Preliminary listing. Features may be added to or removed from this list before the release is finalized.
Dark Mode is now available across the Jostle platform. It creates better visibility in low-light conditions, can reduce battery usage, and offers a modern look and feel.
To get started, a System Admin must enable the feature and set Dark Mode brand colors at Admin Settings > Brand Your Platform > Dark Mode. Once enabled, all users can configure as they wish via Appearance in My Preferences. This feature is still in Beta, so some unexpected behaviors may occur. Please report any issues to product@jostle.me.
TOTAL: 28 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
Q is for Quesnelia
You likely know sage as an herb used for its distinct flavor and medicinal properties. But did you know that one of the best ways to enjoy the benefits of sage is in honey? Croatia is one of the leading producers of sage and also home to a large population of honey bees. Bees who live on sage plantations collect the plant’s nectar and produce honey that carries a rich sage flavor and medicinal benefits like easing sore throats and assisting brain function. What a delicious way to treat a cold!
Released September 24, 2024 (build 47.18.20)
An option to “Reorder gallery” has been added to the Image block in the News editor. After selecting this option, Reporters will be able to drag and drop the images into their preferred order.
Action bars for all Administration Settings pages have been improved, bringing further consistency to the platform.
TOTAL: 20 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
R is for Rose
Finding a ‘did you know’ for a flower as ubiquitous as Rose is a particular kind of challenge. At this point, what could I say about roses that we don’t already know? Featured in English gardens, fairy tales, and (of course) the Bachelor franchise, roses are the most popular flower and have been for some time. Cultivation of roses for decoration started as far back as 2800 BC in Mesopotamia, and by 500 BC, Egypt and China had joined.
But did you know that Jostle HQ is a hop, skip, and jump away from not one but two of the oldest public rose displays in Canada? Wander 30 minutes to Stanley Park, or take a ferry across the Straight of Georgia to visit the Butchart Gardens in Victoria, British Columbia.
Released September 3, 2024 (build 47.17.28)
When you use the Notify feature in News, Jostle mobile app users will now receive a push notification (provided they have notifications enabled for Jostle on their device).
We’ve simplified the Filter panel in People, allowing you to customize which Filters are available. Lesser used Filters are no longer present by default, but can be added via the Add a Filter button.
TOTAL: 40 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
Q is for Quesnelia
We’re getting into a tricky part of the alphabet for naming releases, but Quesnelia has proven to be an interesting candidate for “Q.” Did you know that this genus of flower has puzzling international origins? The name Quesnelia comes from a French businessman with an interest in botany named Edouard Quesnel. And the most commonly known species in the genus is called Grecian urn, for its elegant vase-like shape. But despite its naming origins, the flower has little to do with Europe, as it grows almost exclusively in Brazil.
Preliminary listing. Features may be added to or removed from this list before the release is finalized.
By popular request, the number of colors available for News Categories has been increased from 8 to 12.
We’ve improved the application of color across the platform, such that our default settings now meet the WCAG AA Contrast Accessibility guidelines for color contrast. This is a significant step forward for those with a number of common visual limitations.
The “new item” and “Notify” News Notifications now include the Tile Image. These images remain visible in the email for a week, after which the underlying image link no longer works.
The subject line in News Notify emails can now be customized, further improving your ability to draw attention to important content.
TOTAL: 29 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
P is for Parsley
You’ve almost certainly heard of parsley, one of the most commonly used herbs in salads, sauces, and stews. But did you know that it’s a biennial plant, meaning it completes its life cycle in two years? It’s usually harvested in its first year, when it bears the leaves you recognize from the grocery store. But if left for a second year, it can grow up to two feet tall and be topped by small flowers and tiny fruits. So if you plan to be a whole new person next summer, take a page out of parsley’s book.
Released July 22, 2024 (build 47.15.23)
We’ve added support for biometric login so users can access Jostle on Android mobile devices with their fingerprint or face. This feature is available with the newest Jostle Android app (2.10).
