Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Deseret News since it was posted on our website on 2014-03-05.
The latest version is 4.6.2 and it was updated on soft112.com on 19 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 4.6.2
posted on 2024-04-12
This version of the app fixes a bug that affected sharing stories.
version 4.6.0
posted on 2024-03-27
This version of the app adds back in links to related stories within articles and caps the Utah queue on the Featured tab to five stories.
version 4.5.0
posted on 2024-02-23
This version of the app contains changes that allow us to continue delivering content and will be required for all readers on February 27, 2024.
version 4.4.1
posted on 2023-12-21
This version of the app has a few small changes in the background.
version 4.4.0
posted on 2023-12-21
This version makes it easier and more intuitive to change article text size, has some general optimizations, and it improves linking to the Church News app.
version 4.3.2
posted on 2023-10-23
Miscellaneous behind-the-scenes changes
version 4.3.1
posted on 2023-08-04
Fixed an issue with Obituaries failing to appear
version 4.3.0
posted on 2023-08-04
Resolved a bug causing some articles not to load from notifications. Upgraded our analytics platform.
version 4.2.2
posted on 2023-05-23
Improved gallery captions
version 4.2.2
posted on 2023-02-06
Improved screen loading speed for older devices and addressed some small bugs.
version 4.1.8
posted on 2022-04-19
This version defaults to light or dark mode depending on your device's settings. (You can still independently configure the app's appearance in the Settings tab.) This version also includes improvements that help some stories update more quickly.
version 4.1.7
posted on 2022-01-10
Stability improvements and bug fixes
version 4.1.6
posted on 2021-11-22
Stability improvements and bug fixes
-- New in version 4.1.5 --
All users can now see top Utah news directly in the Featured tab. You can continue to read our full selection of Utah-focused content from the Utah section of the app.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.1.5
posted on 2021-08-09
You can now see top Utah news directly in the Featured tab. Continue to read our full selection of Utah-focused content from the Utah section of the app.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.1.3
posted on 2021-08-09
Deseret News obituaries can now be viewed directly from inside the app. Find the new obituary section by navigating to Sections > Obituaries.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.1.2
posted on 2021-05-04
This release resolves a bug that prevented the app from opening for some users.
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Back by popular demand: View the most-read Deseret News stories in the new and improved Popular tab! Also enjoy much longer story queues and a content mix that more closely matches what you see on Deseret.com.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.1.1
posted on 2020-12-26
Miscellaneous Bug Fixes
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Back by popular demand: View the most-read Deseret News stories in the new and improved Popular tab! Also enjoy much longer story queues and a content mix that more closely matches what you see on Deseret.com.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.1.0
posted on 2020-11-20
Back by popular demand: View the most-read Deseret News stories in the new and improved Popular tab! Also enjoy much longer story queues and a content mix that more closely matches what you see on Deseret.com.
Let us know what you think by tapping More > Settings > Email Feedback in the app.
version 4.0.13
posted on 2020-11-14
This version contains some behind-the-scenes performance enhancements.
version 4.0.12
posted on 2020-08-25
Enjoy a redesigned home tab experience! This version makes the Featured and Latest news feeds more prominent and lets you customize which feed loads by default. This version also simplifies the on-boarding process after updating the app.
version 4.0.10
posted on 2020-05-14
This version improves the look and formatting of some inline images on tablet devices.
version 4.0.9
posted on 2020-03-31
This version improves the look and feel of some social embeds in articles, and it fixes a bug that causes some ads to overlap story content. This version also improves the pull quote design to better match the style of the Deseret News website. Thank you for your feedback!
version 4.0.6
posted on 2019-12-17
This version contains some behind-the-scenes performance enhancements.
-- New in version 4.0.5 --
Enjoy an improved look and feel when using the app on larger screens and tablets. This version also quashes several bugs and includes other behind the scenes changes. Thank you for all of your feedback!
version 4.0.5
posted on 2019-11-15
Enjoy an improved look and feel when using the app on larger screens and tablets. This version also quashes several bugs and includes other behind the scenes changes. Thank you for all of your feedback!
version 4.0.4
posted on 2019-11-12
This version contains a bug fix that will prevent an issue that caused certain articles to display duplicate ads.
version 4.0.3
posted on 2019-09-19
This version contains crash fixes, polish and quicker access to our Grid Picks sports contests (tap the More button at the bottom of most screens)
version 4.0.1
posted on 2019-08-15
An all-new version of the Deseret News app is now available. Please update your app to continue to enjoy the Deseret News.
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
version 3.4.5
posted on 2019-04-18
This version includes various behind-the-scenes fixes.
Interested in testing an upcoming version of the Deseret News app? Let us know at dn-web-support@deseretdigital.com.
version 3.3.9
posted on 2018-02-06
The Deseret News has reporters on the ground in South Korea. Follow our coverage as it happens with a special Winter Games push notification channel.
version 3.3
posted on 2016-11-23
Adds support for a new type of content.
version 1.2.0
posted on 2013-05-16
Several fixes and updates