v5.2.1

New

• None

Enhancements

• None

Fixes

• Sticker panel does not open from main Message List but works in Thread Reply: Fixed the issue preventing the sticker panel from opening in the main message view.
• Header text cut off at the top in Calls tab: Resolved display issue where header text was truncated at the top of the Calls tab.
• Two chat windows open when clicking "Message Privately" in group: Fixed a bug where two chat windows were opened upon selecting "Message Privately" in a group.
• App crashes when recording voice while playing audio: Resolved crash occurring when attempting to record voice messages while playing audio.
• Deleted message still shows read/delivery receipts: Fixed the issue where deleted messages were still displaying read and delivery receipts.
• Sticker panel not closing after coming back from thread: Resolved issue where the sticker panel remained open after returning from a thread.
• Sticker Panel Fails to Open After Sending Sticker in Thread and Returning to Main Message View: Fixed the issue preventing the sticker panel from opening after sending a sticker in a thread and returning to the main message view.
• App Crashes When Sending More Than 7–10 Documents via Attach Document in Message List: Resolved the crash that occurred when sending more than 7–10 documents via the Attach Document feature in the message list.
• Rapid Call Status Transitions Displayed Incorrectly in Android Message List During iOS to Android Call: Fixed the display issue with rapid call status transitions in the message list during iOS to Android calls.
• Reply Attempt to Blocked User Shows Unsent Message Count in Message List: Resolved the issue where attempting to reply to a blocked user showed an unsent message count.
• UI Breaks on Chat Screen After Resuming App from Background with Keyboard Open: Fixed UI breaking on the chat screen when the app was resumed from the background with the keyboard open.
• Group Count Not Updating After Group Owner Transfers Ownership and Exits: Resolved the issue where the group member count did not update after the group owner transferred ownership and exited.
• Cursor is not active in the search box after pressing the "Enter" key: Fixed the issue where the cursor was not active in the search box after pressing the "Enter" key.
• Fixed an issue where incoming calls could not be answered when the app was in a killed state. This update ensures that users can now pick up calls reliably, even if the app was previously closed.

Deprecations

• None

Removals

• None

v5.2.0

New

• Added messageStream observable and streamingState observable, enabling developers to subscribe to AI agent message events and stream content updates in real time.
• Added CometChatAIAssistantMessageBubble with Markdown support, enabling clear and formatted rendering of AI Agent messages for improved readability and user experience.
• Provided quick starter suggestions in the empty state to help users begin interactions with the AI agent faster.
• Added "New Chat" button to reset conversation context and chat history sidebar for easy access to previous sessions.
• Enabled full customization through props, including:
• Streaming speed adjustments.
• Custom header, empty state, and error views.
• Visibility toggles for suggestions, history, and new chat buttons.
• Introduced callback actions for:
• onBackButtonClicked — Handle back navigation.
• onCloseButtonClicked — Handle closing the assistant chat.
• onError — Capture and handle runtime errors from header, list, or composer.
• Added aiAssistantTools prop to enable AI agent tool/function calls during conversation.

Enhancements

• None

Fixes

• None

v5.1.2

New

• None

Enhancements

• Improved image on-touch functionality for a smoother and more responsive viewing experience in ImageViewer.
• Updated UIKIT to replace deprecated SafeAreaView in React Native.

Fixes

• Fixed an issue where the warning was missing when creating a poll with more than 12 options
• Fixed an issue where the read more button disappeared on reacting to the message.
• Fixed an issue with missing date separator when adding multiple members to a group.
• Fixed an issue in the sample app to disable the composer in threads for blocked users
• Fixed an issue where long group names broke the UI in the thread message header
• Resolved navigation bug that redirected users to the conversation list instead of group chat after accessing Group Info/Add Member/Banned Member/View Member.
• Fixed duplicate and missing date separators displayed in message lists and thread messages.
• Resolved issue where long messages were cut off and displayed with "..." instead of the full text.
• Fixed an issue where the hardware back button did not work correctly in the Add Members view
• Fixed issue where messages sent in Thread appeared in the main message list.
• Fixed an issue where sending images caused the app to crash.
• Fixed an issue where mentioning a user caused the UI to flicker.

