Old Version
Archive of Awesomeness
Welcome to the ultimate archive of Instander APK’s journey! This page will help you understand the growth and evolution of Instander through each update. If you have been using the app for a while and want to explore older versions, or if you are new and excited to see how the app has evolved, we have everything you need.
Why Old versions, you ask?
Because sometimes, the beauty lies in the journey rather than the destination. Every version has its own special appeal and enhancements, making it popular among Instagram fans. If you want to explore a function that used to be revolutionary or you’re interested in the development of Instander, this article is the perfect place to start.
Let’s jump right in and reminisce with Instander. Whether you are a dedicated follower or a fresh user interested in the app’s origins, there is content for all. Uncover the treasures of Instander’s past, one exceptional iteration at a time, and witness how each advancement nudged us towards the amazing app we adore today.
Embracing the Beta: Instander Version 18
Meet the public beta version of Instander 18, a milestone release that comes after significant effort and development. After a lengthy break, many things have been different. The design and reasoning have been revamped, and the update script has been entirely reworked. However, bear in mind that this is simply a beta edition. Although it is filled with fresh characteristics, it may also contain its own set of flaws and errors. If you aren’t prepared to handle potential problems, you may prefer to wait for the official release.
Key considerations to keep in mind prior to starting:
Beta Nature: This is a beta version, so expect some errors. Use the “Instander Issues” section in settings to report any bugs. Please use the provided form for error reporting—no private messages or chats.
- Known Issues: A list of known errors is available here. Check it out before diving in.
- Language and Translation: Only English is supported for settings and features. If you want to help with translations, there’s a “Translate” tab in settings.
- No Clone Version: Cloning will be available only after the release. Please refrain from requesting it.
- Change Log: Due to extensive updates, there’s no detailed change log. Dive in and explore the numerous enhancements.
As we look ahead, the development of new versions of Instander promises to bring even more enhancements and user-centric features. Continuous dedication to improving the app guarantees that every update is based on a solid framework of stability, creativity, and input from users. Here is what you can anticipate in the upcoming time:
Improved User Interface: Upcoming updates will further enhance the user interface, making it easier to use and more intuitive.
Anticipate innovative features in Instagram that will improve your experience, like advanced privacy settings, improved media functions, and additional enhancements.
Consistency and Efficiency: Anticipate enhancements in stability and performance with every update to guarantee a seamless and dependable experience.
Community Engagement: The development team is dedicated to involving the user community in order to gather feedback and suggestions, ensuring that Instander progresses in a manner that aligns with the needs and desires of its users.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Monet Theme: Introduced the Monet theme for devices running Android 12 and above.
- Disable Monet Theme: Added an option to disable the Monet theme.
Bug Fixes
- Feed Loading: Fixed issues with feed loading on some devices.
- Reels Download Button: Resolved problems with the Reels download button.
- Font Fixes: Corrected issues with Alte and Hoefler New fonts.
Improvements
- Target SDK: Updated the target SDK to version 33.
- App Icon: Changed the app icon for the clone version.
- Translations: Updated several translations. Thank you to everyone who contributed!
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New Feature (Unclone)
- 60-Second Stories: Now you can create and share 60-second Stories.
Bug Fixes
- Download Button: Fixed the download button issue in the three dots menu.
- MobileConfig Updater: Resolved issues with the MobileConfig updater.
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Updates and New Features (Unclone)
- Instagram Version Update: Upgraded to Instagram version 263.2.0.19.104.
- Minimum Requirements: Updated minimum requirements to Android 9+ and ARM64-v8a.
- Reels Scrubber: Introduced a scrubber feature for Reels.
- Live Badge: Added a badge to indicate when watching a Live video.
- Story Fonts: Added new fonts for Stories.
- New Translations: Added support for Arabic, Armenian, Belarusian, Dutch, French, German, Hebrew, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Kazakh, Korean, Malayalam, Polish, Spanish, and Turkish.
Bug Fixes
- Script Font Fix: Corrected issues with the script font for “Ґґ, Єє, Іі, Її”.
- General Bug Fixes: Resolved various bugs related to user interventions.
Removed Features
- Monet Theme: Removed Monet theme for SDK 31+ (to be reintroduced in a future update).
- In-App Lock: Removed due to unfixable vulnerabilities.
- Video Scrubber: Removed the video scrubber feature.
- Mark as Read: Removed the “Mark as read” feature.
- Backup Settings: Removed the Instander Backup Settings option.
- Feed Download Button: Download button in the feed removed (now available only in the three dots menu).
