Peoplesafe App for iOS | Release Notes

v1.6.0 - 18th June 2025

New Feature - Team Broadcast

The Peoplesafe app now includes Team Broadcast, a new way to receive Critical Mass Notifications. Get instant, vital updates directly to your device, ensuring you're informed and safe, especially in emergencies. Stay connected and aware.

Other Improvements

  • Resolved: Small number of users unable to check out and getting "Something went wrong" error.

v1.5.5 - 1st May 2025

Check In Timers

  • Set an End Time: You now have the flexibility to select a specific end time for your timer instead of just setting a duration. This gives you more precise control over your check-ins.
  • Extend Running Timer: Need more time? You can now easily extend an already active timer without having to stop and restart.

Other Improvements

  • Addressed feedback from regarding Check In/Out functionality.
  • Resolved repors of Welfare Checks prompts remaining on screen, improving their stability.
  • Behind the scenes, we've addressed some smaller issues to ensure a smoother and more reliable experience for you.

v1.5.3 - 19th March 2025

Battery Optimisation

This update improves battery life during background activity. We've adjusted how location services work, so they use less power in the background and when you're stationary.

Other

  • Improved: Check In/Out reliability
  • Resolved: Activity overrun message stays on screen after alarm is closed down
  • Resolved: Welfare Check prompt staying on screen incorrectly
  • Resolved: Welfare check notification disappears after reminder notification is received

v1.5.2 - 26th February 2025

We've squashed some minor bugs to improve the overall stability of the app.

v1.5.1 - 22nd February 2025

Issues

  • Resolved: incorrect Shake Alarm sensitivity settings
  • Resolved: Travelsafe 5 minute end of journey prompt not appearing
  • Resolved: Welfare Check banner reappearing after sending No response
  • Resolved: Tracking not starting correctly during a journey
  • Resolved: Intermittent login issues
  • Resolved: Automatic tracking starting when it should not
  • Resolved: Notifications permission request not being requested after installation

v1.5.0 - 16th February 2025

Introducing Check In Timers!

This powerful new feature allows you to set a timed alarm covering your working day, while simultaneously using Timed Activities for high-risk tasks. Check In Timers are available for organisations who have purchased a subscription. Contact your administrator for access.

Enhanced Timed Activity Experience

We've made it even easier to start and extend your Timed Activities with updates to the user interface.

Beta Feature: iOS Shortcuts Integration

We're introducing a beta version of iOS Shortcuts integration. Automate your Check In/Out, and the starting and stopping of Timed Activities using the power of iPhone Shortcuts. We'd love to hear your feedback on this exciting new feature as we continue to develop it.

Bug Fixes

As always, we've squashed some minor bugs to improve the overall stability and performance of the app.

v1.4.2 - 18th December 2024

Minor bug fix to correct the Forgot Password? link on the login page.

v1.4.1 - 11th December 2024

Minor fix to address an issue affecting a small subset of users who may have experienced unexpected logouts.

v1.4.0 - 25th November 2024

Safety and Security

  • Fall Detection: New setting to enhance Fall Detection sensitivity when you’re working at height with a safety harness, providing additional peace of mind.
  • iOS Vehicle Crash Detection: Support for Apple’s Vehicle Crash Detection on iPhone 14 and later and Apple Watch Series 8 or later to alert the Peoplesafe Alarm Receiving Centre if a severe car crash is detected.

Enhanced Features

  • Travelsafe: Save time when starting a Travelsafe journey by selecting your recent destinations.
  • Location Services: We’ve optimised the location services distance filter to improve battery life without compromising accuracy.

Improved User Experience

  • Login Screens: Redesigned the login screens for a more intuitive and visually appealing experience.
  • Bug Fixes: Addressed minor bugs to enhance overall app performance and stability.

v1.3.8 - 4th August 2024

Fixed an issue where users were unexpectedly logged out when opening the app without an internet connection. You can now access the app even when offline.

v1.3.7 - 4th July 2024

Added support for Travelsafe journeys as a passenger in private vehicles/taxis, more streamlined login screen and several minor enhancements and bug fixes.

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