Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Blinkist: Book Summaries Daily since it was posted on our website on 2016-12-27.
The latest version is 10.1.9 and it was updated on soft112.com on 01 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 10.1.9
posted on 2024-03-18
If they gave Oscars for bug squashing, our team of engineers would have swept the board this week. Thanks to them, the latest version of the Blinkist app runs quicker and smoother than ever.
version 10.1.7
posted on 2024-02-29
It’s quiet. Almost too quiet. That’s because we’re working on bringing you some exciting new updates! For now, though, we’re keeping things running smoothly by squashing bugs and making sure everything’s polished. Now get to learning!
version 10.1.6
posted on 2024-02-14
Big ideas don’t only come in small packages—they sometimes come with small updates too! This time around we did some small bug-fixes and made sure everything is up to snuff so you can get insights in no time.
version 10.1.5
posted on 2024-01-31
It ain’t broke—because we fixed it! This version brings you some minor fixes and upgrades that will keep things in tip-top shape. Waiting for a big update? Coming up soon, so stay tuned!
version 10.1.0
posted on 2023-10-12
We know you like organizing your Blinkist content and with the new look library you can do so more effectively than ever. Try saving your favourites, viewing your history, and creating spaces, just click on 'My Library' to get started.
version 10.0.18
posted on 2023-09-27
For this newest version, our developers squashed a few bugs and carefully polished the app inside and out, so now its true colors can shine through. Most changes happened below the surface, but don’t worry — we’re building even more new features to share with you soon!
version N/A
posted on 2023-08-17
The only downside to having such a great range of content is that it can be hard to keep it organized. We are trying to help with this, so now you can use the bookmark icon to add items to your Spaces as well as the Saved section of your Library. Happy organizing!
version N/A
posted on 2023-06-08
The bookworms can stay, but other bugs are no longer welcome after this latest update.
version N/A
posted on 2022-05-10
Ever wanted to curate your own collection in your Blinkist Library? This update puts the power of creating collections in your hands! Choose from our expert-curated collections or build your own topic specific list of titles grouped together in your library. You can choose titles for your collections from the covers as you browse, or in directly in your Library. Collections you curate for yourself will be waiting for you in their very own Library section. Happy learning!
version N/A
posted on 2022-05-04
There are always new, powerful ideas springing up every day, and we've worked on making the app better for you to discover them on Blinkist! This time around, check out our limited-time Take Your Seat at the Crypto Table collection, featuring tips and advice from three finance experts. It's free and in the app, for a limited time only-so don't miss out this special way to discover and enjoy what Blinkist has to offer.
version N/A
posted on 2022-02-16
Everything is better when you can share it-especially when it's a powerful idea that gets you talking with a friend! If you enjoy sharing the insights you discover our our Blinks, this release is sure to bring you joy. Now you'll be able to share Shortcasts and our curated collections, too! Have an aha-moment share with your friends-so you both can get connected to each other and the world around you.
version N/A
posted on 2022-01-05
With our final release of 2021 we've kicked the tires, tightened up a few nuts and bolts, and given the app a tune-up before we zoom off into 2022. We'd like to invite you to do the same by checking in with your resolutions from January. But more importantly: What will you do with your 2022? Becoming a better you starts with inspiration, powerful ideas, and access to the knowledge you need to get where you're going. Where can Blinkist take you, 15 minutes at a time? Think about it!
version N/A
posted on 2021-10-29
Iceberg, straight ahead! Well, not anymore. With this update, we’ve successfully squashed bugs and polished some parts to make sure that we avoid future crashes.
version N/A
posted on 2021-10-12
To best understand what you should do today, look at history. My History, that is-with My History in your Library, you'll be able to rediscover Blinks and Shortcasts you've looked at during past sessions. Find that interesting Blink or episode again, or get some help remembering that title you saw but forgot to save!
version N/A
posted on 2021-08-19
Have we got something for you in this update! What's better than hassle-free listening? We've made it even easier for you to enjoy it with some handy updates to the player and your queue. First up, getting to your queue from the player is now a snap, so you can see what's coming next. On top of that, we've added autoplay controls in your queue so you can set it, and forget it while you're listening in on eye-opening insights. Visit the For You screen, queue up some titles, and get learning!
version N/A
posted on 2021-06-23
With this update you'll feel more at home in the Home screen... because we've made it For You! That's right: We've personalized the Home screen and renamed it For You-because that's exactly what it is. Each section in this new-and-improved screen is tailored to your interests, categories, topics or Shortcasts you've followed, so you can discover what you like, when you want it! Follow a few categories, topics, or shows and watch your For You screen bring the best of Blinkist for you, to you.
