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February 29, 2024, 05:55:35 AM
Noticed only today and I think it's worth to highlight now - they fulfilled my old-date request  

@foundationdvcs, could I suggest a small feature to device's GUI. In the upper right corner of the screen there is a small battery icon. Is it possible to add into GUI without much pain the option to show battery percentage near that icon? Device uses lithium-ion battery and to prolong its life time it is very important to start charging procedure when it reaches  certain depth of discharge. Knowing of exact battery capacity left would be highly mattered in this case.

and implemented it  even by  the better way: Device --> Battery --> shazam!

Quote from: satscraper's_Passport_2

I'm not sure what  release (either 2.2.0 or 2.3.0) has brought such wonderful feature but it doesn't matter.  It's  over there, under  the menu of Passport device.
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February 27, 2024, 05:56:19 AM
@foundationdvcs : Following this[1] discussion, is there any possibility to implement the function that allows to magnify areas within the generated QR code so that it could be easily transferred to a metal plate (for example)? Or this is seen as something that is a "nice to have feature" and not "must have" at the moment considering the development plans?

[1]https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.63706761

Fascinating idea! I'll raise an internal issue with the team to further discuss it, to my knowledge we haven't considered it yet but would be great for helping with steel QR backups as mentioned.

Just came to my head after  reading this. Another option would be to safe  SeedQR to file (in some printable format ) on microSD card inserted into the slot of Passport device so that one could use it to print (using  the air-gapped machine) the image afterward. This printed image would be very useful at SeedQR backup on the steel plate.
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February 25, 2024, 01:55:43 PM
@foundationdvcs : Following this[1] discussion, is there any possibility to implement the function that allows to magnify areas within the generated QR code so that it could be easily transferred to a metal plate (for example)? Or this is seen as something that is a "nice to have feature" and not "must have" at the moment considering the development plans?

[1]https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.63706761

Fascinating idea! I'll raise an internal issue with the team to further discuss it, to my knowledge we haven't considered it yet but would be great for helping with steel QR backups as mentioned.
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February 24, 2024, 06:17:53 AM
@foundationdvcs : Following this[1] discussion, is there any possibility to implement the function that allows to magnify areas within the generated QR code so that it could be easily transferred to a metal plate (for example)? Or this is seen as something that is a "nice to have feature" and not "must have" at the moment considering the development plans?

[1]https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.63706761

I would also vote for the adding to device the function which allowed  to check the copy of SeedQR transferred from Passport screen to some stuff, let's say to paper, transparency film, metal plate,  etc., to remain sure that created backup is not getting corrupted somehow as the time passes.
legendary
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February 24, 2024, 04:40:09 AM
@foundationdvcs : Following this[1] discussion, is there any possibility to implement the function that allows to magnify areas within the generated QR code so that it could be easily transferred to a metal plate (for example)? Or this is seen as something that is a "nice to have feature" and not "must have" at the moment considering the development plans?

[1]https://bitcointalksearch.org/topic/m.63706761
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February 23, 2024, 08:46:46 AM
  • Improved address display
Is this update actually better address formatting similar like Trezor did recently?

As RickDeckard showed off, it's a new way to break up the address and use bold formatting to make it easier to verify "block by block," if you will.

You can read more on the motivation and standard that was proposed by the Bitcoin Design community here:

https://bitcoin.design/guide/glossary/address/#visual-formatting

We've also deployed the new address display format in Envoy as of v1.6.0 (in beta!) so that verifying addresses visually between the two is even easier!

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February 23, 2024, 03:52:17 AM

Easy way is to use paper template and just fill spots with black marker pen, but I also saw people started making interesting plastic backup plates with tamper protection.
They are obviously not as durable as stainless steel or titanium plates, but they are good option when traveling and going in airports scanners.
There are cons and pros for everything.


Yeah, it fits my plot, only instead of a paper template I intend to use the-laser-printer-transparency-film with the  preliminary printed compact SeedQR-template like this


After mapping (by the fibre-tip pen with permanent ink ) this template with Compact SeedQR image relevant to my SEED,  I will place it on the steel plate and hummer the image points  with a punching  tip.
legendary
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February 22, 2024, 05:45:55 PM
Is this update actually better address formatting similar like Trezor did recently?
Indeed. But instead of just taking my word on it, take a look at the improved display yourself (plus get to see how the OP_Return displays as well):

Old[1]:


New[2]:


I like the detail where group of characters get bold automatically to be more easily identifiable by the user.

[1]Taken from Foundation Device YT video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U_EntPUO4yY
[2]https://foundationdevices.com/2024/02/passport-version-2-3-0-is-now-live/
legendary
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February 22, 2024, 01:38:23 PM
We will be doing a cool halving collab with some other great companies in the space (stay tuned!) but we don't usually do any kind of discounts. I'll see if we can do something special, maybe some kind of bundle.
That would be cool.
I see number of Passport resellers in Europe is growing. Wink

  • Improved address display
Is this update actually better address formatting similar like Trezor did recently?