- Ghost Mode Message: Removed the message when connecting to a Live video in Ghost Mode.
- Gestures: Removed long-press and triple-press gestures.
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Updates and New Features (Unclone)
- Instagram Version Update: Migrated to Instagram version 232.0.0.16.114.
- Monet Color Scheme: Added support for Android 12 and above.
- Animated Splash Screen: Introduced animated splash screen for Android 12 and above.
- Themed Icon: Added support for themed icons on Android 13 and above.
- In-App Lock (Beta): New in-app lock feature added.
- 60-Second Stories: Now you can post 60-second stories.
- Developer Mode Decoder: Added MobileConfig decoder for developer mode.
- New font: Instander Sans, introduced with compatibility for Latin, Cyrillic, Thai, Tamil, and Persian writing systems.
- Download Button: Added a download button to the three dots menu.
- Hide Download Feed Button: Option to hide the download feed button.
- Selective Biography: Added the ability to select parts of your biography in your profile.
Design and Interface Improvements
- Instander Menu: Redesigned the Instander menu for a better user experience.
- Dialogs: Redesigned all dialogs.
- Toast Messages: Redesigned all toast messages.
Bug Fixes and Performance
- Auto OTA Feature: Fixed the Auto OTA feature, so the progress dialog no longer appears when opening the application.
- Code Reorganization: Reorganized nearly all the code for improved performance.
Language Support
- Spanish Language: Added support for the Spanish language.
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Donation Options Update (Unclone)
- Removed certain payment systems from the list of donation methods due to new blocking restrictions.
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Bug Fixes (Unclone)
- Addressed a random crash issue on Samsung devices running One UI 4.
- Fixed a crash that occurred when using the “Mark as read” feature on certain phones.
Improvements
- Rebuilt the application using the latest development tools for enhanced performance and stability.
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Updates for XE Version Upgraders (Unclone)
- Disabled the snow effect for users who have upgraded from the XE version.
Bug Fixes
- Resolved an issue causing random application crashes on certain phone models.
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New Features (Unclone)
- IGTV Download Option: You can now download IGTV videos directly within the app.
- Mark as Read: Mark your Direct messages as read for better organization and communication.
- Quick Activation: “Don’t Mark Direct as Read” Press and hold the Direct button to quickly toggle the “Don’t mark Direct as read” setting.
- Auto-Flipping Stories Toggle: Turn off auto-flipping of Stories for more control over your viewing experience.
- Instander Settings Backups: Enjoy peace of mind with automatic backups of your Instander settings.
- Instander Menu: Access the Instander menu for convenient options such as downloading, previewing, and direct linking to posts.
Fixes and Improvements
- Avatar Zoom Fix: Fixed the issue with zooming on avatars for smoother navigation.
- Account Type Change Correction: Resolved issues with changing account types within the app.
- Ads Switch Fix: Fixed the functionality of the ads switch for better ad management.
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Updates and Changes (Unclone)
- Removed PayPal: The PayPal donation link has been removed from the app.
- New Stickers Added: Added the Link sticker and the Add Yours sticker for more creative expression.
- Video Scrubber: The “Video scrubber” feature is now enabled by default for all users.
Removals and Temporarily Unavailable Features
- Removed Video Scrubber: The option to toggle the “Video scrubber” feature has been removed from the settings.
- Temporary Suspension of “Mark as Read”: The “Mark as read” feature in Direct messages has been temporarily suspended.
- Temporary Suspension : Downloading IGTV videos has been temporarily disabled.
Important Note
- Ads in “Old Posts”: Please note that advertisements may appear in “Old Posts” sections.
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Fixes and Improvements (Unclone)
- Comment Action Buttons: Resolved issues with action buttons in the comments section.
- Notification Crash Fix: Fixed application crashes caused by notifications.
- Direct Message Crash Fix: Addressed crashes occurring when entering Direct messages.
- Profile Photo Navigation: Fixed the issue when switching to the first photo in a profile.
- Comment Pin Icon: Corrected the pin icon display in comments.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Animated Splash: Introducing a new animated splash screen designed specifically for Android 12 users.
- Instander Team Menu: A new menu has been added, showcasing the Instander Team.
Fixes and Improvements
- Ad Display Issues Resolved: Fixed problems with ad displays to enhance user experience.
- Subscription and Like Errors Fixed: Addressed errors related to subscriptions and likes for more reliable notifications.
- Reels and IGTV in Stories: You can now seamlessly add Reels and IGTV videos to your Stories.
- High-Quality Photo Fix: Ensured that photos are displayed and saved at maximum quality.
