Minor bug fixes and improved audio reliability.

New: Focus & ADHD Tools This update introduces three scientifically-inspired sound modes to help you regain clarity and stay productive: • Brown Noise – deep, calming, great for focus • Pink Noise – balanced and soft for long sessions • 852 Hz Tone – pure frequency tone for a quick mental reset All sounds are generated in real time by your device’s audio engine — no files, no streaming, just instant, high-quality audio. Switch durations, customize your sessions, and experience cleaner, distraction-free focus.

• Added support for importing local audio files (.mp3, .m4a, .flac, etc.) • Create and manage your own local playlists directly in the app • Search & filter across both synced library and imported tracks • Unified Play 8D button style for a consistent look • Bug fixes and performance improvements

Some UI bugfixes

• Real 3D audio for AirPods with a stronger left/right sense • New Bilateral mode (Smooth/Discrete) with speed & cycle controls • Fixed: timeline jumping to ~1:35, cleaned up Settings UI, stability boosts • iOS 26 Glass effects.

• Resume Where You Left Off: The player now remembers your last timestamp in a song, so you can pick up listening exactly where you stopped—even after closing the app. • No Unwanted Playback on Launch: We heard your feedback! The app no longer starts playing automatically when reopened. • Smoother 8D & Bilateral Effects: Experience improved swirling and directional audio, with fewer glitches or volume jumps. • Bug Fixes & Stability: Fixed a crash related to audio engine initialization, plus the slider no longer snaps to the start of the track. • UI Polishing: The currently selected song’s title, artist, and artwork are now displayed immediately after launch—no need to press Play first. Thanks for using 8DAudioPlayer! If you’re enjoying the immersive audio experience, please consider leaving a review.

- Audio settings are now correctly saved and restored between app launches. - Improved reliability in remembering your last used settings and playback position. - Various fixes and stability improvements.

• Enhanced 8D/3D Audio Experience: • The 8D mode now simulates a rotating audio source that moves in a circular path with subtle vertical movement when 3D audio is enabled. • Improved lateral differentiation with a scaled x-coordinate and adjustable z-offset. • Dual Audio Modes: • Seamlessly switch between classic 2D stereo panning and advanced 3D audio using AVAudioEnvironmentNode. • Enjoy high-quality spatial effects with HRTF-based rendering algorithms. • Advanced Bilateral Effects: • Choose between smooth and discrete bilateral effects. • Smooth mode now utilizes continuous sinusoidal interpolation (in 2D) and circular motion (in 3D) for natural panning. • Improved Listener Configuration: • Recommendations for setting the listener’s position and orientation to enhance spatial audio accuracy. • Refinements & Performance Improvements: • Fine-tuned volume, reverb, and distance attenuation parameters. • Optimized timers and code refactoring for a smoother and more responsive audio experience. We hope you enjoy the enhanced immersive audio experience!

• Fixed Playback Interruptions: Music now continues seamlessly when switching between Songs, Playlists, and Library—no more sudden stops! • Artist & Album Search: Quickly find your favorite artists and albums with our brand-new search feature. Enjoy faster navigation and an improved user experience. • Immersive 3D Audio Enjoy a fully three‑dimensional swirl experience when “Use Environment Node” is enabled, letting sounds move around you for a more dynamic and realistic effect. • Smoother Bilateral Transitions Our updated bilateral “Smooth Mode” now sweeps seamlessly from left to right without getting stuck, creating a more relaxing and natural audio flow. • Performance & Stability We’ve refined internal audio logic, ensuring steady playback when switching tracks or toggling effects—no more interruptions or harsh panning jumps. • Easier Settings It’s simpler than ever to enable 3D Audio or Bilateral Mode in the settings. Fine-tune Reverb, Swirl Speed, and Distance for the perfect 8D or 3D sound you crave.

• Bilateral Audio Mode: Now you can switch between 8D Audio and Bilateral playback right in the settings — perfect for those who want a more direct left-right stimulation. • Two Bilateral Styles: Choose Smooth panning for a gentle sweep or Discrete mode for quick toggles between your left and right ears. • Enhanced Customization: Adjust speed, reverb, and more to tailor each mode to your preferences. • Added 3D Audio experience, AirPod Max or Pro required!! Enjoy a richer, more immersive listening experience!

• All-new player design: Enjoy a beautifully redesigned, Apple Music–inspired playback screen with larger artwork, a timeline slider, shuffle/repeat controls, and more. • Enhanced iPad layout: We’ve completely overhauled the iPad experience, taking advantage of the bigger display for a more intuitive and seamless navigation. Update now to explore the fresh look and feel!