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NLS Operations Alert
No. 24-28

DATE         :   February 26, 2024
TO             :   Network Libraries
FROM        :   Nadia Lieblich, Product Manager, BARD Mobile
SUBJECT  :   BARD Mobile iOS version 2.2.2 release

NLS has released BARD Mobile iOS version 2.2.2 to the App Store. Please inform your patrons of the update so they can take advantage of the new features and improvements.

The enhancements included in this version are:

Siri shortcuts (voice user interface):
The app can now be operated by voice commands for playback and navigation, including stopping and resuming playback, fast-forwarding and rewinding by various intervals, and setting a sleep timer or a bookmark. Users can add Siri shortcuts in the app's settings.


International language search:

Set up to four languages in the app's settings and then filter search results by selecting a preferred language.



Accessibility improvements for visually impaired users:
We have boosted color contrast between selected and unselected search categories. This update enhances visibility with Smart Invert, Classic Invert, and Dark Mode on.

Multiword search for Search/Search music


Bug fixes, including:

  *   Garbled credentials error fixed
  *   Switch from tone to speed is fixed on iOS 17.
  *   Get Books and Bookshelf now return only titles matching the type selected in the Show Me setting, i.e. Audio Only / Braille Only / Both Audio and Braille
The app supports iOS versions 14 through 17.
This is a phased release, and the version will be available to all users by February 29.

For more information, please contact:
Nadia Lieblich
Product Manager, BARD Mobile
nlieblich at loc.gov<mailto:nlieblich at loc.gov>