We’re excited to unveil the version 16.x series, a comprehensive set of updates that spans from 16.0 to 16.9. These releases bring significant improvements, powerful new features, and essential bug fixes that elevate the overall performance and user experience of our platform. Whether it's the seamless integration of React, the enhanced handling of external test data, or the removal of outdated dependencies like the YouTube player, each version in this release cycle builds on the foundation of the last to deliver a more robust, efficient, and user-friendly system.

In this release cycle, we’ve introduced smarter URL validation, refined eye-tracking functionalities, improved custom payment methods, and integrated the ML Tracker—all designed to streamline workflows and enhance accuracy. Along with key performance upgrades, we've tackled important bug fixes such as multiple test runner triggers and calibration point issues, ensuring smoother operations across the board.

Dive into the full release notes to see how versions 16.0 through 16.9 continue to push the boundaries of innovation!

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Version 16.9.0 - 2024-09-03

Improvements

• Enhanced user-provided URL validation and creation​.

Version 16.8.3 - 2024-09-02

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issues with counting RE Panelist​.

Version 16.8.2 - 2024-09-02

Bug Fixes

• Resolved double camera preview issue​.

Version 16.8.1 - 2024-08-31

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issue with study searching by type​.

Version 16.8.0 - 2024-08-30

Improvements

• Refactored study and item types​.

Version 16.7.1 - 2024-08-30

Bug Fixes

• Fixed pulse calibration point​.

Version 16.7.0 - 2024-08-30

Improvements

• Refined user role display with added support for new role symbols​.

Version 16.6.7 - 2024-08-30

Bug Fixes

• Fixed calibration point pulse behavior​.

Version 16.6.6 - 2024-08-29

New Features

• Introduced role alpha and StudyWizard enums​.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed enum usage​.

Version 16.6.5 - 2024-08-28

Bug Fixes

• Resolved issues with custom payment amounts​.

Version 16.6.4 - 2024-08-27

Improvements

• Improved rollback process for study results migrations​.

Version 16.6.3 - 2024-08-26

Bug Fixes

• Prevented unnecessary changes to package-lock.json​.

Version 16.6.2 - 2024-08-23

Bug Fixes

• Reverted heatmap size changes on small screens​.
• Fixed multiple test runners triggering due to fast clicks​.

Version 16.6.1 - 2024-08-22

Improvements

• Reduced severity of errors in studies without Facial Coding enabled​.

Version 16.6.0 - 2024-08-22

Improvements

• Removed obsolete JS SDK versions​.

Version 16.5.1 - 2024-08-21

Bug Fixes

• Resolved issues with multiple redirect parameters post-login​.

Version 16.5.0 - 2024-08-21

New Features

• Integrated the React framework into the platform​.

Version 16.4.4 - 2024-08-20

Bug Fixes

• Fixed issues with viewing shared heatmaps as anonymous users​.

Version 16.4.0 - 2024-08-19

Improvements

• Removed obsolete eye-tracker setups​.

Version 16.3.0 - 2024-08-14

Improvements

• Enhanced validation handling for external test data​.

Version 16.2.0 - 2024-08-13

Improvements

• Removed YouTube player dependencies​.

Version 16.1.0 - 2024-08-13

New Features

• Completed integration of ML Tracker​.

Version 16.0.0 - 2024-08-06

New Features

• Wrapped up major database migrations for version 16​.
• Fixed multiple URL parameter issues after redirects​.

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We are excited to announce the release of version 15.x, a significant milestone that introduces a wide range of enhancements to improve functionality, user experience, and system reliability. Over the course of several updates, this version brings in new features that make our platform more robust, bug fixes to streamline performance, and crucial improvements that elevate both usability and security.

From license management improvements to new calibration methods for eye-tracking, version 15.x offers innovations across the board. In this release, you will also find enhanced debugging capabilities, multilingual support, and refined tools that simplify complex workflows.

Dive into the detailed release notes to explore how version 15.x makes your experience smoother and more powerful!

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Version 15.75.0 - 2024-08-06

New Features

• Map Clicks limited mapping implementation .

Version 15.74.1 - 2024-08-01

Bug Fixes

• Detected laptops with touch screens as computers .

Version 15.74.0 - 2024-07-29

Improvements

• Removed deprecated YouTube API integration .

Version 15.72.1 - 2024-07-26

Bug Fixes

• Fixed license date format .

Version 15.72.0 - 2024-07-18

New Features

• Added license editing functionalities .

Version 15.71.4 - 2024-07-16

Improvements

• Increased bonus time threshold for study .

Version 15.71.3 - 2024-07-15

New Features

• Locale support for the billing form .

