Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Blink Shell, Build & Code since it was posted on our website on 2022-02-14.
The latest version is 17.2.2 and it was updated on soft112.com on 22 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 17.2.2
posted on 2024-03-14
Mar 14, 2024
Version 17.2.2
Just small update to mosh-static supported architectures.
version 17.2.1
posted on 2024-02-08
Feb 8, 2024
Version 17.2.1
- Version 17.2.1
Quick fixes on top of the previous version:
- The new Keys UI was not linking to the proper documentation and actions for SE.
- Fixed a new bug on OSC52 after app restart. #1956.
- Version 17.2.0
This is an ambitious update which will hopefully transform your mosh experience for some of you. Say hello to the self-installing mosh server. Now, Blink will seamlessly upgrade your connection during mosh bootstrap. To do this and laying the foundation of more stuff to come, ve've also reimplemented the Mosh client on Swift. To top it off, we've fine-tuned SSH config file parsing and squashed pesky bugs, and we did a lot of other housekeeping.
- **Mosh Auto-Install Power:** Blink now introduces Mosh auto-installation, effortlessly upgrading your connection from ssh anywhere. No root access required. Use the `--install-static` flag.
- **Revamped Mosh Client:** Our Mosh client had a facelift. A lot of enhancements are up and coming. You can already enjoy IPv4 and IPv6 support with the `--6` and `--4` flags, ensuring seamless connections.
- **Mosh1 If You Need It** Encountering issues? Easily switch to the old Mosh with the `mosh1` command to keep you connected.
- **Security Updates** An updated LibSSH, addressing vulnerabilities like the Terrapin attack and other crucial security patches.
- **A slew of SSH improvements!** Notable additions include the GatewayPorts feature, allowing you to expose ports to other machines in your network. Improved SSH Config flags, Config Sync, etc...
- **PragmataPro Upgrade** Elevate your coding experience with PragmataPro 830, now featuring Nerd fonts and a sleeker appearance.
- **Auto-Lock Customization:** Customize timeout options to match your preferences seamlessly.
- **And Much More!** Explore a host of additional features and fixes, from a revamped Keys dialog to enhanced iCloud sync and External Display support.
Check out the full release notes here: https://github.com/blinksh/blink/discussions/1906
version 17.2.0
posted on 2024-02-06
Feb 6, 2024
Version 17.2.0
This is an ambitious update which will hopefully transform your mosh experience for some of you. Say hello to the self-installing mosh server. Now, Blink will seamlessly upgrade your connection during mosh bootstrap. To do this and laying the foundation of more stuff to come, ve've also reimplemented the Mosh client on Swift. To top it off, we've fine-tuned SSH config file parsing and squashed pesky bugs, and we did a lot of other housekeeping.
- **Mosh Auto-Install Power:** Blink now introduces Mosh auto-installation, effortlessly upgrading your connection from ssh anywhere. No root access required. Use the `--install-static` flag.
- **Revamped Mosh Client:** Our Mosh client had a facelift. A lot of enhancements are up and coming. You can already enjoy IPv4 and IPv6 support with the `--6` and `--4` flags, ensuring seamless connections.
- **Mosh1 If You Need It** Encountering issues? Easily switch to the old Mosh with the `mosh1` command to keep you connected.
- **Security Updates** An updated LibSSH, addressing vulnerabilities like the Terrapin attack and other crucial security patches.
- **A slew of SSH improvements!** Notable additions include the GatewayPorts feature, allowing you to expose ports to other machines in your network. Improved SSH Config flags, Config Sync, etc...
- **PragmataPro Upgrade** Elevate your coding experience with PragmataPro 830, now featuring Nerd fonts and a sleeker appearance.
- **Auto-Lock Customization:** Customize timeout options to match your preferences seamlessly.
- **And Much More!** Explore a host of additional features and fixes, from a revamped Keys dialog to enhanced iCloud sync and External Display support.
Check out the full release notes here: https://github.com/blinksh/blink/discussions/1906
version 17.1.0
posted on 2023-11-06
Nov 6, 2023
Version 17.1.0
We continue with our focus set on the Terminal, Mosh and SSH until the end of year. Here is what's new:
- We have renewed our fonts repository to make it easier to install Nerd Fonts and powerline fonts.
