Change Log and Development Roadmap
On the Roadmap
CineLog Pro continues to grow. Upcoming features include:
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Multi-language Support
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Multi-user collaboration and project sharing.
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Web companion app for desktop editing.
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Lens Diary for comparing lens characteristics across shoots.
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Expanded cinematography toolset, including lighting plot builder and amperage calculator.
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Subscription tiers for Pro and Enterprise features.
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Third-party API integrations and project analytics.
v0.7.5 – Performance & Stability Update This update delivers major improvements to sync stability, image management, and overall performance under the hood. New Features -Inline delete functionality for shot reference images, including automatic removal from cloud storage and cross-device sync. UI Improvements -Enhanced error handling with clearer feedback, better loading states, and confirmation dialogs. Workflow Enhancements -Improved cross-device sync reliability, better handling while offline, and new visual sync status indicators. Fixes & Under-the-Hood -Standardized “CineLog Pro” branding across all screens for a more professional experience. -Removed unused components and unified the loading experience to a single clean screen. -Replaced performance bottlenecks in cloud-related processes to improve speed and reliability. -Refactored internal dependencies to eliminate runtime warnings and improve modularity. -Improved error handling for deletion operations when referenced files are missing in the cloud. -Optimized list rendering and reduced memory usage for smoother performance on all devices. -Resolved memory leaks by properly cleaning up navigation and timer listeners across screens. -Migrated storage operations to a modern API for improved compatibility and reliability. -Reduced debug logs and console clutter for a cleaner development environment. -Enhanced type safety and maintainability across the codebase. v0.7.4 – Tablet Experience & Video Enhancements Improved tablet UI, restored embedded video playback, and cleaned up scout views for a more focused experience. New Features Native playback support for embedded video links with automatic detection and seamless fullscreen transitions. UI Improvements Streamlined the Scouts tab by removing unnecessary tiles and the project description field for better focus. Responsive layout updates for settings, tools, and projects, especially on larger screens. Cleaner modal presentations and consistent spacing across the app. Workflow Enhancements Optimized tablet experience with 2-column layouts and centered modals, ideal for on-set workflows. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Removed unnecessary debug logs and improved performance of background calculations. Enhanced video preview loading and playback reliability within project files. Resolved type safety issues and improved data validation throughout the app. Updated video player logic for better embed handling and fallback behavior. v0.7.2 – Tools Redesign & Sync Streamlining This release delivers a professional-grade responsive redesign for all tools and a simplified cloud sync system. New Features Complete responsive redesign for all cinematography tools, optimized for tablets and large screens. UI Improvements Improved layout alignment, spacing, and visual hierarchy across all tools, modals, and settings pages. Workflow Enhancements Simplified sync model using a direct upload/download pattern, with real-time sync status indicators and fewer conflicts. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Removed redundant components and improved code architecture for cleaner maintenance. Fixed type safety issues and refined cloud integration to improve data reliability. v0.7.1 – Critical Bug Fixes & Bulk Edit Redesign Addressing sync reliability and improving usability when editing multiple shots. New Features None in this release. UI Improvements Redesigned Bulk Edit modal with new toggle switches, improved keyboard handling, and clearer user feedback. Workflow Enhancements None in this release. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed an infinite sync loop when items were deleted before cloud sync could complete. Improved navigation flow after deleting location scouts to prevent looping back to removed content. Improved performance and accessibility for Bulk Edit components. v0.6.6 – Location Safety & PDF Enhancements Added automatic hospital detection for call sheets and improved address handling across the app. New Features Automatic nearest hospital detection based on shoot location, pre-filled into call sheets. UI Improvements None in this release. Workflow Enhancements None in this release. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed autocomplete dropdown layering to ensure correct display order. Improved address formatting and link handling in PDF exports. Updated address lookup logic for faster and more reliable results. v0.6.5 – Navigation Fixes & PDF Corrections Focused on ensuring smoother scene creation flow and fixing PDF output details. New Features None in this release. UI Improvements None in this release. Workflow Enhancements Improved consistency between scene creation and shot creation flows. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed modal dismissal timing for scene creation. Corrected cast role display in call sheet PDF exports. Improved navigation to prevent race conditions and redundant views. v0.6.4 – Call Sheet Wrap Time & Layout Refinements Enhancements to call sheet functionality and export consistency. New Features Added a wrap time field to call sheets with full export support. UI Improvements None in this release. Workflow Enhancements Improved field mapping between call sheet entries and PDF output. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Corrected cast role logic for exports. Resolved modal dismissal bugs during scene creation. Improved timing and sequencing for new item creation flows. v0.7.0 – Subscription System & App Polish Introduced Pro subscriptions and polished the user experience from launch to logout. New Features Full integration of Pro subscription system with in-app upgrades and entitlement-based feature access. UI Improvements Removed legacy debug UI elements and cleaned up settings tab appearance. Streamlined collapsible sections and improved overall spacing consistency. Workflow Enhancements Added session persistence for login and entitlement validation across devices. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Replaced native splash screen with branded in-app loader. Preloaded icons to prevent UI flickering. Improved cloud sync reliability and error handling. Organized native platform code for a cleaner project structure. v0.6.3 – Call Sheet 2.0 & Shooting Schedule Enhancements Redesigned call sheet exports and upgraded the scheduling experience for faster planning. New Features Fully redesigned PDF call sheets with crew tables, stripboard layout, and dynamic location boxes. Automatic scene selection for shoot days and professional formatting across all pages. UI Improvements Better keyboard navigation and responsive layout for the shooting schedule tab. Workflow Enhancements Improved drag-and-drop scheduling with collapsible day groupings. