Throughout the month of October we have been working diligently updating the look and feel of the uStudio mobile and desktop applications… and they are looking great! You and your audience members are going to enjoy the more modern consumer-like app icons and interface.
Throughout November, we will continue our work and will begin deploying new screens, starting with the mobile app and moving to the desktop. Here are some changes you can expect to see:
A fresh look. We are giving the icons throughout the mobile and desktop apps a makeover. The updated symbols highlight familiar functionality, making them more intuitive and interaction friendly.
An immersive show experience. We have crafted a redesigned show page that’s intuitive and enjoyable to use. Each show will have a unique identity. The app will intelligently pick a theme color that complements your artwork to create an immersive experience. We have thoughtfully updated the buttons and placed them in the most functional places on the screen, while keeping the design simple and clutter-free.
A larger canvas. As we roll out the new app experience, you will notice that your show and episode artwork will be larger. You may want to consider upgrading your artwork quality to a minimum resolution of 858 x 858 pixels. If you want to get ahead of this, you can download our Photoshop template to ensure your artwork is perfectly sized.
Automated user management. We are further automating user management for single sign on (SSO) connections, taking advantage of advancements in the SCIM protocol. This will improve background user activation and deactivation and most importantly, it unlocks the ability to send system-generated emails to users prior to first log- in, helping to support your program adoption goals. We will be reaching out to accounts over the next several weeks to talk with IT team contacts about updating your SSO connection. Feel free to proactively check with support@ustudio.com for coordination.
A tailored browse experience. When audience members open the desktop app, they are presented with a list of all shows across the company they have permission to access. You now have the opportunity to tailor this first impression for your audience to a specific set of shows. If you would like to take advantage of this feature, please contact support@ustudio.com.
Monthly digests are here! Your audience members are now receiving monthly digest emails that highlight episodes that have been published in the past month. Smart links lead users to the app for seamless playback. And, users can manage their delivery preferences in the settings area. We’ve seen a big adoption lift with email notifications; hope you’re seeing the same!
Make it personal. Don’t miss an opportunity to brand the header for your company’s weekly and monthly email digests. Download the email header Photoshop template and send it to support@ustudio.com to take advantage of the customization.
