Testing on Devices running iOS version older than 3.2

While I continue to support iOS 3.1.3 in my app, I am unable to test it against any version older than 3.2. Apple does not allow downgrading devices (even for developers) back to earlier iOS versions. So I’m relying on users to send me any issues they may find on iOS 3.1.3. If I don’t receive any feedback, I will assume that everything is working fine. If maintaining support for iOS 3.x proves to be too tedious, I will be removing support for any iOS version older than 4.x.

App Crashing on iOS 4.1 [Fixed - Version 2.1.1 Coming Soon!]

I got a hold of an iPod touch and tested version 2.1 against it. The app is instantly crashing upon launch. I’m investigating the cause and will be releasing an update to fix the issue immediately.

[Update]

The issue is present on all devices running iOS 4.1. Fix coming soon!

[Update 2]

Fix complete. Update submitted to Apple. Should be available soon!

UkuTune 2.1 Submitted to App Store (Updated)

The update has been approved and released! (That was fast!)

Changes:

- Updated graphics
- Multitasking support for iPad running iOS 4.2
- iAd support for iPad
- Fixed a bug where the app would instantly crash when launched on devices running iOS 3.1.3
- Other minor bugfixes

UkuTune 2.0 Submitted to the App Store (and Approved)

UkuTune 2.0 was submitted to the App Store and has been approved! It will be available soon.

Changes to 2.0 include the following:

- Updated interface
- Notes now can be played as string or tone sounds
- New Loop Mode allows quick switching between notes
- iOS 4.0 Multitasking Support
- Retina Display Support
- Early iPad Support
- Added iAd Support

The new interface isn’t the best it could be, but I’m no graphic artist. I’ll gladly accept any suggestions!

UkuTune 1.3.2 Available on the App Store

An updated version of UkuTune was uploaded to the App Store in late December 2009. I forgot to post the news update here.

Changes in 1.3.2:
- Fixed bug where Standard Tuning would not load audio files immediately after launching app
- Further app launching speed ups
- Song Playing in iPod will not fade out until a note is played
- Minor UI tweaks

UkuTune 1.3.1 Available on the App Store

UkuTune 1.3.1 is now available on the App Store. Version 1.3.1 is a minor update and brings speed improvements to App launching!

UkuTune 1.3 Available on the App Store

UkuTune 1.3 has been approved by Apple and is now available for download on the App Store!

UkuTune 1.3 Submitted to the App Store

UkuTune has been submitted to the App Store! The update to the App was completed a few days ago, but I was having trouble connecting to iTunes Connect to upload the new binary. The update should be available within a week!

Here’s the final list of changes in version 1.3:
- Compiled for iPhone OS 3.1
- Launches in the proper orientation.
- Supports both left and right landscape orientations.
- Sounds will continue to play when the device is locked and/or is in silent mode. If a song is playing in the iPod application, it will fade out after UkuTune is launched.
- As a result to the sound change, the audio playback code was rewritten. Volume control is much more accurate and working properly.
- Code for Loop Mode was also rewritten and is much more efficient and responsive.
- App launch time has been reduced significantly. The background has been replaced with an appropriate 320×480 PNG version.
- App size has been reduced to 25% of version 1.2.
- Sounds have been reedited and optimized.
- Graphical Updates.
- Your last Tuning Mode and Loop Mode (on/off) is now saved.
- Strum button has been added.
- New Icon.

UkuTune 1.3 in the Works!

UkuTune 1.3 is currently in the works. The update will include changes suggested by reader Alex along with some other improvements. The final version of the App should be submitted to the App Store within the next week or so.

Changes so far:
- Compiled for iPhone OS 3.1
- Application loads in the proper orientation.
- The application now supports both left and right landscape orientations.
- Sounds will continue to play when the device is locked and/or is in silent mode. If a song is playing in the iPod application, it will fade out after UkuTune is launched.
- As a result to the sound change mentioned above, the audio playback code was rewritten. Volume control is much more accurate and working properly.
- Code for loop mode was also rewritten and is much more efficient and responsive.
- Application launch time has been reduced significantly. The background has been replaced with an appropriate 320×480 PNG version.

Changes in progress:
- Your last tuning mode and loop state will be remembered.
- A “secret” new feature. It’s nothing big, but it will be revealed when the updated App is posted on the App Store.
- admob banner will be included in order to generate some revenue……….just kidding! UkuTune will never cost anything nor include any ads!

UkuTune 1.2 Now Available on the App Store

Version 1.2 of UkuTune is now available for download on the App Store!

New in Version 1.2:
- Compiled for iPhone OS 3.0
- Graphical Updates