Version 15.71.2 - 2024-07-11

Bug Fixes

• Corrected video delay related to data display .

Version 15.71.1 - 2024-07-10

Bug Fixes

• Fixed Japanese locale code from 'jp' to 'ja' .

Version 15.75.0 - 2024-08-06

New Features

• Implemented limited mapping for map clicks.

Improvements

• Upgraded NewRelic PHP Agent to version 10.22.0.12​.

Version 15.74.1 - 2024-08-01

Bug Fixes

• Laptops with touch screens are now correctly detected as computers​.

Version 15.74.0 - 2024-07-29

Improvements

• Removed deprecated YouTube API integration​.

Version 15.72.1 - 2024-07-26

Bug Fixes

• Corrected the license date format on calendar widgets​.

Version 15.72.0 - 2024-07-18

New Features

• Introduced functionalities for license editing​​.

Version 15.71.4 - 2024-07-16

Improvements

• Increased the bonus time threshold for study completion​.

Version 15.71.3 - 2024-07-15

New Features

• Added locale support for billing forms​.

Version 15.71.2 - 2024-07-11

Bug Fixes

• Resolved the issue where video display was delayed compared to data​.

Version 15.71.1 - 2024-07-10

Bug Fixes

• Updated the Japanese locale code from 'jp' to the correct 'ja'​.

Version 15.70.0 - 2024-07-03

Bug Fixes

• Corrected RealEye license spelling​.
• Fixed calibration background color issue for the second point​.

Version 15.69.0 - 2024-07-03

Improvements

• Consistent denormalization of calibration points from a fraction of the screen​.

Version 15.68.0 - 2024-07-02

Improvements

• Improved debug handling

Version 15.67.1 - 2024-06-27

New Features

• Introduced default calibration settings for websites​.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed quick calibration dot position on strict CSP (Content Security Policy) websites​.

Version 15.66.0 - 2024-06-18

New Features

• Added the ability to assign one unassigned license​.

Version 15.65.0 - 2024-06-17

Bug Fixes

• Fixed multiple issues with invalid eye-tracking sample timestamps​.

Version 15.64.0 - 2024-06-13

Bug Fixes

• Fixed MLTracker calibration points​.
• Resolved issues in the old ML Tracker implementation​.

Version 15.63.0 - 2024-06-12

New Features

• Custom calibration points now available as a URL parameter​.

Version 15.61.2 - 2024-06-10

Bug Fixes

• Resolved incorrect duration time in bad quality stats​.

Version 15.61.0 - 2024-06-07

New Features

• Added Hungarian translations​.

Version 15.60.9 - 2024-06-06

Bug Fixes

• Fixed missing padding on heatmap metrics​.

Version 15.60.5 - 2024-06-03

Bug Fixes

• Fixed excessive logs for participants in Statistics & Tools​.

Version 15.60.3 - 2024-05-29

Bug Fixes

• Addressed issues with the 'isStudyPaused' state validation​.

Version 15.60.0 - 2024-05-24

Improvements

• Enhanced quick calibration for improved accuracy​.

Version 15.59.0 - 2024-05-24

Improvements

• Added success message translations​.

Version 15.58.13 - 2024-05-21

Bug Fixes

• Fixed update quality stats​.

Version 15.58.11 - 2024-05-18

Bug Fixes

• Fixed cloning issue where the image was unavailable for a single item​.

Version 15.58.9 - 2024-05-17

Bug Fixes

• Fixed first calibration point coordinates and background​.
• Resolved quick calibration points coordinates issues​.

Version 15.58.0 - 2024-05-17

Improvements

• Updated the logic for cloning items and handling metrics​.

Version 15.57.0 - 2024-04-29

New Features

• Added an optional image for survey questions​.

Version 15.54.0 - 2024-04-24

New Features

• Added rotating animation for calibration validation​.

Version 15.53.0 - 2024-04-23

New Features

• Updated calibration point size to match new target​.

Version 15.52.0 - 2024-04-22

Bug Fixes

• Corrected participant ID query for drop rate stats​.

Version 15.51.4 - 2024-04-19

Bug Fixes

• Fixed virtual chin rest behavior and loader visibility issues​.

Version 15.51.0 - 2024-04-17

New Features

• Added virtual chin rest functionality​.

Version 15.50.0 - 2024-04-10

Improvements

• Added multi-click protection and improved screen recording instructions​.

Version 15.48.0 - 2024-04-04

New Features

• Optimized worker deployment times and adjusted CSS for dot animations​.

Version 15.47.0 - 2024-04-02

New Features

• Introduced cache TTL constants and worker optimization for AOI metrics​.

