### Four New Professional Collection Templates Expanding SpecimenPro beyond scientific specimens! This release adds four comprehensive templates: #### Chemical Lab Inventory (OSHA Compliance) **Features:** - 25 specialized fields for chemical tracking - Hazard classification (Flammable, Corrosive, Toxic, etc.) - GHS pictogram tracking - Expiration date monitoring - SDS (Safety Data Sheet) documentation - Storage location tracking (cabinet, shelf, room) - OSHA compliance support - Disposal instructions **Use Cases:** Lab safety, OSHA audits, chemical inventory management, emergency response #### Home Inventory (Insurance & Estate Planning) **Features:** - 16 fields for household items - Category organization (Electronics, Furniture, Appliances, Jewelry, Art, etc.) - Purchase price and current value tracking - Warranty expiration dates - Insurance coverage status - Room/location organization - Serial number tracking **Use Cases:** Insurance inventory, disaster recovery, estate planning, moving, warranty tracking #### Art Inventory (Collectors & Galleries) **Features:** - 27 comprehensive fields for artwork - Provenance tracking (ownership history) - Appraisal value and history - Exhibition history - Dimensions and medium details - Signature and edition information - Frame condition tracking - Certificate of Authenticity **Use Cases:** Collection management, insurance documentation, gallery inventory, investment tracking, estate planning #### Jewelry Inventory (Appraisal & Insurance) **Features:** - 27 detailed fields for jewelry - Metal type and purity (24K, 18K, 14K, Platinum, etc.) - Gemstone details (carat, cut, color, clarity) - Designer/brand tracking - Hallmark and serial number documentation - Certificate tracking (GIA, AGS, IGI, etc.) - Appraisal value and history - Storage location **Use Cases:** Insurance documentation, estate planning, collection management, appraisal tracking --- ## Bug Fixes ### Keyboard Dismissal Fix **Fixed:** Keyboard could not be dismissed after entering data in Specimen Data fields **Fixed:** Document scanning saves individual scans as images **Fixed:** iCloud selective sync now works properly when only one collection is present **Maintenance:** Lots of code cleaning to ensure smooth operation

**iCloud Selective Download** Choose exactly which collections to download from iCloud! Perfect for managing storage on devices with limited space. Access your full collection in the cloud while keeping only what you need on each device. **Database Diagnostics** New troubleshooting tools help identify and resolve database issues. Run diagnostics from Settings to generate detailed reports that can be shared with support for faster issue resolution. **Improved Error Handling** - Better error messages throughout the app - Enhanced recovery options when issues occur - More informative feedback during sync operations **Bug Fixes & Stability** - Fixed collection creation error handling - Improved database connection reliability - Enhanced iCloud sync stability

New update checker! I submit updates frequently, so this tool help you keep your databases up-to-date and running smoothly! Go to the help menu to check for new updates, and enable the daily update checker if you like. An improved database schema repair tool is now automatically implemented in this version.   What is a database schema you ask? I'm glad you did: Think of a database schema like a spreadsheet template. It defines what columns exist (like "Name", "Date Created", "Location") and what type of information goes in each column. When we update the app, we sometimes need to add new columns to store new features. A "schema repair" simply ensures all the expected columns exist and have valid data in them. Because we know that your current database doesn't have these new columns/features, we have to automatically add these to your database so that everything runs as expected. Some users reported that data 'disappeared.' It didn't. It was because there was several schema changes since they last updated, and so not all the new columns/features were copied over to their database. We apologize for the scare, but the database is completely fine and all the old is there. After this update, all data should be visible again :) Happy cataloging!

Critical fix: Restores access to collections for users who updated to v1.2.7. Your data was never lost, just temporarily inaccessible. All collections, objects, and photos are now visible again. We apologize for the inconvenience.

**For large collections (> 100 objects), a new jump-scroll feature is enabled so you can quickly get to the parts of your collection much faster. **Persistent sorting now remembers how you prefer to have your collection sorted. **Loads of code clean up for better performance!

