Im really sorry to announce that despite my efforts Hi Blythe has had to be removed from the App Store at Hasbro’s request. I had thought that that we were getting close to a resolution but their legal dept decided that it could not continue. I have not been given any actual reason so I cant really continue to pursue this at the moment.
Thanks to Michael & Pedro at Hasbro for their support in attempting to get this approved, Im not quite sure why Hasbro cant approve a product they own but who knows?
Beta testers can contact me at support@hiblythe.net for a final bug free version.
Thanks for all your messages and support, I’ll have to get my thinking cap on again!
See you all at BlytheCon UK this October.
Neil
Yes!
Im downloading the SDK as I write and then I’ll be looking into a special iPad version of Hi Blythe. This will be iPad only version so much nicer!
Hi,
Version 1.1 is ready to go but unfortuantly it is being delayed by some licensing issues. Im sorry for the delay and hope this will all be sorted out soon and normal service will resume. Im aware Hi Blythe is now out of date with the latest releases (Urban Cowgirl, Stella Savannah, Ice Rune, Ribonetta Wish, Cassiopeia Spice, Nostalgic Pop, Tarts and Teas & Prima Dolly Paris) all this will be resolved when the update goes live.
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Ok onto the update, Ive had quite few users emails about features and after a lot of thinking these are the main ones that are included in the next major update.
1. New Listing layout including face mould Types:
Due to user requests, we now have all 3 listings in 1 which is much neater and allows for another if required without using up TabBar room.
2. Listing search:
Each list can now be searched which makes it much easier to find the one youre looking for. Each found item is the same as the full listing so can be clicked to view its details.
3. Wish List View:
Revised wish list view, now shows color coded ordering status and duration since event in the view.
4. Wish List Detail
As well as the standard Blythe detail now you can adjust the order status and enter its information when ordered. When delivered the add to Collection button will appear and you can add this Blythe direct to your Collection!
5. Collection View:
For those lucky owners with masses of Blythes, you can now view your Collection easier by showing more items on screen at once.
Also you can now view the stock details for each Blythe direct from the Collection Blythe so no going back and forth to the listings.
6. My links
You can now add your own links to the information View.
7. Live Updating
Also!, Behind the scenes there are loads of changes to the way we get the data, meaning in the future new Blythes can be added to Hi Blythe instantly without Apple approval. As seen below, the database has updated itself from the internet and is showing the new Beatrice Vest information and Hi Blythe will now get the new images and store them on your phone so next time theyll appear instantly. This data updating will be user controlled so you can switch off checking for updates if you require.
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Hope you’re all having fun with Hi Blythe and dont forget to send in any suggestions or comments to suggestions at hiblythe.net and who knows! Have a Happy Xmas.
Neil
V1.0.3 release notes:
Added:
New Simply Blythes (Lilac & Peppermint)
Some updated info content & spelling errors
A little bug fix for memory use wiht Collection Images
Hi,
v1.0.2 now submitted: This contains loads of information updates as well as accessory support, Blythe features support. Some new Blythes and one little bug.
Type: Minor
• Corrected all incorrect Blythe face mold types.
• Fixed bug where setting your based-on Blythe in your Collection would crash the app if using a high P name ie Princess a la mode. Apple’s fault.
• Added Accessory Information to each Blythe.
• Added Feature information to each Blythe.
• Some new user-submitted information links.
• Added Prima Dolly London & Baby’s Breath to the listings.
Thanks to Ying at the excellent Blythe site www.blythethailand.com for being very helpful and doing a great review of Hi Blythe. Even though I cant read Thai it looks very comprehensive and it’s great for Thai Blythe owners to have the opportunity to look at Hi iBlythe.
Type: Minor
• Fixed bug where adding Prima Dolly Tokyo to your WishList would crash the app on opening.
• Fixed bug where adding a Blythe to your Collection on first use initially wouldnt appear until you’d gone to another view.
• Added Punkaholic People to listings
Hi,
Now v1.0.1 is out the door, Im starting a list of items to consider for v1.1. If you have any thoughts or suggestions please send them to suggestions@hiblythe.net .
All will be considered but obviously items may or may not be done depending on time!
Thanks,
Neil @ Hi Blythe
Bug:
If you add Prima Dolly Tokyo to your Wish List and close the app it will crash at startup.
Fix:
Do not add Prima Dolly Tokyo to your WishList. The next version out very soon (Apple willing) will fix this. This is a fatal bug so please dont do this, all your Collection & WishList data is safe pending an update but the app will no longer startup properly. Alternatively, if you havent added much data, if you reinstall the app it will work again but you will lose any added data.
If you have already done this Im currently investigating whether it’s ok sending test versions which will clean up the problem as it will have the same name and the iPhone might get confused about it all.
Hi,
Bug:
Note: Only on first install. If you go the Collection screen and add a Blythe when there are none via the + button it doesnt always appear.
Fix:
Just go to one of the other screens then back again and it will be there. This only affects first install.