Compass iOS v0.1.4 — Updates & Improvements
This update brings major improvements to video playback, format compatibility, streaming source management, application stability, and error handling
This release includes all improvements and fixes introduced from v0.1.0 through v0.1.4
Video Player Improvements
- Added native VLC playback support for MKV, WebM, AVI, and additional video formats
- Improved handling of 4K HEVC, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision video sources
- Added detection for videos that play audio but display a black screen
- Improved video frame detection to verify that video frames are actually being rendered
- Added automatic fallback between available playback engines when playback issues occur
- Added VLC software decoding as an additional fallback when video rendering fails
- Preserved playback position, speed, and volume when switching between players
- Improved error messages when video cannot be displayed correctly
Playback & Resume Fixes
- Fixed playback failures when returning to the app after switching applications
- Added automatic validation of video source URLs when resuming playback
- Added automatic attempts to renew expired Debrid links
- Improved playback recovery from the previous position
- Fixed loading indicators remaining visible while video was already playing
- Improved buffering detection based on actual video frame activity
- Improved playback recovery when a playback engine fails
Streaming Source Improvements
- Improved streaming source loading performance
- Sources now appear progressively as addons respond, without waiting for slower addons
- Fixed incorrect episode selection when playing videos from complete season packs
- Improved source switching while preserving playback progress
- Improved handling of different streaming sources during playback
Performance & Stability
- Improved video playback and decoding error handling
- Added automatic recovery attempts when video rendering fails
- Added playback startup and buffering diagnostics in development builds only
- Improved error reporting to help identify playback failures
- Various stability and reliability improvements
Download Compass for iOS
Compass is available as an IPA file and through its official app source for compatible sideloading stores
Official iOS Website
Official Compass Source (AltStore-compatible)
https://ios.compass.sarl/source.json
Download Latest IPA — v0.1.4
https://ios.compass.sarl/releases/Compass-0.1.4.ipa
Supported Sideloading Stores & Tools
Compass can be installed using the following tools, depending on their support for app sources or IPA installation
- [SideStore](https://sidestore.io/) — Add the Compass source and install the app
- [AltStore Classic](https://altstore.io/) — Add the source, install Compass, and access future updates
- [Feather](https://feather.claration.dev/) — Add the Compass source or import and sign the IPA
- [Zeus](https://getzeus.app/) — Install using the IPA file and the available Zeus installation options
- ESign — Import and sign the IPA using a compatible signing certificate
- Scarlet — Install the IPA using available installation methods
- Sideloadly — Install the IPA using a computer
- RGD — Use the IPA file if supported by the installation tool
How to Add the Compass Source
- Open a sideloading store that supports AltStore-compatible sources
- Navigate to Sources or Repositories
- Select Add Source
- Enter the following URL
https://ios.compass.sarl/source.json
- Find Compass in the added source and install the available version using your preferred signing method
Compatibility & Requirements
- Minimum supported version: iOS 16.4
- Built with Expo / React Native
- Distributed as an unsigned IPA
- Users are responsible for signing and installing the application using their own Apple account or signing certificate
- Installation methods and source compatibility may vary depending on the sideloading tool
Known Issues & Limitations
- HDR10+ and Dolby Vision playback have not yet been verified on physical iOS devices
- Some 4K HEVC sources may still experience compatibility issues depending on the device and video encoding
- This is a beta release, and additional bugs may still be present
Please report any playback issues, black screens, or unsupported video sources to help improve future releases
Compass Team