- Action Buttons in Comments: Fixed issues with action buttons in comments for smoother interaction.
- Download Button in Stories: Resolved the problem with the download button in your Stories, making it functional again.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Video Scrubber Added: Easily navigate through videos with the new video scrubber in settings.
- New Donation Options: You can now donate using PayPal and Tinkoff, both added to the donation menu.
Enhancements
- Improved: The features for copying and translating comments have been revamped and are now accessible via the Misc/Additional menu for comments.
- Enhanced Stories: We’ve made improvements to boost the quality and experience of Stories.
- Increased Character Limit: You can now copy up to 5000 characters from comments or posts.
Fixes and Optimizations
- Fixed Live Broadcasts: Issues with watching live broadcasts have been resolved.
- Instander Code Optimization: The Instander code has been optimized for better performance.
- Crash Fixes: Numerous crashes have been fixed for a smoother user experience.
Removed Features
- Unmutual Followers: This feature has been removed due to changes in the Instagram API, making it non-functional.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Ethereum Donations: You can now make donations using Ethereum.
- Russian OTA Changelog: From version 12.1 onwards, the changelog is available in Russian for our Russian-speaking users.
Fixes
- Media Download Fix: Resolved issues with downloading media on certain devices.
Enhancements
- Default Download Path Changed: The default download path is now set to /Pictures/Instander for better organization.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Download IGTV: You can now download IGTV videos directly to your device.
- Social Networks Menu: Access the official Instander pages on Telegram, Instagram, and Subreddit through the new social networks menu.
Enhancements
- Improved Photo Quality: Photo quality improvements have been revamped for better clarity and detail.
Fixes
- Font Fixes: Corrected issues with symbols like ad, ag, ah, and others in the last font.
- Theme Coloring Fixes: Resolved issues with theme coloring, including global black themes on MIUI, FlymeOS, and similar interfaces.
- Threads on Profile: Fixed the problem with threads appearing on profiles.
- Complaint Crash Fix: Fixed the app crashing issue when attempting to file a complaint.
Removed
- Splunk MINT Crashlytics: Removed Splunk MINT Crashlytics for a smoother experience.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Fullscreen Stories Added: Now you can enjoy your stories in fullscreen mode for a more immersive experience.
Fixes and Enhancements
- Instander Settings Crash Fix: Resolved the issue causing crashes in Instander Settings on various devices.
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New and Reintroduced Features (Unclone)
- Unmutual Followers Re-added: The Unmutual Followers feature is back, allowing you to see followers who don’t follow you back.
Fixes and Enhancements
- Modern Font Fix: Fixed issues with the Modern font for Cyrillic characters Д, Л, and Ё.
- Story Quality Remade: We’ve revamped the quality of Stories for a better viewing experience.
- IGTV Quality Remade: Enjoy improved IGTV video quality with our latest update.
- Covid-19 Information Disabled: Information related to Covid-19 has been disabled to streamline your feed.
- Info Button Removed: The info button in the Unmutual Followers section has been removed for a cleaner interface.
Fun Additions
- New Easter Egg: Keep an eye out for a small, fun surprise hidden in the app!
General Improvements
- Multiple Fixes and Optimizations: Numerous fixes and optimizations have been made for enhanced performance and stability.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Enjoy an enhanced Reels experience with this new feature.
- Discover our latest font addition, now listed at the end of the font options.
- Easily translate comments with this newly added functionality.
Features Removed
- Unmutual Followers: Removed due to significant account limitations, ensuring a smoother and safer user experience.
- Fullscreen Stories: This feature has been discontinued.
- Don’t Crop Stories: No longer available.
Fixes and Improvements
- Android 5.1 Installation Fix: Resolved installation issues for devices running Android 5.1.
- General Enhancements: Implemented various fixes and optimizations for better performance and stability.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Unmutual Followers: Discover who doesn’t follow you back with the new Unmutual Followers feature. Simply long-press on the activity tab to launch it. For guidance, refer to the tooltip in the upper right corner after the first launch.
- Mark as Read in Direct: Keep your Direct messages organized by marking them as read.
- Hide View Live Stream: Enjoy a clutter-free feed by hiding the “View Live Stream” option.
- Stories Autoplay with Sound: Experience Stories with sound automatically enabled for a more immersive viewing experience.
- Monobank Donation Option: Support the development of Instander by donating through Monobank.
Donation Menu Updates:
- Removed Donation Options: Privat24 and PayPal have been removed from the donation menu due to deactivation and blocking, respectively.
Redesign and Fixes:
- Redesigned Instander Menu: The Instander Menu has been redesigned, offering a refreshed look and feel.
