Updates and News

We’re excited to announce a significant update to Mylio Photos, 24.5 (7787), which is now shipping. This update adds several new benefits and features.

Update Version: 24.5 (7787)

• macOS Build: 24.5 (7787)
• Windows Build: 24.5 (7787)
• iOS Build: 24.5 (7787)
• Android Build: 24.5 (7787)

Note: It is a good idea to update all devices at the same time.

 

The short version

Here’s what you can expect:

• The Mylio Photos update is scheduled to ship this week.
• The update makes more than two hundred improvements to stability and performance.
• We've also added a significant update to Photo Sharing and Export
• This update is free to all users.
• Some of the features require a Mylio Photos+ membership or trial version.

 

Enhanced Sharing Panel in Mylio Photos

We’ve dramatically improved the Sharing experience in Mylio Photos, offering a streamlined and consistent user interface across all platforms, including desktop and mobile. These updates apply to all export types, ensuring a unified experience.

Key Updates:

• New Default Presets: Optimized for 4K displays and high-quality printing.
• Custom Presets: You can now create and save your custom export presets.
• Custom Watermarks & Metadata: Include personalized watermarks and metadata within your presets.
• Preset Syncing: Your custom presets will sync seamlessly between all your devices.
• Reorganized Share Menu: We’ve restructured the menu for more straightforward navigation.
• Resolution Renamed to Dimensions: We’ve renamed this option to reflect its function better.
• Under the Hood: We’ve also fixed various bugs and enhanced the export engine's overall performance for a faster, more reliable experience.

 

Pro Tip: Click the settings icon next to the preset to edit an export template. To use a preset quickly in the future, simply click the main button.

Mylio Drive+ and SecureCloud Enhancements

We’ve made significant updates to both Mylio Drive+ and your SecureCloud plan, bringing improved performance, easier setup, and more control over your storage and syncing options.
Key Updates:

• Improved Performance: Faster syncing and smoother operation across all devices.
• Simplified Setup: Getting started with Mylio Drive+ and a SecureCloud Plan is now more straightforward than ever.
• Enhanced Full Storage Notifications: Receive clearer notifications when your storage is nearing capacity so you can take action before it's full.
• Cache Clearing for Files: You can now manually clear cached files to reduce the amount of online storage being used and free up space for essential files.
• SecureCloud Plan Protection: For added security, you can no longer cancel or delete your SecureCloud Plan until all Originals are safely synced to a local vault device.
• SyncCollections with Mylio Drive+: Gain greater control over how your Originals and Optimized files sync by using SyncCollections, allowing you to fine-tune your storage management.

 

These updates ensure more reliable and secure file handling, giving you more peace of mind while using Mylio Drive+ and your SecureCloud Plan. If you aren’t using it yet, just click the Devices panel and click the Add+ button to get started.

Performance and Usability Updates

This release focuses on improving overall performance and fixing various stability issues. Over 200 community-reported requests were addressed, and numerous performance enhancements were made, including resolving several crash issues.

Here are the notable usability and performance improvements:

Albums

• Privacy and storage settings now correctly apply when adding photos to an album.

Apple Photos

• Fixed an issue where some photos were incorrectly paired when Apple reused filenames (common during device upgrades).
• A library scan and repair step has been added to fix these issues.

Calendar View

• Improved how events are displayed when searching in Calendar view.
• You can now easily edit cover photos for events directly from the Info Panel.

 

 

Categories

• Fixed a bug where categories were incorrectly applied to imported media.
• You can now set categories when importing from the Files app on iOS.

Documents

• Preview icons for Office documents on macOS are now working correctly.

Dynamic Search

• You can now drag and drop media from Finder or Explorer into a visible folder to copy it.
• Multi-word keyword search terms are now supported.

Editing

• Mobile editing presets now include a reset option for easier adjustments.
• Improved how the Levels command is tracked for Undo and preset purposes, making it easier to manage edits.

 

Face Tagging

• The Rescan Faces command now works faster for improved performance.
• Added support for names with commas (e.g., "lastname, Sr.") in name fields.
• Confirming faces now removes them from the proposed list.
• Ignored faces are still counted when using the FaceCount custom filter.
• A new "Zoom to Face" switch has been added to the People view for easier face tagging.
• Exiting Batch Face Tagging mode automatically occurs when switching views.

frame.io

• Improved support for reading existing XMP sidecar files during import.
• RAW and JPEG pairs are now bundled together during import.
• You can now choose whether to skip importing duplicate files when using frame.io importers.
• Increased stability when posting new versions to frame.io.