version 8.9.0
posted on 2021-03-18
There's no better feeling than getting exactly what you want, when you want it! With this release, get exactly what you need even more easily-so you can get to learning and growing! You can now add new items to your audio queue and control what plays next. Over in your Library, find items faster by sorting alphabetically by title or author, when you saved or opened them, by progress, and more. Like what you learned? You're now also able to rate Blinks with a star-rating!
version 8.8.0
posted on 2021-02-15
It's time for a makeover-for the Library, that is! This update gives your Library a fresh look that will help you find what you saved, finished, or want to listen to next more easily! Want an idea for what to listen to next? If you're a Blinkist Premium member, be sure to check out the latest episodes of our Shortcasts release every Monday and Thursday right in the app!
version 8.7.3
posted on 2021-02-01
New year, new features! This update brings you an updates that will take you exactly where you want to go. If you're searching for Shortcasts, there's now a dedicated tab in the search bar that will take you right to them! Still haven't discovered Shortcasts? Then get to the app and give a listen to the key ideas from popular podcasts, right from the hosts in 15 minutes!
version 8.7.2
posted on 2021-01-18
Big ideas don’t only come in small packages-they sometimes come with small updates too! With this last update of 2020, we did some small bug-fixes and made sure everything is up to snuff so you can get started with a new year and smarter you even before the calendar ticks over to 2021!
version 8.7.0
posted on 2020-12-11
Seek, and ye shall find. With this release, the search for Blinks just got a little bit more convenient. You can now search by category from the Blinks tab in the search bar. And if it's the latest Shortcast episodes you're seeking, you can be sure to always find those too by using the new follow function-so you'll get notified when new episodes are released! Happy learning!
version 8.6.9
posted on 2020-11-23
A new month, a new start-and that means we've also got new ways to discover and start new Blinks you'll love! We've added new sections to the Home screen so that you can check out popular curated collections, see which Blinks are included in a collection, and check out Blinks similar to a title you've recently finished. Speaking of new things, brand new episodes of our brand new Shortcasts drop every Monday and Thursday-so give them a try with Blinkist Premium!
version 8.6.8
posted on 2020-11-09
First, there were Blinks. Now we're excited to bring you Blinkist's newest way to learn-Shortcasts! They're like Blinks, but for podcasts. 15-minute listens that pull out the most actionable, interesting, and helpful parts of a podcast episode, with added fresh perspective, produced with some of the top podcast creators. It's a first-of-its-kind audio learning experience that will leave you feeling motivated and keep you thinking.
version 8.6.7
posted on 2020-10-26
The old adage "Good things come in threes" is definitely true with this week's release! We made some important fixes and upgrades so learning and sharing is even easier. First up, we added a handy new Category screen-you can now see content sorted by topic and format so you can find more Blinks about Nutrition or audiobooks on Finance. Under the hood, we improved our track numbering so the tracks match the Blinks more closely and fixed a bug with sharing to Whatsapp. Listen and share away!
version 8.6.3
posted on 2020-08-31
There's one things that's certain about life, and that's change. With this release, Curated Lists have transformed into Collections, a new way to group together titles to bring ones that are more relevant to you.
version 8.6.2
posted on 2020-08-17
If there's one thing that kindergarten taught us, it's how to share-even if instead of your T-Rex toy, it's the awesome title you're enjoying on Blinkist! This update makes it even easier for you to share the Blinks you're loving from the cover of the title or the last chapter of the Blinks from the Audioplayer. Protip: The Daily Pick makes for great sharing with your friends-it's available to everyone whether you're a Blinkist Premium member or not.
version N/A
posted on 2020-08-05
It’s quiet. Almost too quiet. That’s because we’re working on bringing you some exiciting new updates! For now, though, we’re keeping things running smoothly by squashing bugs and making sure everything’s polished. Now get to learning!
version N/A
posted on 2020-07-20
Notifications coming on too strong? With this release, you can control which push notifications you get. Go to the Settings menu in the app, and under Push Notifications you can pick and choose what you want to see. We've even added an option to personalise the time of day for your reminders so you'll never miss your daily Blinks. Enjoy!
version N/A
posted on 2020-06-11
In this release, you'll see some small but important changes. If you liked our new mini-player, you'll love our even newer, full mini-player-ready for you to browse and listen to your heart's content. You'll also find queue upgrades to better manage your next listens. Finally, if you're looking for titles to learn from, we've gathered a list of resources from our library to help you better understand the issues and realities surrounding the Black Lives Matter movement and the Black experience.
