v1.9.7

iOS TTS via browser_mod 🎉

This release adds browser_mod TTS - the solution for iOS Text-to-Speech!

iOS Safari supports the Web Speech API (speechSynthesis). Using browser_mod's JavaScript service, Routinely can now speak announcements directly on iOS devices that have the Home Assistant dashboard open.

How It Works

When enabled, Routinely calls browser_mod.javascript to execute:

speechSynthesis.speak(new SpeechSynthesisUtterance("Your message here"));

This speaks text directly through the iOS device's speakers - no external hardware needed!

Setup Requirements

1. Install browser_mod from HACS
2. Register your browser in browser_mod settings
3. Keep HA dashboard open on your iOS device
4. Enable "browser_mod TTS (iOS)" in Routinely options

TTS Options Summary

Option	Platform	Requires
Android notification TTS	Android	Companion app
Smart speaker TTS	Any	HomePod/Google Home/etc
browser_mod TTS	iOS/Any	browser_mod + dashboard open

Notes

• Works on any browser with Web Speech API support (Safari, Chrome, Firefox, Edge)
• Best for iOS devices used as wall panels or dedicated HA displays
• Test with the "Test Notifications" step in options