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Neue Features zur idgard® Android-App

Version Release Notes Type Release Date Red ID
3.6.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2025-03-31 IDGANDROID-173
3.6.0 Implemented retry mechanism for failed uploads

You can now view and retry uploads for files that failed to upload.
New 2025-03-31 IDGANDROID-177
3.5.0 Introduced Home Screen

We've just launched a new Home Screen to make sure the most important stuff is always right where you need it. The goal is simple: less digging around, more getting things done.

On the new Home Screen, you'll see three scrollable sections:

• Recents – your 10 most recently opened files.

• Favorites – your 10 favorite files.

• Boxes – your 10 most recently updated boxes.

We also upgraded search on the Home Screen. Now it looks through your locally cached metadata too, so you find what you need faster, even if you're offline.

Everything you use the most, all in one place — no extra taps required.
New 2025-02-26 IDGANDROID-141
3.5.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2025-02-26 IDGANDROID-161
3.5.0 Retiried Android 8 compatibility

Please be informed that with this version we retired support for Android 8 and 8.1.
Customization 2025-02-26 IDGANDROID-174
3.4.0 Introduced new Recent tab

You can now access all your recently opened files and notes in one convenient location: the Recent tab. Files and notes are sorted by how recently you accessed them, with the most recent items appearing at the top. This makes it quick and easy to find and reopen what you need, whenever you need it.
New 2024-12-11 IDGANDROID-117
3.4.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-12-11 IDGANDROID-157
3.3.0 Introduced SAML SSO Authentication

You can now get authenticated and use idgard Android app with your SAML SSO account.
New 2024-10-01 IDGANDROID-129
3.3.0 Improved Display for Ongoing Uploads

Now you can see and cancel ongoing uploads directly inside the folder where upload is happening.
Improvement 2024-10-01 IDGANDROID-142
3.3.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-10-01 IDGANDROID-153
3.3.0 Planned to stop support Android 8 and 8.1

We will stop support for Android 8 and 8.1 at the end of 2024. This is the reminder to update your device to the latest Android version.
Customization 2024-10-01 IDGANDROID-169
3.2.0 Improved File Sharing with idgard

You can now easily authenticate with biometrics or your password when sharing files to idgard without interrupting the flow. Additionally, any text shared to idgard will be uploaded as a text file to your selected location.
Improvement 2024-07-17 IDGANDROID-143
3.2.0 Introduced Grid view

The grid view makes better use of the larger screen space compared to the list view. So you can now have more Boxes, Files and other items visible on your Tablet by default.
Improvement 2024-07-17 IDGANDROID-145
3.2.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-07-17 IDGANDROID-149
3.1.0 Added Reply functionality for Notes

You can now conveniently reply to the note within the idgard Android app.
New 2024-06-12 IDGANDROID-130
3.1.0 Added support for Company Logo and Color Theme

We've implemented color and logo customization, so that you can use idgard Android app with the color theme and logo of your company.
New 2024-06-12 IDGANDROID-131
3.1.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-06-12 IDGANDROID-139
3.0.0 Extended Search in idgard

Search effortlessly for any Box, File, Folder, or Note using a single search bar, eliminating the need for unnecessary navigation.
New 2024-04-12 IDGANDROID-80
3.0.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-04-12 IDGANDROID-135
3.0.0 Improved Look & Feel of the app

We've taken significant steps to modernize the look and feel of idgard Android app, meticulously aligning with the latest Android UI guidelines and standards.
Improvement 2024-04-12 IDGANDROID-166
2.9.1 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-03-01 IDGANDROID-165
2.9.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2024-02-14 IDGANDROID-126
2.9.0 Added antivirus scan information and handling

An icon now indicates the antivirus scan information for each of your files. Additionally, we've added dialogues for opening files that are being processed by the antivirus scan, or were caught as infected.
New 2024-02-14 IDGANDROID-128
2.8.0 Improved performance of box opening

Opening a box is now much faster than before, particularly if the box has a large amount of files and folders.
Improvement 2023-12-04 IDGANDROID-73
2.8.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-12-04 IDGANDROID-122
2.8.0 Implemented Biometric Reauthentication

You can now perform quick biometric reauthentication when your session expires, allowing you to stay on the current screen and resume activities without interruption.
Improvement 2023-12-04 IDGANDROID-127
2.7.0 Introduced Dark Mode

Here comes the much-awaited Dark Mode feature, designed to enhance your user experience. With Dark Mode, you can now enjoy a visually appealing and comfortable app interface, especially in low-light environments.