- When sending a sequence, want to send Input as an alternative to Send Hex #1888
- Create new host by duplicating another (Thanks to Krathen for the heads up) #1108
- Unified the saving behavior for Hosts and User screens. Those required the user to press Save explicitly. We now make it more obvious with Save and Cancel. #1742
- Some servers, like GitHub, would emit a message on stderr and disconnect. We are now showing the error in that case. #1448
- Deleting a Host would not immediately make it disappear from the Files.app until restart. We now sync the FP properly. #1857
version 17.0.1
posted on 2023-09-22
Sep 22, 2023
Version 17.0.1
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version 17.0.0
posted on 2023-09-18
Sep 18, 2023
Version 17.0.0
We are updating to Blink 17, following the release of iPadOS and iOS17. This update focuses mostly on bug fixes:
iOS & iPadOS 17:
- OS text cursor takes up a row, input echoes draw in wrong spot #1811 - Hide caret on terminal
- OS text cursor in VSCode appears or exhibits blocking behavior #1821 - Hide caret on vscode
- Improve VSCode touches and scroll #1847 - Improved touches and scroll on VS Code.
General:
- Cannot use Control-] in Dvorak layout #1833 Fixed ctrl-] in Dvorak layout
- External screen's contents are fully accessible while Blink is autolocked #1696 Fixes for non interactive external display (AutoLock, Walkthrough and layout)
- Agent behavior breaks expectation as Host agent takes precedence over Default agent #1849 - When adding a key to the agent with ssh-add, that key will now have preference over the ones added to the Host.
- Stage manager support not working #1831 - On a pristine first installation of Blink, if you connect the external screen immediately, the screen would not default to Stage Manager settings in External Display.
- Newly created files are not show immediately on VSCode #1848
- Report device model in help or smth else #1818 device-info command that shows basic info about your device and connected screens
- Snips crash with iCloud disabled #1852
- How to send Unicode characters with custom key presses #1861 - Handle utf8 sequences in HEX presses
- VSCode now accepts custom HEX presses
Blink Build Hacker Tools:
- Base image update to Debian bookworm
- Fixed helix editor
- Update Python to v3.11.5
- Update Ruby to v3.2.2
- Update Swift to v5.8.1
- Added Bun v1.0.1
- Created ~/.local/bin folder and added to $PATH
- Added code-tunnel command to bootstrap code cli
version 16.2.1
posted on 2023-08-22
Aug 22, 2023
Version 16.2.1
- It is important to make Blink feel like home. We added an additional Support Request flow during the trial period.
- Allow spaces in user name. Refs #1798
- Copy adjustments for new Context Bar. Replace 3f tap with double tap. Refs #1829
version 16.2.0
posted on 2023-08-17
Aug 17, 2023
Version 16.2.0
- Introducing Snips, your productivity booster!
Snips can be sophisticated aliases to run your workflows. No more searching for the right syntax or struggling to remember intricate steps. We also use them to store crucial text snippets like environment variables and secrets, eliminating the hassle of searching for them elsewhere. Just retrieve them with lightning speed whenever you need!
- Introducing our redesigned Context bar
Seamlessly perform actions in the Terminal, Code, or browser, without any interruptions. The Context bar is always there when you need it, and stays out of your way when you don't. Access it effortlessly by tapping the Home Bar twice or pressing the Cmd key twice.
- Based on feedback, we have a new flow to make the trial more clear and to compare pricing in plans more easily.
- For first time users, we have a better walkthrough and first commands to help getting started.
Fixes to support Vietnamese #1823
Check whatsnew and our Announcements on GitHub for a full list and more comments.
version 16.1.12
posted on 2023-08-02
Aug 2, 2023
Version 16.1.12
Hot fix for mosh propagation of experimental IP fixes. #1801
Shoutout to avysk, blerg-sh, gcv, tthkbw and spacebrain.
version 16.1.10
posted on 2023-06-30
Jun 30, 2023
Version 16.1.10
Visual fixes due to font rendering issues.
version 16.1.9
posted on 2023-06-23
Jun 23, 2023
Version 16.1.9
Continue with Shell improvements:
- Apple Silicon devices now will use Stage Manager by default on external displays. #1748
- Try to skip File Provider extension location from iCloud backups. This seems to be an issue in the OS itself, and apparently cannot be guaranteed that this will work. #1789
- Hosts referring to non-existing keys will now indicate it so the keys can be recreated. #1712
- iCloud backups that have key information will now also indicate if the key are not available for signature.
- Fixed iCloud sync for agent forwarding information.
version 16.1.8
posted on 2023-05-30
May 30, 2023
Version 16.1.8
Going Back to the Basics, the next releases will be focused on Shell functionality. Let's get started:
- Agent keys to Forward: You can now configure what keys you want to forward automatically when connected to a specific Host. There is no standard way to provide this through .ssh/config yet, so we added it as part of our Host Configuration. #1779 & #1293
- Agent Forward Prompt per Host: Forwarding keys automatically can be dangerous. Blink can now ask for user confirmation before sending a key to a remote. And because our agent works at the Host level, you will always know "what" key is being requested, and "who" is requesting it. #1779 & #1293
- ssh-add with Confirmation: If you add a key through the manual ssh-add, you still have access to the confirmation prompt by adding the new -c flag.