v5.1.1

New

• Added localization support for additional languages and regions:
  • English (United Kingdom) – en-GB
  • English (United States) – en-US
  • Japanese – ja
  • Korean – ko
  • Dutch – nl
  • Turkish – tr
  • Italian - it

Enhancements

• Enabled the ability to override existing localizations and add support for new languages, giving developers more control over language customization in the UI.
• Enabled localization and developer customization support for date and time formats, allowing developers to tailor display formats to match the app’s locale and specific design requirements.
• Added the ability to customize the leading view in message bubbles using CometChatMessageTemplate.

Fixes

• Resolved an issue where the typing indicator did not appear correctly in message headers.
• Disabled long-press actions for unsent messages.
• Fixed an issue where the proximity sensor did not turn off the screen during calls when the phone was brought close to the ear.
• Fixed an issue where group search results were displayed incorrectly on scrolling.
• Fixed mention taps in the sample app to correctly navigate to the user’s chat.
• Fixed an issue that caused the Expo app to crash.
• Fixed an issue where emojis in group names appeared broken in group icons.

Deprecations

• None

Removals

• None

Known Issues

• None

v5.0.2

New

• None

Enhancements

• React Native 0.81 Support added
• Expo v54.x Support added
• Mentions Style Refact: Improved styling for mentions to ensure consistency in presentation.

Fixes

• Inconsistent Cursor Behavior: Resolved cursor focus issues when adding poll options.
• Mention Deletion: Fixed deletion bug where mentions were removed character-by-character instead of as a whole.
• Video Player Behavior: Videos now open in full-screen mode when clicked, instead of the mini-player.
• Unblock Option in Composer: Restored the missing unblock option in the composer block text.
• Timestamp Issue in Voice Recordings: Corrected timestamp display errors for voice recordings in threads.
• UI Update for Block/Unblock Action: Fixed issue where Block/Unblock message UI did not update after the second action.
• Reaction Panel: Fixed issue where the reaction panel didn't open when holding on the center of a video.
• Thread Message Navigation: Resolved issue where navigating back from thread messages redirected to conversation list.
• Unblock Text Display: Fixed issue with incorrect display of "Unblock" text after unblocking a user.
• Group Name/Password Persistence: Fixed issue where group name and password persisted when navigating back to group creation screen.
• Emoji Display in Reactions: Resolved problem where emojis were not displaying in reactions.
• Message Composer Flickering: Fixed flickering in the composer when the keyboard was opened.
• Sticker Icon Highlight: Fixed the issue where the sticker icon did not highlight when selected after focusing on the input field.
• Mismatch Between Call Types: Corrected mismatch between the call type in the Calls tab and the Call Details view.
• @Username Tap: Fixed issue where tapping on @username did not open the user's chat.
• Audio Message Play Simultaneously: Resolved issue where multiple audio messages played at the same time.
• App Crash on Navigation: Fixed crash when navigating back to conversation list after playing a recording.
• Leave Button in Group Info: Fixed issue with the "Leave" button not working in group info.
• Extra Padding in Message Options: Removed unnecessary left padding in message options section.
• Message Composer Flicker: Fixed the flickering issue in the composer screen.
• UI Break After Group Creation: Resolved UI issues after creating a group.
• Blocked User Status in Call Details: Fixed issue where a blocked user's status was still showing in the call details.
• Blocked User Typing Status: Fixed issue where a blocked user still appeared as typing.
• Delete Chat Issue: Fixed issue where all modules were displayed after selecting "Delete Chat."

Deprecations

• None

Removals

• None

Known Issues

• None

v4.3.9

New

• Updated the Sample App to React Native 0.78 with New Architecture enabled.