Dark Mode not only reduces eye strain but also conserves battery life on OLED displays. By reducing the emission of bright light, this feature allows for extended app usage with minimal impact on battery consumption.

Dark mode will be available in Android version 10 and above.
New 2023-09-27 IDGANDROID-63
2.7.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-09-27 IDGANDROID-116
2.6.0 Introduced Help & Feedback Screen

We've implemented a new Help & Feedback screen with the primary objective of elevating your user experience. This enhancement ensures streamlined access to support resources and facilitates seamless feedback submission. You can conveniently access the Help & Feedback screen directly from the Side bar.
New 2023-08-30 IDGANDROID-74
2.6.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-08-30 IDGANDROID-114
2.5.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-07-07 IDGANDROID-111
2.4.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-04-28 IDGANDROID-109
2.4.0 Added Sidebar

We restructured existing actions to make our app more extendable and user friendly. Now you will find Activities, Settings and Sign out actions inside of a new sidebar.
New 2023-04-28 IDGANDROID-112
2.4.0 Added Offline availability options to the 3-dot menu for files and notes

You can now quickly access the options to make files and notes available offline or remove them from offline availability via the 3-dot menu. To access this menu, press on 3-dots next to the corresponding item.
New 2023-04-28 IDGANDROID-120
2.3.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-03-17 IDGANDROID-99
2.3.0 Added Select all feature

A new Select all button enables you to select all items on a screen, such as Boxes, files, or members, in one go.
New 2023-03-17 IDGANDROID-118
2.3.0 Retiried Android 7 compatibility

Please be informed that with this version we retired support for Android 7 and 7.1.
New 2023-03-17 IDGANDROID-119
2.2.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2023-01-27 IDGANDROID-76
2.2.0 Added share link feature

You are now able to share links to files, folders, and notes from idgard with other people via 3rd party apps. This feature also allows you to copy such links.

Keep in mind, that such links can only be accessed directly by Box members, who already have an access to the Box containing that file. For other users or guests, the link will lead to the idgard login page.
New 2023-01-27 IDGANDROID-90
2.2.0 Made action menu easily available

There now is a 3-dots icon next to each Box, file, folder, and note. Tap this icon to access available options for that specific item quicker than before.
Improvement 2023-01-27 IDGANDROID-106
2.2.0 Added a warning when opening an office file with a 3rd party app

You are now notified before a file is leaving the secure idgard environment to be opened with a 3rd party app. Based on this information, you can decide whether you still want to open the file or not.
New 2023-01-27 IDGANDROID-107
2.1.0 Added file size indicator and new sorting options

You are now able to see size of every file in your boxes. Along with this, you are also able to sort your box content by size and type.
New 2022-11-25 IDGANDROID-21
2.1.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2022-11-25 IDGANDROID-70
2.1.0 Improved share extension error handling

You are now better informed about your login status when trying to upload files from other apps using our share extension. If you are logged in in offline mode, you will be explicitly notified about that.
Improvement 2022-11-25 IDGANDROID-86
2.1.0 Added option in settings tab to choose which notifications to receive

You are now able to navigate to app notification settings from our settings tab and enable or disable certain notification based on your needs.
New 2022-11-25 IDGANDROID-89
2.1.0 Improved user permission management screen

Each individual permission now comes with a brief explanatory helper text.
Improvement 2022-11-25 IDGANDROID-92
2.0.0 Enabled sharing files from 3rd-party apps to idgard

Tap the Share icon for a file in a 3rd-party app, select the idgard icon, navigate to the desired Box location, and securely save the file in your idgard.
New 2022-10-12 IDGANDROID-25
2.0.0 Added the option to manage Box members

