Katip - Learn Ottoman Turkishv1.1
Released August 22, 2026Major
iOS
What changed
- ContentAdded three new introductory units covering script basics, letters, and word formation.
- UXAdded back button to lessons and undo functionality to review sessions.
- UXFixed Ottoman keyboard visibility issues in dark mode.
- UXImproved typing exercise reliability by ignoring diacritics and letter-form differences.
- PerformanceEnhanced document reading mode reliability, including support for rotated photos.
- UXRedesigned Word of the Day widget with larger text and improved layout.
- MonetizationSimplified ad layout to prevent interruptions during lessons.
- PerformanceImproved app speed, stability, and XP calculation logic.
- RetentionPlaced new introductory units at the start of the learning path to aid onboarding.
Original release notes
A brand-new beginning for absolute beginners! • NEW unit "Start Reading" — how Ottoman Turkish is read, why the script runs right to left, and why letters change shape. • NEW unit "Read the Letters" — all 32 letters with names, pronunciation and their initial, medial and final forms, plus audio. • NEW unit "Syllables & Words" — join letters and read your first real words. • All three units are free and placed at the very start of the learning path. • Back button added to lessons and quizzes; undo your last answer in review sessions. • Ottoman keyboard fixed: letters are now clearly visible in dark mode. • Typing exercises now accept correct answers reliably, ignoring diacritics and letter-form differences. • Document reading mode is more reliable, including rotated photos. • Word of the Day widget: larger text, clearer colors, no more clipped words. • Simplified ad layout that no longer interrupts lessons. • Speed, stability and XP calculation improvements.