These release notes provide information on the new features, newly supported OS, enhancements, resolved escalations, and bug fixes completed in every major, minor, and patch, release of the Appspace Employee App for mobile devices, version 8.x.
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If you’re looking for release notes for Appspace App for purpose-built industry-standard devices or Appspace for Devices on Android and iOS tablets, refer to Appspace App 2.x Release Notes for Devices & Built-In Apps.
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See additional release notes for Mobile here.
17 May 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.80
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.10-ac.4
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| AI Image Generation | Users can now leverage AI for image generation directly within the Sharebox interface. |
| Contextual Search Enhancements | This enhancement leverages advanced vector-based search capabilities to deliver highly relevant results by accurately interpreting the context and semantic meaning of user queries. |
| Enhanced Tablet Layout for Appspace App | The Appspace app on tablets will now utilize a dedicated tablet layout for display, replacing the previous mobile layout. |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-52605 – Misalignment of the star button in the App Links widget.
- AP-53176 – The Copy to Clipboard function copies all logs from the beginning, even after the logs have been cleared.
- AP-53228 – The “My Delegations” tab is missing from the Reservations page.
- AP-53303 – The Create button is slightly cropped at the bottom, affecting its full visibility.
- AP-53462 – On the Android app, the ‘Add to calendar’ link in Event Posts is not functioning.
26 Apr 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.79
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.10-ac.3
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Favorite Apps | The ability to favorite applications is now available from the Apps page, enabling them to appear in a dedicated “Favorites” tab and within the App Links widget. |
| Mega Menu URL Enhancement | The Mega Menu now includes a URL field, which will serve as the designated landing page for its respective menu item. |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-52567 – A blank page was displayed when clicking an app link configured to open within the inline app.
9 Apr 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.78
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.10-ac.2
22 Mar 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.77
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.10-ac.1
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Microsoft SharePoint Federated Search | Federated Search is now available, enabling users to search for content across both Appspace and Microsoft SharePoint from a single interface. For example, a search query such as “Workplace Trends” will yield results from content accessible within Appspace as well as from configured SharePoint environments. Here are the key features:
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| Conversational AI for Employee Communications | This new feature significantly streamlines information discovery. It enables natural language queries to retrieve information from across all company resources. Whether seeking details on company policies or other specific information, inquiries can be directed to the AI. Leveraging its advanced search engine, the AI delivers the most relevant answers, accompanied by direct links for efficient access. Important This is an Appspace Limited Release feature. Contact your Appspace Customer Success Manager to be a part of this Limited Release program and enable this feature. |
| Topic Sitemap | A tree-structured sitemap has been implemented for topic pages, significantly enhancing user experience and navigation efficiency. This improvement allows administrators to configure the sitemap within the Topic’s settings, facilitating better organization and accessibility of content. |
| Document Library | The introduction of Document Libraries now enables administrators to organize and share files efficiently within communities. Similar to how the Media Library centralizes media assets, Document Libraries offer a dedicated repository for managing essential documents. This functionality supports the creation of folders, the upload of files in various formats, and the maintenance of a structured system for streamlined access within communities. |
| Mega Menu Functionality | The Mega Menu is an expanded dropdown navigation element that becomes accessible upon selecting a main navigation item within Appspace. Account owners possess the capability to configure this Mega Menu directly from the Admin View, by navigating to Settings > Configuration > Navigation.
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| Enhanced User Profile Interface | The user profile interface has undergone a comprehensive refresh, resulting in a more intuitive and organized design and layout.
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FIXED BUGS
- AP-51177 – Multiple UI issues in the Admin page prevent users from effectively managing Connections.
- AP-51179 – When accessing User Configuration > Connection Settings, users are unable to view long names properly, see more than 20 connectors, load the latest first, match the “SharePoint” label from Figma, or scroll to the last item on mobile.
- AP-51199 – Unable to interact with the Spotlight action in SharePoint integration due to UI issues.
- AP-51356 – The hero banner fails to appear on the Employee App if only media or web frame blocks are used, and it needs at least one “feeds” or “featured post” block to display.
- AP-51648 – Unable to scroll and view the contents of Columns 1 and 2 when the mega menu has 4 columns on Android and iOS.
