Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Voice Dream - Read Aloud since it was posted on our website on 2016-09-26.
The latest version is 4.28.8 and it was updated on soft112.com on 27 March, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 4.28.8
posted on 2024-03-19
Mar 19, 2024
Version 4.28.8
Fix bug with dasiy files
version 4.28.2
posted on 2024-02-20
Feb 20, 2024
Version 4.28.2
We update Voice Dream Reader frequently to make it even better. Each update has product improvements or bug fixes. If you have any questions or comments please write to us at support@voicedream.com!
version 4.28.0
posted on 2024-02-14
Feb 14, 2024
Version 4.28.0
We update Voice Dream Reader frequently to make it even better. Each update has product improvements or bug fixes. If you have any questions or comments please write to us at support@voicedream.com!
version 4.27.5
posted on 2024-02-05
Feb 5, 2024
Version 4.27.5
Fix bug when loading content. Custom margins for PDFs, support for more audio files and fix go to percentage
version 4.27.4
posted on 2024-01-31
Jan 31, 2024
Version 4.27.4
Fix bug when loading content. Custom margins for PDFs, support for more audio files and fix go to percentage
version 4.27.3
posted on 2024-01-26
Jan 26, 2024
Version 4.27.3
Fix bug with loading content from Safari. Custom margins for PDFs, support for more audio files and fix go to percentage
version 4.27.0
posted on 2024-01-18
Jan 18, 2024
Version 4.27.0
Custom margins for PDFs
version 4.26.0
posted on 2024-01-15
Jan 15, 2024
Version 4.26.0
We're adding customizable margins! In a PDF you can now override the margins, so things like page numbers, chapter titles, etc. do not have to be read aloud.
version 4.25.0
posted on 2023-12-28
Dec 28, 2023
Version 4.25.0
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.24.3
posted on 2023-12-12
Dec 12, 2023
Version 4.24.3
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.24.1
posted on 2023-12-05
Dec 5, 2023
Version 4.24.1
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.23.8
posted on 2023-11-21
Nov 21, 2023
Version 4.23.8
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.23.7
posted on 2023-11-17
Nov 17, 2023
Version 4.23.7
+ Performance enhancements when adding files
version 4.23.5
posted on 2023-11-10
Nov 10, 2023
Version 4.23.5
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.23.3
posted on 2023-11-04
Nov 4, 2023
Version 4.23.3
Fix a bug that would prevent the app from opening
version 4.22.4
posted on 2023-10-24
Oct 24, 2023
Version 4.22.4
Fix a crash and improve app performance
version 4.22.3
posted on 2023-10-17
Oct 17, 2023
Version 4.22.3
Fix a bug with select text in documents and overall app performance
version 4.21.9
posted on 2023-10-05
Oct 5, 2023
Version 4.21.9
We've updated the login flow to make it easier to sync your subscription between the iOS and Mac apps
version 4.21.7
posted on 2023-09-27
Sep 27, 2023
Version 4.21.7
We've updated the login flow to make it easier to sync your subscription between the iOS and Mac apps
version 4.21.5
posted on 2023-09-21
Sep 21, 2023
Version 4.21.5
We've updated the login flow to make it easier to sync your subscription between the iOS and Mac apps
version 4.20.8
posted on 2023-08-20
Aug 20, 2023
Version 4.20.8
This update has some fixes for file syncing bugs. We also added a status screen to help diagnose the issue for some users. It also fixes an update that would cause a crash on iPad when restoring a purchase.
version 4.20.5
posted on 2023-08-15
Aug 15, 2023
Version 4.20.5
This update has some fixes for file syncing bugs. We also added a status screen to help diagnose the issue for some users. It also fixes an update that would cause a crash on iPad when restoring a purchase.
version 4.20.4
posted on 2023-08-06
Aug 6, 2023
Version 4.20.4
We updated the voice management screen in Voice Dream Reader. We also fixed a bug where the app would periodically stop playing. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
version 4.20.3
posted on 2023-08-02
Aug 2, 2023
Version 4.20.3
We updated the voice management screen in Voice Dream Reader. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
version 4.20.2
posted on 2023-08-01
Aug 1, 2023
Version 4.20.2
We update Group Text frequently to make it even better. Each update has product improvements or bug fixes. If you enjoy using the app, please leave us a review!
version 4.19.3
posted on 2023-07-12
Jul 12, 2023
Version 4.19.3
We update Voice Dream Reader frequently to make it even better. Each update has product improvements or bug fixes. If you have any questions or comments please write to us at support@voicedream.com!
