldn't be more excited about it! This update includes a bunch of quality of life improvements making Artbox even more of a joy to use. This update also includes a new Milestones Status page that helps you stay encouraged along your art-digitizing journey. I'm excited for what this year will bring to Artbox. Thanks for your support!

== NEW ==
• New Milestones Status page found in Settings > Information & Help
• New unified 'Add' button on Home Page makes it easier to add new artists or projects
• New option to add or edit artists from the Settings page

== IMPROVED ==
• Combined and simplified Contact/FAQ page now called 'Help'
• Updated Milestone text and celebrations

== FIXED ==
• Fixed icon/text alignment in Settings
• Various UI fixes

Jan. 5, 2022

v 2.4

Version 2.4 is here with some optimizations and fixes!  Thanks so much for using Artbox!

• Fixed a thumbnail display issue in Favorites View when overlay text was disabled 
• Made the dismiss button easier to read when viewing a project's image 
• Combined Thumbnail Settings into the Photos Settings section  
• Added a simple CSV export feature in Settings (For backup reference only) 
• Fixed the Review link in 'Our Story' page 
• Other minor changes for an improved user experience

Oct. 27, 2021

v 2.3

Here's what's up: Fixes for a rare bug and a nice improvement to the project view

Improved
• Project controls (Favorite toggle, Share, Edit, Delete) have been moved to a unified menu button at the top of a project. Now you can easily 'favorite' a project, or edit it without having to scroll all the way down

Fixed
• Fixed a bug where editing projects with more than 2 photos might not display properly
• Fixed a bug where editing a project multiple times wouldn't allow adding more pictures

== RECENT UPDATES ==

SEARCH
You can now search for projects in the Gallery view. Simply pull down to reveal the Search bar (iOS 15)

PHOTOS
You can now tap a photo in a project to bring it up full screen. Use two fingers to zoom in and around the photo.

EDIT
You can now add or remove photos to your existing projects.

PRIVACY
Artbox and its developer take your privacy seriously. Get to know Artbox's privacy policy even easier with the new Privacy page available in Settings.

OTHER UPDATES

• Improved grid spacing and behavior across all project views
• Slight haptic feedback when adding a new artist or project
• Adjusted Widget text formatting
• Localization updates
• Minor formatting updates across Settings (iOS 15)
• Under the hood improvements
• Minor bug fixes

If you enjoy using Artbox, I’d really appreciate it if you left a rating, or even a short review. Thanks so much for your support!