An update for the macOS version of Shukofukurou 3.2.5 is now available, mostly fixes and improve image loading. This update is now available by using software updates or installing the update from the Mac App Store.

In addition, Shukofukurou for iOS 1.2 is now released. This release adds a bunch of new features and refinements, most notably keyboard shortcuts for iPad, basic list statistics, and the ability to view character/staff information for Manga titles. A tip jar is now available allowing users to donate through the app and help future development. The source code for this release is available here.

Change log is below for the iOS version.

New Features

• Added basic list statistics
• Added Keyboard Shortcuts for iPad
• Added ability to view manga characters and staff information
• Added Tip Jar
• Shukofukurou’s version number can be viewed in the Settings section.

Bug Fixes and Enhancements

• Tweaked Dark Mode
• Refined the left sidebar appearance
• Implemented improved title mapper
• Fixed “not logged in” bug
• Opening related links, filing bug report or manual will no longer leave the program and open Safari. The built in browser will be used in the app.
• Added loading HUDs when data is being loaded via a keyboard shortcut or an entry is being saved.
• Fixed Reddit related links.

Shukofukurou for iOS 1.2 is now available for beta testing. 1.2 brings a lot of improvements with some new features such as:

• Dark Mode improvements
• Redesigned side bar
• Ability to view basic list statistics
• Ability to view characters and staff for Manga titles
• Keyboard shortcuts for iPad using a hardware keyboard (e.g. Bluetooth Keyboard or Smart Keyboard)
• Tip Jar

This version is available on TestFlight, which is restricted only to active patrons.1.2 will be released sometime next week.

I decided to add a tip jar to the application for those who want to support the development. While the program is open source, it costs money to develop and distribute the applications for iOS devices and Macintosh computers. As a result, I need to cover the costs of the Apple Developer Program so I can continue to develop and distribute these applications.

While the iOS version costs $2.99 to cover the costs of distributing it, I am hoping that I get enough monthly donations so I do not have to charge for the iOS version. Currently, there is a big drop in donations and I am not sure I will be able to cover all the development costs at the end of August of this year and might fall a bit short.

If you want to test and help support the development of Shukofukurou and Hachidori, feel free to become a Patron. The current goal is $10 a month, which will at least at the bare minimum cover the cost of the Apple Developer Program and some of the hosting costs. This is the goal in which the iOS version becomes free.

This release fixes a bug where the application sometimes appear it’s not logged in when credentials exist. This is because retrieving a credential so many times can cause it to fail eventually in rare instances. This is now fixed as the OAuth credentials will be stored in memory when the program is launched. The credential is stored or removed when a user logs in, the credential refreshes or the user removes an account. This should resolve any future credential issues.

As for February, we are working on the following:

• List Statistics on the iOS version of Shukofukurou
• More iPad enhancements for Shukofukurou for iOS (e.g. Keyboard Shortcuts)
• Replacing the existing title id translation class with Hato
• Improving Patreon Support for Hachidori and Shukofukurou for Mac (enabling the ability to unlock donor features on multiple Macs with a Patreon account with an active pledge).
• Character lists for Manga.

So far, we are 84% of our goal of $204 to cover all our costs for development for the year 2019 ending in August 31, 2019. If you want to see more features and improvements, donate today by purchasing a donation license, which unlocks donor exclusive features. If you already purchased a donor license, you may support us voluntarily via Paypal, Ko-Fi or monthly on Patreon with exclusive perks such as ability to test beta versions of Shukofukurou for iOS, view donor exclusive features source code, suggest new features and more. You can learn more by going to the Donate page on our site.

 

Shukofukurou for iOS 1.1.4 is now released on the App Store. This release improves the user interface for iPad users. iPad users will be able to access additional options when they swipe a list entry left. This includes options that are normally accessed by tapping the options swipe button. As long the app takes up most of the screen, you will be able to access these options easily. Also, additional toolbar items are shown in title/character/staff view on the iPad.

 

Another requested feature is Dark Mode. Now Dark Mode functionality has been added. You can enable it in settings.

You can update to this release from the App Store. The source code for this release is here

New Features

• Add Dark Mode support
• Add additional swipe buttons for iPad users to access additional options for list entries and toolbar icons for title and character/staff information views

Bug Fixes and Enhancements

• Added loading head up display will show when the user’s list is initally being loaded.
• Added a loading head up display when airing, season, trending and character lists are being loaded
• Various minor bug fixes and user interface tweaks and fixes
• Fixed the toggle switch for enabling/disabling Cache Title Information option