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Release Notes

Stay up-to-date with the latest features, improvements, and bug fixes in Altegon Solutions.

Version 2.1.0 - October 10, 2025

🎉 New Features

Enhanced Screen Sharing

  • Multi-screen Support - Share multiple monitors simultaneously
  • Application-specific Sharing - Share individual applications with precision
  • Remote Control - Allow participants to control shared screens
  • Real-time Annotations - Draw and highlight on shared content

AI-Powered Background Effects

  • Smart Background Blur - Enhanced edge detection and processing
  • Virtual Backgrounds - Upload custom backgrounds or choose from library
  • Green Screen Support - Professional chroma key effects
  • Automatic Background Replacement - AI-powered scene understanding

Advanced Recording Features

  • Multi-layout Recording - Record different layouts simultaneously
  • Chapter Markers - Automatic scene detection and chapter creation
  • Live Streaming - Stream directly to YouTube, Facebook, and custom RTMP
  • Selective Recording - Choose specific participants or content to record

Mobile Enhancements

  • Picture-in-Picture Mode - Continue video calls while using other apps
  • Background Audio Mode - Maintain audio connection when app is backgrounded
  • Enhanced Touch Controls - Improved gesture support and UI responsiveness
  • Battery Optimization - Extended battery life during long calls

🔧 Improvements

Performance Optimizations

  • 50% Faster Connection - Reduced connection establishment time
  • Improved Video Quality - Enhanced compression algorithms
  • Better Network Handling - Adaptive bitrate improvements
  • Memory Optimization - Reduced RAM usage by 30%

User Experience

  • Redesigned Interface - Modern, intuitive UI with dark mode support
  • Accessibility Improvements - Enhanced screen reader compatibility
  • Keyboard Shortcuts - Complete keyboard navigation support
  • Customizable Layouts - Flexible video layout options

Developer Experience

  • Enhanced SDKs - Updated JavaScript, iOS, and Android SDKs
  • Better Error Handling - More descriptive error messages and codes
  • Improved Documentation - Complete API reference with examples
  • Debug Tools - Advanced debugging and monitoring capabilities

🐛 Bug Fixes

Audio/Video Issues

  • Fixed occasional audio dropouts during network transitions
  • Resolved video freezing when switching between cameras
  • Fixed echo cancellation issues in large meetings
  • Corrected audio sync problems during screen sharing

Platform-Specific Fixes

  • iOS: Fixed camera orientation issues on iPhone
  • Android: Resolved battery drain on older devices
  • Web: Fixed compatibility issues with Safari 14
  • Desktop: Improved window management on multi-monitor setups

API & Integration

  • Fixed webhook delivery failures for high-volume customers
  • Resolved OAuth token refresh issues
  • Corrected rate limiting edge cases
  • Fixed CORS issues for custom domains

🔒 Security Updates

  • Enhanced Encryption - Upgraded to AES-256-GCM
  • Certificate Pinning - Added SSL certificate pinning for mobile apps
  • Audit Logging - Comprehensive security event logging
  • Penetration Testing - Completed third-party security audit

📊 Analytics & Monitoring

  • Real-time Quality Metrics - Live connection quality monitoring
  • Enhanced Dashboards - New executive summary dashboards
  • Custom Alerts - Configurable alerts for quality and usage
  • Export Capabilities - Export data to CSV, JSON, and Excel

Version 2.0.5 - September 15, 2025

🔧 Improvements

Stability Enhancements

  • Improved connection stability for low-bandwidth networks
  • Enhanced reconnection logic for intermittent connections
  • Better handling of network switches (WiFi to mobile)
  • Reduced memory leaks in long-running sessions

Quality Improvements

  • Enhanced noise cancellation algorithms
  • Improved low-light video performance
  • Better audio processing for music and system sounds
  • Optimized video encoding for screen sharing

🐛 Bug Fixes

  • Fixed rare crash when joining rooms with many participants
  • Resolved screen sharing issues on Windows 11
  • Fixed chat message ordering in high-traffic rooms
  • Corrected time zone handling in scheduled meetings

Version 2.0.0 - August 1, 2025

🎉 Major Release - Platform Redesign

Complete Architecture Overhaul

  • Microservices Architecture - Improved scalability and reliability
  • Edge Computing - Deployed to 50+ global edge locations
  • Cloud-Native Design - Built for modern cloud infrastructure
  • API-First Approach - Everything accessible via APIs

New User Interface

  • Modern Design Language - Clean, professional interface
  • Responsive Design - Optimal experience across all devices
  • Accessibility First - WCAG 2.1 AA compliance
  • Customizable Themes - Brand customization options