A small update this time, with some quality-of-life changes! Location-Based Events Search to help find events around you, or on your next trip: - Search by zip code, city, state, or landmark - The app does not use your location - Distance display in miles - Virtual events support QR Code Location Scanner to make life easier when adding objects to a physical location in your collection - Barcode scanner button next to the location picker; tap the scanner, scan the drawer/cabinet QR code, and done. - Supports all barcode types - Eliminates scrolling through long lists

**Text Display Improvements** Fixed issues with long text not wrapping properly, making it easier to read long descriptions, URLs, and metadata throughout the app. **Enhanced CSV Import** Significantly improved CSV import reliability. Now handles complex data formats including special characters, quotes, and commas within fields. Your data imports more accurately than ever. **Better Collection Sharing** Share your collection with up to 12 beautiful photos that you can select. The app now prioritizes your favorite specimens - just tag them with 'fav' and they'll be selected first when creating share cards.

What's New: -- Fixed search accuracy issue caused by iOS smart quotes -- Long location names now wrap instead of being cut off -- Improved iCloud sync stability and error handling

Version 1.2.3 New Features: ** CSV Import Wizard: Streamlined tool for migrating existing collections to Specimen Pro with field mapping and validation ** Bulk File Import: Import multiple specimen images and documents simultaneously ** AR Tools: Augmented reality specimen measurement is now available on all AR-capable devices Improvements: ** Enhanced Cloud Sync initialization for new users ** Added manual CloudKit schema initialization option for troubleshooting ** Improved error messaging for cloud synchronization setup

What's New in v1.2.2 Virtual Events & QR Collections Join curated and exclusive virtual museum exhibits and conferences! Tap the Events tab to browse available events, then scan QR codes to collect specimens, unlock badges, and track your progress. Perfect for educational events and interactive learning. Rich Notes with Markdown Format your specimen notes like a pro! Edit any specimen's Notes field to access the formatting toolbar with headings, bold, italic, bullet lists, and links. Live preview shows exactly how your formatted notes will look. Bulk Image Import Switching from another collection system? Go to Settings → Data Management → Bulk Image Import. Rename your images to match specimen IDs (like "43201.jpg"), select the folder, and import hundreds of photos in seconds with automatic duplicate detection. Performance Improvements Faster app startup and optimized database performance for the smoothest experience yet!

Critical Fix for Existing Users **If you purchased SpecimenPro before November 9, 2025, this update fixes a critical issue that may have incorrectly set your app to Lite version.** Fixed Issues: - **Grandfathering Bug**: Users who paid for the app before it became freemium are now correctly grandfathered to Full version - **Restore Purchases**: Fixed "Restore Purchases" button to properly verify original app purchases - **Support Contact**: Added direct email support for users experiencing licensing issues What to Do: 1. **Update the app** to version 1.1.4 2. **Launch the app** - Full version should be automatically restored 3. **If still showing Lite version**: Tap Settings → Upgrade → "Restore Purchases" 4. **Still having issues?** Tap "Contact Support" for immediate assistance Technical Improvements - **License Verification**: Added unique verification codes for support - **Better Error Messages**: Clear instructions when restore fails - **Debug Logging**: Improved diagnostics for troubleshooting Support For any licensing issues, contact us at: - **Email**: aaron.celestian@gmail.com - **Include**: Your license verification code (found in support email) - **Response time**: Within 24 hours

