# FreeKiosk Roadmap and Changelog

**Recent release highlights plus medium-term product direction**

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## Table of Contents

- [Overview](#overview)
- [Configuration](#configuration)
- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
- [Features](#features)
- [Troubleshooting](#troubleshooting)
- [Related Resources](#related-resources)




> [!IMPORTANT]
> Roadmap priorities can evolve; use issues and discussions for the latest planning signal.

## Latest Stable Releases

### v1.2.17 (Mar 2026)



| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| **Media Player Mode** | Native media player integration |
| **Dashboard Mode** | Improved tile grid and navigation |
| **Multi-App Mode** | Boot lock activity for external apps |
| **Kiosk Watchdog** | Enhanced reliability and auto-recovery |
| **MQTT Persistence** | Hardened connection handling |



### v1.2.16 (Mar 2026)



| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| **Keep-Screen-On** | Refined behavior and settings |
| **MQTT Reconnect** | Background fixes and stability |
| **Camera2 Fallback** | Improved camera reliability |
| **Device Info** | Enriched API/MQTT data |



### v1.2.15 (Feb 2026)



| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| **Brightness Control** | App brightness management toggle |
| **Beta Channel** | Optional beta updates |
| **MQTT Password** | UX improvements and fixes |
| **Motion Detection** | Camera key reliability fixes |



> [!NOTE]
> For complete release history and detailed notes, refer to GitHub releases:
>
> - [All Releases](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/releases)

## Product Roadmap

### v1.3.x - Operational Excellence



| Focus Area | Planned Features |
|---|---|
| **Reliability** | Enhanced kiosk stability and error recovery |
| **Deployment** | Expanded remote control and provisioning tools |
| **Media Workflows** | Improved media player and dashboard integration |
| **Monitoring** | Advanced device health and performance metrics |
| **Configuration** | Simplified setup and management interfaces |



### v2.x - Cloud & Enterprise



| Focus Area | Planned Features |
|---|---|
| **Cloud Management** | MDM-style fleet management capabilities |
| **Integrations** | Expanded platform support and localizations |
| **Enterprise Tools** | Advanced configuration and deployment tooling |
| **Analytics** | Usage insights and performance monitoring |
| **Security** | Enhanced authentication and access control |



> [!NOTE]
> Roadmap items evolve over time; use issues/discussions for current prioritization:
> - [Issues](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/issues)
> - [Discussions](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/discussions)


## Detailed Feature Progress

### Current Status (v1.2.x)



| Feature | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| **WebView Mode** | Complete | Full kiosk browser functionality |
| **External App Mode** | Complete | Lock to any Android app |
| **Dashboard Mode** | Complete | Multi-URL tile grid |
| **Media Player Mode** | Complete | Native media integration |
| **Device Owner** | Complete | Full device lockdown |
| **REST API** | Complete | 40+ endpoints |
| **MQTT Integration** | Complete | HA auto-discovery |
| **ADB Provisioning** | Complete | Headless deployment |
| **Motion Detection** | Complete | Camera-based sensing |
| **PIN Protection** | Complete | Secure settings access |
| **Auto-launch** | Complete | Boot-time startup |
| **Remote Control** | Complete | D-pad and keyboard |
| **Screenshot** | Complete | Screen capture API |
| **Camera Access** | Complete | Photo capture |
| **Audio Control** | Complete | Volume and playback |
| **Brightness Control** | Complete | Manual and auto |
| **WiFi Monitoring** | Complete | Network status |
| **Battery Monitoring** | Complete | Power status |
| **Storage Info** | Complete | Disk usage |
| **Memory Info** | Complete | RAM usage |
| **Location Services** | Complete | GPS coordinates |
| **Text-to-Speech** | Complete | Native TTS |
| **Toast Notifications** | Complete | System notifications |
| **Keyboard Emulation** | Complete | Cross-app input |
| **Auto-reconnect** | Complete | Network resilience |
| **Accessibility Service** | Complete | Enhanced control |
| **Settings UI** | Complete | Configuration interface |
| **Health Monitoring** | Complete | System health |
| **Debug Tools** | Complete | Troubleshooting aids |



