Exciting New iOS App Updates for January 2023
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Overview of January App Enhancements
With the arrival of a new year, many applications are rolling out fantastic updates that enhance user experience. It’s thrilling to witness the creativity of dedicated developers. This article highlights some of the most exciting changes and features introduced in my favorite apps.
Telegram
Screenshots of the Telegram app on an iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 9.3.2
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Key New Features:
- Conceal photos and videos under a blurred cover to avoid spoilers in messages.
- Enable automatic removal of cached media in Private Chats, Groups, and Channels.
- A redesigned media editor with enhanced tools for drawing and text.
- Set distinct profile pictures for individual contacts or a public profile image.
- Large groups now have the option to hide member lists for enhanced privacy.
Clear Spaces
Screenshots of the Clear Spaces app on an iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 2.0
💻 Platform: iOS
Key New Features:
- A complete redesign of the app interface.
- Create various styles for different wallpapers.
- Introduction of a New Widget Centre for customizing overlays.
- New widget types including Weather, Image, Battery, and more.
- Lock screen widgets compatible with iOS 16.
- Shortcuts integration and customizable fonts for widgets.
Cronica
Screenshots of the Cronica app on an iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 1.9.2
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS
Key New Features:
- Enhanced functionality for the watchOS app to prevent accidental actions.
- New light and dark themes for the app.
- Option to tip the developer in appreciation.
- Tapping on an overview or biography will expand details.
- Watch provider feature to explore streaming, renting, and purchasing options for movies and shows.
- Improved accessibility with better VoiceOver support.
Bluebird
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 3.4.4
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS
Key New Features:
- Landscape mode for a richer experience on iPadOS.
- Distraction Blocker for macOS to enhance focus.
- Count-up timer feature.
StopTheMadness
Screenshots of the StopTheMadness app on an iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 11.1
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Key New Features:
- Custom fonts and elements for all websites.
- Block new window pop-ups across all sites.
- Prevent clickjacking on websites.
- Option to hide app banners like "Sign in with Google."
- Stop videos from autoplaying on sites like CNET.
- Bypass unshortened links to prevent censorship.
Beams
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 Website Link
🆕 Version: 0.19
💻 Platform: macOS
Key New Features:
- Support for macOS Focus Mode.
- Compatibility with dark and light theme modes.
- Add more accounts to your calendar.
- Integration with Slack.
Mockview
Screenshots of the Mockview app on a Mac Mini running macOS Ventura.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 2.6
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Key New Features:
- New 3D mockup for the iPhone 14 Pro Max.
- Hand mockup feature for the iPhone 14 Pro Max.
- Addition of Magnification effect.
TouchRetouch
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 5.1.0
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS
Key New Features:
- New Blur option with automatic face and text detection.
- Enhanced algorithm for better object-aware features.
- Support for HDR photos.
Facades
Screenshots of the Facades app on a Mac Mini running macOS Ventura.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 1.1.1
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Key New Features:
- Track visited stores and share with friends, synced via iCloud.
- Detailed information for each store, including features like Boardroom and Green Wall.
- Organize stores with Bookmarks and Favorites.
- Global Map mode to visualize store locations.
Night Sky
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 11.4
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, TV OS
Key New Features:
- Now supports 14 additional languages.
- Added 10 new AR models to the Night Sky Museum.
- Design improvements for the Space Exploration Timeline.
Arc Browser
Screenshots of the Arc Browser app on a Mac Mini running macOS Ventura.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 0.86.0
💻 Platform: macOS
Key New Features:
- Increased favorites limit from 8 to 12.
- Ability to edit the URL of pinned tabs.
- Option to disable developer mode in localhost.
- Updated AppleScript API for better native app integration.
- Faster loading of favicons with new updates.
- New animations and haptics for the Mini Video Player.
TickTick
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 6.4.40
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, watchOS
Key New Features:
- Default tags for new tasks.
- Clean UI with hidden sidebar counts.
- Redesigned Task Details for the WatchOS app.
- New Strikethrough style for completed tasks.
Craft
Screenshots of the Craft app on an iPhone 12 Mini running iOS 16.
📲 App Store Link
🆕 Version: 2.4.2
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS
Key New Features:
- New Code Editor with enhanced performance.
- Page Breaks for better document organization.
Spark
Image obtained from developer's website.
📲 Website Link
🆕 Version: 3.3.1
💻 Platform: iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS
Key New Features:
- Drag and drop emails to folders on the sidebar.
- Add, remove, and reorder folders on the sidebar.
- Resize the sidebar for better usability.
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