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v0.9.7 Beta: OTA Updates, Apple Notarized & Fresh New Look

2026-02-053 min readBy Mike

Apple Notarized macOS App with Automatic OTA Updates

No more manual downloads. v0.9.7-beta is the last version you'll ever need to install by hand - from here on, Echoo updates itself automatically. And it's now fully signed and notarized by Apple, so your Mac trusts it from day one.

Automatic Updates Are Here

The biggest change in this version? Over-the-air (OTA) updates. From now on, Echoo will update itself automatically. No more downloading new versions manually, no more running installers every time we release an update.
Exciting! This will be the last manual installation you'll need to do. After this, updates will happen automatically in the background.

Apple Notarization

Echoo is now signed and notarized by Apple. This means:

  • No more installation tricks - just download and install like any other Mac app
  • Better security - Apple has verified that Echoo is safe to run
  • Smoother experience - no more security warnings or workarounds

Your Mac will recognize Echoo as a trusted application right from the start.

Fresh New Look

We've also given Echoo a visual refresh:

New Logo

Our new logo combines the Option key (⌥) symbol with the letter E, perfectly representing Echoo's core mission: making AI accessible through a keyboard shortcut, without any context switching. Just like pressing Option+E brings AI power right where you're working, the logo visually embodies this seamless integration.

Redesigned Installer

We've completely redesigned the installer for a cleaner, more professional experience. The new installer makes installation faster and more intuitive, giving you a smooth first impression of Echoo.

Our new installer features a modern, clean interface that guides you through the installation process effortlessly.
Our new installer features a modern, clean interface that guides you through the installation process effortlessly.

Visual Improvements

Along with the new logo and installer, we've made several visual improvements throughout the app to make it more polished and easier to use.

What's Next?

With automatic updates in place, you can expect new features and improvements to arrive faster. We'll push updates automatically, so you'll always have the latest version without any effort on your part.

Upgrade Now

Ready to upgrade? After this installation, you'll never need to manually update Echoo again - it will take care of itself.


Have questions or feedback? We'd love to hear from you! Get in touch with us on GitHub.

Mike

Mike

Creator of Echoo

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