Release Notes - Android TV

Learn about all the latest PureVPN Android TV app updates including the UI enhancements, bug fixes, new features and much more!

Written By Lorenzo Vincent

Updated at May 29th, 2024

Version 8.61.76

Updated: 22.01.2024

Added:

  • Navigating our password manager is now much easier since it's now on our left navigation for easy access.
  • Now, with our latest release, you can purchase the Multi-Login Addon, elevating user convenience by expanding the login limit to 20 devices.

Improved:

  • Minor bugs and fixes.
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Version 8.60.146

Updated: 18.01.2024

Improved:

  • In this update, we've made regular optimizations to enhance the overall quality of our service. You can expect improved performance, bug fixes, and streamlined processes for a smoother user experience.
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Version 8.59.53

Updated: 20.12.2023

Improved:

  • Minor fixes and journey improvement for smoother app experience.
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Version 8.55.88

Updated: 09.08.2023

Added:

  • We are thrilled to introduce PureAI (alpha) in our app, a new feature that is now available exclusively for you as beta users.
  • PureAI, powered by OpenAI, your ultimate discovery companion helping you find the availability of your favourite movies around the globe, across all platforms. It could also help you find the cheapest game prices across all stores.
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Version 8.54.88

Updated: 14.07.2023

Added:

  • We have optimized our onboarding experience for dedicated IP and port forwarding users to empower them with a comprehensive step-by-step guide to maximise platform functionalities from the start.
  • We are excited to inform you about an important update regarding the sharing functionality. This feature will be prominently displayed to users when they save a shortcut for the first time. Our goal is to educate and familiarize users with the sharing capabilities available to them. Stay connected and maximize the potential of your shortcuts!
  • Improvements have been made to enhance the functionality and handling of secure other devices within the integrated app experience.

Improved:

  • Minor fixes for smoother app experience.
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Version 8.53.88

Updated: 10.07.2023

Added:

  • Introducing our ultimate guide for complete protection - designed to take you through every step of safeguarding yourself. Trust us to provide detailed and comprehensive assistance.

Improved:

  • We have added a few bug fixes and minor improvements to keep your online security seamless.
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Version 8.52.21

Updated: 05.06.2023

Added:

  • We've made textual modification to the settings screen for users' better understanding.
  • We have made QR tag visibility when Protocol is set to UDP.

Improved:

  • In this update, we've made improvements to our locations screen, offering you more control and customization. Now you can easily filter out specific location types, including P2P, Quantum Resistant (QR), and Port Forwarding (PF), according to your preferences. Enjoy a personalized and tailored experience with our refined location filtering feature.
  • We've also fixed certain we have focused on improving the stability of the application by addressing crashes and ANRs (Application Not Responding). We have diligently worked on resolving these issues to ensure a smoother and more reliable user experience. Enjoy an enhanced and uninterrupted usage with the improved stability of our application.
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Version 8.51.21

Updated: 20.05.2023

Added:

  • We are thrilled to share the exciting news that we have introduced App Bundles, Max and Plus, for our esteemed mobile users. With these new offerings, we aim to enhance your security and provide even greater value.
  • We are excited to announce that we have made significant enhancements to the onboarding user experience, specifically designed to enhance the streaming experience.

Improved:

  • We have added a few bug fixes and minor improvements to keep your online security seamless.
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Version 8.50.62

Updated: 08.05.2023

Added:

  • Introducing our latest combo add-on including port forwarding and dedicated IP, which can be easily accessed in the profile section of your screen.

Improved:

  • As always, we've fixed few bugs to make browsing safely even more pleasant.
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Version 8.37.114

Updated: 18-August-2022

Added:

  • Looking for greater convenience? We've got you covered. We have now introduced our app widgets so you can easily connect to PureVPN without having to open the app.

Fixed:

  • We've made some bug fixes.
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Version 8.34.47 

Updated: 22-July-2022

What's New:

  • After the success of the "Popular Websites" feature in our extensions, we now have a similar feature in our Android app, calling it "Shortcuts", added to the locations section.
  • With this, you can easily save and access your gaming, office, or streaming shortcuts with a single click by adding their links and specifying the location you want to connect to.
  • To better help you understand the app's features and functionalities, we have added a short guide for you.
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Version 8.34.47 

Updated: 22-July-2022

What's New:

  • After the success of the "Popular Websites" feature in our extensions, we now have a similar feature in our Android app, calling it "Shortcuts", added to the locations section.
  • With this, you can easily save and access your gaming, office, or streaming shortcuts with a single click by adding their links and specifying the location you want to connect to.
  • To better help you understand the app's features and functionalities, we have added a short guide for you.
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Version 8.26.40 

Updated: 16-03-2022 

Added:

  • We've added an option to talk to our support team on the login screen to immediately resolve any issues you might be facing.

Improved:

  • All issues causing the app crashes have been fixed.
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Version 3.3.0 

Updated: 05-03-2020

What's New:

  • Added a feature of Auto connect on system reboot.

Fixes:

  • We identified and fixed a few minor bugs, which will go a long way in ensuring your VPN experience remains seamless.
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Version 3.2.0 

Updated: 13-02-2019

Split Tunneling:

  • Split Tunneling is now available on our Firestick app so that users can split their traffic between the VPN tunnel and their ISP as they see fit.

