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@vortexapps67 vortexapps67 released this 31 Aug 11:07
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🚀 BeatWave v5.1.2

What's New in v5.1.2


🎵 Spotify Recommendation Algorithm (Suggested by Sandeep)

  • Smart Algorithmic Discovery: Integrated intelligent recommendation algorithms delivering personalized, real-time discovery mixes, trending tracks, and genre-bending suggestions based on your listening habits.
  • Zero Login Friction: Enjoy fresh recommendations without needing third-party logins or paid API keys.
  • Regional & Global Feeds: Added verified curated feeds including Hindi, Bollywood Central, Indie India, Punjabi, and international charts.

🎛️ SoundCloud-Style Music Presets & Audio Engine (Suggested by Zaid)

  • SoundCloud-Inspired Sound Profiles: Implemented custom EQ audio presets tailored for deep punchy bass, crisp vocal presence, electronic club drops, and open studio acoustics.
  • Dynamic Tuning: Optimized frequencies to deliver the distinct, warm, and energetic SoundCloud audio signature directly to your playback pipeline.
  • Quick Preset Switching: Effortlessly toggle between custom audio profiles to match any genre.

✨ Revamped UI & Brand Typography

  • Modern Geometric Typography: Upgraded the brand display font to Outfit, giving the entire app a contemporary, sleek visual presence.
  • Two-Tone Wordmark: The homepage top navigation and expandable side panel now feature a striking dual-tone wordmark: Beat (Bold, accent text) + Wave (ExtraBold, vibrant primary).
  • Atmospheric Ambient Glow: Replaced the flat dark background on Home with a luminous ambient gradient aura that dynamically adapts to your theme colors.
  • Liquid Glass Aesthetic: Refined translucent glassmorphism with subtle light refraction across Daily Discover cards and Mood Filter chips.
  • Official Brand Badge in About: Added an elevated, glowing 92.dp BeatWave logo container at the top of the About screen.

📡 Google Cast Integration (GMS)

  • Player Menu Cast Control: One-tap device discovery and connection directly from the Player Menu (...).
  • Real-Time Discovery: Automatically detects Chromecasts, Google Nest/Home speakers, and Android TVs on your local Wi-Fi.
  • Interactive Cast Status Chip: Live "Casting to [Device]" chip in the player menu allows you to switch devices or disconnect with a single tap.
  • Hardware Volume Sync: Control connected speaker hardware volume directly via the player volume slider.
  • GMS Release Pipeline: GitHub Actions workflows are now configured to assemble Universal GMS release APKs with Google Play Services Cast SDK enabled.

⚡ Performance & Core Improvements

  • 1-Tap Direct Playback: Instant playback for all Daily Discover cards and Quick Picks right from the home feed.
  • Expanded Capacity: Increased recommendation capacity across home feeds.
  • In-App What's New Dialog: Updated the startup changelog dialog to automatically highlight these new v5.1.2 features with community credits.