Bug fixes and other improvements:
- Hosts synced through iCloud will mark missing keys so the user can create them. #1712
- With OSC52 sequences, Mosh would reset the clipboard state #1205.
- We have updated Fonts, but still looking for a better / less manual way.
- We now set Option as Esc by default on first start.
Release thread: https://github.com/blinksh/blink/discussions/1785
version 16.1.7
posted on 2023-04-17
Apr 17, 2023
Version 16.1.7
Focus on bug fixes and complete the transition for previous users:
- Remove import from Blink 14 and transition for freemium users.
- Add --predict=experimental to mosh help. #1399
- Fix Smart Keys layout on iPhone. #1738.
- Added Input prompt for Passkeys when it is the default key.
- Refactored file locations for SFTP and Code commands. #1714
https://github.com/blinksh/blink/discussions/1751
version 16.1.6
posted on 2023-03-23
Mar 23, 2023
Version 16.1.6
We are making an important update to our offerings:
- Introducing the Blink+Build plan, the most complete dev toolbox on iOS with Shell, Build and Code. To make it even better, we are offering a 1-week free trial, and $9.99/month after that.
- We are phasing out our Free version in favor of the new Blink+Build trial. We learnt the hard way that the metered paywall was perceived as an obstacle to the overall experience. We believe the new Blink+Build plan is a more honest offering, allowing everyone to try all you can do in Blink, and after the trial by providing all the value we can as a paid user.
- If you’re currently using the Free plan and want to keep using Blink every day, we wanted to do something special. We are doing our first ever Blink+ promo for just $14.99 the first year, $19.99 thereafter. If not, you still can use the Free plan until March 31st to decide, with no metered paywalls.
- Please note we still continue to offer our Community and Open Source versions for those who want to contribute in a different way.
Other updates include:
- Found root cause for Files.app blocking in some cases at the root container or after a few downloads. Kudos to @rrgeorge for the extra help.
- Fixes for our Files.app extension, that could provoke hangs in the connection when keeping its state alive longer than the extension itself.
- Fixed bug on right click contextual menus in the terminal (Issue #1593). And we made the menu cooler too, so you can control parts of the terminal from it instead of doing three finger taps.
- Multiple fixes from TestFlight reports. Thanks to our Community testers!
version 15.0.9
posted on 2022-07-14
Jul 14, 2022 Version 15.0.9
Quick fixes to make the app more stable.
- When tapping VS Code links, the app may have crashed under certain conditions.
version 15.0.7
posted on 2022-03-30
Mar 30, 2022 Version 15.0.7
Improvements on File System integrations:
- You can now edit/modify files on other apps that are exposed through the Blink Files.app integration. (Thx @aberrant)
- Fixed regression with CLI commands missing paths for remotes (#1412 thx @toby)
- Better tracking for event changes in Files.app UI.
- FileProvider to cancel ProxyCommand properly.
General fixes:
- Host key change type now displays warning and allows to add additional key (thx @rrgeorge)
- Fixed face am going off between app switches.
- Improvements on VS Code interface touches for code lenses.
version 15.0.6
posted on 2022-03-04
Mar 4, 2022 Version 15.0.6
Experience improvements. Get on board the best mosh and ssh client, and get a premium experience with our VS Code integration.
- Added WOL command. Refs #951
- C-Tab and C-S-Tab combos. Refs #1408
- Screen and flow tweaks in migration.
- Rate us in AppStore!
version 15.0.5
posted on 2022-02-21
Feb 21, 2022 Version 15.0.5
Ironing out issues with the migration. Get on board the best mosh and ssh client, and get a premium experience with our VS Code integration.
version 15.0.3
posted on 2022-02-15
Feb 15, 2022 Version 15.0.3
Here goes a quick release to make migration to the new Blink even smoother. A few notes:
- If migration to a second device, please use Restore Purchase instead of the whole migration process again.
- Fixed iCloud issues.
- Fixed more migration issues that were blocking some users from validating the receipts.
- Fixed a crash affecting some users during migration from Blink 14, due to an error in keys.
- Improved wording. Everyone gets all the Blink.app features.
- The subscription timer now will fill out on its own (around one minute) or faster if shaking the device.
- Sanitized keys when importing from keyboard.
- Fixed Blink Code docs URL.
version 15.0.1
posted on 2022-02-11
Feb 11, 2022 Version 15.0.1
Migration from Blink 14
Improved URL scheme handling for migration.
