VeraMate updates

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Version 8.7 (Released 24 Jan, 2015)

• NEW: Buttons for UI6/7 preset modes. Unfortunately a small bug made it into the final version preventing these buttons working!  8.8 queued already with Apple
• NEW: GeoFencing now has a setting for a battery optimisation level to allow control over how much battery is used in attempting to get an accurate location.
• BUG: Fix issue with user credentials not persisting.
• BUG: Prevent log files growing too large.
• BUG: Prevent logon issue for UI6/7 not recognising a username with mixed case.
• UI6/7 connection issues stability enhancements.
• Further battery optimisations and accuracy enhancements for GeoFencing.

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I'll make the exception to update this thread with a bit of an update to mention a delay in the updates planned for February.

For the last 2.5 weeks I've been travelling around Russia, Mongolia, and China, which has mostly been out of internet accessibility.  The 8.8 release should have been released at the start of this time to fix the main preset-mode button crash, as well as bring in new beta functionality for the today widget.

That didn't go as planned as Apple rejected the update as they had an issue with one of the icons.  This, as well as a backlog of questions I'll be sorting through, will be the top priority now - we'll be back on top of things shortly.   The current timeline for Apple approvals is currently around 9 days (painfully), meaning barring any more "issues" by Apple, an 8.8 release should be expected sometime around 7th/8th.

Apologies if this has put anyone out.
James

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Version 8.8 (Released 27 Feb, 2015)

The VeraMate Today widget is finally here!  Please read the FAQ for instructions on setting up, and please note there are limitations with this initial version.

Also:

• NEW: Allowing dimming to a percentage via voice control.
• BUG: Fix issue with preset mode crashing the app.
• BUG: A problem was found for some users with more then one UI7 VERA not connecting properly due to a timing issue.

[The release was able to be pushed through sooner then then previous message as I was able to work with Apple to expedite]

Unfortunately iOS versions below iOS8 will not be able to get the latest update due to access to code that is only available in iOS8.  This will be temporary, and support for the previous iOS 6 and 7 will continue in a later version.

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Version 8.9 (Released 7 March, 2015)

• Stability fixes, some minor UI tweaks.
• Bug: Control button layout issue for smart switches/door locks.
• Bug: Fix crash when using a personal icon package.
• Bug: Fix button control being disabled on startup for iPad.
• Bug: Fix configuration problem preventing voice control working for some users.

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Version 8.10 (Released 14 March, 2015)

• Stability fixes, some minor UI tweaks.
• Fix possible timing issue causing some UI7 connection refresh failures.
• Fix confirmation not working while selecting device buttons.
• Prevent high background usage due to always on voice control.

NB: Known issue with buttons firing some scenes twice.  Disable "Device Control Button's" should disable this.

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Version 8.11 (Released 24 March, 2015)

• A "connection refreshing" fix affecting some UI6/7 users.
• Show currently selected preset mode (UI6/7).
• Increase maximum possible range of a GeoFence.
• Allow voice control of curtains/window covering using percentages.
• Bug causing some buttons to fire twice.  This is unfortunately still occurring for some users.  To be fixed asap.
• Miscellaneous stability fixes.

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Version 8.12 (Released 4th April, 2015)

• New button in settings to reboot physical Vera box.
• Bug: Some buttons still fire twice (previously fixed for scenes).
• Bug: Confirmation not working when control buttons disabled.
• Bug: Favorites not always appearing on restart.
• Better support for UI6/7 with GeoFence triggers.
• Miscellaneous stability fixes/UI tweaks.

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Version 8.13 (Released 13th April, 2015)

Major changes have been made to iBeacon handling to improve responsiveness.  Customized polling is now available via the settings menu.  To prevent battery depletion, this defaults to 10 seconds - raise or lower depending on your requirements.

• Remove iOS8 only code to allow iOS6/7 updates again.
• Connection issues fixed when the user has no valid login for a VERA controller on the current network.
• GCAL3 support.
• Support for dimmable plugins (eg, Wink), that don't follow normal methods.
• Miscellaneous UI and stability fixes.

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Version 8.14 (Released 11th May April, 2015)

VeraMate now supports Google Drive.  Save and load configuration into your Google Drive across multiple devices (via Settings/Configuration)

• Enhanced settings screen for a better experience.
• Preset mode should be quicker to show changes
• Off command works for Voice Control
• Blank Today Widget bug affecting some users
• Better support for UI6/7 when activating GeoFences
• Better support for Harmony Remote

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Version 9.0 (Released 27th May)

Introducing the availability of VeraMate for Apple Watch as a new in-app purchase.

Also, many miscellaneous changes, including:

• ** Fix crashing for users of iOS6.
• Background activation of GeoFences for UI6/7 users works after the 24 hour session reset.
• Better Today widget support with VeraMate running in background.
• Voice control with keyword activation now allows keyword and command in separate consecutive requests.

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Version 9.1 (Released 26th June, 2015)

• Apple Watch upgrade stability fixes.
• Apple Watch upgrade to work with iOS8.2.
• Miscellaneous UI enhancements.
• Better support for UI7 changes with thermostats.
• Support for GCAL3.
• Confirm showing password on login for multiple failures.
• Support for Vera username case sensitivity bug in UI7.
• Fix inability to disable voice control "speak reply".

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Version 9.2 (Released 8th July, 2015)

Now with better control.  Design your Apple Watch layout via the new settings/Apple Watch Layout area.

Homepage UI:

VeraMate has gone through a complete rewrite of the UI layout.  You now have a lot more control on the VeraMate homepage (not device view).

• Sort and move buttons in any order.
• Add new home page screens - flip left and right for more displays.
• Add new sections.
• Control button sizes per section.

Miscellaneous:

Additionally, multiple enhancements have been made, including:

• Apple Watch performance fixes.
• Configuration backup now stores user background images.
• Some buttons now attempt to show images via json configuration.

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Version 9.3 (Released 22nd July, 2015)

• PresetModes fix - certain situations still exist where the synchronization failed.
• Alerts button now have configuration to show "always", not just when alerts are found.
• iPad now also supports reordering on left detail screen.
• New configuration options in settings, for backgrounds. Change opacity and black/white fades to better show against buttons.
• Recent UI7 firmware change for "multi state button" is now supported.
• Better handling some situations when downgrading from UI7 back to UI5.
• Clearing of temporary files which have taken up disk space.

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Version 9.4 (Released 7th Aug, 2015)

• NEW: show web cams on main screens.
• Further performance checks for Apple Watch, to minimise traffic required to show data.
• Ability to use more generic IP web cams by entering the full URL which will retrieve a snap shot.
• Attempt to support more thermostats.
• Configuration option to turn off button animations due to a framework issue affecting some users.
• Web cam PTZ buttons now more responsive.

Known Issues: Unfortunately some webcams have lost their PTZ buttons, and some manufacturers thermostats don't appear to have been detected correctly.  A fix will be put out asap for these.

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Version 9.5 (Released 19th Aug, 2015)

• Fixes for webcams PTZ and some manufacturers thermostats. 
• Fix push notifications for new users.
• Webcam can be viewed on Apple Watch.