8 Mar 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.76
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.6
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Event Post Enhancements | Enhancements have been made to Event posts to ensure the conference link, if provided, will now be included in the calendar invite (ICS file). |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-47849 – Switching locations in Places on the Employee App does not filter the resources of its selected location.
- AP-50695 – Feed notification level reverts to Highlight after a day.
- AP-50729 – In-app notifications disappear once the page is refreshed, or after logging in or out of the Employee App.
- AP-51016 – Unable to upload cover images for event postings.
22 Feb 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.75
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.5
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Remove Hero Banner Feature Flag | Account owners and location publishers can add and customize hero banners by configuring the theme in the admin view. |
| Enhanced User Settings | The design of the user settings page has been updated for a better experience. |
| Content Expiry Enhancement | Authors and co-authors will now receive an in-app notification seven days before a post is set to expire. In addition, an “Expiring Soon” indicator will appear on the article in both view and edit modes, visible to authors, co-authors, and administrators. |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-47849 – Switching locations in Places on the Employee App does not filter the resources of its selected location.
- AP-51016 – Unable to upload cover images for event postings.
7 Feb 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.74
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.4
FIXED BUGS
- AP-50494 – Scanning the QR code fails to launch the mobile app when the user is logged in.
- AP-50592 –The Visitor call to action image is missing from the UI.
- AP-50593 – Profile picture does not update after upload.
25 Jan 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.73
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.3
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Enhanced Post Visibility and Engagement Metrics | This release introduces two enhancements to improve post visibility and engagement tracking:
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| Enhanced Polls | Polls now display the total number of votes cast, even before you participate! This enhancement promotes transparency and encourages participation by providing immediate insight into the poll’s current standing. |
| Employee App Sharebox Improvements | Event organizers can now enrich their event announcements and updates by attaching media directly to the Sharebox. This enhancement allows for greater flexibility and visual appeal when communicating event details, schedules, and other relevant information. |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-47853 – Incorrect display of expand and hide arrow direction within the Visitors UI.
- AP-49552 – Pressing the Back button does not prompt the “Unsaved changes” message in Reservations and Visitors.
11 Jan 2025, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.72
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.2
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Employee App Renaming | The term “Employee App” has been replaced with more general terminology across the Appspace platform. This change reflects the platform’s broader capabilities and its ability to support a wider range of users and use cases beyond just employee communication. |
| Ignite Engaging Discussions with the New “Questions” Post Type | Introducing a dynamic new way to foster interaction and knowledge sharing within your Appspace communities. The “Questions” post type empowers users to pose questions, provide answers, and participate in vibrant discussions. Key Features:
This enhancement elevates community engagement and transforms the way your teams collaborate and learn. |
| Engagement Analytics | Gain deeper insights into user engagement with enhanced filtering options in Analytics. You can now filter data by:
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FIXED BUGS
- AP-49167 – Placeholder text fails to reappear once cleared from input fields.
- AP-49494 – Country flag image does not display in dropdown list when searching for user’s country code phone number on iOS devices.
Employee App for Mobile 8.71
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.9-ac.1
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Engagement Analytics | In today’s dynamic corporate landscape, understanding and optimizing communication effectiveness is paramount. Engagement Analytics provides the insights you need to foster a more connected, informed, and engaged workforce.
This sophisticated analytics system caters to various user roles, from content creators and location publishers to account administrators. Our intuitive dashboards leverage data on user engagement, content interaction, and community sentiment, empowering you to:
Engagement Analytics adheres to stringent data protection regulations like GDPR and HIPAA, ensuring the trust and security of your data. Through a phased rollout, we’ll start with basic engagement metrics and gradually introduce more complex analytical tools, allowing for smooth adoption and maximizing the utility of data insights. This strategic enhancement empowers organizations to harness the full potential of their internal communications, driving better business outcomes and fostering a more connected corporate environment. |
| Introducing Location Staging: Control User Visibility | This release introduces the ability to stage locations, empowering administrators to control which locations are visible to specific users or user groups. This feature enhances privacy and organization by allowing you to hide locations that are under development, undergoing maintenance, or not relevant to certain user roles. |
FIXED BUGS
- AP-48563 – Channel UI issues, where the More dropdown list is hidden behind the sharebox.
