Change to minimum supported versions for Playground
What is the minimum supported Operating System (OS) version of a mobile app? | |
The minimum supported OS version of a mobile app refers to the oldest or lowest version of an operating system (such as iOS or Android) on which the app can run. It represents the baseline requirement for users to be able to install and use the app on their devices. By setting a minimum supported OS version, developers ensure that the app functions correctly and delivers a satisfactory user experience on devices running that particular operating system version or any newer versions. | |
Why do we need to increase the minimum supported OS version? | |
Increasing the minimum supported operating system (OS) version for an app is beneficial for several reasons.
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What are the new minimum supported versions (MSV) for the different operating systems (OS)?
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App | MSV OS from 11 July 2023 |
Playground | iOS 14 |
Home | iOS 14 |
Playground | Android Marshmallow |
Home | Android Marshmallow |
What are the oldest devices compatible with iOS 14, released on 26 September 2020 (our minimum supported version for the Playground and Home apps)? *We suggest you use a newer device for optimal functioning with the apps, but these are the oldest devices still supported by Apple to have iOS 14. | |
Device name | Released on |
iPhone 6S | 9 September 2015 |
iPhone 6s Plus | 9 September 2015 |
iPhone SE (1st generation) | 18 March 2016 |
iPad Air 2 | 16 October 2014 |
iPad mini 4 | 9 September 2015 |
iPod touch (6th generation) | 15 July 2015 |
What are the oldest devices compatible with the Android Marshmallow 6 operating system, released on 29 September 2015 (our minimum supported version for Playground and Home apps)? * We suggest you use a newer device for optimal functioning with the apps, but these are the oldest devices still supported by Android. | |
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How do I update my phone or tablet’s operating system? | |
Android phones: check and update OS Apple devices: check my OS and update OS | |
I’m using an old device and cannot update my OS to the MSV. Will the Playground/Home app still work if it is already installed on my device before 11 July? | |
Yes, you can keep using the app. However, you will not be able to install future app updates. | |
What will happen if I do not upgrade my operating system before 11 July?
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The software will continue to work but will not receive any new product releases or app improvements. | |
I am using an old device with lower than the MSV operating systems, and I had to uninstall the app. Can I re-install the app from AppStore/Google Play? | |
No, you will be unable to download the app from the AppStore/Google Play after 11 July if you do not have a device with the new MSV OS. | |
Why can’t I find the app in the iOS AppStore or Google Play store? | |
This means that your device and/or operating system is not compatible with this software. You will need to upgrade your operating system or obtain a newer device. | |
What if I cannot update it because it doesn’t allow me to update? | |
This means your device is not compatible with the required operating system. Please discuss this with your device tech store or device provider. It may mean you need to get a newer device as the one you are using is no longer compatible with the latest operating systems supported for your device type. |
Playground App FAQ's
My parents can't see any Observations - why aren't they receiving them? |
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I am having login issues. It keeps saying 'invalid credentials' when I try to log in. | There are two log-in stages for the Playground App, the Service Sign in and the Educators Sign in. The Service login details are only available to the Centre Manager, who will need to log into the device as the service, before Educators can start using the App. If this is not the case, and you are at the Educator log-in stage, please check the following: Is the email address spelt correctly, as it is in the Educator's profile? Try resetting the PIN/password |
Photos are not uploading to Observations | First check your internet connection. Even with a strong internet connection, each photo can take thirty seconds to upload. If you are uploading high resolution images, these will take longer. Wait rather than trying to repost multiple times: this will put further strain on the server. |
I want to come back later and work on my Observation, how can I do this in the app? | If you want to edit an Observation in Playground Web or other devices later, but don't want to send the Observation out to any parents, tag the demo child (there is one for every service under 'Other Children' and post. This will post the Observation to the cloud, without sending it to real parents. When you edit it later, you can untag the demo child, and tag the real child instead. |
Will Educators be able to see sleep checks, nappy changes, etc. that they have recorded in a previous attendance? Where can they see this? | Educators can view past Attendances and Health Events under the child's profile in the Playground App.
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Can parents download photos? | Parents can download individual photos their child is tagged in using the Home App or in bulk using the Learning Gallery Archive bulk download function. |
How can I print Observations? | You cannot print directly from the App. However, you can print Observations from Playground Web. See this article for details. |
What can parents see? | In Home App:
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I can't sign in any children or log health events. The room is faded out! | The room is closed! Room opening times are set in Office, in Room Settings . You cannot use Playground in a room until it is open. |
How can I tell if a child has photo permissions or not? | If your centre has children without photo permissions, you can see this information in their Child Profile on Playground App. You can also upload profile photos in Office for children who do, and leave out those who don't. Educators will notice this straight away, without needing to click into the profile. |
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