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Zaparoo App v1.13.0 Released on Android

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wizzo
wizzo
Lead Developer

Zaparoo App v1.13.0 is rolling out now on Google Play outside France. This release is Android-only for now.

v1.13.0 adds a full Library browser and profile controls in the App. It also polishes swipe-back feedback, modal gestures, haptic feedback, and accessibility across the App.

The highlights:

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Get Android v1.13.0 GitHub

Before you update​

  • Availability: v1.13.0 is currently limited to Google Play users outside France.
  • iOS and France: The App Store and Google Play in France remain on v1.11.2 until the full release in about three weeks.
  • Core version: Library needs Core v2.15.0 or newer. Device profiles and Online device linking need Core v2.16.0 or newer.

Browse your library​

The new Library tab lets you browse systems and folders.

  • Filter systems by category, manufacturer, and release period.
  • Browse folders, sort media, or jump directly to a letter.
  • View artwork, descriptions, release details, tags, and file information.
  • Search the full library or keep a separate Favorites collection.
  • Launch a title or write it to NFC using your phone or a compatible reader attached to Core.

Requires: Core v2.15.0 or newer and a generated media database.

Device profiles​

Device profiles can now be managed under Settings > Play Controls.

  • Create and edit profiles with admin or member roles.
  • Set PINs and individual daily or session playtime limits.
  • Switch the active profile or require one before launching.
  • Write profile cards and reset old cards when needed.

Requires: Core v2.16.0 or newer and an admin connection for protected profile actions.

Background media controls​

The Zap screen now shows foreground and background media separately. Each has its own stop action, and playlists include previous, play/pause, and next controls.

Requires: Core v2.15.0 or newer.

Interaction and accessibility​

  • Slide-up modals now follow drag gestures and use consistent action layouts.
  • Swipe-back navigation now shows progress before completing.
  • Buttons and other controls now give consistent haptic feedback where supported.
  • Bottom tabs preserve their previous page and scroll position. Tapping the active tab again returns to its root or scrolls to the top.
  • Inbox and Settings show unread counts, which can also appear on the App icon where supported.
  • Focus handling, screen reader support, list navigation, modal accessibility, and safe-area handling are more consistent across the App.
  • Supported translations have been updated.

Zaparoo Online and Warp​

Settings > Online now includes options to subscribe to Zaparoo Warp, restore a purchase, and open subscription management. An active Warp subscription also includes Zaparoo App Pro.

The App also supports two-factor authentication and can link a compatible Core device to Zaparoo Online. Once linked, play history sync and automatic cloud backup can be enabled from the App. Device linking requires Core v2.16.0 or newer; automatic cloud backup requires Warp.

Connection fixes​

  • Pairing is preserved when a discovered device moves between an mDNS hostname and IP address.
  • Stale token errors no longer appear after a successful reconnect, and Library artwork reloads when the connection returns.
  • Connection messages distinguish connecting, reconnecting, Core unavailable, and no network.

Other changes​

  • NFC writes to Type 2 NDEF tags are read back before the App reports success, with retry and cancel options if the check fails.
  • Scan history entries can be replayed while connected to Core.
  • Media search supports selecting title tags for ZapScript and can show Core-provided disambiguating tags on Core v2.15.0 or newer.
  • File-based Core mappings appear with a read-only badge on Core v2.15.0 or newer.
  • Deep-link launches ask for confirmation, and the App accepts zaparoo://run links.
  • Queued launches and writes no longer stall indefinitely during reconnects. Expired requests report that they were not delivered.
  • Media indexing no longer offers a cancel action that could leave a partial database. Paused indexing can still be resumed.
  • Indexing, optimization, and scraping controls now reflect Core's current state more accurately.
  • Pairing can be opened manually from the device connection card. Settings that write to Core are disabled when the connected client lacks permission.
  • Duplicate saved entries for the same Core device can be combined while keeping their addresses and pairing.
  • Log uploads have clearer progress and a copyable result link. Sensitive values are redacted from App logs.
  • Camera permission failures now explain that access must be enabled in system settings.
  • Third-party software licenses can be searched and browsed from Settings > About.

As always, feedback and bug reports are welcome on Discord or GitHub.

Zaparoo is free and open source. Warp cloud backup and other ways to support the project help fund continued development.