- Instagram Bug Fixes: Addressed Instagram bugs related to black (transparent) display of some icons and incorrect markup of certain elements.
Optimization and Improvements:
- Numerous improvements and enhancements have been made to boost the app’s overall performance and stability.
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New Features (Unclone)
FollowsYou Indicator: Easily spot accounts that follow you with the new FollowsYou indicator, simplifying your interactions on Instagram.
Custom Download Folder: Tailor your download experience by setting a specific path to your preferred download folder, keeping your downloaded content organized.
Improved photo enhancements: Result in clearer and more vivid images, ensuring your posts stand out on your feed with increased brightness.
Enhanced Story Quality: Improve your storytelling with enhanced Stories quality, guaranteeing your moments are conveyed clearly and with attention to detail.
Redesigned Menus: Verification Menu: Enjoy a redesigned verification menu for effortless navigation and access to account verification options.
Acknowledgment Menu: Experience a revamped acknowledgment menu for smoother functionality and user interaction.
Portrait Orientation for Settings: Instander settings now seamlessly transition to portrait orientation, offering a consistent and intuitive interface.
Bug Fixes and Optimization:
Photo Quality Fix: Addressed issues with photo quality to ensure consistently high-quality images.
Optimization and Code Cleaning: Streamlined the app and cleaned up code for enhanced performance and stability.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Experimental Quality Enhancement: Users can now experiment with settings to improve the quality of IGTV and Reels content, offering a more engaging viewing experience.
Bug Fixes:
- Improved Stories Quality: Resolved issues affecting the quality of Stories, ensuring clear and crisp visuals.
- Corrected Ads Display: Fixed bugs causing inconsistencies in ad display, ensuring they appear correctly.
- Enhanced Highlight Menu: Addressed issues with the Highlight menu for smoother functionality and navigation.
- Accurate Seen Message Status: Fixed bugs causing inaccuracies in the seen message status, providing users with reliable message tracking.
Translations:
- Added support for additional languages to enhance accessibility and inclusivity:
- Turkish
- Spanish
- Brazilian Portuguese
- Ukrainian
- Kazakh
- Italian
- Indonesian
- Hindi
- Hebrew
- Greek
- Chinese Traditional
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New Features (Unclone)
- Introducing “Don’t crop Stories” and “Full-screen Stories” options for enhanced story viewing.
- Now you can save self-destructing photos for later viewing.
- Easily save photos directly from Direct messages for quick access.
- Download Reels videos to watch or share with friends.
- Add a bio that reflects your personality with the new selectable bio feature.
Removed Feature:
- The option to copy the bio by tapping on it has been removed.
Bug Fixes:
- Addressed issues with listening to voice messages, selfie-stickers, and posting videos for smoother usage.
- Resolved high CPU and fast battery usage problems to improve device performance.
- Fixed the share QR-Code feature for seamless sharing.
- Splash screen now features a white navigation bar for a cohesive look.
Design Enhancements:
- Enjoy a fresh new design across the app for a modern and visually appealing experience.
- Experience a revamped design for the Instander Settings, making it easier to navigate and customize your preferences.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Instander Menu: Introducing a new menu feature called Instander, which offers options to download, preview, share a direct link to the file, and copy the direct link to the file. This adds convenience and versatility to file management within the app.
Visual Enhancements:
- Experience a sleek black splash screen when using the night theme, enhancing the overall aesthetic and improving visual consistency.
Bug Fixes:
- Resolved issues with the setCanceledOnTouchOutside functionality, ensuring smoother user interaction and a more reliable app experience.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Introducing zoom functionality for photos – simply long-tap to zoom in for a closer look.
Bug Fixes:
- Addressed issues causing high CPU and fast battery drain, resulting in improved device performance and longevity.
- Resolved crashes specifically occurring on MIUI devices.
- Fixed translation errors to ensure accurate and clear language across the app.
- Notifications in the clone version have been fixed to ensure consistent delivery and functionality.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Copy a user’s biography by long-tapping on it for quick sharing or reference.
- Easily copy comments and post descriptions to share or save them.
Bug Fixes:
- Resolved issues with all masks for a smoother experience.
- Implemented a new OTA version check for seamless updates.
- Addressed high CPU and fast battery usage for improved device performance.
- Fixed crashes that occurred when listening to a voice message before it was sent.
- Fixed crashes that occurred when uploading videos in the feed.
Enhancements:
- Improved the user experience by displaying “Searching for updates…” instead of “Loading…” when starting the application.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Hide liked posts to tidy up your feed and focus on fresh content.
