3.5
2017-09-09
This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Bugs fixed.
convert the app to 64bit
3.4.4
2015-08-18
updated for iOS 8
3.4.3
2014-06-02
We fixed a few typos in some of the lessons.
We upgraded for iOS7.
We fixed a small bug in the timing of quizzes.
3.4.1
2013-05-15
We fixed the missing images from the tutorial. (sorry).
Also--someone left a review saying they are still having trouble with audio. We have tested it thoroughly, but there could be something we missed. Please contact us directly help AT thejapanshop.com. We cannot respond to reviews, unfortunately.
3.4
2013-05-07
There are a lot of under-the-hood improvements with this new release.
But we did add one requested feature. You can now speed up the quiz by skipping the feedback after each question.
* Faster quiz option
* All missing sound files fixed! (sorry...)
* iPhone 5 screen size issues mostly in the lessons fixed
* Fixed all the videos that were not showing (sorry, again!)
* Minor bugs (like the # of questions in a quiz was not saved, spelling errors, etc)
3.3.9
2013-02-11
* Fixes the missing videos -- sorry!
* Minor edits in data
Thank you so much!
3.3.8
2012-09-07
* Updates the free version to the latest code.
* Three new lessons: Japanese Idioms with video
* iPad 3 Retina graphics (most of it!)
* New feature: reset stats for individual cards
This free version has hundreds of sound files recorded by native Japanese speech actresses and actors. Support our efforts--and your Japanese!--by considering upgrading to get thousands of sound files.
Please let us know if you have any questions or suggestions for improvements.
3.3.6
2012-07-02
This is a small update to address a few memory issues that can cause the app to crash.
We are hard at work making the next big update. You'll especially see a big difference with the iPad version, but the iPhone version will also have new phrases and functions. More on this soon!
www.TheJapanShop.com
3.3.5
2012-01-13
*Fixes a crashing issue (thank you Ralph!)
Please let us know if you have any suggestions.
3.3.4
2011-12-01
In this update:
* Fixes problem with the accuracy of the statistics
* Minor tweaks to the ads (no visual change)
Please let us know if you have any suggestions for improvement.
3.3.3
2011-08-03
Again, many apologies for trouble with the previous updates. I'm pretty sure everything has been ironed out, but of course, please email or call us (1-866-837-3607) for Instant support.
New in this update:
1) Fixes the iPad Vertical problem (it would sometimes show the horizontal view while vertical--this of course made it difficult to use)
2) Rerecorded over 100 sound files for quality (mostly in the Katakana section--thanks G Des!)
3) (iPhone) Now swipe to change cards in the Study card AND Flashcard. In Flashcards, tap to flip.
4) Some minor UI changes to the iPad version.
3.3.2
2011-07-13
This fixes any lingering problems. Please let me know what you think about the new features!
The last update 3.3.1 fixed the loading screen crash for a bunch of you, but there were still a few having trouble. I'm VERY sorry for all the trouble--My developer's phones and my phones didn't have the trouble so we had to rely on user crash logs and information. A BIG thank you to all of you who contacted us and helped out.
If you have trouble with this update, PLEASE contact me directly at 1-866-837-3607 or help AT theJapanShop.com. Some people have trouble and then write a review on iTunes about it. Unfortunately, I cannot contact you if you simply leave a review. PLEASE contact me first. I promise to do everything I can to make you a satisfied customer. :)
Thank you so much for your patience.
3.3.1
2011-07-01
Big update for features and appearance!
*Huge UI Facelift (We hope you like the new Study Card design)
*Added new data for tracking progress in the Study and Flashcard sections (number of cards left in category, how many times studied, how many times mastered or familiar, etc)
*Improved handling of the progress bar (previously, it would occasionally act funny)
*Quick Stats (minutes studied, last studied, etc)
*Detailed Stats and links (show only all Mastered phrases, Familiar phrases, percentage of app mastered, etc)
*Ranking--your Sumo status improves as you master parts of the app.
*Tap the ukiyoe lady on the front screen for a special surprise!
Nearly 3,000 sound files recorded by native speakers. IF you have trouble with the sound or have ANY other problems, please email us at help AT thejapanshop.com or call us at 1-866-837-3607.
3.2.1
2011-03-16
Thank you for all the great feedback--please keep it coming.
This update:
FEATURES & UI
* iPhone front appearance tweaked
* iPhone & iPad: Tutorial (info icon on the front screen) tweaked and edited
* iPhone: the in-app purchases showed a dollar sign even with non-dollar sign currencies--sorry!
CONTENT
* FREE & PAID - New category: Classic Movie Quotes (under Culture in Study Cards) -- learn how to say, "Here's looking at you, kid."
* PAID ONLY - New Category: Business Terms (under Slang, Idioms, and Other Fun Stuff)
* Almost 100 new sound files!
3.2
2011-03-02
A few months ago I asked you what you thought about us adding ads to the Japanese Phrases FREE version. Overwhelmingly, you approved of the idea with the condition we would add more content and features. I apologize to the few of you who disapproved of the idea--but I hope getting hundreds of phrases for no charge plus the new feature updates will make up for it.
