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Listed below are the version updates made to the Hockey Copilot app so you see exactly how it's improving over time. When a new version is released customers get the new drills, games, and improvements automatically.

We keep making it better for you in pursuit of providing the most customizable and challenging off-ice hockey training platform. We continue to design it so that it grows with you over years of skill development.

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November 2024 Update

Version 1.19

Summary

This Performance update adds wider computer support and improved tracking with automatic adaptive mode.

Additions

Performance Added wider computer support.

Improvements

Performance Improved tracking with automatic adaptive mode.

September 2024 Update

Version 1.18

Summary

This update adds 2-4 multiplayer support to Poker and further improves Session Shooting Stats readability.

Additions

Poker Added 2-4 multiplayer support customization option.

Improvements

Session Shooting Stats Improved size readability and label-to-value contrast.

Late August 2024 Update

Version 1.17

Summary

This update adds animated target resizing to Dueling Tree, improves target shape and hit detection, and enhances Session Shooting Stats readability.

Additions

Dueling Tree Added animated target resizing.

Improvements

Dueling Tree Updated target shapes and improved target hit detection.
Session Shooting Stats Enhanced readability of the session stats.
Calibration Improved calibration display by showing all corner points.

August 2024 Update

Version 1.16

Summary

This update adds Target Size and Target Layout customization options for Classic Corners, adds bar-in detection for cards in Poker, adds a "Retry Earned" feature for bar-out shots in Poker and Tic Tac Toe, and adds session time to Session Shooting Stats. Various UI/UX improvements landed as well.

Additions

Classic Corners Added Target Size customization option (10 sizes).
Classic Corners Added Target Layout customization option (Classic vs. Above Pads).
Classic Corners Added expand and contract scaling to targets for improved challenge.
Poker Added bar-in detection for cards along bar.
Poker Added fun dynamic messages on bar-in hits.
Poker Added "Retry Earned" feature for applicable bar-in scenarios.
Post Party Added point value display to dynamic messages for improved point value feedback.
Tic Tac Toe Added fun dynamic messages on bar-in hits.
Tic Tac Toe Added "Retry Earned" feature for applicable bar-in scenarios.
Session Shooting Stats Added elapsed session time in the session stats bar.

Improvements

Classic Corners Updated default Target Size.
Tic Tac Toe Refined contact detection.
Session Shooting Stats Improved size readability.
Calibration Improved calibration with 25x zoom precision.
UI/UX Improved Shot Location labels for improved clarity.
UI/UX Improved goal net material for higher contrast and better visibility.
UI/UX Updated dynamic messaging to ensure proper offset from shot hit location.
UI/UX Increased dynamic message size for better readability.
UI/UX Improved bar-out feedback contrast by updating color from orange to blue.

June 2024 Update

Version 1.15

Summary

This update adds the multiplayer game Poker, improves Session Shooting Stats, and adds a confirmation exit step to prevent accidental exits.

Additions

Poker Introduced new visual elements like the Last Turn Indicator for better game status visibility.
Poker Added a new feature to update the game UI when a winner is declared.
Poker Introduced initial scoring and hand rank display in the user interface.
Poker Improved the Score Box for an easer-to-read user interface.
Session Shooting Stats Added percentages to the Session Stats Bar for better shooting statistics tracking.
UI/UX Added an Exit button with a confirmation step, improving user control and preventing accidental exits.

Improvements

Poker Updated card reveal feature so high cards have longer focus, aiding player strategy.
Poker Improved the positioning of the countdown on game end for better visibility.
Poker Enhanced the card animation user experience.
Poker Updated the Winning Indicator, enhancing the end-game experience.
Poker Improved the game reset functionality to ensure seamless gameplay.
Poker Updated the Leader Indicator for better game status visibility.
Poker Improved the game logic to improve the hand evaluation process.
Poker Improved the Turn Indicator icon for better visibility.
Poker Improved the game exit process to ensure a clean slate for the next game.
Poker Improved the game over countdown, enhancing the end-game experience.
Session Shooting Stats Improved the stats tracking system for better player performance understanding.

May 2024 Update

Version 1.14

Summary

This update adds After Shot Shuffle to increase training variety and challenge, improves Performance with VSync, and adds various UI/UX improvements.

Additions

After Shot Shuffle Added After Shot Shuffle functionality to improve training variation and challenge.
Performance Added automatic VSync to improve performance.
UI/UX Added header icons to Shot Location menu for better navigation.