As a Box Owner or Box Manager you can now add and remove members from your Boxes and manage their permissions.
New 2022-10-12 IDGANDROID-42
2.0.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2022-10-12 IDGANDROID-69
2.0.0 Adds compatibility with Android 13 New 2022-10-12 IDGANDROID-85
1.7.0 Activated Backups as default at Box creation

The previous 1.6.0 release added the Box creation feature but did not have Backups activated by default as in idgard Web. We've now set the default value for Box backups to activated.
Bug fix 2022-09-20 IDGANDROID-81
1.7.0 Added option to activate or deactivate Box Backups

Also, Box Owners and Managers can now review or change the Backup activation via Box settings. If you created a Box with version 1.6.0 and need Backup to be activated, please use this feature to switch it on via this app or idgard Web.
New 2022-09-20 IDGANDROID-83
1.6.0 Added Edit Box option

You can now edit existing Boxes and change the Box type, update General Settings, Default Permissions, and more.
New 2022-08-26 IDGANDROID-40
1.6.0 Extended second factor authentication

Depending on the second factor authentication method that is configured for your account (if any), the user interface will guide you through the corresponding process.

With idgard web version 1.7 and later, you'll also be able to use the Time-based One-time Password (TOTP) as a second factor authentication method with this app version. TOTP codes are generated by your authenticator app.
New 2022-08-26 IDGANDROID-41
1.6.0 Harmonized user interface colors

We've harmonized colors across all design elements in our app for a fresh and clean look and feel.
Improvement 2022-08-26 IDGANDROID-60
1.6.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements. For example, we resolved a bug around opening Word documents that occurred on specific Android versions.
Improvement 2022-08-26 IDGANDROID-67
1.5.0 Added the Box creation feature

You can use this app to create new Boxes and Data Rooms and configure access settings and permissions for them. Box creation now comes with a completely reworked and fresh user experience.
New 2022-07-26 IDGANDROID-22
1.5.0 Changed the logo

At uniscon GmbH we've updated our corporate branding and the app now has a new logo.
New 2022-07-26 IDGANDROID-61
1.5.0 Polish and fixes

We've also done some polishing and implemented several bug fixes and improvements.
Improvement 2022-07-26 IDGANDROID-68
1.4.0 Removed certificate verification option

Certificate pinning was removed from idgard and, therefore, the verification option was also removed from the app.

Find more information on why we removed certificate pinning in our Service Center article here (https://service.idgard.com/portal/en/kb/articles/certificate-pinning-x) .
Other 2022-06-25 IDGANDROID-43
1.4.0 Updated login screen

The app version information is now available from the login screen.

To make access to additional content on scrollable screens more intuitive, the scrollbar is now always visible on such screens.
New 2022-06-25 IDGANDROID-55
1.3.0  Added sound and vibration notifications

You can now activate sound and vibrations for notifications from the Settings tab in your app.
New 2022-05-13 IDGANDROID-49
1.2.0  Added visual indicators for read and unread files,folders, and chat messages

These indicators now notify you of the number of unread files in your folders and Boxes as well as of unread chat messages. Via the context menu, you can manually switch the state from unread to read, or vice versa.
New 2022-03-07 IDGANDROID-24
1.2.0  Implemented performance improvements

Scrolling through file lists, chats, journal items, etc. is now faster and smoother.
Improvement 2022-03-07 IDGANDROID-45
2022 RegioIT-uCloud cert change Provide customized app for our key account Other 2022-02-14 IDGANDROID-39
1.1.0 Enhanced PDF in-app viewer

You can now open and view PDFs directly within the protected environment of your idgard app.
New 2022-01-24 IDGANDROID-36
1.1.0 Implemented performance improvements for synchronization and offline availability

Synchronizing your data with idgard and making data available offline in your mobile app is now much faster.
Improvement 2022-01-24 IDGANDROID-38
0.9 View Activity information

Easy access to file upload and download progress information.
New 2021-06-18 IDGANDROID-23
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