I should say Compact SeedQR,  as it name implies.   looks ..... more  compact.  (Now I should ponder a bit of the best way  to transfer it to the steel plate. The first stuff came to my head was the transparent film to be used as a mediator.  )
Easy way is to use paper template and just fill spots with black marker pen, but I also saw people started making interesting plastic backup plates with tamper protection.
They are obviously not as durable as stainless steel or titanium plates, but they are good option when traveling and going in airports scanners.
There are cons and pros for everything.
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February 22, 2024, 04:45:41 AM
I usually take my time with any upgrade but this bout I was itching to test v. 2.3.0

I did it today after downloading, verifying

Quote from: satscraper

and installing  the relevant .bin   file on my Passport 2.  I never  commented  on the  microSD card slot in Passport 2. This time I should highlight the fact of its  very well-weighed  design which prevents SD card from  being placed in a wrong way.

The upgrade from 2.2.0 to 2.3.0 has took less a minute and went smoothly.

Being upgraded,  I decided to examine how my SEED came across SeedQR: Advanced -->View Seed Words --> Click left button on  QR icon located in the  bottom  left corner on display --> choose either Compact SeedQR or SeedQR.

I should say Compact SeedQR,  as it name implies.   looks ..... more  compact.  (Now I should ponder a bit of the best way  to transfer it to the steel plate. The first stuff came to my head was the transparent film to be used as a mediator.  )

Then I proceeded to exploration of my addresses by Passport 2: Manage Account -->Explore Addresses --> Single sig (I have two types of addresses Single-sig and 2/2 multisig) -->Following screen offers four options: Segwit, Wrapped Segwit, Legacy and Taproot  --> Receive or Change--> Right button on "> " ---> Again 2 times by Right button on "> "  after some warning messages on the screen and
shazam, address is here. Now I may use the directional pad to navigate addresses: Up: -10, Down: +10, Left: -1, Right: +1.

Test of v. 2.3.0 on my Passport 2 to be continued.
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February 21, 2024, 07:20:02 PM
The moment that we have been waiting has arrived - Passport version 2.3.0 is LIVE[1][2] (paging @satscraper). I'll just highlight a couple of great additions:

  • Full Taproot support in Passport;
  • Address explorer;
  • Support for verifying and displaying OP_Return;
  • Creation of 12 word seed phrases (defaults to 12 word seed phrases during onboarding);
  • Improved address display

The team over at Foundation keeps transmitting me a sense of responsibility and transparency within the hardware space that I find very appealing. Congratulations to everybody on the team once again.

[1]https://foundationdevices.com/2024/02/passport-version-2-3-0-is-now-live/
[2]https://github.com/Foundation-Devices/passport2/releases/tag/v2.3.0

Thanks so much for sharing this, Rick! We're thrilled to release this, and as you can see from the blog post it's a massive release and likely our largest to date! If any of you have questions on the release, I'm happy to answer them, and will be sure to stay on top of this thread more moving forward  Smiley

Edit: I've updated the version OP, and here is the quick summary for those looking for the tl;dr on v2.3.0:

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We’re beyond thrilled to be able to release Passport firmware v2.3.0, including full Taproot support, revamped passphrase behavior, an all-new address explorer, master seed SeedQR export, 12-word seed phrase support, 12th/24th word generation for advanced users, and native OP_RETURN message viewing and signing.

This release is one of our largest to date and includes a massive amount of new features, improvements, and bug fixes.
legendary
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February 21, 2024, 06:22:59 PM
The moment that we have been waiting has arrived - Passport version 2.3.0 is LIVE[1][2] (paging @satscraper). I'll just highlight a couple of great additions:

  • Full Taproot support in Passport;
  • Address explorer;
  • Support for verifying and displaying OP_Return;
  • Creation of 12 word seed phrases (defaults to 12 word seed phrases during onboarding);
  • Improved address display

The team over at Foundation keeps transmitting me a sense of responsibility and transparency within the hardware space that I find very appealing. Congratulations to everybody on the team once again.

[1]https://foundationdevices.com/2024/02/passport-version-2-3-0-is-now-live/
[2]https://github.com/Foundation-Devices/passport2/releases/tag/v2.3.0
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February 15, 2024, 06:11:22 PM

We read everything posted here and take any feature requests into consideration. We appreciate your input! This next release is pretty massive.
Can we expect anything special coming from Foundations around Bitcoin Halving date?

I know few other hardware wallet manufacturers are working on releasing special bitcoin only editions, and maybe there will be some discounts available.



We will be doing a cool halving collab with some other great companies in the space (stay tuned!) but we don't usually do any kind of discounts. I'll see if we can do something special, maybe some kind of bundle.