SPECIMENPRO LITE Try before you buy. Allows unlimited Event access and Event Collections. Does not allow user generated collections (three are demo collection are generated on first use). IN-APP EVENTS WHAT ARE IN-APP EVENTS? • Virtual collecting experiences (museum exhibits, gem shows, field trips) • Users scan QR codes at physical locations to collect specimens • Each event automatically creates a collection when first specimen is scanned • Gamification with badges, progress tracking, and achievements WHY UNLIMITED FOR LITE USERS? • Engagement: Keeps free users active and engaged with the app • Discovery: Showcases the app's features • Community: Enables participation in organized events and activities EVENT COLLECTIONS ARE DIFFERENT: • Created automatically via QR code scanning (not manual creation) • Tied to real-world events (museums, mineral shows, field trips) • Curated content from app developer • Time-limited experiences LITE USER EXPERIENCE WITH EVENTS: - Can scan event QR codes - Event collections created automatically (unlimited) - Can collect all specimens from events - Earn badges and achievements - Full access to event features x Cannot create manual collections (must upgrade for that) DEBUGGING General debugging, code clean-up, and UI polish.

Version 1.1.5 brings major performance improvements and powerful new features for managing large collections. PERFORMANCE ENHANCEMENTS Large Collection Support • Handle collections with 5,000+ specimens smoothly • Instant loading - first 100 objects appear in under 500ms • Reduced memory usage from 200 MB to 50 MB for large collections • Smooth infinite scroll with automatic lazy loading • Lightning-fast thumbnail caching for instant display when scrolling back ADVANCED SEARCH WITH EXCLUSIONS Powerful new search capabilities optimized for large collections: • Multi-term search - combine multiple search terms that all must match • Exclusion filtering - use minus (-) before terms to exclude results • Search across all fields - specimen ID, number, metadata, tags, and location • Case-insensitive and flexible (use spaces or commas between terms) Examples: "Quartz Arizona" - finds specimens with both terms "Calcite Mexico -blue" - Mexican calcite that's not blue "Fluorite -Mexico -China" - fluorite from anywhere except Mexico or China "Case 001" -Quartz -Calcite - items in Case 001 excluding common minerals IMPORT PROGRESS TRACKING • Real-time progress bars for CSV and database imports • Status messages and percentage completion display • Cancel imports mid-process if needed • Non-blocking interface - continue working while imports run • Perfect for importing 1,000+ objects with confidence SMART GEOCODING • Intelligent fallback system for detailed locality strings • Automatically simplifies complex addresses until mapping succeeds • Shows locations at the most specific level Apple Maps can understand • Preserves your detailed locality data AUTOMATIC HYPERLINKING • URLs, email addresses, and phone numbers automatically become clickable • Works in notes fields without manual formatting • Tap to open in appropriate apps BUG FIXES • Fixed critical bug where deleting text from object fields wouldn't save • Enhanced CSV import reliability for large datasets • Improved database import error handling • Better memory management and stability optimizations

CRITICAL BUG FIX + NEW FEATURES CRITICAL FIX: - Fixed database creation issue preventing some users from using the app - All users can now create collections and add objects without errors. If you still have errors, goto Settings -> Repair Database Schema - Database schema errors are now more helpful to the user. NEW FEATURES: • Universal QR Code Support - In-app scanner now reads ANY QR code format, not just SpecimenPro codes. If you already use QR codes for you collection, you can continue to use them and SpecimenPro should be able to handle it (as long as the location info and specimen ID are consistent). • Easier Template Sharing - Import and share collection templates more easily. Find it in "Manage Templates" when creating collections or in Settings • Database Maintenance - Repair and optimize tools moved to Settings for easier access IMPROVEMENTS: • Streamlined navigation and UI refinements • Better error handling and stability Thank you for using SpecimenPro!

