Hey there! Meet Chums 1.0.28!

We've supercharged our app to make it even more user-friendly:

? Revamped login and registration screen: Now you can see the main servers right away and easily find any of the 9000+ Matrix servers worldwide! ???

? Want to add your server to the whitelist? Drop us a line in our support group!

? Bug fix: No more line break resets when tagging. Tag your friends hassle-free!

Don't forget to update to the latest version:
? Google Play
? App Store
? Direct link to APK download

Stay awesome, Chumsies! ?

✨ Three Servers, One Web3 Experience

Hey Chumsies! ?

We've got some exciting updates for you:

? Our homeserver chums.chat now supports all Web3 functions including NFT mechanics!
? Push Notifications Fixed: We've resolved the issue where some users weren't receiving push notifications. Now you won't miss a beat!

The result? Three servers, one seamless Web3 experience! ? You can enjoy all features on • chums.chat • everscale.chat • venom.fan
Use whichever you prefer!

Stay awesome! ?

Hey Community! ?
We’re excited to bring you release 1.0.26, loaded with new features and updates!

Let’s get straight to the highlights.

First off, for our homeserver users at chums.chat, you’ll find a Wallet tab! And guess what? NFT features are on their way!

For external servers (not part of our web3 federation), we've added new capabilities:
✉️ Email verification for registration and login
? Single sign-on, allowing you to log in using your existing accounts like Google, GitHub, Facebook, GitLab, and others
? CAPTCHA verification for extra security

We’ve also squashed some bugs and made tweaks:
? Fixed a bug where reply references disappeared when editing messages
? Resolved an issue causing unnecessary redirection to notification settings
? Renamed "Bridge" tab to "Channels"

Ready to update? Grab the latest version here:
? Google Play
? App Store
? Direct link to APK download

Stick with us for more updates and be the first to know about our new features! ?

*? New in Chums: Update 1.0.20*

Hey there! We've got some exciting updates for you in this latest release:

? Backup Seed Phrase Update: We no longer prompt you to backup your seed phrase on the server. We're working on a feature that will allow you to securely store your seed phrase directly on your device.
? Evername Fix: We fixed the display issues for both Web2 and torrent sites within the browser when using Evername.
? Image Reply Fix: Previously, replying to a message with an image would only show the image without the original message. This bug is squashed! Now, both the image and the original message will be displayed correctly.
? Link Display in Chats: HTTP and HTTPS links now clearly display in your chats, making it easier to identify and click on them.
? Browser Background Improvements: Browser pages now default to a white background, regardless of the theme. This prevents readability issues with black font on dark themes.
⌨️ Long Tap Fix: Fixed the issue where the keyboard wouldn't disappear when long-tapping on a message. Now, long-tap without the keyboard getting in the way.
? Focus After Sending Messages: Sending a message no longer loses focus on the input field. Keep typing seamlessly!
? Improved Message Quoting: Clicking on a quoted message now correctly scrolls to the original message, centering it on your screen for better context.
? Multi-Account Support: A new experimental feature in your profile now allows you to connect multiple accounts, regardless of the server where they were created.

For help or to share your feedback, join our support chat: Support Chat. We’re always here and love hearing from you!

Hey Chumsies! ?

Half a year has zoomed by since we unleashed Chums into the app stores. Feels like just yesterday, doesn’t it? Let's hit the rewind button and dive into the wild ride we’ve been on together. Buckle up, it’s story time! ?

In January, Chums launched quietly but with a strong foundation. From day one, users could enjoy encrypted messaging ? and seamless integration with Matrix servers. On top of basic communication features, we introduced Web3 capabilities like seed phrase management and balance displays, thanks to our initial integration with Everscale and Ethereum blockchains ?. January also saw us implementing inscriptions ✍️, a feature enhancing direct interaction with blockchain elements within Chums. While ironing out early bugs, our team worked diligently to stabilize and optimize the platform, ensuring a smoother experience for our early adopters.

Then came February, and we rolled out a dark theme for those late-night sessions ?, along with major bug fixes and performance boosts ⚡️. In March, it was all about federated rooms, ensuring they worked seamlessly with NFT access. Transaction fees were introduced to support our small team ?. Deep links were added, making it easier to jump straight into specific parts of the app ?. We also implemented classic chat features like message editing and reactions ?. Chatting is crucial, and there are important updates coming soon!

April and May brought some major updates, especially with decentralized websites ?. We integrated our browser with Evername, letting you host your site directly on the blockchain. This also allowed us to launch a donation site for Chums—huge thanks for your support ?! Using the same tech, we created a Web3 channel for Chums. When a post goes live on the blockchain, it echoes to all our subscribers in a private room within Chums ?.

