Loby

What’s New - New: Joint Accounts — You can now create and manage joint accounts with others. - Onboarding polish — The completion dialog appears at a more natural time. - Smoother navigation — Added a sleek transition animation between main tabs. - Updated look — Refreshed agency banner design. - Performance — Various optimizations for a faster, more responsive app. Update now and enjoy a better, faster app experience.

This update brings some exciting improvements: - Joint Accounts: Share access and manage properties together with others. - Uniplaces apartments: Discover more places directly in the app. - SMS availability link: Quickly update your availability with a simple tap.  - Smarter sorting: Improved options with clearer design for an easier search. - Zoomable images: Get a closer look at property photos. - Faster loading: Properties now load quicker right after onboarding. - Fixes and improvements: We resolved issues with image loading, profile bios, autocomplete flicker, sharing. Update now and enjoy a better, faster app experience.

In this build we have implemented the following: New Features: - Banner for Uniplaces Apartments - Deep link to enquiry on My Enquiries - Connect Sentry Profiling: We've added Sentry profiling to various screens and components to track app performance. - Amplitude Trackers for Sorting: We've added Amplitude trackers to the property feed sorting feature. Bug Fixes: - Fix missing floor plan image. - Fix different loading effect after applying sorting. - Fix property feed refetch with sorting. - Fix amplitude error.

In this build we have implemented the following: New Features: - Sorting: We've added a new sorting feature to help you navigate through the property feed more efficiently. - Property Feed Prefetch: To improve your user experience, we've added a feature that prefetches the properties feed after onboarding. This means you'll see properties faster when you start using the app. - Multi Slider: We've changed the multi slider to provide a smoother, more intuitive user experience. Bug Fixes: - Autocomplete Input Flickering: We've fixed an issue where the autocomplete input was flickering. Now, the input field will remain stable as you type. - Delay in Property Feed Loading: We've fixed a delay in the property feed loading. Now, the feed will load more quickly and smoothly. - "Send to": We've fixed an issue with the "Send to" feature. - Referral Banner & New Today Position: We've removed the referral banner and fixed the position of the "New Today" section for the first item. This will provide a cleaner, more streamlined user interface. - Socket Disconnected Issue: We've fixed an issue where the socket was getting disconnected frequently. Now, the socket will remain connected for a longer period, providing a smoother user experience. Technical Updates: - Code Optimization: We've made some changes to optimize the code and improve the app's performance. This includes removing unnecessary props and code, fixing styles, and using const. - Small Devices Spacing: We've fixed the spacing issue on small devices to provide a better user interface. We hope you enjoy these updates and improvements. As always, we appreciate your feedback and support.

In this build we have implemented the following: Improvements: - Optimized Property Feed - We've made several changes to optimize the property feed, including reducing the number of re-renders, adding memoization and pre-computation, and improving the precision of size estimation. This should result in a smoother, more efficient browsing experience. - Improved Navigation Speed - We've upgraded our navigation packages and implemented lazy loading for navigation screens. This should result in faster, smoother navigation throughout the app. - Onboarding Screen Title Changed - We've updated the title on the onboarding screen for a better user experience. Bug Fixes: - Fixed Sentry Issues - We've addressed and resolved several issues that were causing errors in Sentry. - Fixed Login Unhandled Error - We've fixed an issue that was causing an unhandled error during the login process. - Fixed New Today Placement - We've fixed an issue where the "New Today" label was incorrectly placed.

New Features - Added a feature to view nearest supermarkets in the Apartment View. You can now easily find the closest grocery stores to your potential new home. - Implemented a swipe to reply mechanism in the chat. This feature enhances your chatting experience by making it easier to respond to messages. Improvements - Made the app more responsive for iPhone models earlier than the 12 Pro. This ensures a smoother and more consistent user experience across different iPhone models. - Increased the app performance by optimizing various functions and replacing certain packages. This should result in a smoother and faster user experience. Bug Fixes - Fixed input flickering in various Onboarding screens. This should result in a smoother user experience during the onboarding process. - Fixed the issue where the last item in the list was not clickable. All items in lists should now be clickable as expected. - Fixed the issue with duplicate URL external share. This should make sharing URLs more efficient and error-free.

In this build we have implemented the following: - External share link functionality - Fixed flickering in empty profile feeds and hidden the spinner on property feeds - Removed the search input on the Industry step and corrected amplitude tracking on account deletion - Restored the badge notification on the MyEnquiries button - Added persistent agent avatars with expiry logic and removed the old AgentImageContext - Added the Weirdness Calculator feature - Dismissed the keyboard when selecting an autocomplete option

In this build we have implemented the following: - Added talk to Agent Feature. - Corrected delay in rendering the footer on PropertyView and ApartmentView. - Added UUID support in Gleap for more reliable user identification and optimized calls. - Fixed gray background on similar properties, adjusted skeleton loading spacing, and introduced CommuteInfo. - Implemented random avatars for agent listings. - New property feed design. - Added a close-button handler for all popups. - Updated the focus icon in the navigation bar. - Increased global font sizes, added horizontal spacing, and fixed the Saved Properties button. - Introduced an onboarding screen asking users if they have the right to rent. - Hid the compatibility banner, reduced artificial loading delays, trimmed space under ReferralBanner, and fixed profile feed tutorial display and header box shadows. - Migrated the app to Expo 53, upgraded core dependencies.

