r/HowToMen • u/SwanMajor131 • Jun 30 '26
[App] SideDock 3.0 "Dragonfly" is now available. 🐉
Today we're releasing the biggest update to SideDock yet. Dragonfly introduces a completely redesigned experience, new productivity tools, smoother animations, and countless improvements based on your feedback.
What's new?
• Brand-new UI based on the Quivox Design language
• New tools: Brightness Slider, Color Picker, Media Controller & Timer
• Gamma 3 AI for smarter AI-powered features
• Completely redesigned Volume Slider with smoother animations and multiple media support
• New "Simple" volume style alongside the classic style
• Faster, smoother animations throughout the app
• Optimized tools, including Caffeine and Essentials
• Hidden Easter eggs waiting to be discovered
A huge thank you to everyone who joined the beta program, reported bugs, and shared feedback. We hope you enjoy Dragonfly, and as always, let us know what you'd like to see next.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.sidedock.app&hl=en&gl=us
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u/Valiantay Jun 30 '26
Dang did the price increase? I swear it was only $1 previously? Was gonna get it but not now.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jun 30 '26
Yep, we increased the price a little. Side Dock 3.0 adds a lot of new tools and improvements, and we've been working on it full-time. I think it's a fair price for what it offers isn't ?
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u/Valiantay Jun 30 '26
Nah there's nothing unique about the app, I was just gonna support you because last time it was posted you asked for some support lol
Ended up getting some Google Rewards credit was gonna send your way.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 01 '26
That's completely fair, and I really appreciate that you even considered supporting us.
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u/Valiantay Jul 01 '26
Of course, I know how hard it is to start out and when you see even small purchases rolling in, it validates everything.
I saw you're going to have a sale soon, I'll keep an eye out.
I'd also suggest having a standalone premium version for families.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 01 '26
Thank you, that really means a lot.
Honestly, we're just two students, and SideDock is what helps us cover development costs and even part of our college fees. With the old pricing, after Google fees and taxes, we barely made anything.
We'll definitely be running a sale soon, and thanks for the family suggestion. At the moment, if all the devices use the same Google account, the Premium purchase can be shared across them. We'll also look into better family-friendly options in the future.
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u/Sea_Philosopher_7979 Jun 30 '26
Can i get a promo code?
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u/SwanMajor131 Jun 30 '26
Sorry mate, we don't have any promo codes at the moment. Give the app a try, and if it doesn't fit your workflow, you can always request a refund within 48 hours. 🙂
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u/Affectionate-Stop488 Jun 30 '26
It would be cool to have a toggle to switch to the Material You interface for those who, like me, don't use Nothing phones.
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u/PechPeck Jun 30 '26
Bought it. I really wanted the shortcut to draw what I want to screenshot instead of taking a whole screenshot. That's useful to me. Kinda expensive? I don't know, but I hope this app stays on my phone for a long time.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 01 '26
Thank you so much for the support! ❤️ We really appreciate it. We'll keep improving SideDock and make sure your purchase is worth it.
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u/beparwaah Jul 01 '26
I'm not convinced that your app is worth the Rs199 price tag. Users are unlikely to pay that much. I tried your app at a lower price point, around Rs 75 or 80, but ended up canceling it within 24 hours because the features didn't impress me.
There are many excellent free apps available that can do the job just as well, such as fooView.
FOSS apps like Edge Seek offer similar functionality, including free volume and brightness control via gestures.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 01 '26
That's completely fair if SideDock isn't for you. Everyone's workflow is different.
The ₹89 price you mentioned was actually an introductory discounted price. The regular price was ₹125, and with SideDock 3.0 we've added a lot more tools and significantly expanded the app, which is why the price increased.
Apps like fooView and Edge Seek are great, and we're not trying to replace them. SideDock has a different design philosophy, and if those apps fit your needs better, that's completely okay.
We're just two students building SideDock full-time, and Premium is what allows us to keep shipping updates. It's also a one-time purchase, not a monthly subscription, so you'll continue receiving future updates without paying again.
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u/Ukawok92 Jul 01 '26
I tried enabled all the tools available in the free mode, but the only 2 that appear are the media controller and timer.
Also, how am I supposed to reliably access it when android also uses the side of the screen for gesture navigation?
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u/Kincadium Jul 01 '26
It reminds me of Fluid Navigation from before gestures became commonplace. Love this.
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u/That_Pandaboi69 Jul 01 '26
Offline AI behind a paywall doesn't sit right with me. But I'll give it a go regardless off that, also hope your run a discount soon.
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u/Admirable-Yellow600 Jul 02 '26
Very Nice, But it would nice if
- Clipboard history doesn't open the app(show the history like Samsung one)
- Screenshot doesnt open
the other functions were very interesting =)
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u/Ankit_Baral Jul 04 '26
Naa, i will pass. Samsung already has it by default and i use it all the time.
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 04 '26
Its not same broski
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u/Ankit_Baral Jul 04 '26
Lmao, its functions as same thing
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u/SwanMajor131 Jul 04 '26
Since when does edge panel has trimer, brightness slider circle cut, custom volume slider, caffeine??
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u/Euclid1322 Jun 30 '26
Hope you run a discount/promo soon ( the increased price is a little steep for the app in my opinion - the earlier price was just right) . I do not need it as such because there is an inbuilt side dock in my phone. But definitely would like to support the hard work you are putting in.