version N/A
posted on 2020-05-28
With this release, you can always be on the lookout for your next great Blinkist listen! We're introducing the first version of our mini-player for Android, so you can browse while listening. We'll be working on making it even better, so stay tuned!
version N/A
posted on 2020-04-29
If you've needed a sleep timer while listening to Blinks or an audiobook at bedtime, we got you! Check it out in the lower left of the player and rest easy!
version N/A
posted on 2020-04-16
You asked, we listened. Blinkist is now supporting Dark Mode! Turn it on in your phone settings or directly in the Blinkist app settings to check out Blinkist's dark side.
Additionally you can now discover Blinkist's latest content addition more easily in our brand new browse section for audiobooks. You can access it through your Home screen or the Explore screen. Happy browsing!
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-26
We’re staying in, working differently, and relating to each other in new ways. But staying in means we can also stay informed. For the first time, Blinkist is giving you free access to inspiring Blinks -without a subscription. Check out a curated list of titles that’ll help you to approach life lived from home mindfully, to take opportunities to grow, stay informed about the world around you, and to nourish your body and soul.
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-19
Get ready for something exciting: Blinks and Audiobooks, all in one app! This update brings you full-length audiobooks so you can go from Blinks right to an audiobook deep-dive. Search for audiobooks, find recommendations on the Home screen, then purchase and listen to them right in the app. Best part: Blinkist Premium members get audiobooks at a special member price. We'll be adding more audiobooks to our selection, so check the app to see what's new!
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-16
Isn't it nice when things are exactly where you expect them to be? Well, with this update, they will be. From now on, if you want to access content you've queued to play next, just tap the-you guessed it!-"queue" icon on the bottom right. From there, you'll also be able to turn the autoplay feature on and off. Now, where did I leave my keys...?
version N/A
posted on 2020-03-02
Sometimes it's the little things-a polish here, a flourish there. That's exactly what we've done this time around! We've polished up the Libary, and added some flourishes to our look. Even our login and registration got a little facelift! Finally, we got rid of some minor bugs to finish things off. Happy learning!
version N/A
posted on 2019-10-07
Seeing is believing-the search for new ideas just got easier! We've tweaked the categories section so that it's more user-friendly and you get more category choices at a glance.
version 1,000,000+
posted on 2019-08-19
With this update, you can now listen to our hit author interview podcast, Simplify, directly in the Blinkist app. Dive into the Explore page to listen to exclusive interviews with nonfiction giants David Allen, Sarah Knight, Seth Godin, Laura Vanderkam and more.
version Varies with device
posted on 2019-07-12
Do you enjoy listening to Blinkist in your car? With this update, we've changed the audio settings to get rid of unnecessary interruptions. As of now, when your navigation system starts to give you directions, the book-in-blinks you're listening to will pause. It will resume playing once the directions are finished. This means that no big idea will pass you by (no matter how long and winding the road). Beep beep 'n' beep beep, yeah!
version Varies with device
posted on 2019-06-27
Did you know that key changes can have big effects? In this release we made a few key changes which will have a big impact on your reading and listening experience. The main tabs in the home screen are now called Home, Explore, and Library. We've also relocated Search, Categories, and Curated Lists with recommendations from our curators to the Explore tab so you can discover even more. The Library got a remodel, too, with your Favorites and Highlights from the books-in-blinks all in one place.
version 5.5.3
posted on 2018-03-07
Our developers squashed a few bugs for this newest version and carefully polished the app from the inside out, so now its true colors can shine through! Most changes happened below the surface, but don't worry: we're building new features to share with you, soon!
version 5.4.4
posted on 2018-01-24
This release brings bug fixes and serious audio improvements. We’ve completely rebuilt the functionality of the audio player, which means no more audio stalling between blinks, and streaming should now be a dream. We also repaired bluetooth connection issues. We hope you can now start into the new year with a smoother user experience!
version 5.0.1.0
posted on 2016-12-26
Big news: today, we’re launching a brand new Blinkist! All of the things you love about Blinkist are intact, but we put fresh focus on helping you find more of what you love, explore topics you didn’t know you were into, and making the whole app a little more human. Here are the major changes:,* Retooled DIscover tab and personalized recommendations based on your reading history,* New sorting tools to better organize your library,* Curated reading lists,* Redesigned book covers