When is the mobile app coming out?

HappyCat · 2021-03-05T16:08:55.275Z

Just recently started using Obsidian after switching from SimpleNote due to the lack of encryption. One thing I’m missing is the mobile app (I know I can use iWriter or something else on iPhone, but I’d rather just wait for the official app).

Is there an estimated release date for this?

JonathanBuchh · 2021-03-05T16:21:16.919Z

I am not aware of an estimated release date; however, the roadmap says that the devs are working on them, so we should have them in the near future! This is how others are using Obsidian on mobile:

How do I work with Obsidian on Mobile? FAQ

Obsidian will have a mobile version! But it does not, just yet. Here are some options for working around that. Your notes in Obsidian are kept in markdown files, which are at base plain text. Therefore, you can edit them with any text editor, and if you sync to your mobile device with any cloud service you can edit them there. That said, what you choose for that depends on your circumstances and requirements. For iOS The most popular editors for iOS seem to be 1Writer and iA Writer. Both are …

WhiteNoise · 2021-03-05T17:10:32.008Z

when it’s ready.

HappyCat · 2021-03-09T19:33:48.901Z

Thanks! Looking forward to this.

HappyCat · 2021-03-09T19:34:26.998Z

Uh lol

Mommerz · 2021-03-11T21:43:41.272Z

That could have been answered more kindly, I think.

JonathanBuchh · 2021-03-11T23:28:47.726Z

Here’s the official statement:

Mobile closed beta started for Catalyst VIP Announcements

Obsidian Mobile (Android and iOS) is now officially in private beta. Here’s the rollout plan: Right now it’s only available to VIPs. This helps us fix the most broken things before it’s rolled out to a wider audience, and also shows appreciation for their support. Obsidian couldn’t have made it this far without our supporters! Once the most critical issues have been fixed, we’ll make the beta available to supporters, then insiders. When the app is stable, it will be publicly available. We don…

Silver · 2021-03-11T23:53:52.905Z

Mommerz:

That could have been answered more kindly, I think.

Sorry about that! We don’t do time estimates though, because it’s always hard to say. We’re working on it as hard as we can, and it will come out when it’s ready. Putting a date out would usually cause unnecessary stress which is counterproductive. Thanks for understanding!

sergy · 2021-03-12T01:23:36.195Z

You have a great app, let’s go stress-free. Everyone understands everything and just waiting impatiently

pmbauer · 2021-03-12T01:34:56.424Z

You all are so wholesome

schemar · 2021-03-12T09:20:09.252Z

It’s incredible how fast @Silver et al. produce quality software (judging from the desktop app). It appears the mobile app has already come quite some way which is amazing given the time frame. And the desktop app still receives updates as well.

I am eagerly, patiently awaiting the mobile app

kurosakisaizo · 2021-03-12T15:32:11.060Z

I think he was referring to WhiteNoise’s answer, which was, to be fair, curt, but it’s not my place to say. Although I could be wrong about who it was directed to. It is still nice of you to apologize though, and this proves that you are an outstanding moderator. Thank you for working on our behalf to help make Obsidian and the Obsidian forum a positive, awesome and inspiring place to visit! <3

kurosakisaizo · 2021-03-12T15:36:10.091Z

I concur 100%. I spent literally years trying to find the perfect Markdown-enabled “EverNote”. I was hooked on Obsidian 5 minutes after using it. It’s a beautiful, rich and extensible application, and I am so grateful to Silver and all the other developers. I am also grateful to you personally, schemar, and all the other supporters, insiders and VIP’s. Like the post says, this couldn’t have been possible without your help. If I weren’t so broke right now I’d become a supporter myself, and fully intend to do so once I have enough to eat and do that, so for people who can’t afford to support it monetarily right now, you guys are very helpful.