# RING A BELL FOR ASL

> RING A BELL FOR ASL (iPhone/iPad app by Robert Thomas.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ring-a-bell-for-asl/id6749035778 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Robert Thomas](https://appshunter.io/developer/1828565530)
- Category: Utilities, Education
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 41 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-07-24
- Data updated: 2026-08-30
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ring-a-bell-for-asl/id6749035778/reviews.md

## What is RING A BELL FOR ASL?

Bridge the gap between hearing impaired and hearing individuals with Ring A Bell — your real-time ASL translation companion.
Whether you’re learning American Sign Language or supporting someone who signs, Ring A Bell uses your phone’s camera to translate ASL gestures into spoken and written English.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.1.5 — 2025-09-30

bug fixes

### 1.1.3 — 2025-08-18

What's New in Version 1.1.3

Critical Bug Fixes
Fixed API Connection Issues - Resolved 404 errors that prevented ASL translation from working
Improved Camera Initialization - Fixed timing issues where translation would fail to start

New Features
Start/Stop Translation Button - New intuitive control to manually start and stop ASL translation
Real-time Connection Status - Visual indicators showing API connection state (connecting, ready, error)
Session Management - Better control over translation sessions with timer display

Performance Improvements
Faster API Response - Optimized connection handling for quicker translation results
Reduced Battery Usage - Smarter API calls only when needed
Better Permission Handling - Smoother camera permission flow

Technical Enhancements
Enhanced Error Handling - More reliable recovery from connection issues
Improved Logging - Better crash reporting and debugging capabilities

### 1.1.2 — 2025-08-15

Production API endpoint - Now uses the stable cloud-based ASL recognition service
Updated Firebase integration - Better error logging and user feedback collection
Enhanced debugging - Improved crash reporting for faster issue resolutio

### 1.1.1 — 2025-08-10

Ring A Bell for ASL v1.1.1
- Anonymous feedback (no sign‑in)
- Faster API warm‑up/start
- Improved error logging & reliability
- Branding and accessibility polish
- Bug fixes & performance improvements

### 1.1 — 2025-07-31

Update - Ring A Bell for ASL v1.1.0

What's New:
• Updated app name to "Ring A Bell for ASL" - now fully compliant with our trademark
• Refreshed app icon with improved design
• Enhanced error logging system for better app reliability
• New anonymous feedback feature - share your thoughts without providing personal information
• All feedback is securely stored for continuous app improvement

Technical Improvements:
• Improved app stability and performance
• Better error tracking and resolution
• Streamlined user experience

Thank you for using Ring A Bell for ASL! Your feedback helps us make ASL communication more accessible for everyone.

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