3.9.5
2023-12-20
Critical bug fixes
3.9.4
2023-02-13
This release fixes a bug that affected audiobook playback.
3.9.1
2022-10-11
This SimplyE release contains various bug fixes and usability improvements.
3.9.0
2022-08-16
This SimplyE release fixes some bugs for users' placement when listening to an audiobook."
3.8.7
2022-07-05
This release includes a better way to control your SimplyE reading data.
3.8.6
2022-05-12
This release contains an upgrade to our ebook display technology as well as some crash fixes.
3.8.5
2022-03-28
This release includes fixes for some of our download bugs.
3.8.4
2022-02-23
This release fixes a problem with downloading your checked out books.
3.8.3
2022-02-08
This release fixes the issues with the NYPL card creator.
3.8.2
2022-01-20
This release includes some winter cleanup in order to prepare for new features and upgrades coming in the summer.
3.8.1
2021-12-16
This release gets us ready for cozy reading season with fixes to audiobook downloads, improvements to the library picker, and other critical bug fixes. NYPL also changed password requirements for library card applications.
3.7.2
2021-09-27
There is a new option in the reading menu that allows patrons to use the publisher-specified settings in the e-book. There might be unique fonts or layout choices in some books. We also have included some critical bug fixes.
3.6.2
2020-12-14
This release fixes several different bugs that were causing crashes, account login errors and audiobook play issues. We have also updated the barcode scanner.
3.6.1
2020-10-19
Critical bug fixes.
3.6.0
2020-10-05
- Reading location sync improved so you can get reading more easily
- Account page entry fixed so you can quickly update your information
- Improved alerts to keep you informed
3.5.2
2020-08-19
Critical bug fixes
3.5.1
2020-08-12
- Fix for ebook download bug
3.5.0
2020-08-06
- Improved audiobook support
- Improvements to NYPL card creator
- Bug fixes
3.4.1
2020-07-21
- Resolved welcome screen, catalog and other crashes
- Fixed an issue where patrons would lose their account information
- Fixed barcode display error
- Fixed login issue
- Fixed several other bugs
3.4.0
2020-06-23
- Fix Santa Clara County Library login issue
- Fix crash when opening audiobooks on older iOS versions
- More localization improvements
3.3.7
2020-03-31
Changes to improve catalog responsiveness
3.3.6
2020-03-20
- Fixed warnings and addressed some bugs.
- Upgraded our debugging software.
- Layout fixes.
3.3.5
2020-02-25
Legal pages display update.
3.3.4
2020-01-24
- Improved login process
3.3.3
2019-12-10
- Fixed audiobook player UI being "squished"
- Input fields for account details now use library-specified values
3.3.2
2019-10-30
- Fixed iOS13 default modal view changes
- Fixed iOS13 dark mode visual bugs
- Fixed some error handling logic that wasn't presenting properly
3.3.1
2019-10-01
- Fixed "Add Library" button sometimes remaining disabled until switching screens under settings
- Fixed PDF reader getting broken for iOS 13
3.3.0
2019-09-11
We've heard you. This version, enjoy a faster startup and login. You can also see new libraries the moment they're available rather than having to wait for a new release.
We've also added new notifications to keep you updated on when a book you've had on hold becomes available.
3.2.1
2019-06-22
- Fixed a crashing bug introduced in 3.2.0
3.2.0
2019-06-20
- PDFs now marked as read after opening book
- PDFs now returned properly
- New production libraries are now populated dynamically
3.1.1
2019-05-16
- Fixed Software Licences page not displaying
- Filtered inaccessible content from catalog
- Updated library catalogs
3.1.0
2019-04-01
– Small improvements to Audiobook Playback.
– Fixed a rare crash when leaving the app, and returning later.
3.0.5
2019-03-08
– Addressed an issue that may occur when leaving the app while reading a book
3.0.4
2019-02-15
- We've addressed an issue that would cause a book to lose its place. If you continue to have issues, please give us feedback at gethelp@nypl.org. Thank you for your support.