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed shared file access issues for both local and cloud-based documents. Improved gesture handling and scrolling reliability. Fixed layout constraints and enhanced PDF formatting logic. v0.6.2 – Contact System & Call Sheet Management Introduced a fully editable contact system and in-app call sheet management tools. New Features New Call Sheets tab with save, edit, and export actions. Project-specific contact management for cast and crew. Collapsible contact drawers grouped by department. UI Improvements Consistent layout and spacing across contacts and call sheets. Workflow Enhancements Auto-save support for call sheet edits before export. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed issues with PDF date formatting and filename handling. Improved nested scrolling and flex layout across tall forms. Enhanced reliability of contact data rendering. v0.6.1 – Shooting Schedule & Cloud Improvements Introduced drag-and-drop scheduling and optimized data sync. New Features New shooting schedule tool with calendar-based scene organization and shoot day tagging. UI Improvements Custom loading screen with progress indicator. Workflow Enhancements Real-time tracking of pending sync changes with visual indicators. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Improved image upload handling to avoid local file errors. Standardized spacing across the settings tab. v0.6.0 – Account System & Cloud Sync Launch Major upgrade with user accounts, cloud sync, and full media backup support. New Features Email-based account system with login, password reset, and session persistence. Real-time data sync for projects, scenes, shots, and scouts. Cloud media upload and restore support for all image and video files. UI Improvements Cleaned up error messaging and polished user feedback. Workflow Enhancements Offline support with smart sync when reconnected. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed build configuration issues and improved version tracking. Fully migrated app to TypeScript for greater stability. v0.5.1 – Location Scouts & Shared Files Organize your scout assets and project files with ease. New Features Integrated location scouting with GPS-tagged photos, videos, weather forecasts, and annotations. New Shared Files tab for managing documents and visual references within each project. UI Improvements Two-column layout for better file previews and faster navigation. Workflow Enhancements Cross-device backup and restore with file integrity checks. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Fixed navigation loops in the scouts tab. Improved deletion consistency and media reliability. v0.5.0 – Major Feature Update This update brings powerful new tools, smarter workflows, and a refined user experience from top to bottom. New Features Auto Naming: Scenes and shots now auto-increment with customizable naming (adjustable in Settings). Shot Details: Track setup numbers, camera letters, cast IDs, and estimated shot durations. Search: Quickly find projects and scenes via the new Recents tab search. Project Sorting: New sort options to reorder your project list. Diopter Calculator: New tool to calculate minimum focus shifts when using diopters. Enabled Cheat Codes: Hidden tools and Easter eggs now accessible via cheat codes. Analytics Integration: App usage behavior is anonymously tracked to prioritize future improvements. UI Improvements Project Cards: Now show total scenes, shot breakdowns, and key crew roles. Edit Menus: Long-press to edit projects or scenes; gear icons removed for cleaner headers. Shot Edit Page: Collapsible fields so you only see what you’re working on. Image Viewer: All reference images now scale within a consistent 16:9 frame without cropping. Workflow Enhancements Camera Settings Duplication: Previously used camera data can now auto-fill new shots. Import/Export Templates: Updated formats to match new scene and shot fields. PDF Exports: Cleaner layout with structured tables and smaller file sizes. Fixes & Under-the-Hood Duplicate name checks now work as expected. Scene and project edit forms now save reliably. Refined swipe gestures for more intuitive transitions. Major backend refactors to boost performance and scalability. v0.4.0 – Export Tools & UI Improvements Better image exports, faster data entry, and updated tools. New Features Export reference photos directly to your Camera Roll. Long-press on Project or Scene cards to: Edit entries Export to PDF (Delete moved to top-right menu) UI Improvements Switched from wheel pickers to text inputs for faster shot entry. Improved aspect ratio support for reference images. Refreshed Settings tab with updated support/contact details. Consistent icons and layouts across all tabs. Bug Fixes Corrected naming logic for TXT, CSV, and PDF exports. Fixed EV math in exposure calculator. Corrected light math in the lighting ratio tool. Removed outdated custom values from calculator presets. v0.3.0-beta.3 Tool updates and UI tweaks. Improvements Updated calculator tool functionality. Updated visual components for consistency. v0.3.0-beta.2 PDF export arrives, plus UI refinements across the app. New Features PDF export replaces previous HTML-based exports. UI Improvements Updated toggles in settings to be tap-to-swap. Revised shot creation labels to match global settings. New app-wide font for improved legibility. Delete modal now requires long press to confirm. v0.3.0-beta.2 PDF export arrives, plus UI refinements across the app. New Features PDF export replaces previous HTML-based exports. UI Improvements Updated toggles in settings to be tap-to-swap. Revised shot creation labels to match global settings. New app-wide font for improved legibility. Delete modal now requires long press to confirm. v0.3.0-beta.1 More user settings, new tools, and smoother navigation. New Features Deployed Lighting Ratio Calculator. Added user preference for metric or imperial measurements. Added setting to toggle between Shutter Angle or Shutter Speed. New setting to select default calibration constant for lux tools. Manual dark mode toggle added. UI Improvements Long-press back button to quickly return to home. Additional refinements for visual polish and responsiveness. v0.2.0-beta.1 Key workflow tools and early camera utilities introduced. New Features Implemented CSV import for shot lists. Added reference photo capture support. Released Depth of Field Calculator and Exposure Calculator. UI Improvements Picker wheel inputs added for faster field selection. Swipe right gesture enables easy back-navigation within the project structure. v0.1.0 – Initial Release The foundation of CineLog Pro is here. New Features Project, Scene, and Shot creation now supported. Export options for TXT, CSV, and HTML formats. UI Improvements Initial UI and navigation framework deployed.