Whale Alertv4.3.9.7

Released July 14, 2026Major

Android

The latest major update focuses on performance, UX, and support infrastructure. Zero user feedback in the post-release period prevents a definitive impact assessment. The net verdict remains neutral due to insufficient data.

What changed

PerformanceGeneral bug fixes
PerformanceImproved app performance and stability
UXOptimized the Report Sighting process
PerformanceFaster loading for maps, sightings, and zones
UXEnhanced the display of zone details
New featureAdded in-app feedback and support functionality

Reception

50/ 100 impact scoreNeutral

What worked

Performance
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UX
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New feature
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What didn't

Performance
no evidence
The post-update period lacks user review data to verify stability or loading speed improvements.
UX
no evidence
No user feedback exists to confirm if the report sighting process or zone detail display changes were successful.
New feature
no evidence
The addition of in-app support functionality remains unverified due to a total absence of user signals.

Marlvel takeaways

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Original release notes

- Bug fixes
 - Improved performance and stability
 - Improved "Report Sighting" process
 - Faster map, sightings, and zone loading
 - Improved zone details
  - In-app feedback and support