Hey all you protectors of privacy!
There’s an app update today! Actually, there are two. Here’s a closer look at how to get them, and the new features and bug squashes that comprise them.
Note: some transactions may turn up unsuccessful on previous versions, so we recommend you make the update at your earliest convenience.
3.10.0
This first update can be initiated from your app store. It’s got a slew of changes that will make your app more convenient. You can click the topics in the list below to expand an explanation about it.
UTXO consolidation tool
Are your transactions are slowing or getting stuck? UTXOs accumulate in heavily used keychains (especially for those that send and receive many small amounts, such as Node operators and Provide users). With this release, there’s a tool to help you keep things tidy.
In-app update reminder
Ever wonder if you have the latest app version, but don’t feel like checking your settings?
Procrastinate no more! Whenever there is an update that is pushed through the app store, there will now be an update prompt at the bottom of your app’s home screen that will take you straight to the app store for the update.
Clarity for shield/unshield statuses
Until now, your shield and unshield transactions have only been classified as pending or complete. In this update, we’ve clarified “pending” to include a “processing” stage, and updated the details of what’s happening in each stage.
For example, the shield stages are as follows:
| Old Stage Descriptor | Updated Stage Descriptor | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Pending [0] | Pending | Transaction pending receipt of funds. |
| Pending [1] | Processing [1] | Funds received. Turning your public coins into privacy coins… |
| Pending [2] | Processing [2] | Funds received. Turning your public coins into privacy coins… |
| Complete | Complete | Your balance may take a few minutes to update. |
Shield time and text
Ever wished you could have just a little bit longer to shield your coins? Now, your one-time shielding address lasts for two hours! This makes it easier to deal with people who are slow to send you funds, and to protect against the time delays that some crypto wallets experience.
There’s also some updated text on the shield screen, reminding you to be wary of withdrawal times from certain crypto exchanges.
If you want privacy but your exchange takes too long, you may want to withdraw to a non-private wallet first, and then shield your coins.
Auto-remove special characters
When you scan an address that includes special text, your app will now automatically edit it to a usable format. For example, when your scan results in “address ±—@”, it will remove the “±—@” and ensure the address is correct.
Chain privacy maintenance update
Privacy is our first priority. We conducted a routine chain update, some “spring cleaning” in the Fall, to ensure the privacy you get with Incognito remains top-notch.
3.10.1
Once you have 3.10.0 and open the app, you’ll be prompted to do an in-app update for 3.10.1. This one’s for the validators in the crowd:
Notifications for all your Nodes
With this latest update, you can now get notifications for all your Nodes when they earn! If for any reason you do not want notifications to show - simply go to your device settings to toggle off notifications for the Incognito app.
Fixed incorrect Node status
Some have experienced an incorrect Node status with the new Node UI. You may have been told your Node was offline while it was actually waiting or even earning.
Now your app accurately represents the status of all your Nodes.
"Fixed “cannot buy Node" error
Have you bought a Node in the app, only to be told you “cannot buy Node”? We’ve fixed the messages we’re sending you about whether or not you can buy a Node (hint: you can).
And that’s the gist! Let us know your thoughts below, and feel free to join in other conversations around here at we.incognito.org.
