In space? That’s because space is a vacuum, and the lack of matter means that sound has no way to travel. Sound is actually vibrations, which reverberate through the air and other matter, and are then picked up by your ears. Without the matter to vibrate… no sound!
On the GIFs you’re downloading? That’s because the GIF format doesn’t support sound. It’s just an image format, not video (like movies, Vines and some Instagram posts). That’s why so many GIFs have captions added to them, so you can understand what people are shown as saying.
Version 1.2.2 is hitting the App Store RIGHT NOW OMG
Sure, a few people have had some issues with the last couple of updates, and yeah, ok, there was some loss of GIFs involved, and SURE… Ant Man turned out to be a pretty average movie when compared to The Winter Soldier, but I mean, it’s not ALL bad, is it?
Anyway, my latest update definitely solves those first two problems, but look, you’re on your own with that last one. Two out of three ain’t bad, right? RIGHT?
Also, UPDATE NOTES.
Things get super crazy sometimes. Imagine you're a squirrel and you're abducted by aliens that look like hairbrushes. They take you back to their home world, where everyone lives in peace and harmony, but there's something sinister lurking beneath the surfa… wait, where was I going with this? Looking back over the last couple of sentences, maybe I should just move on and talk about things I've changed, yeah? All in favour? GOOD.
• A couple of messages in the Photos section had rogue buttons smelling up the joint. I humanely disposed of them, and while I was at it, cleared out some of additional cruft that was contributing to the smell.
• The Library sort order now gets properly saved and more importantly retrieved when you restart the app. So, you know, you can always sort the way you want. No one's gonna judge.
• Turns out there was still a way to end up with leftovers when you cleared a query in the Search tab. Occasionally the app would get duplicate results back from Giphy and that was sending things all screwy, and now it won't. Friggin' duplicates.
• There was a bunch of unused code hanging out in weird alleyways and shady bars, and I took a hose and cleaned up the streets. Really scrubbed em' until they were shiny. I'm not sure the analogy is really working anymore, but you get the drift.
• If you tried to sort a library that wasn't linked with Dropbox by "Last Modified", you might be surprised to find that it's exactly the same as sorting by name. Turns out that's not necessarily true, and now we can call this one solved, and get back to business.
Oh, right. I remember where that weird squirrel story was going before. Apparently the metadata wouldn't be saved after the app was initially migrated (yeah, more of those migration issues), and everything would fall to pieces when the app was closed. To solve this (and potentially the other issues), I've implemented what I dub PLAN SQUIRREL ALPHA:
• Save the metadata after migration is complete.
Yeah, it's good, right? I came up with it myself. Also PLAN SQUIRREL ALPHA is a two part plan, so it gets better:
• The app will now attempt to find any orphaned files (files that weirdly exist without the metadata that usually accompany them), and move them back to the Documents directory (which is accessible from iTunes File Sharing).
This should hopefully assist with restoring some users' libraries, and help restore my squirrel honour. I also plan on improving this with an additional feature, but for now it's a start. We can begin the healing process and get people back on the road to sharing GIFs.
Now, since there's little (nothing) that you could do to import GIFs from File Sharing after they're recovered, I also decided to release a new feature a little earlier than planned: In the top left corner of the library, you'll find an import button. This opens the iOS Document Picker, with a couple of sweet custom additions:
• If GIFwrapped detects a compatible image in the clipboard, the "Clipboard" option will import it directly to your library. I know, I know… FINALLY.
• The "iTunes File Sharing" options allows you to use the feature of the same name to drop GIFs into your library, and allows you to import multiple images at once. As a bonus, the images recovered by PLAN SQUIRREL ALPHA will end up here, so you can reimport them super quick.
It was inevitable that we would meet, here, in this place… to celebrate the release of version 1.2! Oh man, you guys, the EXCITEMENT.
And as always, update notes!
Come one, come all, to the unveiling of this illustrious new version of GIFwrapped! The app has all of your favourite features, and has even learned a few new tricks, so why listen to me talk about that fact when you could be reading other, more detailed information about the tricks and their specifics?
The library has been rebuilt from the ground up, and features a host of improvements that help it stay in sync with Dropbox faster and better than it ever could. Plus, with new features like background downloads and the ability to sync your GIFs on-demand, it would be forgivable to ask the question, “Why the math wasn’t it always like this?”.
Well, because… uh… HEY! Look over there!
The version also introduces the first GIFwrapped action extension! Save GIFs straight to your library with a touch of the screen in a specific area that has the appropriate button on it, which you’d have previously switched on in the “More” section of the bottom row of icons in an action sheet. Hey presto, isn’t that grand?!
The search tab has also had a little makeover, and now has the addition of a dedicated button for using the contents of the clipboard to find GIFs! No more manual pasting into the search bar, you can simply tap a button and any text or URLs in your clipboard will be dropped in for you.
