Echo: Global SDR Receiverv1.2

Released August 27, 2026Major

iOS

The latest major update focuses on iOS 27 compatibility and interface navigation. The rating remains stable at 5.0 stars, though the limited sample size prevents a definitive performance assessment. The net impact is neutral due to insufficient data to confirm the success of the technical improvements.

What changed

PlatformComplete compatibility and core audio engine updates for iOS 27
PerformanceImproved OpenWebRX loading speeds via interface caching
UXAdded MENU control to toggle native top bar for more screen space
UXAdded dedicated back control to return to radio from secondary pages
ContentUpdated offline shortwave frequency database for A26 season
PerformanceFixed audio resumption after phone calls or Siri interruptions
New featureEnabled functional map, chat, help, and status links in OpenWebRX
PerformanceFixed precision tuning for fractional kHz frequencies on WebSDR
PerformanceResolved continuous reloading issue for KiwiSDR receivers
UXStreamlined UI by removing legacy SNR sorting and badges

Reception

50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

UX
Users report improved navigation and interface usability following the latest update.

What didn't

Performance
no evidence
The current sample size of three reviews is insufficient to verify performance gains.
New feature
no evidence
No user feedback regarding the new functional links in OpenWebRX has been recorded.
Platform
no evidence
No signal exists regarding the iOS 27 audio engine updates.

Marlvel takeaways

Monitor user feedback as the post-update sample size grows beyond the current three reviews to confirm if the 5.0 star baseline holds.
Track engagement with the newly enabled map and chat links in OpenWebRX to determine if feature discovery meets expectations.
Verify audio resumption stability after phone calls through crash reporting, as user reviews have not yet confirmed the fix.

Original release notes

Echo 1.2 brings complete compatibility for iOS 27 and a massive rebuild of OpenWebRX support. If you use OpenWebRX receivers, you'll notice a much smoother, faster experience.

OPENWEBRX
• Dramatically improved loading speeds. Receivers now open almost instantly thanks to smarter interface caching.
• Fixed an issue preventing receivers from loading correctly on iOS 27.
• Map, chat, help, and status links within the receiver interface are now fully functional across all server types.
• Added a dedicated back control to easily return to the radio from secondary pages.
• Added a new MENU control in the player header to toggle the receiver's native top bar, giving you more screen space when you want it.
• Fixed an issue where some servers would incorrectly switch tuning modes during connection.

OTHER RECEIVERS
• KiwiSDR: Resolved an issue that could cause the receiver to continuously reload.
• WebSDR: Fixed precision tuning for fractional kHz frequencies, ensuring SSB and CW signals come in crystal clear.

AUDIO
• Audio reliably resumes after interruptions like phone calls or Siri.
• Updated the core audio engine for full iOS 27 compatibility.

EVERYTHING ELSE
• Fixed an alert on some stations that could not be dismissed.
• Notes on saved servers now reliably persist between app sessions.
• Updated the offline shortwave frequency database for the A26 season.
• Refreshed the hot list.
• Streamlined the interface by removing legacy SNR sorting and badges.
• Visual refinements and UI cleanups throughout for iOS 27.