A new version, HandyReader 1.12.260428 (Build 16), is now available for download. This update brings exciting new features including a Reading Background Gallery, an offline AI TTS engine supporting 16 AI models, and a refined reading interface for a cleaner, more intuitive experience.

What’s New

• Reading Background Gallery – A new background list lets you choose from a wider range of styles to personalize your reading experience.
• Offline AI TTS Engine – We’ve added an offline text-to-speech engine that supports 16 AI models. Download voices in Chinese, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, and Arabic for a natural listening experience—no internet required.
• Refined Reading Interface – Several menus have been streamlined and the overall layout improved for a cleaner, more intuitive reading experience.

Bug Fixes

• Fixed a navigation issue that could cause unexpected position jumps while reading.
• Fixed the note editing popup where text input was partially obscured.
• Fixed a bug that caused TTS to repeat the current chapter.
• Resolved an issue that prevented some MOBI files from opening.

Summary

This version introduces major new features that significantly enhance the reading and listening experience. The Reading Background Gallery offers more personalization options, while the offline AI TTS engine with support for 16 AI models and 6 languages delivers natural-sounding narration without an internet connection. The streamlined reading interface makes the overall experience more intuitive and enjoyable.

What’s Next

We’re continuing to improve HandyReader with upcoming features:

• Online Font Download: Add online font download and configuration feature
• Reading Statistics: Track your reading habits and progress
• More TTS Voices: Expand the AI TTS voice library with more languages and styles

Download

Get the latest version from:

• GitHub Releases (v1.12.260428): https://github.com/EucWang/HandyReader/releases/tag/v1.12.260428
• Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.wxn.reader

Note: If the update is not yet available on Google Play, please download the latest version from GitHub Releases. Requires Android 6.0 or higher.