I am very excited that in the next few weeks we will bring back our customer referral program, the Ambassador Program. Will give an opportunity to refer Passport and get exclusive swag alongside Bitcoin rewards!
legendary
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February 15, 2024, 04:49:35 PM
Ha ha, my request on adding the master seed SeedQR-export into future release didn't    leave Foundation  hanging. The coming v.2.3.0 will implement it  as it is evidenced by beta variant  already dangling on the official github. Among other noticeable features is long expected (at least by me) " native OP_RETURN message viewing and signing". What a release!
Very nice mister Contributor  Cool

We read everything posted here and take any feature requests into consideration. We appreciate your input! This next release is pretty massive.
Can we expect anything special coming from Foundations around Bitcoin Halving date?

I know few other hardware wallet manufacturers are working on releasing special bitcoin only editions, and maybe there will be some discounts available.

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February 15, 2024, 04:20:44 PM
Ha ha, my request on adding the master seed SeedQR-export into future release didn't    leave Foundation  hanging. The coming v.2.3.0 will implement it  as it is evidenced by beta variant  already dangling on the official github. Among other noticeable features is long expected (at least by me) " native OP_RETURN message viewing and signing". What a release!


We read everything posted here and take any feature requests into consideration. We appreciate your input! This next release is pretty massive.
hero member
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February 15, 2024, 05:00:08 AM
Ha ha, my request on adding the master seed SeedQR-export into future release didn't    leave Foundation  hanging. The coming v.2.3.0 will implement it  as it is evidenced by beta variant  already dangling on the official github. Among other noticeable features is long expected (at least by me) " native OP_RETURN message viewing and signing". What a release!

legendary
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February 13, 2024, 12:57:59 PM
Yeah, I knew about possibility to export  the BIP85 child seeds (one by one) via SeedQR when Key Manager is enabled . The official video ( which shows  how to do this)  exists for a long time. But unfortunately Key Manager doesn't offer the option to export master SEED via  SeedQR and I don't understand why. In my view adding this option  could cover what I want. They could add it even without requiring to create child seeds.
Same feeling here. While the official account is mostly active here from time to time, their Telegram channel is way more active and they always have staff there that interact with many suggestions and ideas. Perhaps you could stop by there and share that idea to gather feedback?
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February 13, 2024, 12:02:39 PM
I would appreciate the  implementation of SeedQR generator by the  future releases.
After some research I have found that if you enable the Key Manager extension in the Foundation devices you are able to generate (and export) in SeedQR and Compact SeedQR BIP 85 child seeds. A glimpse of it can be seen here[1]:
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Once you have enabled Key Manager, creating a new key is incredibly straight forward. Simply navigate to the new Key Manager card on your home screen and select “New Key.” Choose how many words you want the seed to be and the new key is automatically saved via encrypted microSD backups. When you need to use the new child seed in another wallet, simply select “Export,” choose whichever format your favorite wallet supports, and import it. It’s that easy.
Since this functionality already exists for child seeds I believe that it wouldn't be hard to implement the same system during the process of generating a new master seed.

[1]https://foundationdevices.com/2023/05/all-your-wallets-one-backup/

Yeah, I knew about possibility to export  the BIP85 child seeds (one by one) via SeedQR when Key Manager is enabled . The official video ( which shows  how to do this)  exists for a long time. But unfortunately Key Manager doesn't offer the option to export master SEED via  SeedQR and I don't understand why. In my view adding this option  could cover what I want. They could add it even without requiring to create child seeds.
legendary
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February 13, 2024, 09:32:25 AM
I would appreciate the  implementation of SeedQR generator by the  future releases.
After some research I have found that if you enable the Key Manager extension in the Foundation devices you are able to generate (and export) in SeedQR and Compact SeedQR BIP 85 child seeds. A glimpse of it can be seen here[1]:
Quote
Once you have enabled Key Manager, creating a new key is incredibly straight forward. Simply navigate to the new Key Manager card on your home screen and select “New Key.” Choose how many words you want the seed to be and the new key is automatically saved via encrypted microSD backups. When you need to use the new child seed in another wallet, simply select “Export,” choose whichever format your favorite wallet supports, and import it. It’s that easy.
Since this functionality already exists for child seeds I believe that it wouldn't be hard to implement the same system during the process of generating a new master seed.

[1]https://foundationdevices.com/2023/05/all-your-wallets-one-backup/
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February 13, 2024, 08:45:24 AM
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Yeah, I was thinking about the creation of SeedQR directly from device, something like it was implemented in Blockstream Jade.

I would rather  trust  SeedQR module on device  than those generators found on github. Anyway, thanks for your efforts and clarification.

I would appreciate the  implementation of SeedQR generator by the  future releases.



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