ChessClock+v2023.07.02

Released February 17, 2023Major

iOS

The latest major update introduced utility features including sound logic overrides and phase duplication. While the iOS rating increased by 0.13, the post-update sample size of 3 reviews is too small to confirm a definitive shift. The net impact is neutral due to insufficient data volume.

What changed

UXChanged sound logic to ignore the physical mute switch and rely on in-app settings
UXEnabled re-ordering of custom clock settings via long press and drag
UXImplemented automatic chronological sorting for time warnings
UXAdded confirmation dialogs for deleting clock phases and time warnings
New featureAdded a button to duplicate clock phases

Reception

50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What didn't

UX
no evidence
A post-update sample of 3 reviews provides insufficient signal to validate the impact of sound logic changes or sorting improvements.
New feature
no evidence
No user feedback mentions the new button for duplicating clock phases.

Marlvel takeaways

Monitor user feedback regarding the sound logic change to ensure the physical mute switch override does not cause frustration in quiet environments.
Track the adoption of the phase duplication button to determine if this feature drives increased engagement with custom clock configurations.

Original release notes

• The app will no longer consider the device's physical mute switch when determining if the app will make sound. This has been a consistent source of confusion, judging by several messages from various users. Instead, use the "Enable Sound" switch in the settings menu.
• Custom clock settings can be re-ordered by performing a long press and drag gesture.
• Time warnings will now appear in order, sorted by time.
• Confirmation dialogs appear before deleting clock phases and time warnings.
• Added a button for duplicating clock phases.