Here is what we decided:
* Ad supported--or pay .99 in oMise to remove the ads
* You can also upgrade to the full version within the app! (which also removes ads)
In return for the ads, here is what you get:
* About 100 new sound files (FREE)
* Easy upgrade using in-app purchasing
* Every single feature update from now on for the paid version will also be updated in the free version!
* Updated UI for iPhone and iPad version (FREE & PAID)
* New and improved Kana quizzes in Lessons (thanks to Mr. Brower!) (FREE & PAID)
* Six new "Other Lessons" (FREE)
* Ten more Grammar Points (FREE)
* Five more Katakana lessons (FREE)
* New category under Important Beginner Words (FREE)
* Body Idioms (FREE)
This is a major release for us although most of the changes are "under the hood." As a result, we would love to hear your thoughts or if you have any suggestions for the next update.
3.1.1
2010-12-01
Fix for iPad iOS 4.2--the flashcards crashed--sorry!
3.1
2010-10-21
Big update!
* Now sort categories by Random, Spaced Repetition, or Normal
* New option: Choose number of questions
* Navigation redesigned to make better use of space on the iPhone
* Study multiple categories at once
* In the categories list see graphically how many phrases you know, sort of know, and don't know yet.
* Spaced repetition automatically shows cards you don't know more often than cards you do know for more effective studying.
I need your help!
We are thinking of adding ads to this Free J Phrases app. Of course if we do, we will add a lot of value in exchange. For example, we would at least add hundreds of more phrases and any new functions from the paid version.
But I would like to hear your thoughts. If you like the idea, let us know; if you are totally adverse to the idea, please let us know.
Thank you!
1-866-837-3607
[email protected]3.0.1
2010-08-05
All images in the Lessons section for the iPad version were broken--fixed! (how embarrassing!)
3.0
2010-06-15
This update adds quite a few new goodies:
* iPad Support!
* New jazzed up look
* Settings: Auto Play Card Sound -- turn on to have every card automatically sound the word
* Settings: Auto Play Quiz Sound -- now you can turn off the auto quiz sound (you can still tap the header to hear it)
* Settings: Show search results and random results either as Flashcards or Study Cards
* NEW! Auto read function: set the number of seconds in the settings area and have the app automatically flip through any category or your Study Bank
* Several errors fixed (thanks Julian W.!)
* Many other smaller enhancements in addition to the brand new iPad support!
Check it out and let us know what you think: 1-866-837-3607 or email me at
[email protected].
2.0.4
2009-12-12
Bug fix! The Lessons audio files didn't get included with the last update. We are VERY sorry about this. This update should fix that.
We would love to hear from you directly or through an iTunes review. Please let us know what you think of the app and how to improve it!
2.0.3
2009-12-05
Major feature update!
* NEW FEATURE: Access the Study Bank list (your favorites) in the Flashcard, Study Card, and Quiz areas
* NEW FEATURE: Now easily add ANY phrase to your Study Bank by tapping the heart next to it in lists; tap again to delete it from your Study Bank
* NEW FEATURE: Settings--now turn off or on Romaji
* Improved UI for quiz
* Slightly reorganized categories to be more logical
As always, please call, email, or snail mail us ANY suggestions or bugs. We love to hear from you. We DEEPLY appreciate iTunes reviews. That helps us tremendously.
And of course, please consider buying the full version. These updates are expensive, but we are committed to making this the best Japanese beginner app in the App Store.
2.0.2
2009-11-07
* Added 40 more sound files
* New Lesson: Family Words
* Also added to the Flashcard, Study, and Quiz pages
* Small color change in the list pages to make it easier on the eyes
Please send us any comments or suggestions! Thank you!!
2.0.1
2009-10-15
* Fixed bad links in the Hiragana Lessons Review pages that caused the app to just display a white screen
New update with actual new content due soon!
2.0
2009-09-29
Konnichi wa!
HUGE 2.0 Update! We are excited to announce Japanese Phrases FREE 2.0! Tons of new features for both the free (this one) and the paid version.
* Adds two new categories to the phrases
* Over a hundred new sound files
* NEW Lessons section: Includes all Hiragana; some Katakana; a selection of grammar lessons (all lessons found in full version of course)
* Adds Random feature
* Adds Search feature
* Email any phrase
* Save or Favorite any phrase to your Study Bank to study or email for printing
* Enhanced graphics
* Cleaned up and remastered most of the original audio
* Much more!
Thank you so much for your suggestions and comments. We especially appreciate those of you who have written reviews on iTunes. If you haven't already, please consider making our day with a review!
Email or Call us with ANY suggestion or correction.
Doumo Arigatou Gozaimasu!
1.3
2009-06-24
* Added load screen (thanks infinitely curious!)
* Added many new cultural and linguistic notes (more to come in future updates)
* Removed Upgrade tab and replaced it with OMise - displays News, Updates, info on other Apps, coupons, and lessons. This section, which requires internet access (rest of the app doesn't), will be constantly updated with hopefully interesting and helpful information.
We didn't add new words this update, but fixed a few small issues, cleaned up the code a bit, and added the new OMise. More to come soon!