Local IP Fixes:

  • We have performed a few tweaks to ensure your privacy and security never gets compromised.

Fixes:

  • We identified and fixed a few minor bugs, which will go a long way in ensuring your VPN experience remains seamless.
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Version 3.0.1

Updated: 27-12-2018

Fixes:

  • Fixed wired connection issue.
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Version 3.0.0 

Updated: 24-12-2018

Improvements

  • Added Popular apps to the streaming list.
  • Added optimized servers for better connectivity.
  • Improved & simplified UI/UX.

Fixes:

  • Minor bug fixes.
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Version 2.0.2 

Updated: 07-08-2018

Fixes:

  • Fixed issues where sometimes users were unable to disconnect VPN.
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Version 2.0.0 

Updated: 27-07-2018

Split Tunneling:

  • We have introduced the split tunneling feature so that you can specify which the app for which you need to use the app.

Feedback:

  • To ensure that your voice and opinion is heard, we have integrated the feedback option so that you can submit the assessment of the app online, and have your queries resolved right away.

Auto Connect:

  • We have also integrated the auto connect option so that the app reconnects automatically, in case the connection drops or the device is restarted.
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Version 1.1.9 

Updated: 24-05-2018

Improvements:

  • Just made a few changes here and there to accommodate General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
  • Reiterated our commitment to preserving no logs in our database, thereby keeping everything transparent and Pure!
  • Brought in more stability and discipline for Android TV traffic so that it doesn't crash anymore - the way it did in previous versions.
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Version 1.1.8 

Updated: 08-05-2018

Improvements:

  • In this version, we enhanced the connectivity and security related issues which we diagnosed in the previous version, and spat them right away.
  • We also optimized the booting time so that you can log on to your system as quickly as possible.
  • And in rare instances when you are unable to connect, or the connection drops, an automated system would help you to reconnect again right away.
  • An improved user interface would help you to navigate the system in a better way, helping you to focus on things that matter to you most.
  • And even when the connection is limited, our improved system would help resist disconnectivity.
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Version 1.1.7 

Updated: 26-04-2018

Fixes:

  • Fixed a bug that could impede your connectivity and lead to longer connection request.
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Version 1.1.6 

Updated: 10-04-2018

Fixes:

  • Got rid of a minor bug that could lead to slower connectivity and impede streaming on your device.
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Version 1.1.5 

Updated: 06-04-2018

Features Added/ Changelog:

  • Primed the user interface making it more seamless and easier to browse your favourite content.

Fixes:

  • Purged off the app off minor, pesky bugs.
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Version 1.1.4 

Updated: 28-03-2018

Fixes:

  • Eliminated the minor bugs that to auto-disconnect after logging in.
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Version 1.1.3 

Updated: 22-03-2018

Fixes:

  • Got rid of those pesky pop ups that hampered your user experience on your Android TV. Fixed a few bugs that could make your user experience plague and bothersome.
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Version 1.1.2 

Updated: 09-03-2018

Fixes:

  • We identified a few minor bugs, and made sure they were wiped off the app.
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Version 1.1.1 

Updated: 01-03-2018

Features Added/ Changelog:

  • Made sure that experience is absolutely seamless by integrating Smart Connect button into the app.

Fixes:

  • Revamped the UI giving it a cleaner, crisper outlook. Pure-ified the app from bugs which we identified in the previous version.
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Version 1.1.0 

Updated: 01-03-2018

Improvements:

  • Added in more Pure-ity to the app by optimizing the connection speed across all major servers.
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Version 1.0.8 

Updated: 29-12-2017

Improvements:

  • We cleansed up the app from a rare, yet ill-befitting crash that would happen in the middle of on-boarding for some devices.
  • Disinfected the app from a few bugs that could impede the performance.
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Version 1.0.7 

Updated: 19-12-2017

Fixes:

  • We identified a few shortcomings that lead to crashes on Sony Bravia and Amazon TV devices. Moreover, we fixed the app from VPN cancellation issues. Finally, we also fixed the login dialogue error that occured in previous versions.
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Version 1.0.6 

Updated: 15-12-2017

Fixes:

  • We scoured the app off all the bugs that would hamper your experience.
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Version 1.0.5 

Updated: 14-12-2017

Fixes:

  • Fixed issues where some particularly pesky bugs led to app crashes and freezing issues.
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Version 1.0.4 

Updated: 19-11-2017

Fixes:

  • As for the minor issues that could possibly impede the performance on your Android TV device, we got rid of them as well!
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Version 1.0.3 

Updated: 14-11-2017

Fixes:

  • We fixed issues that were reported from the previous interface to offer you a better, and more seamless experience while using PureVPN.
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Version 1.0.2 

Updated: 04-10-2017

Fixes:

  • Pure-ified the app from bugs and issues that made the process tough.
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Version 1.0.1 

Updated: 25-09-2017

Features Added/ Changelog:

  • Introduced Quick Connect - an easier and faster way to connect with a world to seamless, and anonymous internet connectivity.
  • Added in Protocol Support to ensure faster, more reliable and a more secure network via TCP/ UDP.
  • Complimented the app with a guided onboarding process for new PureVPN users.
  • Conjuncted the app with authentication support for easier Login and Sign Up
  • Placed in User Profile in the app, so that you can manage your profiling right from your device.
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