Enhancements

• The customSoundForOutgoingMessages now functions correctly in the CometChatMessages component, allowing users to customize sounds for outgoing messages.

Fixes

• Resolved an issue where the error state view briefly appeared before the reaction list loaded.
• Fixed modal presentation issues on iOS, ensuring consistent behavior.
• Corrected a bug that caused old usernames to appear in conversations after the user updated their name.
• Fixed the incorrect type definition for the voiceRecordingIconURL prop.
• Addressed type errors caused by incorrect typings across the UI Kit.

Deprecations

• None

Removals

• None

v5.0.1+SampleAppExpo

New

• Upgraded both SampleApp and SampleAppWithPushNotifications to React Native 0.79.4 for improved compatibility and performance.
• Introduced a new SampleAppExpo to demonstrate integration and usage of the UI Kit in Expo-based projects.

Enhancements

• None.

Deprecations

• None.

Removals

• None.

v5.0.1

New

• Added Expo compatibility, enabling seamless integration with Expo projects.
• Introduced React Native support from version 0.77 to the latest, expanding compatibility with various React Native versions.

Enhancements

• None

Fixes

• Resolved an issue where the "Edit" option would not open while the keyboard was active.
• Fixed a bug where the password-protected icon was not displayed in the conversation list.
• Corrected an issue where an incorrect password was shown when rejoining a private protected group after leaving without transferring ownership.
• Fixed an issue where not clicking on the "Block/Delete Chat" button would still trigger the button action.
• Removed extra space appearing at the bottom of the composer.
• Addressed inconsistent UI for deleted sticker message bubbles before and after reopening the chat.
• Fixed inconsistent call logos and incorrect status shown in call logs and call details.

Deprecations

• None

Removals

• None

v5.0.0

New

• Revamped UI: Experience a fresh, modern design for improved visual appeal and consistency. The updated look enhances usability and engagement.
• Restructured Components: Enjoy a redesigned component architecture that improves scalability, making it easier to build and maintain modular designs.

Enhancements

• Optimized User Experience: Interactions have been streamlined to provide a smoother, more intuitive experience, reducing friction during use.
• Advanced Styling and Theming: Gain greater flexibility with enhanced customization options, allowing you to tailor appearances to suit your brand effortlessly.
• Simplified Integration: Set up faster and with ease thanks to a more intuitive, streamlined integration process.

Fixes

• Resolved: Issue where the Android app would crash when placed in the background with certain app states (e.g., notifications or incoming calls).
• Fixed: Call Button not working correctly on Android, especially when navigating between chat screens.
• Fixed: Outgoing calls not properly transitioning to the call screen after initiating a call.
• Fixed: Inconsistent display of user statuses in dark mode across devices.
• Resolved: App crashes on iOS when switching groups or users in the chat list.
• Fixed: Flickering modal UI on iOS during call initiation and chat navigation.
• Fixed: Group member scope changes not updating in real-time.
• Fixed: App freezing when editing messages in the conversation list.
• Fixed: Scroll behavior issues in group chats and calls screen on older Android devices.

Removals

• Style Props Removed: Style-specific props have been deprecated to encourage the use of modern theming practices, which offer more robust and scalable customization options.

v5.0.0-beta.1

New

• Revamped UI: Experience a fresh, modern design for improved visual appeal and consistency. The updated look enhances usability and engagement.
• Restructured Components: Enjoy a redesigned component architecture that improves scalability, making it easier to build and maintain modular designs.

Enhancements

• Optimized User Experience: Interactions have been streamlined to provide a smoother, more intuitive experience, reducing friction during use.
• Advanced Styling and Theming: Gain greater flexibility with enhanced customization options, allowing you to tailor appearances to suit your brand effortlessly.
• Simplified Integration: Set up faster and with ease thanks to a more intuitive, streamlined integration process.

Fixes

• None

Removals

• Style Props Removed: Style-specific props have been deprecated to encourage the use of modern theming practices, which offer more robust and scalable customization options.