We also linked your Chums profile with .ever domains, so you can be found on any server with your Evername. Push notifications ? got a boost too—they now include message text to keep you updated. Additionally, we made numerous small improvements ✨, such as improving the handling of unsent messages, and overall worked on enhancing the UI/UX to keep everything smooth and user-friendly.

June is here, and that means it's crunch time for us to hit all our Q2 roadmap goals ?. Everything is moving along nicely, and we've got a new update dropping any day now, featuring a super exciting beta feature ?. We're going to need your help to test it out and make sure it's rock solid.

Thanks for sticking with us! Your support keeps us motivated to create awesome things ?.

Version 1.0.19 is Live!
We’ve got some fresh fixes and features for you:

? Internet Connection Bug Fix: We’ve resolved the issue with multiple notifications about lost internet connection. No more repetitive alerts!

? Enhanced Notifications: Now, notifications include information about the room and the message text. You can manage this option in your profile settings.

Join our support chat for help or to share your feedback. We’re always here and love hearing from you!

Version 1.0.15 is Live!

Good news, сhums! We're thrilled to announce the release new version! This update brings you a bunch of fixes and improvements to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable.

Here’s what’s new:
? Redesigned token transfer messages for clearer communication.
? Fixed the issue causing a delay with a black screen on some Android versions at startup.
? Now, when you send a picture with text, the picture gets sent first, followed by the text.
↩️ Changed the user flow so you won’t need to hit the back button after changing your name.
? You can now change your wallet picture! Customize it to your liking.
? Hiding your balance? Now it hides your token balances too, for added privacy.
?? Improved how reactions are removed – it's smoother and faster.
⏳ Removed the back button on screens with a spinner, for a cleaner look.
? Altered the display of deleted messages, keeping your chat neat.

Here’s to making our app more friendly and a lot more fun. Hop into our Support Chat!

Enjoy, and keep chumming! ?

P.S. This is our 14th release since we kicked off in January. We’ve been quick to adapt based on your feedback, rolling out crucial features that have been brewing and were just right to launch at the quarter's end. The next few updates are shaping up to be just as exciting.

And here's where it gets even better: the upcoming quarterly development will be driven by us together, our community. Your input is what shapes our journey forward. Thanks for being on this ride with us. Let’s keep making Chums awesome together! ?

Hey Community! ?

Guess what? Version 1.0.14 has just landed, and it's packed with many cool updates and fixes we're genuinely thrilled about. Let’s break it down:

? Decentralized Websites are Here
We’re kicking things off with something inspiring: integration of our browser with Evername. Now, you can easily upload your site to the blockchain and link it via Ever domains. Curious? Open the Chums browser and visit donate.chums.ever to see it in action. It's a big step towards more decentralized web access **?****.

? Stay Updated with Chums News
Keeping you in the loop is easier now with our news channel running on decentralized sites. Find all the latest updates by hitting the 'Bridges' tab. It’s your direct line to what’s happening in the Chums ecosystem.

Fixes and Tweaks
- We've fine-tuned our fee structure, ensuring that we take less than 0.1% per transaction. Stay tuned for an upcoming post with more details.
- Sending Evers to uninitialized addresses? It’s smooth sailing now.
- Unsent messages can now be swiftly deleted or resent. No fuss, no muss.

If you haven’t got Chums yet or need to update, here’s where you can grab it:
? Google Play
? App Store
? Direct link to APK download
Don’t forget, when registering or logging in, to specify the server address as everscale.chat. It’s a small step that ensures you’re right where all the action is. And hop into our Support Chat!

Stay in touch!

Hey folks! ?

We've been busy squashing some bugs ? and sprucing things up a bit. Here's a summary of version 1.0.13:

Bug Fixes
? Fixed the glitch where image previews could pop up while editing.
? Squashed the bug causing issues when trying to join a room after multiple join/leave.
? Group chat profiles now load faster. Zoom, zoom!
? When sending files, you'll now see a "not sent" status while it's uploading. No more guessing games!
? Missed our "No Internet" alert? It's back. If you open the app without an internet connection, you'll know.
? Fixed the bug preventing saving received images. Keep those memories!
✅ Last message not showing up in chat list? Consider it fixed.

Updates
? Fresh new look for the search on the homepage.
? System messages now come in a sleek design.
? ? ? You can now react to messages. Let the emoji games begin!
? Improved handling of commissions.

Remember to stay tuned and spread the word about our channel. Your support means the world to us! ❤️

Here are the links to download the app:
? Google Play
? App Store
? Direct link to APK download

Don't forget to select Server everscale.chat when setting up and hop into our Support Chat! :)

Catch you later!