In this version we have implemented the following: - Fixed infinite loading on profile feed and message channel screen - Resolved Sentry-reported issues and improved app stability - Addressed MobX state modification error and notification permission issue - Made “Immediately” button fully pressable - Added haptic feedback for room reservation actions

In this version we have implemented the following: - Enhanced enquiry stage logic for Uniplaces and adjusted filters (gender, early bird, smoking) - Optimised mini-feed performance and removed promotional banner for one-bedroom properties - Enabled image prefetching for property cards to improve scroll performance - Converted PropertyView into a regular screen for better navigation consistency - Added popup notification when an agent declines an enquiry - Updated UI to hide gender widget when listing is for entire property - Fixed layout and interaction issues in filter sliders - Improved logic for triggering fetch of next page in property feed - Introduced popup for unread messages with expiration control

In this release we have implemented the following: - Improved property feed experience with scroll position retention and better interaction tracking (views, clicks, enquiries, etc.) - Introduced autocomplete for family name on onboarding for faster form completion - Enhanced onboarding flow: reduced visual clutter, fixed input flickering, and added slider haptic feedback - Added modal to notify users about off-market or expired listings - Fixed message screen loading issues and improved message caching for better performance - Applied blur effect for modal overlays and updated button visuals across modals - Enabled swipe-back gesture on message screen for easier navigation - Improved profile feed filter design for a consistent UI with property filters - Fixed back button disappearing issue and improved scroll behavior when returning from enquiry views - General UI and spacing improvements across multiple screens for a cleaner layout

In this version we have implemented the following: - Core Functionality: - Autocomplete Fixes - Resolved flickering in full-screen autocomplete fields on onboarding (Country, Industry, University, Course). - TimeSlotPicker Revamp: - Enforced time slot selection limits (min: 3, max: 5) via props. - Removed “Evening” slot from booking options. - Added common timeslot enquiries - Property Feed & Filter Improvements - Refactored PropertyType selector to bottom sheet. - Optimized list rendering with mobx-react-lite. - Synced like state between feed and property view. - Added icons for selected filter values (Transport, Property Type). - Fixed spacing and carousel visuals in “Similar Properties”. - Onboarding & UI Enhancements: - Updated texts, spacing, and dot animation - Added haptic feedback to sliders and onboarding steps - Improved keyboard behavior and field styling - Replaced splash screen logo with dark version - UI/UX Quality Updates: - TimeSlots Popup: Improved spacing, visual states, and typography - My Enquiries Screen: Sharpened visual hierarchy and grouping. - Property View Screen: Aligned agent info layout and image carousel. - Message Channel: Adjusted message bubbles and header/input alignment. - Edit Profile Screen: Standardized inputs, labels, and section spacing. - Other Fixes & Features - Tutorial Overlay: Now passes on full overlay tap and only shows if profiles exist. - Edit Profile: Fixed interests and prompts bottom sheets. - Agent Stage: Updated label text. - Banner Spacing Fix: Adjusted layout spacing above property feed.

In this release we have implemented the following: - Property Map Improvements: - Fixed center offset for better UX. - Added support for portrait orientation on property map. - UI/UX Enhancements: - TimeSlotPicker now shows enquirers’ avatars. - Scroll-to-location input on focus and minor text updates. - Onboarding improvements: spacing, dropdown behavior, automatic stage progression, and focus management. - Updated profile card icons in feed. - Read more toggle for long property descriptions. - Deposit & bills alignment fixes on smaller screens. - Pressing Loby logo/tab scrolls feed to top. - Added university/course icons to dropdown. - Removed all onboarding progress informative screens.

In this release, we implemented the following: - Integrated Socket.IO to enable real-time data exchange. - Replaced popup notifications with in-app socket-based popups. - Redesigned property response components for better visual presentation and usability. - Added expandable property descriptions with a “read more” toggle. - Introduced ImageViewerModal for viewing floorplans and high-resolution property images. - Added a new profile feed tutorial to guide users on first-time use. - Improved country code selection modal in the onboarding flow. - Fixed email sign-up spacing for consistent layout. - Enhanced location dropdown component in onboarding. - Fixed alignment of the “Bills not included” section on smaller screens. - Applied UI fixes to informer screens and general layout improvements.

