August 21, 2026 · 4.0.2
Local models and Word Rover, upgraded
- Word Rover can now browse by semantic field
- Fixes a segmentation error when importing long articles
- Better battery life when running low
Release Notes
Every update, written down here.
New features, improvements, and fixes, listed one by one. The app checks for updates automatically, and you can always download the installer and install over the top.
Version History
Only major 4.x releases are listed. Minor security-fix versions are not recorded individually.
June 30, 2026 · 4.0
Model Center and automatic switching
- Adds Model Center, with one-click local model downloads
- Adds an Auto mode that switches based on network and battery
- Writing review now supports custom scoring dimensions
April 12, 2026 · 3.9
Battles and leaderboards
- Adds Friends Room and ranked seasons
- Missed questions enter your review queue automatically after a match
- The leaderboard can now be joined anonymously
February 8, 2026 · 3.8
Reading Flow, Rebuilt
- Article Capture text extraction accuracy raised to 98%
- Adds bulk web import
- Video subtitles can now be exported as text
How to Update
Two ways, take your pick. Neither affects your existing study data.
In-app update
Open Settings › About › Check for Updates, confirm, and it downloads and installs automatically. Restart to finish.
Manual install over the top
Get the latest .dmg from the download page and drag the app into Applications, replacing the old version.
Back up before a major upgrade
Settings › Data › Export Archive produces a complete local backup, including your word banks, articles, and review records.
What's Next
Where we're headed. This is not a commitment to ship dates.
iOS companion app
For reviewing in spare moments, sharing the same progress as the Mac app.
More languages
Beyond English, adding study material for Japanese and Spanish.
Collaborative study plans
Let groups set goals together and keep each other accountable.
Stay current
Upgrade to 4.0.2.
Includes the latest stability fixes and Word Rover improvements.