We’ve added a Settings panel to the People view to make it easier to change how Profile cards are displayed and sorted. This change gives each option a more intuitive home and lays the groundwork for new sorting and grouping functionality that will be added to People in the coming months.
TOTAL: 26 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
O is for Orchid
You probably would recognize an orchid, one of the most common household plants in the world. But did you know that it’s also one of the oldest flowering plants? Species of orchid have long been found all over the planet, leading scientists to believe that they existed prior to the separation of the continents. That means they’re likely older than dinosaurs. In addition to the species’ longevity, an individual orchid can live up to 100 years. Now that’s a plant that knows how to, well… plant!
Released July 2, 2024 (build 47.14.13)
This is the initial launch of editing and publishing functionality for News articles in the Jostle mobile app. The mobile editor will include most desktop features, with the ability to edit text, images, polls, and more. Additional features and improvements will arrive in the following releases. This update is available on the latest iOS and Android apps.
Significant improvements have been made to the Configure User Profiles page. This includes better organization, descriptions added to each field, and the addition of Employee ID for clarity.
TOTAL: 40 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
N is for Nettle
You may have heard the term to “nettle” someone. It has a negative connotation—to bother, or to bug. But did you know that nettle is an herb grown around the world and a rockstar of human consumption? It’s a low-maintenance crop that’s used widely in cooking for its high mineral content and flavor. But it’s also used for its firm fibrous texture as a textile, and is commonly made into uniforms or dresses. Perhaps it’s a bit unfair that to “nettle” is a bad thing!
Released June 13, 2024 (build 47.13.25)
Aside from the usual improvements and bug fixes, the majority of features included in our Mint release will be used to lay the groundwork for upcoming advancements. As a result, there are no customer-facing features included in this release.
TOTAL: 30 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
M is for Mint
These days, mint is an icy-cool flavor in everything from candy to cocktails, but did you know that it’s been used as a breath freshener since the Middle Ages? Medieval Europeans weren’t exactly known for their dental hygiene, but they eased bad breath with mint-vinegar mouthwash or by simply chewing on mint leaves. That practice evolved with the invention of peppermint Altoids and mint-flavored toothpaste in the 1880s. And the tradition of mint-freshened breath continues today.
Released May 27, 2024 (build 47.12.13)
Several significant improvements have been made to the Image Block in News. These include a better layout for image galleries, a clearer indication of when images are uploading, improved uploading reliability, and more robust image management using the action menu (⋮).
TOTAL: 70 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
L is for Lily
Did you know that lilies, like humans, are social creatures? They grow best in groups of three to five flowers. Their bright color, scent, and nectar makes them attractive to pollinators like bees and hummingbirds. A few flower friends and a pet bee is quite the family unit!
Released May 2, 2024 (build 47.11.23)
We’ve added support for biometric login so users can access Jostle on Apple mobile devices with their Touch ID or Face ID. This feature is available with the newest Jostle iOS app (4.11).
We’ve increased the accepted character length in the Location field on Events to accommodate long meeting link URLs for virtual events.
TOTAL: 45 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
K is for Kerria
Did you know the Japanese name for kerria (yamabuki) translates to “mountain breeze?” The yellow flowers are native to Japan and grow up to 3 meters tall in bushels on mountain slopes. It was first brought to the West by Scottish gardener William Kerr, the namesake of the English word, kerria.
Released April 8, 2024 (build 47.10.35)
Activity API
We’ve added Activity as an API endpoint, allowing System Administrators to create automated posts with Zapier or custom code.
We’ve improved the Poll Block in News including displaying the Settings panel up front, adding the ability to republish the item to the top of the News timeline when the Poll closes, and many smaller improvements.
TOTAL: 53 bug fixes, improvements, and enhancements.
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Release cycle theme: Flowers and Herbs
J is for Jasmine
You likely recognize jasmine for its scent used in perfumes, soaps, and teas. But did you know Syria’s capital is known as “the City of Jasmine?” In Damascus, the world's oldest capital city, you can see jasmine vines outside many homes. And because most species of jasmine bloom after sunset, you can smell it throughout the city on summer nights.
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