version 4.19.1
posted on 2023-07-07
Jul 7, 2023
Version 4.19.1
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.18.9
posted on 2023-07-03
Jul 3, 2023
Version 4.18.9
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.18.6
posted on 2023-06-22
Jun 22, 2023
Version 4.18.6
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.18.5
posted on 2023-06-16
Jun 16, 2023
Version 4.18.5
+ Fix watch crash
version 4.18.3
posted on 2023-06-13
Jun 13, 2023
Version 4.18.3
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.17.8
posted on 2023-05-17
May 17, 2023
Version 4.17.8
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.17.6
posted on 2023-05-13
May 13, 2023
Version 4.17.6
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.17.5
posted on 2023-05-08
May 8, 2023
Version 4.17.5
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.17.1
posted on 2023-04-24
Apr 24, 2023
Version 4.17.1
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.16.2
posted on 2023-04-09
Apr 9, 2023
Version 4.16.2
+ Bug fixes and performance enhancements
version 4.16.1
posted on 2023-03-07
Mar 7, 2023
Version 4.16.1
- Improved Scanner's edge detection.
- Fixed bugs.
Previous Update:
New feature: Adding text blocks in PDF documents. Now you can answer questions in a worksheet or exam, and submit your answers all from within Voice Dream Reader. To add a text block, tap and hold on an empty area and then tap on "Add Text Block". You can change the font, point size, and you can move it and resize it.
version 4.14.13
posted on 2022-08-01
Aug 1, 2022 Version 4.14.13
- Fixed adding pronunciation rule by selecting text.
- Other bug fixes and minor enhancements.
version 4.14.12
posted on 2022-06-28
Jun 28, 2022 Version 4.14.12
- Fixed: certain words get repeated.
- Fixed: crash when accessing voice settings for Portuguese voices.
version 4.14.7
posted on 2022-05-10
May 10, 2022 Version 4.14.7
- Added color options for text highlights.
- Fixed Dropbox loading bug.
- Bug fixes and minor enhancements.
version 4.14.6
posted on 2022-03-03
Mar 3, 2022 Version 4.14.6
- Fix issue when downloading Bookshare books for organizational members.
- Added a 'Recover Folders" button in Library Settings.
- Minor bug fixes.
version 4.14.5
posted on 2022-02-25
Feb 25, 2022
Version 4.14.5
- Fixed loading issue for plain text and Wed documents.
version 4.14.3
posted on 2022-02-05
Feb 5, 2022 Version 4.14.3
- Improved synchronization of library folders and pronunciation dictionary using iCloud.
- Select and highlight text in PDF documents across page boundaries.
- Automatic re-authentication for Bookshare.
- Fixed:PDF OCR occasionally not completing.
- Minor bug fixes.
version 4.14.2
posted on 2021-12-28
Dec 28, 2021 Version 4.14.2
- Fixed: automatic language detection making occasional mistakes.
- Fixed: newly loaded Web documents do not show duration.
version 4.14.1
posted on 2021-12-20
Dec 20, 2021 Version 4.14.1
- Minor enhancements and bug fixes.
Voice Dream can now recognize multi-column documents and order the text correctly. Also, Chinese is now supported for the built-in OCR Scanner. To recognize Chinese, set it explicitly in settings rather than using “Auto-Detect”.
version 4.14.0
posted on 2021-12-16
Dec 16, 2021 Version 4.14.0
- Voice Dream can now recognize multi-column documents and order the text correctly. Also, Chinese is now supported for the built-in OCR Scanner. To recognize Chinese, set it explicitly in settings rather than using “Auto-Detect”.
- Fix an issue with loading Web content (Safari, Instapaper, Pocket) introduced in iOS 15.1.
- Minor enhancements and bug fixes.
version 4.13.12
posted on 2021-08-05
Aug 5, 2021 Version 4.13.12
- Fixed pronunciation bug for some PDF documents.
version 4.13.11
posted on 2021-07-24
Jul 24, 2021 Version 4.13.11
- Bug fixes and minor enhancements.
version 4.13.10
posted on 2021-07-04
Jul 4, 2021 Version 4.13.10
- Fixed problem when using Custom color scheme. Custom color scheme will be disabled in a future update. Please use Light or Dark.
version 4.13.9
posted on 2021-07-01
Jul 1, 2021 Version 4.13.9
- Bug fixes and minor enhancements.
version 4.13.8
posted on 2021-06-28
Jun 28, 2021 Version 4.13.8
- Bug fixes.
version 4.13.7
posted on 2021-06-08
Jun 8, 2021 Version 4.13.7
- Bug fixes and minor enhancements.
version 4.13.5
posted on 2021-06-01
Jun 1, 2021 Version 4.13.5
- Added an experimental speed-reading feature, RSVP (Rapid Serial Visual Presentation) with speech. In RSVP mode, individual words are flashed as they're spoken. You can enable it from Visual Settings - Speech Cursor. RSVP view will be displayed when you press Play. We will very much appreciate your feedback.
