Listenara

Release Notes

What’s new in Listenara.

See the improvements included in each customer release.

Listenara 1.0.1 —

Current public update · Build 7

Listenara 1.0.1 makes installation and Codex setup clearer, with simpler guidance for downloads, privacy, and updates. Existing Libraries and licenses continue to work. The Mac app and optional Codex skill are updated separately.

New

  • A step-by-step Codex guide for setup, checking the skill, starting safely, common tasks, updates, removal, and troubleshooting.
  • Privacy-safe Recorder and Library screenshots made without customer recordings or transcripts.

Improved

  • A more predictable drag-to-Applications installation, with clearer app details in Finder.
  • Clearer first-launch steps when macOS asks you to approve Listenara.
  • Simpler release notes, privacy guidance, and download instructions.

Fixed

  • Correct Codex skill setup and update instructions.
  • More reliable app and Codex skill download links.

Requires an Apple-silicon Mac running macOS 26.4 or later.

Listenara 1.0.0 —

Previous public update · Build 6

Listenara 1.0.0 adds a synchronized local recording Library, automatic audio and transcript retention, optional paired translation, single-file audio import, search and organization, recoverable Trash, shared text sizing, and reliability and privacy improvements.

New

  • A synchronized local Library for retained audio, timestamped transcription, and optional paired translation.
  • Native File → Import Audio… for one authorized audio file at a time.
  • Search, tags, collections, favorites, readable exports, and 30-day recoverable Trash.

Improved

  • Recorder and Library remember the same transcript and translation text size.
  • After you stop, you can move the saved recording to Trash and undo it immediately.
  • Codex can help organize recordings, suggest reviewable corrections, and create summaries or study notes.

Fixed

  • More reliable startup, recovery, importing, playback, and behavior when your Mac sleeps.
  • Safer Codex Library browsing that shares only the recording information needed for the task.

Requires an Apple-silicon Mac running macOS 26.4 or later.

Initial public release —

Listenara 1.0.0 · Build 1

New

  • Live local transcription and translation for authorized microphone and system audio.
  • A 60-minute trial and a US$29 one-time personal license for up to 3 personal Macs.
  • Optional Codex help, update notices, and straightforward license activation.