Days Counter. Event Trackerv2.0

Released January 18, 2023Redesign

iOS

The latest redesign introduced new customization features but triggered functional regressions in widget performance. Average ratings declined by 0.56 stars, shifting from 5.0 to 4.44. The update currently presents a neutral impact due to the conflict between improved aesthetic options and degraded utility.

What changed

New featureAdded ability to customize events with colors for free
MonetizationReduced the frequency of in-app advertisements
UXRedesigned the home screen and updated the app icon
ContentIntroduced new templates for life events, routines, and habit tracking
PerformanceGeneral bug fixes and performance improvements

Reception

45/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

New feature
Users express satisfaction with the addition of free color customization for events.

What didn't

UX
backfired
The home screen redesign introduced widget synchronization failures and layout constraints for multi-digit countdowns.

Marlvel takeaways

Address widget synchronization errors to restore core functionality for countdown tracking.
Adjust layout constraints on the home screen to ensure multi-digit event values render correctly.
Monitor user feedback closely as the current sample size of 11 reviews is insufficient for statistical significance.

Original release notes

With this release, we're bringing a lot of new features and improvements to enhance your overall experience.

First and foremost, we're excited to announce that you can now customize events with your favorite color – completely free of charge! Additionally, we've reduced the number of ads within the app to provide a cleaner and more seamless experience.

We've also given the app a fresh new look, including a redesigned home screen and a new app icon. Plus, we've added a variety of new templates to inspire you to count the days until your most important life events, such as birthdays, anniversaries, weddings, and new births. You can also use the templates to keep track of simple routines like watering plants, changing bed linens, and visiting the car service, or to help you quit bad habits like smoking or alcohol.

We've also made plenty of bug fixes and improvements to ensure your days counting experience is just perfect. So, enjoy the new look and feel, and please let us know by leaving a review and rating the app.

Thank you for your continued support. Happy counting!