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Al Quran (Tafsir & by Word)v1.16.14

Released July 26, 2026Major

iOS

The latest major update introduced critical regressions in the full page mushaf view, causing state errors and hiding hizb markers. While word-by-word translation accuracy improved, the technical instability in core reading features resulted in a negative sentiment shift. The rating delta of 0.83 remains statistically inconclusive due to a sample size of only two reviews.

What changed

  • New featureAdded Google and Apple sign-in options
  • UXImproved deep linking for notifications and shared links
  • UXEnhanced word-by-word reading smoothness and text clarity
  • ContentImproved accuracy of Tajweed color coding
  • New featureAdded 'Talk With Us' support contact option
  • UXIncreased tap target size for home screen scrollbar
  • PerformanceGeneral bug fixes and stability improvements

Reception

42/ 100 impact scoreNegative
What worked

  • UX

    Users noted improved precision in word-by-word translation and grammatical breakdowns.

What didn't

  • UX

    backfired

    The full page mushaf view introduced state errors and missing hizb markers, directly contradicting the goal of improved reading clarity.

Marlvel takeaways

  • Prioritize a hotfix for the full page mushaf view to restore missing hizb markers and resolve state errors.
  • Monitor the impact of the new sign-in options on user registration rates to determine if the feature offsets the current technical regressions.
  • Increase the sample size of post-update feedback to confirm if the initial rating shift is representative of the broader user base.

Original release notes

We’re continuously improving Al Quran (Tafsir & by Word) to give you the best Quran reading and learning experience.

Here are some of the latest updates:
• Sign in with Google or Apple
• Notifications and shared links open the right page
• Smoother word-by-word reading with clearer text
• More accurate Tajweed colors
• New Talk With Us option to reach us
• Easier-to-tap home screen scrollbar
• Bug fixes and stability improvements

We have new exciting features coming soon in sha Allah!
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If you run into any trouble or have any ideas, please let us know at https://feedback.gtaf.org/quran

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