Desktop Pet Version History

Track the evolution of Desktop Pet through all our releases. See what's new, what's improved, and what's coming next.

v1.1.1
October 19, 2025
Latest

🔧 Bug Fixes & Improvements

Fixed wake word startup issue and running animations from menu. Improved voice chat functionality and microphone management.

v1.1.0
October 18, 2025
Previous

🚀 Enhanced Experience

The first major update to Desktop Pet! This version brings improved performance, better chat experience, and enhanced AI capabilities.

✨ What's New in v1.1.0:

  • 💬 Improved Chat Interface: Better chat bubble design with custom icons
  • 🤖 Smarter AI: Enhanced AI responses with better context understanding
  • 🎨 Custom Icons: Beautiful custom icons for all chat interactions
  • ⚡ Performance Improvements: Faster app startup and smoother animations
  • 🔧 Bug Fixes: Resolved various issues from v1.0.0
  • 📱 Better Windows Support: Improved compatibility and stability on Windows
  • 🎯 Enhanced Focus Features: Better timer and reminder functionality
  • 🔍 Improved Weather Detection: More accurate weather query recognition

📋 System Requirements:

macOS:
  • macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
  • Intel or Apple Silicon processor
  • 150 MB free disk space
  • Metal-compatible graphics
Windows:
  • Windows 10 or later
  • 64-bit processor
  • 100 MB free disk space
  • DirectX 11 compatible graphics

📝 Release Notes:

This update focuses on improving the overall user experience with better chat interface, enhanced AI capabilities, and performance optimizations. The custom icons make the app feel more polished and professional.

v1.0.0
October 3, 2025
Previous

🎉 Initial Release

The very first release of Desktop Pet! This version includes all the core features that make Desktop Pet your perfect digital companion.

✨ What's New in v1.0.0:

  • 🐱 Adorable Cat Pet: Meet your first digital companion with realistic animations
  • 🤖 AI Assistant: Chat with your pet using OpenAI integration
  • 🎤 Voice Recognition: Talk to your pet with voice commands
  • ⏰ Focus Timer: Built-in Pomodoro timer for productivity
  • 🔔 Smart Reminders: Get gentle reminders for breaks and tasks
  • 🌤️ Weather Integration: Ask your pet about the weather
  • 📝 Todo Management: Create and manage your task list
  • 🔊 Sound Effects: Delightful audio feedback and ambient sounds
  • 🖥️ Cross-Platform: Available for Windows and macOS
  • 🔒 Privacy First: All data stays on your device

📋 System Requirements:

macOS:
  • macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or later
  • Intel or Apple Silicon processor
  • 150 MB free disk space
  • Metal-compatible graphics
Windows:
  • Windows 10 or later
  • 64-bit processor
  • 100 MB free disk space
  • DirectX 11 compatible graphics

📝 Release Notes:

This is the initial release of Desktop Pet, bringing together all the features we've been working on. The app includes a fully functional AI assistant powered by OpenAI, voice recognition capabilities, productivity tools, and a delightful cat companion that will brighten your desktop experience.

Note: This app is not digitally signed but is completely safe to use. As an independent developer, I focus resources on features and improvements rather than expensive code signing certificates. You may need to bypass security warnings on first launch.

v1.2.0
Coming Soon
Planned

🚀 What's Coming Next

We're already working on exciting new features for the next release!

🔮 Planned Features:

  • 🐕 Dog Pet: A new canine companion to choose from
  • 🐰 Bunny Pet: An adorable rabbit friend
  • 🎨 Custom Themes: Personalize your pet's appearance
  • 📊 Usage Analytics: Track your productivity patterns
  • 🌙 Day and Night Mode: Better support for dark desktop themes
  • 🔧 Advanced Settings: More customization options