Changelog

Stay up to date with the latest improvements, features, and fixes in Choose Like Buddha, a mindfulness and decision-making app inspired by Buddhist philosophy. On this page, we share detailed release notes for each version, including new features, performance enhancements, and bug fixes.

We regularly update the app to improve user experience, add meaningful tools like daily reminders, and ensure stability across iOS devices. Check back often to see how the app evolves and how each update helps you make calmer, more conscious choices in everyday life.

Version 1.8 - April 20, 2026

Growth Tracking, Guest Mode & Deeper Practice

  • Added onboarding screens to guide new users through the app
  • Introduced Buddhist Concepts Radar Chart on your profile, tracking your strengths and areas for growth across 8 core concepts: Compassion, Patience, Letting Go, Mindfulness, Right Speech, Acceptance, Kindness, and Wisdom
  • Added Guest Mode, letting you use the full app anonymously on your device
  • You can still sign in anytime to sync your progress across devices and preserve your journey
  • Expanded the Breathing Guide with four traditional techniques: Sama (Box) Breathing, Ānāpānasati (Mindfulness of Breathing), Mettā (Loving-Kindness) Breathing, and Vase Breathing (Kumbhaka) — read more on the Breathing Guide page
  • Premium subscribers can now revisit their Ask Buddha conversation history — every question and response is saved, and you can delete individual entries or clear the history at any time

This update brings deeper personalization and growth insights, a gentler first-run experience, and a richer set of contemplative practices for everyday use.

Version 1.7 - February 17, 2026

Android Preparation & Stability

  • Preparing the Android version of Choose Like Buddha
  • General performance and stability improvements

This release focuses on expanding platform support and ensuring a stable foundation for future updates.

Version 1.6 - February 16, 2026

Ask Buddha - AI-Powered Wisdom at Your Fingertips

  • Launched Ask Buddha feature, an innovative AI-powered tool that delivers personalized guidance inspired by Buddhist philosophy. Users can now ask questions and receive thoughtful, wisdom-based responses from an intelligent AI Buddha

This groundbreaking feature brings artificial intelligence and ancient wisdom together, allowing users to receive instant, compassionate guidance on life’s challenges. Ask Buddha combines the power of machine learning with Buddhist principles to provide meaningful answers tailored to each user’s unique situation and spiritual journey.

Version 1.5 - January 29, 2026

Subscription Improvements & Stability Update

  • Updated Premium subscription implementation to improve reliability and resolve purchase errors
  • Improved handling of subscription status across app sessions
  • Enhanced purchase flow clarity for Free Path and Enlightened Path users
  • Fixed edge-case bugs related to premium access
  • General performance and stability improvements

This release ensures a smoother and more reliable subscription experience for all users.

Version 1.4 — January 25, 2026

Daily Reminders & Practice Consistency

  • Introduced daily reminder notifications to encourage regular mindfulness practice
  • Improved reliability of daily question delivery
  • Fixed subscription-related edge cases
  • General performance and stability improvements

This update helps users stay consistent with daily reflection and mindful decision-making.

Version 1.3

Breathing Tool & Emotional Awareness

  • Added 4-4-4 guided breathing tool for calming the mind and reducing stress
  • Introduced food–body feeling tracking, allowing users to note how specific foods affect their body and mood
  • Improved navigation between tools and daily questions
  • Minor UI refinements

Expanded the app beyond questions into practical mindfulness tools.

Version 1.2

Progress Tracking & Personalization

  • Added progress chart showing correct answers per day
  • Introduced user accounts with email and Apple Sign-In
  • Enabled users to set and edit their name
  • Improved data persistence across sessions

This version made progress measurable and the experience more personal.

Version 1.1

Premium Access & Usage Limits

  • Introduced Premium subscription (monthly)
  • Free Path: up to 5 questions per day
  • Enlightened Path (Premium): increased daily question limit
  • Improved explanation clarity after each answer

Established sustainable access to extended daily practice.

Version 1.0

Initial Release

  • Launched Choose Like Buddha on the App Store
  • Daily quiz-style questions based on mindful and ethical decision-making
  • Clear explanations provided after each answer
  • Calm, minimalist design focused on reflection

The foundation of a mindful decision-making app rooted in awareness and wisdom.