In this version, we have implemented the following: - Introduced interactive components for chat creation and availability confirmation in enquiries, including member selection and availability popups. - Added property 'hot-pick' banners with improved visuals and dynamic placement on property listings. - Enhanced error handling and analytics tracking for better user insight. - Updated onboarding and profile creation screens with clearer error messages and improved typography. - Enhanced apartment feed with better handling of similar properties and banner integration. - Improved keyboard behavior and input focus in address and autocomplete modals. - Updated loading indicators for property and saved property lists. - Improved validation for profile prompts and form fields.

In this release we have implemented the following: - Redesigned and updated the full onboarding flow based on new designs., - Updated ReferralModal and Reserve Room button style to match new UI., - Introduced “New Today” sticker on Property Cards., - Added dismiss button to FillAvailabilityModal and implemented the modal itself., - Removed profile proxy before app version upgrade., - Made interest and prompt questions/answers optional with redesigned “Skip” button., - Added "Rare Find" banner to PropertyPreview, fixed budget symbol, and redesigned PhoneInputModal., - Fixed issues with onboarding university autocomplete search and input ref types.

In this version we have implemented the following: - Applied a fix to load properties faster on the property feed - Implemented a "Similar Properties" on Property Feed now you have more properties than you could ever wish for - Implemented a fix to solve the onboarding issue.

In this version we have implemented the following: - Added an Enquiry Status widget on the Settings screen, complete with a new horizontal stepper component for clearer progress indication. - Switched group chat naming in property chats (PropGC) to use the property address by default. - Replaced the old rentBudgetRange with a single maxRentBudget field throughout onboarding and profile editing, including new text-input components and updated validation. - Introduced a “Refer a Friend” pop-up to encourage user referrals. - Implemented a Cancel Enquiry button for users to withdraw enquiries directly. - Revamped the Sign-Up/Sign-In flow for a smoother authentication experience. - Enabled automatic navigation into a newly created enquiry with focus, streamlining the enquiry process. - Exposed a viewSource field on property feed items to track how each listing was fetched. - Introduced enhancements on the Property Feed Algorithm.

In this release we have implemented the following: - Improved the design and layout of My Enquiries screen, including avatar display and room slot UI. - Added new availability selection logic and slot display with partial day selection. - Implemented new “force update” screen to improve update experience. - Integrated in-app and push notifications handling for Sendbird (Chat provider). - Applied various responsive design fixes across screen sizes. - Fixed issues with highlighted avatars, bottom sheet heights, and station display bugs. - Updated chat UI design and improved MainTabsNavigator styling. - Introduced “Confirmed by agent” step in My Enquiries flow. - Improved notification system with a new type for “Property Filled” and redirect. - Made miscellaneous improvements to layout, scroll behaviour, shadows, and banner display.

In the following release we have implemented: - MyEnquiries improvements: Refactored the MyEnquiries list and enquiry stages. - Referral System Enhancements: - Added referral banner and share menu. - Implemented full referral registration flow. - Feed Improvements: Ensured the property feed keeps the last slot empty to improve scroll behavior. - Minor fixes and improvements. - Refined the notification system.

In the following build we have implemented the following: New Features - “My Enquiry” from the property header bar - Added “My Enquiries” icon to the main property feed - Introduced availability selection feature for properties - Completed and merged Property Group Recommender feature Bug Fixes - Fixed delayed skeleton appearance in property views - Fixed logic for property room slot availability

In this build we have implemented the following: - Loby AI (G0D) - Instant message on match ("Yo, what's up") - Price per room (granular price direction) - Reject option functionality on liked you screen (Decline Like) - Illuminated appreciation button (Glowing like button) - Empty rooms icon on apartment feed

In the following version we have implemented: - Features & Improvements - Commute Info Enhancements on property cards. - You can now save properties to a wish list. - Group recommender, it will prompt users to create group chat with meaningful connections. - Removed people interested text on property cards when there are no enquiries. - Swapped property feed and profile feed places. Fixes: - Fixed the like & match in the mini-feed from enquiries. - Fixed the double swipe after like on mini-feed. - Fixed the notifications in-app & push. Tracking & Monitoring: - Improved error reporting for Sentry

In the following version we have implemented: - Features & Improvements - Commute Info Enhancements on property cards. - You can now save properties to a wish list. - Group recommender, it will prompt users to create group chat with meaningful connections. - Removed people interested text on property cards when there are no enquiries. - Swapped property feed and profile feed places. Fixes: - Fixed the like & match in the mini-feed from enquiries. - Fixed the double swipe after like on mini-feed. - Fixed the notifications in-app & push. Tracking & Monitoring: - Improved error reporting for Sentry

In the following release we have implemented: - Better Property Tracking to improve user experience - Enable Adjust SDK to track downloads