3.0.3
2019-02-09
Bug Fix:
If you use more than one library account in SimplyE, and your list of book loans does not look correct for the current library, you may need to sign out and sign back in. Please contact us if you need assistance. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Previously:
– Changing the font size should no longer lose your current reading location
– Addressed an issue that would cause the app to freeze if left alone for some time
– Adjustment for dynamic text size legibility
3.0.2
2019-02-06
– Changing the font size should no longer lose your current reading location
– Addressed an issue that would cause the app to freeze if left alone for some time
– Adjustment for dynamic text size legibility
3.0.1
2019-01-10
– Improvements to Audiobook playback; accessibility adjustments
3.0.0
2018-12-14
– Introducing Audiobooks from supporting libraries
2.2.14
2018-11-17
– New library additions
2.2.13
2018-09-06
– Various bug fixes and improvements
2.2.12
2018-07-25
Thank you for your continued support of SimplyE. If you have any issues, please do not hesitate to contact our in-app support team.
In this update:
- Fixed a crash that would sometimes occur when browsing the catalog
- A few other rare crashes have been addressed
2.2.11
2018-07-06
San José Public Library is now available.
2.2.10
2018-06-15
The SimplyE Collection has been updated with new categories.
More libraries now support SimplyE Sync.
2.2.9
2018-04-15
- Fixed a crash that may occur when trying to sign in.
2.2.8
2018-04-11
– Fixed an issue with the OpenDyslexic font
– Fixed an issue that would cause the app to freeze when opening a book
– Added libraries from the Yavapai Library Network
2.2.7
2018-03-15
– Fixed an issue where audiobooks and PDFs would incorrectly appear in My Books
– Fixed an error in displaying the queue position of a book on reserve
If you continue to experience problems downloading books or navigating the book catalog, please to do hesitate to contact our support team. Thank you for supporting SimplyE.
2.2.5
2018-02-23
We've fixed a bug that would mistakenly show books on reserve as being available to check out.
2.2.4
2018-02-21
New libraries from the Califa Group are now available.
2.2.3
2018-01-28
In this release, we've made improvements to performance and stability.
If you have any issues with your reading experience, please do not hesitate to contact our support inside the app.
Thank you for being a patron of SimplyE.
2.2.2
2018-01-05
This update contains several improvements, and is recommended for all SimplyE users.
- Bookmark Sync improvements
- More reliable page turning
- Improved general stability and fewer crashes
If you have any issue reading a particular book, please do not hesitate to contact SimplyE support.
2.2.1
2017-12-22
– We unintentionally removed the “time remaining” icon to let you know when your loan expires. This has been returned.
– You can now tap on the details of a book to see a better estimate of when your reservation will be available.
We're working to bring more features and stability to your reading experience. Please continue providing feedback to our support team from inside the app.
—The SimplyE Team at The New York Public Library
2.2.0
2017-12-18
SimplyE Sync: With your permission, your bookmarks and reading position are now saved to the cloud and synced to your other devices.
We have also addressed several issues in this release:
- See where you are in the queue for a book you've reserved
- Stability improvements, fewer crashes
- Small visual updates to the reading experience
We also happily welcome to the SimplyE family seven new library systems:
- Butte County Library
- Calvert Library
- Charles County Public Library
- Frederick County Public Libraries
- Howard County Library System
- Montgomery County Public Libraries
- St. Mary's County Library
If you have any issues with your SimplyE experience, please do not hesitate to contact our support within the app. Thank you for reading with us!
2.1.3
2017-11-22
In this stability update, we have:
Improved the reliability of bookmarking your reading position between sessions.
Reduced the number of crashes you may experience while using the app.
Fixed some layout issues for certain iPhone users.
You now have a copy of your library card barcode in Settings to use at your local branch.
If you continue to have issues with your reading experience, please do not hesitate to contact our support team from inside the app.