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Official Release

v3.2.1-49 - 10.28.18

• Added Cleartext traffic support for devices using API level 28

v3.2.0-48 - 10.27.18

• Somewhat fixed NotesListFragment floating action button UI issues
• Removed MaterialDialog dependency (deprecated) and converted all dialogs into my own
• Fixed issue with updated title not displayed after editing title in quick note editor
• Fixed display issue with quick note editor after note is launched to be edited in bible
• Merged HomeFragment and NewsFeedFragment
• Re-enabled collapsing toolbar for MainActivity
• Minor UI changes to social media ad
• Majorly improved news feed sorting logic and display speeds
• Improved search logic
• Converted nearly all images and icons to vector assets
• Removed a lot of unnecessary and unused code and files (over 200 files deleted!)
• Fixed issue where NoteEditorFragment would crash after app resume.
• Added Search Fragment
• Improved BBID address creating

v3.1.0-44 - 10.20.18

• Upgraded database to Firebase Firestore
• Added Sync activity to migrate all data from old database
• Changed MenuMaker to HSCore
• Updated News Feed fragment
• Notes no longer automatically save, allowing the user to discard any changes.
• Minor Bible UI changes
• Added Home Fragment
• Significantly improved speeds of BibleActivity
• Improved HTML and unicode conversion and display
• Added more sources for news and devotions
• Many, many bug fixes

v3.0.4 - 10.8.18

• Added Crashlytics to help improve error reporting
• Fixed bug that caused app to crash when reopened after a period of time.
• Fixed issue bottom navigation bar height and icon issue.
• Updated help section.
• More bug fixes

v3.0.3 - 10.3.18

• Android 28 and AndroidX support.
• Added Privacy Policy.
• ButterKnifed it.

v3.0.2 - 9.2.18

• Fixed Christianity Today logo.
• Fixed feed refresh icon not disappearing after refresh successful.
• Visual adjustments.
• Updated repositories.

v3.0.1 - 9.1.18

• ESV approval for use has been given, and it is now re-enabled
• Bug fixes

v3.0.0 - 11.7.17

• NEW - Christian News Feed: Stay up-to-date with the latest Christian news from around the world. View, read, and share articles with your friends and family. More news sources will be coming in future updates.
• Added a vast amount of devotions
• Redesigned UI
• Slight improvements with note taking
• Bug fixes
• Added support up to Android 8.1

v2.9.8 - 4.26.17

• UI enhancements
• Massive amount of bugs killed

v2.9.6 - 4.19.17

• Bug fixes

2.9 - 4.12.17

At the end of last year, BB experienced a significant loss of data, causing it to fall back several versions. This latest version of BB is not a substantial update from the previous, primarily involving changes in UI; however, now that the coding is caught up, expect big things in the near future.

2.8 - 10.29.16

Introducing… Cloud Notes. Do you prefer to use your phone while at church but enjoy using a tablet to study God’s Word while at home? Well, Bible Buddy makes this easier because, now, your notes will sync across all devices!

Additionally, BB now supports Android 7.1.

2.7 - 9.23.16

• Android N support
• Prepped for future updates

2.6 - 7.5.16

• NEW FEATURE - Dark Theme - for reading at night!
• Restyled a lot of UI elements
• Improved code logic
• Bug fixes

2.5 - 6.7.16

• NEW FEATURE - Daily Devotions. Need help getting back into the word? Open BB each day for a devotion to help your walk with Christ. Also, you can share or save any devotion for later if you really enjoyed it!
• Added ability to share notes
• Minor UI enhancements
• Lint operations
• App size reduced by almost half

2.4 - 5.25.16

• Fixed issue with daily verse not showing
• Added “Full Change Log” linkItem to “Latest Update” on home page
• Speed and app size improvements

2.3 - 5.24.16

• NEW OFFLINE VERSION: King James Version
• Code logic improvements
• Minor UI improvements

2.2 - 5.19.16

• Completely redesigned Home page
• Added links to Facebook and Twitter
• Speed improvements
• Added splash screen
• Minor bug fixes
• Simplified versioning system

2.1.2 - 5.18.16

• Added “Help” section
• Added “Share this App” linkItem
• Minor bug fixes
• Minor UI changes

2.1.1 - 5.11.16

• Reorganized some menu options
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

2.1.0 - 5.10.16

• New OFFLINE Bible version available for download: World English Bible More versions to come!

2.0.0 - 4.27.16

• NEW FEATURES
  • Notes: Enhance your studies by saving your thoughts as you have them! Conveniently located in a sliding drawer at the bottom of the Bible.
  • Select: You can now select verses to either copy or share with friends and family.
• OTHER UPDATES
  • Redesigned Bible to hide action bar while scrolling
  • Added a News card to give live information as needed
  • Brand new navigation drawer
  • Added network connectivity alert dialogs
  • Redesigned all alert dialogs
  • Other UI enhancements
  • Many bug fixes and performance improvements

1.3.0 - 3.28.16

• Added a daily verse notification (optional) that can be shared with friends and family!
• Settings menu created
• Added ability to clear search history
• Improved look of home screen cards
• Bug fixes and improvements

1.2.1 - 3.26.16

• Redesigned UI for easier bible navigation
• Words of Christ are now in red!
• Added icons to menu
• Recreated home fragment
• Added more text size options
• Search improvements and bug fixes

1.1.0 - 3.8.16

• Added search bar to more easily find verses and keywords anywhere in the Bible!
• Bug fixes

1.0.0 - 3.6.16

• First official app release
• Feedback is greatly appreciated!
• More features soon to come!