The first release of 2026 and it's going to be a difficult one to match. This is by far the biggest Vector release to date and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you all.
🔰 https://vectorapp.io
Important:
Group Chats have undergone several breaking-changes, due to the lack of stability in our previous Alpha Group Chats implementation, and thereby their lack of usage; Group Chats will be reset when you download v0.3.0, please re-create any Groups you previously owned.
New:
🧩 Mini Apps Platform: WebXDC-based games & apps within Vector with P2P Multiplayer (Yes, it plays DOOM!)
🏪 The Nexus: discover and install Mini Apps from a secure, decentralized App Store, built for Vector
🌐 Custom Relays: configure your own preferred relays for personalized connectivity
🎨 New Themes: three additional themes, each with their own exotic takes, Keep it Purple, people
🔔 Notification Sounds: audio notifications, with our homemade Prélude sound, custom sounds, and smart caching
🖼️ GIF Picker & Inline Images: search and send GIFs directly from the chatbox, powered by GIFverse
👋 Leave Group: ability to leave groups, with proper system event notifications for everyone else
✏️ Message Editing: edit sent messages with full history tracking
⌨️ Popup Shortcuts: Enter to confirm, Escape to close popups; ESC to cancel Reply/Edit
Improved:
🔐 MLS Overhaul: major messaging protocol improvements for reliability and security, based on the latest MDK
📂 MIP-04 File Sharing: imeta attachment handling for MLS groups, built for compatibility with White Noise
⚡ Memory Optimizations: reduced memory usage during image uploads (around 4x less!)
🗄️ Database Performance: migration system overhaul with improved stability, safety and performance
💬 Message Bubbles: refined corner rounding, grouping and a new "Sending/Sent" status
🖼️ SVG Optimization: optimized vector graphics across the app (reduced app size!)
Fixed:
🖼️ Profile Sync: avatars and banners now update correctly
⏱️ Chat Timestamps: fixed timestamps disrupting avatar/message streaking
💬 Typing Indicators: deduplicated indicators and optimized performance
🔄 Reply Context: replies now display the latest edited content
🔍 Search Box: fixed styling and typing indicator expiries