- Toggle video auto-play for greater control over your browsing experience.
- Conceal recommended friends to tailor your feed to your preferences.
- Effortlessly browse the app by using swipe gestures.
Improvements:
- Toast notifications for “Latest version” and “Error” are now suppressed when entering the app with OTA updates enabled.
- Addressed errors with AdsFree functionality for smoother usage.
- Resolved issues with the maximum width in the feed, ensuring a more consistent and visually appealing layout.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Improved story quality to 12 Mbps for a clearer viewing experience.
- Now you can enjoy Instagram music within the app.
- Integrated Splunk Mint (Crashlytics) for better crash reporting.
- Enhanced photo quality to 95% JPEG for sharper images.
- Introduced “Ghost Mode” for added privacy.
- Added automatic OTA update checks for convenience.
Fixes:
- Resolved the issue with the RTL (Right-to-Left) download button.
- Fixed various issues with Threads and Direct messages.
- Corrected problems with verification info display.
- Addressed Threads display in user profiles.
Improvements:
- Revamped the download dialog for better usability.
Features Removed:
- Removed “FollowsYou”, clickable links, selectable bio, copy comments, mark as read, hide liked posts, auto play, and recommended friends features.
General Enhancements:
- Implemented various bug fixes and optimizations to enhance overall performance.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Long tap to download avatars.
- “Mark as read” option added to notifications.
- Welcome message for new users.
- IGTV video download capability.
- Verification info accessible on a web page.
Improvements:
- Redesigned swipe navigation for a smoother experience.
- Fixed the “Download this pic” feature.
- Introduced a new meme font: Chalkboard SE Bold.
- Corrected default states.
- Fixed the PayPal integration.
Translations:
- New Languages Added: Arabic, Belarusian, Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Croatian, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Kazakh, Persian, Romanian, Uzbek.
- Existing Translations Updated: French, German, Italian, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, Ukrainian.
General Enhancements:
- Various bug fixes and performance optimizations.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Integrated ACRA (Application Crash Reports for Android) for better crash reporting.
Translations:
- Added a Japanese translation.
- Updated the Polish translation.
Fixes:
- Resolved Facebook authorization issues.
- Fixed video rewind functionality.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Added display of mutual subscriptions on user profiles.
- Added clickable links.
Font and Text Improvements:
- Fixed issues with the classic text tool.
- Fixed the neon font display.
Translations:
- Added new translations: Chinese (Simplified and Traditional), Italian, French, Spanish, and Polish.
General Updates:
- Various bug fixes and optimizations for better performance.
Fixes and Enhancements:
- Fixed server address issues for verification checkboxes.
- Removed the old story enhancement method.
- Fixed Facebook authorization problems.
- Removed ads from the Explore section.
- Enabled video rewind by default.
- Centered the Instagram logo.
- Cleaned up unused code.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Introduced Instagram Reels.
- Bio text is now selectable.
- Added the option to disable swipe navigation.
Font Updates:
- New and updated fonts: modern, neon, highlight, typewriter, strong, meme, elegant, and directional.
Improvements:
- Reorganized the Instander Settings for better navigation.
- Added new translations: Ukrainian, Arabic, German, Brazilian Portuguese, and Turkish.
General Enhancements:
- Various bug fixes and optimizations for improved performance.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Added an option to disable the in-app browser.
- You can now copy comments by right-clicking.
- Introduced a “Don’t crop stories” feature.
Improvements:
- The “Max Quality Media” setting has been moved to the Feed Menu.
- General bug fixes and optimizations for smoother performance.
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New Features (Unclone)
- Added support for OTA updates.
- Introduced a new Neon font: Nickainley.
Fixes:
- Resolved Facebook authorization issues.
- Fixed the long tap issue on avatars.
- Corrected the display of ads.
Translations:
- Added Brazilian Portuguese translation (Thanks to Shelby).
- Added Ukrainian translation (Thanks to the_dise).
Known Bugs:
- The “Download this image” feature currently only downloads the first image.
- Users are unable to set a specific download folder.
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New Features (Unclone)
- You can now upload photos in 95% JPEG quality.
- Added a “Do not type” option in Direct messages.
- Introduced new Cyrillic fonts for Stories:
- Typewriter: Using Nimbus Mono Font.
- Modern: Using Aveny-T by the_dise.
- Neon: Using Sacramento Font.
Improvements:
- Fixed the QIWI link issue.
- Added a working PayPal link.
- Resolved problems with the highlight menu.
Known Bugs:
- “Download this image” function only downloads the first image in a set.
- Users cannot set a specific download folder.