### Upcoming Features (v1.3.x)



| Feature | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|
| **Multi-language** | In Progress | FR, DE, ES support |
| **URL Rotation** | In Progress | Multiple URL cycling |
| **Enhanced Media** | Planned | Advanced playback controls |
| **Auto-brightness** | Planned | Sensor-based adjustment |
| **Advanced Analytics** | Planned | Usage metrics |
| **Remote Configuration** | Planned | Web-based setup |
| **Content Filtering** | Planned | URL whitelist/blacklist |
| **App Management** | Planned | External app control |
| **Enhanced Notifications** | Planned | Custom alerts |
| **Network Monitoring** | Planned | Advanced network stats |
| **Enhanced Security** | Planned | Access controls |
| **Theme Support** | Planned | Custom UI themes |
| **Performance Metrics** | Planned | Device performance |
| **Backup/Restore** | Planned | Configuration sync |
| **Scheduled Tasks** | Planned | Time-based automation |
| **Device Groups** | Planned | Fleet management |
| **Debug Console** | Planned | Advanced debugging |
| **Real-time Logs** | Planned | Live log streaming |
| **Game Mode** | Planned | Gaming optimizations |
| **Video Streaming** | Planned | Enhanced media |
| **Usage Reports** | Planned | Analytics dashboard |
| **Plugin System** | Planned | Extensible architecture |



### Future Vision (v2.x)



| Feature | Status | Description |
|---|---|---|
| **Cloud Management** | Planned | Web-based fleet control |
| **Enterprise Features** | Planned | Corporate deployment tools |
| **Advanced Integrations** | Planned | Third-party platform support |
| **Localization** | Planned | Full internationalization |
| **Analytics Platform** | Planned | Comprehensive insights |
| **Enterprise Security** | Planned | Advanced authentication |
| **AI Features** | Planned | Smart automation |
| **Cross-platform** | Planned | iOS support exploration |
| **Developer API** | Planned | Extensible development |
| **Business Intelligence** | Planned | Usage analytics |
| **Web Dashboard** | Planned | Management interface |
| **Automation Engine** | Planned | Rule-based automation |
| **Device Templates** | Planned | Configuration templates |
| **Maintenance Mode** | Planned | Service management |
| **Performance Optimization** | Planned | System enhancements |
| **Custom Workflows** | Planned | User-defined processes |
| **API Gateway** | Planned | Unified API access |
| **Monitoring Suite** | Planned | Comprehensive monitoring |
| **Advanced Debugging** | Planned | Developer tools |
| **Business Logic** | Planned | Enterprise features |
| **Global Deployment** | Planned | Worldwide support |




## Development Progress



| Metric | Current | Target | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| **API Endpoints** | 40+ | 50+ | On Track |
| **MQTT Entities** | 42 | 50+ | On Track |
| **Platform Support** | Android 8+ | Android 7+ | Research |
| **Languages** | EN | EN, FR, DE, ES | In Progress |
| **Device Models** | 20+ | 50+ | On Track |
| **Test Coverage** | 70% | 85% | Planned |
| **Documentation** | 95% | 100% | Complete |
| **Feature Completeness** | 85% | 95% | On Track |




## How to Influence the Roadmap



| Method | How to Participate | Impact |
|---|---|---|
| **Report Issues** | [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/issues) | Bug fixes and improvements |
| **Join Discussions** | [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/discussions) | Feature ideas and feedback |
| **Feature Requests** | Create detailed issue with use case | Prioritization consideration |
| **Test Beta Releases** | Join beta channel | Early feedback and testing |
| **Share Use Cases** | Document your deployment scenarios | Feature development guidance |
| **Contribute Code** | [Development Guide](development.md) | Direct feature implementation |
| **Provide Metrics** | Share performance and usage data | Performance improvements |




## Related Resources



| Resource | Link | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| **GitHub Releases** | [All Releases](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/releases) | Download latest version |
| **Issue Tracker** | [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/issues) | Report bugs and request features |
| **Discussions** | [GitHub Discussions](https://github.com/rushb-fr/freekiosk/discussions) | Community feedback |
| **Contributing** | [Contributing Guide](../CONTRIBUTING.md) | How to contribute code |
| **Development** | [Development Guide](development.md) | Setup and contribution |
| **Documentation** | [Docs Home](README.md) | Complete documentation |