# Spark Mandarin

> Spark Mandarin (iPhone/iPad app by Simlex Solutions Pty Ltd.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-mandarin/id6760764046 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Simlex Solutions Pty Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1886119973)
- Category: Education, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.1 · 40 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2026-04-01
- Data updated: 2026-06-19
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/spark-mandarin/id6760764046/reviews.md

## What is Spark Mandarin?

Spark Mandarin is your child's dedicated companion for Mandarin Chinese learning. Designed for students enrolled in Spark Mandarin classes, the app keeps parents and students connected to their learning journey.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2026-05-22

• Pinch to zoom in on photos — spread two fingers to zoom in, pan to move around, and double-tap to reset
• Press and hold any photo to save it to your photo library
• Fixed class reminder notifications arriving 30 minutes early
• Improved class reminder notification messages
• Bug fixes and performance improvements

### 1.2.1 — 2026-05-11

Profile setup — New accounts are guided through profile setup in a smooth bottom sheet when they first sign in, with the app visible behind it
Keyboard dismiss — Tap anywhere outside a text field to dismiss the keyboard across all form screens
Delete your comments — Swipe left on any comment you've posted to delete it
Bug fixes and stability improvements — Resolved several navigation issues with sign-in, profile setup flow, and deep link handling

### 1.2.0 — 2026-05-09

User avatars — Parents can now upload a profile photo from their device's photo library. Avatars appear in comment threads and on the profile screen. If no photo is set, initials are shown as a fallback.
Likes and comments — Parents can like and comment on newsletters and learning materials. Comment counts and like counts are visible to all users; posting requires sign-in.
Sign-in improvement — The "Forgot Password" button is now accessible when the keyboard is open on smaller devices.
Bug fix — Opening a learning material with a video attachment no longer crashes the app on load.

### 1.1.0 — 2026-05-03

Library filters — Browse resources by type (Documents, Media, Activities, Embeds, Newsletters) and tag with multi-select support. Active filters are shown as removable chips.
Tags — Materials now display colour-coded tags in cards and detail views.
Media gallery — Photo and video materials open in a full-screen viewer with swipe navigation.
Embedded content — Iframe/embed materials can now be viewed directly in-app.
View counts — See how many times a resource or newsletter has been viewed.
Class library — Archived materials are no longer shown in class detail or the library.
Bug fixes — Fixed a crash on the home screen that affected some users; fixed tag colours not displaying correctly.

### 1.0.0 — 2026-04-01

No release notes.

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