Changelog
Track all updates and improvements to Net Bar.
v1.9.3
LatestImprovements
- License Management — Improved error handling when the device activation limit is reached, with a direct link to the billing portal to manage devices.
- Domain Migration — Updated all internal links (like Recover License) to point to the new
store.pixelsphere.appdomain.
Bug Fixes
- Fixed an issue where the Settings UI could display an outdated version number after updates.
v1.9.2
New Features
- Tabbed Settings Interface — Introduced a structured settings layout with tabs: General, Menu Bar, Alerts, Popover, and About.
- Animated Toggle Transitions — Added smooth animations for conditional settings to improve UI responsiveness.
- First-Run Onboarding — Implemented an onboarding sheet showcasing key features for new users.
- Accessibility Improvements — Added accessibility labels to all interactive elements for better usability.
- Custom Update Interval — Users can select refresh intervals: 1s, 2s, or 5s.
- Decimal Precision Control — Option to display values with 0, 1, or 2 decimal places.
- Menu Bar Tooltip — Added hover tooltip for quick network status insights.
- Network Quality Indicator — Introduced a colored dot representing connection quality.
- Notification Center Alerts — Integrated system alerts for network-related events.
- Bandwidth Usage Alerts — Added configurable daily and monthly data usage limits with alerts.
- Collapsible Sections in Popover — Improved UI organization with expandable and collapsible sections.
- Compact Popover Mode — Added a minimal view option for the popover interface.
- Graph Style Options — Users can switch between filled and line graph styles.
- Scheduled Speed Tests — Added automated periodic speed testing functionality.
- Auto-Slow on Battery — Reduces update frequency when running on battery to save power.
Improvements
- Enhanced overall UI consistency and responsiveness across settings and popover views.
- Improved user experience with better visual feedback and customization options.
Bug Fixes and Maintenance
- Replaced deprecated SecTrustGetCertificateAtIndex usage.
- Resolved @MainActor isolation warning.
- Migrated from deprecated NSUserNotification to modern notification handling.
Other Changes
- Reset All Settings Option — Added a reset button in the About tab to restore default settings.
v1.9.1
Fixed
- License Key Storage — The license key is now securely stored after activation.
- Persistent Activation — Restarting the device will no longer require re-entering the license key.
- License Verification — Improved stability in license verification.
v1.9
Added
- Network Sound Alerts — Get instantly notified with a sound when your Wi-Fi drops, internet goes down, ping spikes, or packet loss crosses your threshold. Upload your own custom alert sound.
Improved
- App Stability — General stability improvements and bug fixes for a smoother experience
- Performance — Optimized background resource usage and reduced memory footprint
v1.8
Added
- VPN Status — Instantly see your VPN connection status and active configurations
- Public IP — Track your public IP address and location with copy functionality
- Captive Portal Detection — Auto-detect captive portals on public Wi-Fi
- DNS Quick Switcher — One-click switching between Google, Cloudflare, Quad9
- WiFi Channel Scanner — Analyze nearby networks and optimize your WiFi
- Speed Test — On-demand speed tests with detailed results history
v1.7
Improvements
- Refined Speed Test UI for better clarity and usability
- Added ability to enable/disable Speed Test section from popup menu
- Support for rearranging Speed Test section within popup layout
- Improved Bit UI for cleaner interface
- Optimized overall application performance
v1.6
Added
- Built-in speed test to check internet speed directly within the app
- Mac temperature monitoring, visible in the menu bar
Fixed
- Resolved issue where traffic data was reset when updating app or shutting down Mac
- Various minor bugs and improved overall stability
v1.5
Added
- Unstack option in Settings to separate upload and download speed displays
- Share feature to easily share network statistics
Fixed
- Minor bug fixes and stability improvements
v1.4
Improvements
- Info tray now adaptive, adjusting height based on sections
- Settings rearranged and grouped for better organization
Fixed
- Fixed menu bar glitch when adding memory, RAM, or storage
- Resolved minor bugs to improve overall stability
v1.3
Added
- Comprehensive system stats: memory, processor, storage, battery, temperature
- Detailed network diagnostics: Wi-Fi details, signal strength, latency checks
- Advanced customization: drag-and-drop reordering, dynamic filtering, typography controls
- Smart tips based on hardware status
Improvements
- Native macOS experience built with SwiftUI and AppKit
- Updated app icon with refreshed design
v1.2
Fixed
- Fixed issue where app did not launch at login
v1.0
Initial ReleaseFeatures
- Real-time network monitoring with upload/download speeds in menu bar
- Detailed Wi-Fi stats: SSID, signal strength, noise graphs
- Latency monitoring with continuous ping and jitter tracking
- Customizable display: typography controls, units switching, appearance toggles