Enhanced Features

  • Breakout Rooms - Split large meetings into smaller groups
  • Whiteboard Collaboration - Real-time collaborative whiteboard
  • Meeting Templates - Pre-configured meeting setups
  • Advanced Moderation - Comprehensive host controls

🔧 API Changes

Breaking Changes

  • Updated authentication flow (OAuth 2.0 with PKCE)
  • New webhook payload format
  • Modified room creation parameters
  • Updated error response structure

New Endpoints

POST /v2/rooms/{roomId}/breakouts
GET /v2/analytics/quality
POST /v2/recordings/live-stream
PUT /v2/users/{userId}/preferences

Deprecated Endpoints

  • GET /v1/rooms (use /v2/rooms instead)
  • POST /v1/recordings (use /v2/recordings instead)

Version 1.8.3 - July 10, 2025

🔧 Improvements

Mobile Performance

  • Reduced app startup time by 40%
  • Improved camera switching speed
  • Better memory management
  • Enhanced battery optimization

Web Browser Support

  • Added support for Chrome 126+
  • Improved Firefox compatibility
  • Enhanced Safari performance
  • Better Edge integration

🐛 Bug Fixes

  • Fixed recording corruption in long meetings
  • Resolved chat message duplication
  • Fixed participant list synchronization
  • Corrected audio device switching issues

Version 1.8.0 - June 5, 2025

🎉 New Features

Enterprise Features

  • Single Sign-On (SSO) - SAML 2.0 and OpenID Connect support
  • Advanced Analytics - Custom reporting and insights
  • Compliance Tools - HIPAA and SOC 2 compliance features
  • White Labeling - Complete branding customization

Collaboration Tools

  • File Sharing - Share documents, images, and videos
  • Polls and Surveys - Interactive participant engagement
  • Q&A Sessions - Moderated question and answer
  • Meeting Notes - Collaborative note-taking

🔧 Improvements

  • Enhanced screen sharing quality (up to 60 FPS)
  • Improved echo cancellation
  • Better network adaptation
  • Faster room joining

Migration Guides

Upgrading to v2.1.0

SDK Updates

// Old (v2.0.x)
const session = await altegon.joinRoom(roomId, options);

// New (v2.1.0)
const session = await altegon.joinRoom({
    roomId: roomId,
    ...options,
    // New options
    backgroundEffects: true,
    recordingLayout: 'smart_grid'
});

Configuration Changes

# Update your mkdocs.yml
# Old configuration
recording:
  enabled: true
  quality: high

# New configuration  
recording:
  enabled: true
  quality: ultra
  layouts: ['grid', 'speaker', 'smart_grid']
  streaming: 
    enabled: true
    platforms: ['youtube', 'facebook', 'custom']

Breaking Changes

v2.0.0 Migration

  1. Update SDK versions to 2.0.0 or later
  2. Update authentication to OAuth 2.0 with PKCE
  3. Update webhook handlers for new payload format
  4. Review API endpoints - some v1 endpoints deprecated

Required Actions

  • Update SDK dependencies
  • Test authentication flow
  • Update webhook handlers
  • Verify API integrations
  • Update documentation references

Known Issues

Current Known Issues

v2.1.0

  • Screen sharing on Linux - Minor artifacts with some window managers
  • Safari 14.0 - Limited VP9 codec support
  • Mobile landscape mode - UI adjustments needed for some devices

Workarounds

  • Linux screen sharing - Use Chrome or Firefox for best results
  • Safari codec issues - H.264 fallback available automatically
  • Mobile UI - Portrait mode recommended for optimal experience

Fixed in Upcoming Releases

v2.1.1 (Planned - October 25, 2025)

  • Fix Linux screen sharing artifacts
  • Improve Safari VP9 support
  • Enhanced mobile landscape UI

Feature Roadmap

Q4 2025 (Coming Soon)

  • AI Meeting Summaries - Automatic meeting transcription and summaries
  • Virtual Reality Support - VR meeting rooms and immersive experiences
  • Advanced Noise Cancellation - Next-generation AI noise removal
  • Multi-language Support - Real-time translation for global teams

Q1 2026 (Planned)

  • Holographic Displays - 3D participant representation
  • Brain-Computer Interfaces - Thought-controlled meeting interactions
  • Quantum Encryption - Post-quantum cryptography implementation
  • Space-based Meetings - Zero-gravity communication protocols

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Getting Help with Updates

Before Updating

  • Review release notes carefully
  • Test in staging environment
  • Backup your configuration
  • Plan for maintenance window

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  • Support Team - Available during business hours
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Rollback Procedures

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  1. Immediate rollback available for 24 hours
  2. Configuration restore from automatic backups
  3. Data integrity maintained during rollback
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