Ironbelly - Progress update thread (Sep - Dec 2020)

Hey everyone, it’s time for another update!

As of now both Android and iOS latest versions support Grin Addresses and Slatepack :partying_face:
Besides there is a couple things I’ve packed into the latest release as well:

  • Automatic background update of the transactions state, so no need to pull down manually!
  • Slightly different unlocking wallet mechanism under the hood, which would allow to speed things up a bit as well as removes the need to store password in JavaScript environment in the upcoming release.
  • Android should have a slightly faster Fingeprint unlock mechanism.
  • Implemented automatic screenshot taking before each release (Apple rejected a build recently because the screenshots were not up to date)
  • And as always minor cosmetic lift-up and optimizations :slight_smile:

What’s next?

Here is my current roadmap:

  • Bring QR codes for encoding Slatepacks and Grin addresses (should be in the next release)
  • Minimize places where sensitive data is exposed to the JavaScript runtime (continue my effort, which I’ve started in the current release).
  • Introducing PIN instead of a password, which would allow to increase level of security and create a better UX for unlocking.
  • Ability to change PIN

Also, I’m planning to release version 5.x of the wallet with a complete support of the upcoming hardfork on time!

Deprecation note!

After the upcoming hardfork Ironbelly would not support http and file transactions in favor of Grin addresses and Slatepack.

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