- AP-48901 – Link Tiles fails to launch URLs in the external browser when “Open in new tab” is configured.
- AP-48953 – User is redirected back to the Sign In with Custom Domain screen, after logging in via custom domain.
- AP-48977 – Analytic charts and graphs do not follow the theme colors on the mobile app.
- AP–48985 – Incorrect Community action buttons displayed on the mobile app.
23 Nov 2024, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.70
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.8-ac.5
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Quick Posts: Polls | Introducing Polls for Quick Posts, designed to enhance user engagement and collaboration. This feature allows administrators to quickly create ad hoc polls using quick post capabilities, making it easy to gather feedback and opinions from users. |
| Engagement Prompt | Introducing “Engagement Prompts,” a new notification type designed to increase user interaction within the Employee mobile app. These targeted push notifications remind users to log in and engage with content relevant to their interests. |
| Navigation Menu | The Navigation Bar now dynamically displays menu items based on available space and the maximum number of primary items configured in the theme settings. This ensures a more flexible and adaptable navigation experience, with any remaining items conveniently grouped under “More.” |
9 Nov 2024, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.69
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.8-ac.4
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description |
| Spotlight Search | The Spotlight Search feature enables users to quickly locate desired content. The search results highlight keywords, making it a powerful tool for efficient information retrieval. |
| Refresh Functionality | Refresh the home page on your mobile device with a simple pull-down gesture. |
26 Oct 2024, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.68
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.8-ac.3
FIXED BUGS
- AP-47725 – The Bell icon for in-app notifications disappears once clicked.
- AP-47833 – UI issues in the event creation modal, causing the modal’s components to shift to the right when selecting a time.
- AP-47849 – In Places, changing the Employee App location does not restrict the displayed resources to those within the newly selected location.
- AP-47850 – Uploaded audio files display as a blank thumbnail on the Employee App.
- AP-47852 – In the Concierge module, the search results dropdown overlaps with the timeline view.
- AP-47853 – UI issues in the Visitor module, where the expand/collapse arrows are incorrectly displayed.
- AP-48141 – The “Add to Calendar” confirmation message prematurely closes before the user can interact with it.
RESOLVED ESCALATIONS
- AE-11289 – In-app browser issues when clicking the hyperlinks within posts on the Employee App on iOS devices.
12 Oct 2024, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.67
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.8-ac.2
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description | Impact/Outcome |
| Updated Videos UI Selection | The updated Videos section in the Employee App features a fresh, user-friendly design and powerful enhancements to elevate your viewing experience. Easily discover and enjoy the content you need with intuitive navigation and a dedicated search bar. Quickly find videos using the new search bar, filter your “My Videos” for personalized content, and stay up-to-date with sorting options like “Recent” and “Popular.” | |
| In-App Notifications update | In this latest update, In-App Notifications ensures employees will never miss an important announcement or an engaging discussion again. By setting the feed notification level to “All”, employees will receive timely updates directly within the Appspace App whenever new content is published. | |
| Quick Posts – Mentions | The Global Mentions feature in the Employee App, is designed to revolutionize interconnectivity and reference capabilities. This enhancement allows employees to seamlessly mention colleagues not only in comments but also within posts, pages, stories, and resources, significantly improving collaboration and communication across the platform. The Global Mentions feature ensures a unified user experience, making it easier for users to connect and engage with colleagues across various contexts and content types. The Global Mentions feature has been extended to enable users to tag the following in the Comments, Sharebox, Page, and Stories within the Employee App:
This feature was released as part of the Cygnus 8.7-ac.6 interim release. |
28 Sept 2024, Saturday
Employee App for Mobile 8.66
This automated release repackages features from Appspace 8.8-ac.1
NEW FEATURES & IMPROVEMENTS
| Features | Description | Impact/Outcome |
| Employee Communication Engagement | Aimed at significantly boosting user interaction and content organization, this initiative introduces three new features, capitalizing on the rising popularity of Communities.
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| Translation Improvements | Translations now allow users to translate user-generated content and comments directly within the platform, fostering a more inclusive and collaborative environment within the workspace. Supports the following user-generated content:
Supports user comments on all post types. |