Settings has been moved out into the open from it’s hiding place inside the library, allowing super quick access to all the settings you could need. Also it has a new icon… and yeah, look, there’s not a lot to say about settings, but at least it’s a lot easier to find now? WHAT DO YOU WANT FROM ME
There are a whole slew of other tiny fixes, from an improved feedback screen to more useful shortcuts when you tap the tab bar buttons multiple times. This version of GIFwrapped is one of the best I’ve had the pleasure of releasing, and there’s even more to come.
Get GIFwrapped - Find, Collect and Share Animated GIFs on the App Store. See screenshots and ratings, and read customer reviews.
When the big guy released my v1.1.1 update a month ago, he overlooked some massive issues like not being able to share from my Photos tab. This version (v1.1.2, which is rolling out as you read this probably) should hopefully fix that so we can all get on with our Very Important Tumblring™.
The big guy’s update notes after the jump!
INTERNAL MEMO 840623.hg2g42
CONFIDENTIAL
To: All Staff
Today we are releasing what Management has given the official description of "bug fix build". Its sole reason for existence is to fix issues that some of GIFwrapped's users have been experiencing, and very little else.
The details for this release are as follows:
Items from the Photos section can, once again, be shared without hesitation. Previously, the behaviour was such that an error was consistently thrown, causing a modicum of panic and mayhem, the cause of which has now been resolved. The damage caused by this issue is believed to be extensive; as such Management offer their sincere apologies for those who lost family and/or friends to this incident.
Several weeks ago, the search results provider momentarily ceased to transmit the number of results the query was returning, which was not something we were prepared to deal with. Although this was quickly resolved on their end (seemingly within a matter of hours), measures have been taken to ensure that the people of Earth are protected from future incidents like this.
In instances where a search query is empty, images will now be allocated the generic "image.gif" as their name for the purposes of display, and saving to the Library. Do not be alarmed at this seemingly inhumane treatment of search results; Management would like to reiterate that company policy states that search results are not self aware.
For maximum synergy with Dropbox and other computing systems, GIFwrapped should no longer allow you to add files with names that vary only in alphabetical case, i.e. if you have an image named "iMagE.Gif" in your library, you will not be able to add an item named the more sensible "image.gif". There may still be issues caused by the underlying problem, but please be aware that Management are synchronising their efforts to ensure this matter is dealt with swiftly.
The Settings screen was acting in a nefarious manner if you tried to open an Image from outside the app while it was open. Management do not take this sort of activity lightly, and the matter has been resolved privately. If future, should you wish to open an Image in GIFwrapped using a share sheet, you should be presented with a preview, rather than having the Settings screen block the preview from loading correctly.
It was discovered that the Search tab was errantly attempting to display the message intended for the empty screen over search results when tapping in the search bar at the top of the screen. After performing a round of rigorous behavioural realignment therapy, this issue should not present itself again at this time.
To ensure a continued state of cooperation, Management has authorised the two new additions to the GIFwrapped URL scheme. The details for these will be added to the FAQs page for the URL scheme, accessible from http://gifwrapped.co/faq.
Despite the continued compatibility of this release with iOS 7, the next major release will no longer support any version lower than iOS 8. Please ensure that, for continued compatibility, you are using the latest iOS version available from Apple.
Thank you for your continued service with GIFwrapped. Your support is valued and appreciated by Management. Should you desire to express your feelings for GIFwrapped, you may leave an honest review on iTunes, or get in touch via @gifwrapped on Twitter. Please note that Management does not endorse emotional responses and these will be dealt with according to the terms of your contract.
Here it comes, here comes version 1.1.1, straight into your hearts and also iPhones, I guess. I’ve had a few little fixes done here and there, so theoretically I should behave myself now.
HAHAHA let’s go on a bender and not tell the big guy. POST ALL THE GIFS
Here’s his release notes, BTW:
Dear sir, madam, cat or other,
Please find enclosed an app update which contains several small bug fixes and subtle improvements. This update is a response to some crashes that occurred for some users, some of the feature requests that were submitted, as well as a response to the rising instances of floop shortage in eastern Mars.
Some details about some added features and fixes:
The library has had several speed improvements, and shouldn’t be jerky when scrolling any more. It’s not that jerky is all bad (it’s actually a delicious source of protein) but I’m told that scrolling should have more of a butter flavour. Like popcorn.
For those who have the “Super Search” upgrade, you can now remove individual searches from your Saved and Recent sections. Swipe left on a search, and then tap the delete button. It does what it says on the tin.
A URL scheme (gifwrapped://) has been added for automating access to certain features of the app. If you’d like more details about how this works, follow the white rabbit to Wonderland, or possibly read the FAQ about it which you’ll find on the website.
There were a few crash-causing bugs that have been eradicated for your convenience. For example: double-tapping the preview screen while a GIF was still loading would cause the preview try to zoom into nothing. This obviously defies several laws of physics, and we don’t want the fuzz on our tail.