What's New in v1.1.3 New: Tutorial System Three comprehensive step-by-step guides for onboarding: Quick Start, Cloud Sync & Backup, and Import & Restore Data. Swipeable format with progress indicators and color-coded sections accessible from Help & Guide menu. Enhanced: Visual & Performance Thumbnails: 50% higher resolution (600pt, 85% quality JPEG) with improved sharpness Bulk Operations: Multi-select interface for updating location across multiple objects with visual feedback QR Codes: Thermal printer-optimized grayscale design with title case formatting and SpecimenPro branding UI Modernization: Card-based layouts with status badges for photos, location, and voice notes; improved typography hierarchy Fixed - QR code AirDrop reliability in rare case the quick AirDrop would fail, but this has been resolved - "Select All" icon state accuracy - Image aspect ratio handling

This version is a significant update to SpecimenPro that addresses common workflow bottlenecks in specimen collection management. Key improvements: Performance Optimization Progressive thumbnail loading reduces memory usage from ~30 MB to ~300 KB in typical views. The app now handles thousands of specimens smoothly by loading images only as they appear on screen. Location Data Management Replaced free-text location entry with a smart picker that shows only active locations. This eliminates inconsistencies like "Lab 1" vs "lab 1" vs "Lab 01" that break filtering and search. New location management tools let you: -Rename locations across all specimens at once -Merge duplicate location names -View object counts per location -Clear or reassign locations in bulk Collection Customization Added 40 curated icons organized by category (Nature & Science, Buildings & Places, Collections & Storage, Tools & Equipment, Symbols). Each collection can now have custom icons and colors for easier visual identification. Collection Templates New users can start with pre-configured templates for common collection types, each with relevant custom fields already defined. Why this matters: These updates directly address issues reported by field researchers and lab managers: memory constraints when documenting large collections, data entry inconsistencies that compromise searchability, and workflow friction during active fieldwork.

What's New in Version 1.1.1 -Differential Cloud Sync (Major Performance Improvement) -650x faster incremental syncs -Only syncs records modified since last sync -Tracks deletions for proper cloud cleanup -Automatic fallback to full sync on first use -Dramatically reduces bandwidth and sync time Performance: First sync is full upload/download. Subsequent syncs only transfer changed records. Updating 1 object = sync 1 record instead of 1000+. Collection Merge Improvements -Cloud records automatically deleted when merging collections -No manual cleanup needed after merge -Prevents orphaned records in CloudKit One-time fix required: If you merged collections before this update, clear cloud data once and re-upload. AR Measurement Enhancements -Handles now follow box rotation correctly -Drag direction matches visual orientation at any angle -3x faster handle response speed -Box position stays fixed when resizing Notification Changes -Removed iOS push notifications (no permission requests) -In-app overdue tracking still works (red badges and labels) -Simpler, more private user experience Collection Reordering -Button-based reordering system (iOS 26 compatibility fix) -Up/down arrow buttons replace drag-and-drop -Better accessibility and reliability across all iOS versions Cloud Sync Robustness -Sync continues for ~30 seconds when app is backgrounded -Proper cleanup prevents state corruption -No data loss if app is closed during sync Data Management Reorganization -All export/import operations consolidated in one menu -Clearer organization: Export All, Export Collection, Import, Optimize Database -Removed export from swipe actions Statistics & Analytics -Database Statistics: Total size, collections, objects, photos, voice notes, transactions, and storage breakdown by data type -Object Statistics: Total objects, photos per object, GPS coordinates, voice notes, most photographed specimen, collection distribution, and documentation completion status -Access: Tap "Database Size" or "Total Objects" for detailed stats -Collection Icon Customization 50+ SF Symbols icons organized by category -Museum, Nature, Geology, Storage, Tools, Documentation, Location, Equipment -Accessible via Configure → Change Icon Global Search -Search across all collections from Collections screen -Results grouped by collection with counts -Searches specimen IDs, numbers, metadata, and tags -Fast, real-time search across entire database Professional QR Code Business Cards -Same QR code generator, but with style -Business card style layout (3.5" x 2" at 300 DPI) -Object photo, collection name, AR dimensions, metadata fields -SpecimenPro branding with collector attribution -Optimized for museum labels and printing Bug Fixes -Fixed keyboard not dismissing after typing -Fixed AR measurement handles not following rotation -Fixed cloud sync orphaned records after merge -Fixed collection reordering (iOS 26 SwiftUI bug) -Fixed sync interruption state corruption