Improvements

After Shot Shuffle Updated After Shot Shuffle to respect reset button for better user control.
Options Reorganized Options menu for better navigation.
UI/UX Updated font for improved readability.
UI/UX Minor main menu note update for improved idea submission clarity.
UI/UX Updated padding on all buttons for improved UI readability.
UI/UX Shot Location panel is now hidden by default for a cleaner UI.

April 2024 Update

Version 1.13

Summary

This update improves Puck Tracking, increases Performance monitoring, and adds various UI/UX improvements.

Additions

Analysis Added session time to record training workout time for future UI use.
Performance Added GPU and CPU info for improved performance monitoring.
Performance Added inference time precision for more precise performance tracking.
UI/UX Added iconography and updated buttons with icons for a more scannable user interface.

Improvements

Puck Tracking Improved puck tracking accuracy.
UI/UX Moved Zoom Controls into the Shot Location menu for improved information architecture.

April 2024 Update

Version 1.12

Summary

This update adds customization options to Frozen Goalie, increases Puck Tracking capability, and adds various Performance and UI/UX improvements.

Additions

Frozen Goalie Added Goalie Size customization option (8U-NHL) for Frozen Goalie.
Frozen Goalie Added Catching Hand customization option (left or right) for Frozen Goalie.
Frozen Goalie Added keyboard shortcuts for customization options for faster user experience.
Performance Added Performance Tracker for better performance monitoring.
Performance Added tracking for camera issue events.
UI/UX Added visual indicator for camera status for better user feedback.
UI/UX Added Camera Not Found UI for improved user feedback when camera disconnected.

Improvements

Puck Tracking Updated puck tracking capture rate for improved accuracy.
UI/UX Minor layout update in Main Menu for better navigation.
UI/UX Updated Camera button with status color icon for better user feedback.
UI/UX Enabled Go and Calibrate buttons only when camera connection validated for more intuitive user experience.

February 2024 Update

Version 1.11

Summary

This update adds the challenging multiplayer game Post Party, adds Calibration auto save, increases goalie size options in Frozen Goalie, improves Puck Tracking accuracy, and add various UI/UX improvements.

Additions

Post Party Added the challenging game Post Party.
Frozen Goalie Added more Goalie Sizes for increased training variety and challenge.
Calibration Added calibration auto save for automatic calibration on next session startup.
UI/UX Added Score Threshold Counter for better score tracking.
UI/UX Added goal line for more realistic scene visuals.
UI/UX Added Cursor Auto Hide during Drill and Game use for less distraction.
UI/UX Introduced custom cursor for improved readability.

Improvements

Post Party Updated Post Party game with a winning threshold for more competitive gameplay.
Post Party Fixed positioning of turn labels for better visibility.
Post Party Increased Post Party challenge with wide shot tracking resulting in alternating turn.
Post Party Improved Score Box UI for better readability.
Wandering Bullseye Enhanced Wandering Bullseye rendering for better user experience.
Dueling Tree Updated indicator colors in Dueling Tree game for consistent aesthetics.
Frozen Goalie Updated goalie graphics to improve shooting challenge.
Puck Tracking Improved puck tracking accuracy.
Calibration Updated Calibration auto save to include zoom ratio for better calibration experience.
Calibration Enhanced calibration overlay rect for better user experience.
UI/UX Improved Puck Vision button for better trackpad user experience.
UI/UX Minor cleanup for Calibration UI for better user experience.

November 2023 Update

Version 1.10

Summary

This update adds various UI/UX improvements, updates Frozen Goalie for improved training challenge, and updates Classic Corners targets for improved training feedback.

Additions

UI/UX Added Puck Contact UI fade during menu operation for a cleaner user interface.
UI/UX Added initial impact polish of Puck Contact Visual for better user feedback visuals.

Improvements

Frozen Goalie Updated goalie graphics and lighting for improved training.
Classic Corners Updated target rendering for improved training feedback experience.
UI/UX Increased Activity Message size for better projection readability.
UI/UX Improved Puck Contact visuals in 2D space for improved user feedback.
UI/UX Updated Radio Chip padding with New Note for better main menu layout readability.
UI/UX Updated left and right point preset locations for training accuracy improvement.

November 2023 Update

Version 1.9

Summary

This update adds Bar Detection, various Frozen Goalie improvements, and a minor UI/UX improvement.