The info view (the little (i) button in the GIF preview) now has a ‘Save to Photos’ action which will… save that GIF to your photos library? MAGIC. I’ve also taken the liberty of making the file size available for everyone and not just those who help ensure I eat more than a pack of 2 minute noodles by purchasing the upgrade for this screen.
Thanks for all of the support with these last couple of updates. The response has been amazing, and I’m excited for what’s in store for the next few months!
This will likely be the final release that includes support for iOS7. Sorry kids, it’s the way of the world. You’ll learn that when you grow up and leave the farm.
If you’d like to show your support, it’d be awesome if you’d take a moment and leave an honest review in iTunes, or shoot the app a tweet via @gifwrapped.
It's been a long few months since v1.0.5, and a lot has happened in that time: Chrises Pratt and Evans won the super bowl, we've had a trailer for Star Wars VII, and Twitter finally "supports" animated GIFs.
But now a new version of GIFwrapped is here, and we can finally usher in a new era of sweet awesomeness.
OK FINE. Enough reminiscing. Have some update notes.
1. INT. EVIL CORPORATION HEADQUARTERS
THE DEVELOPER sits at an oversized desk in an office at the top of the immense tower of evil, feet up and smoking a cigar. Cigars are evil, right? Work with me here. It's early evening, and the magic hour sunlight streams in through the office windows, so the whole thing looks kinda pretty really. PRETTY MENACING. Ha!
THE DEVELOPER
Mua ha ha ha ha cough
Suddenly, AWESOME GAL enters the office. Like the name suggests, she's awesome. Also a gal, which is a word for young ladies that originated in the 1950s or something. Did I mention that she's awesome? She is.
AWESOME GAL
You'll never get away with this, The Developer!
THE DEVELOPER
Oh, but I already have, Awesome Gal! Nothing you do can stop the build from being released now! I've removed so many features, and rebuilt almost everything! It's barely even the same app anymore!
AWESOME GAL
You monster! You removed features? Why would you do such a thing?
THE DEVELOPER
The Twitter timeline is no more! Twitter's native GIF support broke my detection of GIFs because almost all the GIFs people post these days are actually videos!
AWESOME GAL throws her hands in the air in shock.
AWESOME GAL
The horror!
THE DEVELOPER
I know, right? And even though I know it's a super popular feature, it's just not possible at this time for me to support a feature like that, so instead of trying to get it working again, I spent a lot of time making sure that other parts of the app are significantly improved, and I even added some small, but useful, features.
AWESOME GAL
Wait… what?
THE DEVELOPER gets up from his desk and throws his fake cigar in the trash. Oh, you didn't know? It's fake. Because real cigars are disgusting, and super bad for you.
THE DEVELOPER
Well, everything should be a lot more stable now, because I rebuilt a lot of things to be more stable and to handle problems better. So less crashes, you know?
AWESOME GAL
…Yeah…
THE DEVELOPER
Plus, the GIF preview is now super slick and has a cool landscape view that removes all the unnecessary bars and focuses on the sweet GIFs. Oh! Oh! And there's a really cool new info view that makes renaming and managing your collection super easy!
AWESOME GAL
Wow… really?
THE DEVELOPER
Yeah, totally. Plus there are new upgrades that you can purchase which lets you see things like duration and the number of frames in your GIFs… Oh! And saved searches!
AWESOME GAL
Saved searches?
THE DEVELOPER
Yeah, there's an upgrade for the search tab that shows you your recent searches, and you can even star searches so that they're always there. It's basically like being able to create your own categories!
AWESOME GAL
Oh wow! But why'd you release such an awesome update if you're evil?
THE DEVELOPER
I'm not evil. You… you didn't think? HA! This isn't my office. I was just enjoying the view from these windows. Isn't the late evening light so beautiful?
AWESOME GAL
So you're not evil?
THE DEVELOPER
No.
AWESOME GAL
But you are The Developer?
THE DEVELOPER
Well, yeah. But you could just call me Jelly. Or Daniel, I guess. People only call me "The Developer" because I make GIFwrapped.
AWESOME GAL
And you DID remove the Twitter timeline…?
THE DEVELOPER
Yeah… and I'm sorry, but I didn't really have a choice. Twitter's video conversion thing kinda forced my hand on that one.
AWESOME GAL
Oh. So why was I called here? I thought I was supposed to be fighting evil.
THE DEVELOPER
I dunno, but… while you're here, why don't we share some of our favourite GIFs with each other? Do you have a Twitter account?
AWESOME GAL
Yeah…
THE DEVELOPER
You should send me some GIFs to @gifwrapped. Oh, and if you end up liking this update, maybe help me out by posting a review on the App Store?
AWESOME GAL
Yeah, OK then.
AWESOME GAL joins THE DEVELOPER behind the desk and they look out the office windows at the beautiful view together, laughing and sharing GIFs as the sun slowly disappears behind the horizon.