- Fixed Instapaper sign-in issue.
version 4.13.3
posted on 2021-05-13
May 13, 2021 Version 4.13.3
- Fixed: Sign-in for Pocket. (Pocket app no longer supports signing in from other apps.)
- OCR large scanned PDF documents (up to 400 pages).
- Other minor bug fixes.
version 4.13.2
posted on 2021-05-01
May 1, 2021 Version 4.13.2
- Fixed: Dropbox showing folders multiple times.
- Fixed: Sort order sometimes does not get saved.
- Fixed: Norwegian not localized properly.
- Improved Watch App stability.
version 4.13.1
posted on 2021-04-16
Apr 16, 2021 Version 4.13.1
- Fixed a bug in Library Grid View for iOS 12.
- Added copyright dates for Bookshare books.
4.13.0
- Updated to Bookshare V2, which features curated collections, reading lists and assignments.
- Brand new Bookshare user interface that includes sorting, filtering, and improvements for iPads.
- Improved Google Drive, Dropbox, and Evernote access.
- Added context menu for the library. To access context menu, tap the document and hold.
- Added a new font: Atkinson Hyperlegible developed by Braille Institute. The bold version of this font has proved to be highly effective for people with low vision.
version 4.12.0
posted on 2021-01-10
Jan 10, 2021 Version 4.12.0
- Scanning from camera and OCR of PDF documents are now available to everyone for free. You no longer have to purchase the Scanner app. Note that only languages using Latin alphabets are currently supported.
- Bold font selection shows the correct current setting.
- Fixed a few issues with Apple Watch app.
version 4.12.0
posted on 2021-01-10
10 Jan 2021 Version 4.12.0
- Scanning from camera and OCR of PDF documents are now available to everyone for free. You no longer have to purchase the Scanner app. Note that only languages using Latin alphabets are currently supported.
- Bold font selection shows the correct current setting.
- Fixed a few issues with Apple Watch app.
version 4.11.4
posted on 2020-10-07
Oct 7, 2020 Version 4.11.4
- Fixed: unable to select a search result.
version 4.11.3
posted on 2020-09-28
28 Sep 2020 Version 4.11.3
- Updated for iOS 14.
- Fixed VoiceOver focus issues introduced in iOS 14.
- Fixed crashes in the WatchOS app.
- Minor bug fixes and enhancements.
version 4.11.3
posted on 2020-09-28
Sep 28, 2020 Version 4.11.3
- Updated for iOS 14.
- Fixed VoiceOver focus issues introduced in iOS 14.
- Fixed crashes in the WatchOS app.
- Minor bug fixes and enhancements.
version 4.11.2
posted on 2020-07-16
Jul 16, 2020 Version 4.11.2
- Fixed loading of Bookshare Periodicals.
version 4.11.1
posted on 2020-07-01
Jul 1, 2020 Version 4.11.1
- Fixed: occasionally losing audio position while using lock screen.
- Fixed: setting preferred voice not working.
- Fixed: choosing free premium voice sometimes not available.
version 4.11.0
posted on 2020-06-25
Jun 25, 2020 Version 4.11.0
We rewrote all the code for accessing remote sources such as Bookshare and Dropbox. While much of user interface looks the same, you'll see a lot small, subtle improvements. For example:
- Bookshare organization accounts can designate a student on a device.
- Added GoodReads integration with Bookshare.
- Downloading Bookshare books directly from Book Detail view.
- Downloading from CELA, Éole and other Web destinations directly to Library.
- Instapaper now has the options to delete articles in Voice Dream when they are archived on the server.
There're also improvements in other areas:
- Rename document directly in the Library.
- Hide built-in iOS voices. The control is in the setting for the voice.
- Directly perform full-text search from selected text.
- Sentence pause now in 0.1 second increments.
Stay safe and healthy. Happy reading!
version 4.10.2
posted on 2020-03-05
Mar 5, 2020 Version 4.10.2
- Fixed recorded audio playback issue when using lock screen controls.
- App stays alive longer while in the background and not playing audio.
- Other minor improvements.
version 4.10.1
posted on 2020-01-14
Jan 14, 2020 Version 4.10.1
- Fixed: Load issues for some PDF documents.
- Fixed: Voice download erases existing voices.
version 4.0.4
posted on 2012-02-09
version 4.11.2
posted on 1970-01-01
2020年7月16日 Version 4.11.2
- Fixed loading of Bookshare Periodicals.
version 4.11.1
posted on 1970-01-01
2020年7月1日 Version 4.11.1
- Fixed: occasionally losing audio position while using lock screen.
- Fixed: setting preferred voice not working.
- Fixed: choosing free premium voice sometimes not available.
version 4.10.2
posted on 1970-01-01
5 мар. 2020 г. Version 4.10.2
- Fixed recorded audio playback issue when using lock screen controls.
- App stays alive longer while in the background and not playing audio.
- Other minor improvements.