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v2.0.35CookPal 2.0 · From one dish to a whole meal
2026-09-13

2.0 series highlights · Android v2.0.35 is available; see the App Store for the available iOS version. Timer notifications require system notification and related permissions.

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  • FeatureMulti-dish cooking: organize several dishes into one meal with a shared prep list and separate progress. Switch dishes while timers for the others stay in place
  • FeatureComplete steps and history: ingredients, quantities, and steps appear in task cards with horizontal browsing in landscape. Looking back does not change cooking progress
  • FeatureKitchen memory and meal ideas: confirmed preferences, dietary restrictions, and cooking history inform greetings and recommendations with reasons. Correct your preferences when they change
  • ImproveMore natural voice guidance: prep, questions, pauses, and progress stay connected to the current dish. Speech and screen share the same progress; asking a question or adding a timer does not mark a step complete
  • ImproveImproved voice connection and recording recovery when returning to the app, so interrupted cooking sessions are easier to continue
  • ImproveImproved cooking timers on iOS and Android with cached spoken reminders and system alarm integration
  • FixFixed similar private recipe names interfering with selection, such as choosing tomato and egg custard when asking for tomato and egg stir-fry
v1.5.1More reliable purchases, voice sessions, and recipe selection
2026-07-28
  • FixFixed the iOS 3000 Energy Pack getting stuck while creating a secure order, and made successful transaction replays converge without a false purchase-failed message
  • FixStrengthened Apple transaction certificate verification and pending-order recovery so energy and ledger updates arrive more reliably
  • FixImproved iOS recording and playback recovery to reduce sessions that stay in listening mode without speech recognition feedback
  • FixFixed recipe inspiration and voice-selection state drift so confirmed recipes appear and advance more consistently
  • ImproveShared recipes are saved before background processing, with more dependable results for long pages and sources such as CookGo
v1.5.0Save recipes easier, resume cooking, and use energy more smoothly
2026-07-23
  • FeatureYou can now save recipes from iOS, Android, or any recipe page with one tap, and Cook It Later handles them in the background
  • ImproveImported recipes are cleaner and more reliable, with clearer progress and clearer cleanup when needed
  • FeatureIf you leave, lock the screen, or lose network, cooking steps and timers now resume much easier
  • FeatureAdded WeChat payment for Energy Packs and 30-day pass on Android, with clearer delivery checks
  • FixExisting iOS monthly pass users keep access better after updates and reinstalls
  • FixVoice playback is smoother in long continuous cooking with fewer unnecessary pauses
  • ImprovePublic recipes and app opening paths from WeChat/Safari are easier to use
v1.4.5Easier sign-in, smoother saving, and steadier cooking
2026-07-20
  • FeatureSign in with Apple, Google, or WeChat and continue on another device without starting over
  • FeatureCook It Later can accept external links with clearer progress while they are prepared
  • FeatureEnergy top-up and subscription actions feel more responsive, with balance updates arriving sooner
  • ImproveHome, My Kitchen, and Xiaoya are easier to navigate and use
  • FixFixed stop-cook flow, login return feedback, voice recovery, and Android 15/16 edge-to-edge edge cases
v1.4.4Smoother voice replies and better compatibility
2026-07-07
  • ImproveVoice responses are faster and less choppy while cooking
  • ImproveOld and new devices both get the best available voice mode automatically
  • FixReduced long pauses between speech segments for more natural cooking conversation
  • FixImproved iOS microphone recovery and playback so listento-speak flows feel steadier
v1.4.2Clearer prep, steadier live-cook steps
2026-07-03
  • FeatureCooking cards show key ingredients before you start, so prep is easier
  • ImproveFollow-up questions stay smoother with better context across turns
  • ImproveOverall reliability is stronger during long cooking sessions
  • FixFixed some guided recipe sessions where step history was incomplete
v1.4.0Clearer energy usage and reminder support
2026-07-01
  • FeatureEnergy usage is clearer so you can see what matters while cooking
  • FeatureOne billing timeline makes usage review much easier
  • FeatureNotification reminders on Android are easier to follow
  • FeatureSimpler first-time setup for voice permissions
  • FeatureKitchen memory is clearer for multi-step conversations
  • ImproveReturning from background keeps cooking context more reliably
  • ImproveNoise resistance in the kitchen is improved
  • ImproveAndroid compatibility is stronger across more devices
v1.3.5Fewer interruptions when returning to cooking
2026-06-15
  • FixReturning from notifications or background no longer gets interrupted by repeated welcome prompts
  • FixSaved-cook links now open the correct recipe after signing in
  • FixFixed occasional out-of-order voice playback
  • FixTimer cancel now syncs correctly with notification state
  • FixPost-cooking summaries are saved more reliably
  • ImproveFavorite, share, and start-cooking actions are easier to find
  • ImproveAdded a clearer “Return Home” path after live cooking
v1.2.0More stable voice and more recipes
2026-05-29
  • FeatureVoice conversations are steadier so cooking flow is more natural
  • FeatureTimer actions now support confirm/cancel directly in voice
  • FeatureKitchen tools behave more consistently while cooking
  • FeatureRecipe library expanded to 646 everyday dishes
  • FixFixed iOS mic indicator not turning off after voice sessions
  • FixFixed occasional silence after post-cooking feedback
  • FixFixed recipe page differences across platforms
  • ImproveSpeech recognition is clearer with better noise handling
  • ImproveRecipe sync is faster with incremental updates
v1.1.0Preferences stay with you in the flow
2026-05-21
  • FeaturePreferences shared during voice sessions are saved automatically
  • FeatureNew users get one simple preference question to start quickly
  • FixFixed TTS silence in post-cooking feedback
  • FixFixed cancel commands not working during cooking
  • FixReduced ASR echo for clearer input
  • ImproveiOS audio sessions and Bluetooth A2DP are more stable
  • ImproveHome screen is cleaner with fewer distraction cards
  • ImproveKitchen and cooking history pages are easier to scan
v1.0.0Cookpal launch: voice cooking made easy
2026-05-01
  • FeatureReal-time voice cooking for asking while you cook
  • FeatureRecipe recommendations and step guidance in one place
  • FeatureCamera-assisted cooking support in the kitchen
  • FeatureCooking history and preference learning for better suggestions
  • FeatureiOS App Store release and Android APK download

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