Version 15.46.0 - 2024-03-25

New Features

• Added SMS service for payment notifications​.

Version 15.44.0 - 2024-03-21

New Features

• Implemented VAT handling for B2C and PL2PL transactions​.

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Release Notes

We're excited to announce the latest update to our platform, designed to enhance your experience and address some key issues identified by our user community. This release brings new features, user interface improvements, fixes, and performance upgrades.

New Features

• Camera Usage Warning: To improve user experience and prevent conflicts, we've added a warning notification when the camera is being used by another application.
• Download Heatmap for Embedded Websites: You can now directly download heatmaps for websites embedded within our platform, streamlining your analysis workflow.
• Unified Media Uploader: Simplify your workflow with our new single uploader for both images and videos, making it easier to manage your media files.

Enhancements

• UI Improvements:
  • Previous and Next Panelist Navigation: On the recording screen, navigate seamlessly between panelists with new Previous and Next buttons, enhancing your review process.
• CSV Adjustments: We've removed duplicated columns in the CSV export to streamline data analysis and improve clarity.

Fixes

• Heatmap Rendering: Fixed an issue where heatmaps were not rendering correctly for small images, ensuring accurate data representation across all image sizes.
• Stimuli Flow: Updated the stimuli flow process after uploading items to maintain the correct order, enhancing the consistency of your tests.
• Facial Coding Error: Addressed a specific facial coding error that caused a stimulus display loop in some edge cases, improving reliability.

Performance Improvements

• Calibration Enhancements:
  • Improved the calibration performance, making the process faster and more accurate.
  • Fixed an issue where moving the calibration point could trigger unwanted mouse events, enhancing the calibration accuracy.
  • Modified the calibration process to wait for all data to be processed before applying the regression model, ensuring higher precision.
• Data Processing:
  • Streamlined the "AOI Stats per Participant" CSV data streaming, improving the efficiency of data analysis.

Thank you for your continued support. We're committed to continually improving our platform to meet your needs and appreciate any feedback you have on these updates.

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• #ui Add warning when camera is curently use by another application
• #fix Heatmap rendering for small images
• #fix Update stimuli flow after uploading items to ensure right order.
• #ui Download heatmap for embeded website
• #ui Single uploader for images and videos
• #ui Previous and Next panelist buttons on recording screen
• #csv Remove duplicated columns
• #performance #fix moving calibration point unwanted mouse events
• #performance Improve calibration performance.
• #performance Stream "AOI Stats per Participant" CSV.
• #performance wait for all data to process calibration (regression model)
• #fix Fix Facial Coding error causing stimulus display loop in some edge cases.
• #fix disable touch swiping modal content
• #performance Improve performance of recalculating calibration data
• #fix Add fallback url for the rare case that source from blob breaks video.
• #performance Introduce workers to improve backend performance.

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• #fix Image for screen recording, and type: url
• #dev Prevent adding internal RealEye URL variables to finishUrl
• #fix Auto play video on demo (iPhones).
• #fix parameter keys can have '.'
• #fix On replacing old image, hotspots are rescaled to match new dimensions.
• Figma import
• #ui Update hotspots after replacing image.
• #fix Scale hotspots on video replace.
• #fix Open hosted app in our domain and if white label enabled change participant invitation link accordingly.
• #fix Handle empty denoised data.
• Study recordings white label
• #hotfix don't scale embedded recording by top and bottom bar
• #fix Volume down/up/mute keys don't  trigger "on keypress"
• #ui Round max view time up (ceil), not down (floor)
• #ux Enter acts as shortcut for clicking Next button
• Register with Google Account
• #ux add missing labels for PL ES PT
• Pass parameter to iframe with & or ? depends on the item URL
• #ux add missing translations for footer and mockup tests
• New itemTestId column in AOI fixations per participant report
• #fix Rectangular part in polygon AOI problem
• #sdk For dynamic height (infinite scroll) website use AOI Position Log and "scroll" event to override it.
• #sdk Embedded Website SDK 1.4.0.
• #doc Live website example with infinite scroll.
• #sdk Detect Webflow layout height properly.
• #fix Update slider after gaze data is loaded to ensure clicks are "refreshed"
• #fix Apply filtering doesn't trigger slider to update so current video time is no longer set to wrong value
• #ux - copy item and place it as the next on in the studyFlow order
• Remove "word count" metric (#performance)
• #fix Redundant loadResults call if no participantUrl supplied.
• #fix Add challenge requested flag.
• Let keeping preview results
• #csv "AOI Metrics per participant" replacing "AOI Fixations Stats per participant".
• #ui update few ES translations
• #ui Make "reset password" email look nice
• #security Password reset captcha