Geotagging

• The "Location Shown" field now displays more text for easier reading.
• Long-press (or right-click) on the map to add selected photos, even in full-screen view.
• The map now pans dynamically based on selected geotagged photos in grid view.

Importing

• Added a filter dialog and recent folders to the folder tree to select a destination during import.
• Mylio Scanner now detects new images and external changes more accurately.
• Improved support for importing from the Apple Files app on iOS.

 

Mylio Clipboard

• Pressing the B key now adds selected media, albums, or folders to the Mylio Clipboard panel and opens it if it’s closed.
• Double-clicking an item in the clipboard takes you directly to its location.

Photo DeDupe

• You can now use Unflagged, Picked, or Rejected flags as criteria when running Photo DeDupe.

QuickFilters

• Now supports multi-word keyword QuickFilters for more precise searching.
• Multiple keyword filters are treated as an AND combination, refining your results.
• Solo Mode allows only one group to be open at a time for better focus.
• A refresh button has been added to the QuickFilters settings (gear icon) to update the list for recent media changes.
• Fixed issues when filtering by "Unknown Camera" or "Unknown Make" lens.
• Improved filtering for multiple file types or extensions.

 

 

QuickReview and Single Image Gestures

• Star rating gestures now work even when the left panel is open, allowing for faster photo rating. To launch, click the More menu (...) and choose QuickReview.

Sharing

• Mylio Photos now remembers your display preferences for folder views in the top-level share panel.
• Added the option to include filenames when sharing via Shared Album or Shareable Link.

Slideshows

• Fixed an issue where slideshows wouldn’t work for images inside the Apple Photos folder.

 

Temporary Sync Conflicts Folder

• A temporary sync folder will appear when major sync conflicts arise between two devices.
• Clear instructions are provided in the Info Panel to help resolve the issue.
• Once the conflict is resolved, the folder is automatically hidden.

User Interface

• Tab navigation works across more fields in the UI and Info Panel for smoother navigation.
• Shift+Tab now allows you to move backward through fields.
• Umlauts are now better supported in search and filters for more accurate results.
• Buttons in the Info Panel have improved consistency for a more polished look.
• Preference controls for Face Recognition and SmartTags have been improved for easier management.
• The Mylio Clipboard is hidden from Dashboard View for a cleaner interface.
• Linked folder counts in the Sources area of the Device Panel are now correctly calculated.
• Tapping the top bar in Single Image View toggles information about the file, folder, or album.
• Improved scrolling in the Info Panel allows headers to be dragged.
• The scroll wheel direction for advancing through the filmstrip now matches the full-screen view.

Watermarks

• Improved image watermark sizing for more accurate placement.
• You can now save watermarks with export presets for quick reuse.
• Watermarks are now unique to each export type, preventing accidental use of the wrong watermark.

 

New Camera Support

We've added additional camera model support.

• Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6
• Panasonic DC-S5M2
• Panasonic DC-G9 II
• Panasonic DC-S9
• Canon EOS R1
• Canon EOS R5 Mark II
• Cropped NEF files from Nikon Z7 II are now supported

 

How to update the app?

When connected to the internet, launch Mylio Photos. The desktop application should prompt you for an update. Most mobile devices are set to auto-update, so check the Help menu and choose About Mylio Photos” to verify the device's version. If you still need the mobile update, visit the iOS App Store or Google Play Store.

If Mylio Photos crashes when opening, you can manually download the update here – https://mylio.com/download.

Reminder of minimum system requirements

 

• Windows Computers and Tablets: Windows 10 version 21H2 (64-bit) or later; Windows 11
• Windows ARM – Surface X Pro: Windows 10 version 21H2 (64-bit) or later; Windows 11
• Android Phones and Tablets: Android 11 or later
• Macintosh Computers: macOS 11 or later
• iPhone and iPad Devices: iOS 16 or later

While older devices can still run previous versions of Mylio Photos, this will change in upcoming updates. Our next major update, expected this winter, will require a database upgrade, which older devices will not support. As a result, these devices will no longer sync.

Please ensure your device is upgraded to a supported OS to avoid disruption. If your device can’t be updated due to manufacturer limitations, consider replacing it with a newer or refurbished model that meets the minimum requirements.

 

What’s next?

We have started a major new development sprint that will run for an extended time. During this time, we will address several areas of the application and account management experience. We will share more details throughout the Winter as we expand Mylio Photos' capabilities.

Potential items include

• Expansion of Family Plans for Mylio Photos
• Expansion of Small Business plans for Mylio Photos
• Additional Navigation options
• Additional security features