Additions

Frozen Goalie Added save detection for accurate score tracking.
Frozen Goalie Added goalie offset logic based on camera angle for more realistic training.
Bar Detection Added bar in/out, bar down/up, and elbow in/out detection.
Bar Detection Added Message UI for bar contacts for improved interactive feedback.

Improvements

Frozen Goalie Updated goal line offset in Frozen Goalie for more accurate training.
Frozen Goalie Finished scoreboard for Frozen Goalie for a more complete feedback.
UI/UX Update target contact rendering for more accurate feedback.

November 2023 Update

Version 1.8

Summary

This update add the ability to compare your perspective against the puck's using Puck Vision for improved training education.

Additions

Puck Vision Added Puck Vision for unique training educating players on puck vs. their perspective.

Improvements

Puck Vision Updated options reset to properly account for all options including Puck Vision

November 2023 Update

Version 1.7

Summary

This updates adds Hit the Net improvements and Calibration improvements.

Additions

Hit the Net Added contact detection for more interactive training.

Improvements

Calibration Improved calibration user experience for easier setup.
Calibration Updated calibration tips for better user guidance.

November 2023 Update

Version 1.6

Summary

This update adds various Performance and UI/UX rendering improvements for better training feedback visuals.

Additions

UI/UX Added new rendering and visuals for better training feedback accuracy.

Improvements

Circuits Removed Circuits placeholder for a cleaner user interface.
Performance Improved FPS and related performance tracking.
Performance Updated Goal model for faster rendering performance.
UI/UX Improved rendering for better training feedback visuals.

October 2023 Update

Version 1.5

Summary

This update adds various Performance improvements resulting in more efficient and accurate tracking and prediction.

Additions

Performance Added approach for better tracking and prediction.

Improvements

Performance Improved prediction approach for more efficient memory usage.
Performance Updated tracking and prediction for improved performance and accuracy.

October 2023 Update

Version 1.4

Summary

This update adds improvements to Calibration and Performance.

Additions

Calibration Added crop and zoom to improve calibration and tracking.
Performance Added approach to improve tracking for smoother rendering and user feedback.

Improvements

Calibration Updated calibration submission after granular edits for a more seamless user experience.

October 2023 Update

Version 1.3

Summary

This update improves Dueling Tree and Wandering Bullseye with improved collision detection while also improving calibration readability.

Additions

N/A None

Improvements

Dueling Tree Updated game to use disc collision for more accurate gameplay.
Wandering Bullseye Enhanced game with unique disc targets for a more varied gaming experience.
UI/UX Improved user experience by increasing background contrast to the calibration message for better visibility.
UI/UX Improved user experience by updating the layout of the calibration message.

October 2023 Update

Version 1.2

Summary

This update add target improvements to Dueling Tree, improves Calibration precision, update Classic Corners targets, and improves the UI/UX in various drills, games, and generally.

Additions

Dueling Tree Added target configuration randomization so each game is a fresh challenge.
Dueling Tree Added target flipping to improve challenge and enable trailing player comebacks.
Shot Location Added Shot Location Overlay for improving shot accuracy contacts.
Calibration Introduced Grow and Shrink feature to improve calibration customization.
Calibration Added Nudge key shortcuts for easier calibration precision.

Improvements

Classic Corners Updated training targets for improved challenge.
Tic Tac Toe Fixed game turn change issue after game ends.
Dueling Tree Updated game with countdown reset functionality.
Dueling Tree Updated game visuals for improved contrast.
Dueling Tree Improved Turn Indicator within Scoreboard.
Shot Location Made Shot Location hidden by default for a cleaner user interface.
Calibration Enhanced calibration process with a more user-friendly interface.
UI/UX Streamlined camera location preset functionality for easier navigation.
UI/UX Improved game reset functionality by clearing previous contact locations.

September 2023 Update

Version 1.1

Summary

This update improves the UI/UX relating to the goal and its frame.

Additions

N/A None

Improvements

UI/UX Fixed goal structure for a more accurate and immersive training experience.
UI/UX Updated post color for better visibility and aesthetics.
UI/UX Updated goal visuals for a more realistic training experience.

August 2023 Update

Version 1.0

Summary

The initial launch of Hockey Copilot includes the four drills Classic Corners, Hit the Net, Frozen Goalie, and Wandering Bullseye as well as the two multiplayer games Dueling Tree and Tic Tac Toe.

Drills

Classic Corners
Hit the Net
Frozen Goalie
Wandering Bullseye

Games

Dueling Tree
Tic Tac Toe