Hey everyone!

We are in the final countdown before our official Play Store launch on October 19th / 20th! Nimbus Weather v1.0.9 is now live in closed testing. To thank our active community tonight, I'm hosting an exclusive Flash Giveaway!

⚡ THE 1-HOUR FLASH GIVEAWAY (5x Lifetime Pro Codes)

To keep it fair and reward the fastest active supporters tonight, this giveaway is strictly time-limited:

• ⏱️ Duration: Valid for the first hour after this post goes live.
• 🏆 How to win: Be one of the first 5 people to send me a Direct Message (DM) here on Reddit!
• 🎁 Prize: A 100% Free Lifetime Pro Promo Code for Nimbus Weather Pro!

(Note: Promo codes are currently being finalized in the Google Play Console and will be delivered straight to your DMs shortly! If you missed the 1-hour window, don't worry — join our testing group below to stay tuned for future launch events!)

🗓️ Official Google Play Launch Date

Due to Google’s mandatory 14-day closed testing period for new developer accounts, our official public release is set for October 19th / 20th! Everything is 100% ad-free, polished, and ready to go.

📊 Free vs. Pro Features Overview

🆓 Free Edition (100% Ad-Free & Respects Privacy)

• Privacy-First: Zero tracking scripts or ads attached to your location.
• Complete Core Weather: Current conditions, feels-like temperature, UV index, humidity, wind/gusts, air pressure, cloud cover, dew point, and precipitation.
• Forecasts: Detailed 24-hour breakdown and full 14-day outlook.
• Multi-Location: Save and manage up to 10 cities.
• Dynamic Sky Backgrounds: Live dynamic scenes for rain, clear skies, and snow.
• 3 Free Widgets: 2×2 Dashboard, 4×1 Forecast Bar, and 4×2 Daily Outlook.

🚀 Pro Edition (Fair One-Time Lifetime Purchase)

• 📱 All 9 Widgets & Widget Studio: Unlocks 6 additional layouts (2×1 Minimal, 2×2 Daily, 2×2 Metrics, 2×2 Sunset, 4×2 Hourly, and 4×4 Master) with full layout & text scaling customization.
• 🧠 Weather Intelligence: Smart breakdowns of rain windows, storm risks, pressure trends, and best outdoor hours.
• 🤖 Radar AI & Time Machine: Interactive RainViewer radar with AI storm analysis and 2-hour historical playback. Scrub through past forecast hours with detailed metrics.
• 🌿 Seasons & Phenology Tracker: Real-time tracking of first frost, snow, leaf fall, blossom starts, heat days (>30°C), and tropical nights (≥20°C).
• 🩺 Biometeorology & Health Index: Pollen tracking (grass, birch, alder, ragweed), air quality metrics (PM2.5/PM10), and health sensitivity notes for migraines, asthma, and joint pain.
• 🔔 Smart Alerts & Themes: Severe weather notifications, customizable morning/evening briefings, exclusive themes (Dark Glass & Atmosphere), and rain-on-glass visual effects.

🚀 What’s New in Update v1.0.9?

• 🧩 Widget Studio & Layout Fixes: Re-architected 2x1 metadata positioning to prevent overlaps, added dynamic text scaling across all layouts (2x1, 4x1, 4x2), and introduced compact time/rain indicators across all languages.
• 🎨 Redesigned Theme Selection: Replaced the button bar with a sleek bottom sheet featuring Material color swatches, theme descriptions, and full keyboard/navigation support.
• 🌿 Smart Phenology Validation: Restricted seasonal milestone tracking (First Frost, Snowfall, Blossom, Heat Days) strictly to the visible 14-day forecast window.
• 🍂 Dynamic Leaf-Fall Model: Real-time 14-day tracking that dynamically factors in cold spells, wind, rain, and warm recovery.

☕ Support Development on Ko-fi

You can now also support independent development via Ko-fi memberships:

• Tier 1 Supporter: €5 / month
• Tier 2 Super Supporter: €10 / month
• Tier 3 VIP Supporter: €15 / month

📱 How to Join the Beta Test (Important Instructions!)

To ensure you can download the app without any Play Store permission issues, please follow these exact steps:

1. Join the Google Group (Required First Step): 👉 [Google Group Link] (Make sure you are logged into the same Google Account you use on your Play Store!)
2. Wait 15 to 30 Minutes for Google Sync: Google Play takes a short moment to sync your email permissions after joining the group. Please wait 15–30 minutes before opening the Play Store link so the access is fully activated.
3. Opt-in & Download from Google Play: 👉 [Join Test and download] After the brief waiting period, this link will work 100%!
4. Still having trouble? If it still shows an error after waiting, simply drop a comment under this post or send me a Reddit DM — I'm happy to help you out directly!

🔗 APK Download & Pro Version Note:

• GitHub APK (v1.0.9): Contains the full Free Version. Please note that In-App Purchases (Google Play Billing) do not work on sideloaded APKs, so Pro features cannot be unlocked directly through the GitHub build.
• Want to test Pro features? Join our Google Play Closed Testing group using the steps above! That way, you get the official Play Store build where Google Play Billing works seamlessly.

Send your DM now before the hour is up! Thank you all for testing and supporting Nimbus Weather!

Hey everyone! 👋

Today is officially the day: The 14-day closed testing phase for Nimbus Weather is now LIVE on the Google Play Store!

I created Nimbus Weather because I was tired of bloatware weather apps packed with intrusive ads, aggressive trackers, and subscription paywalls for basic features. My goal: A clean, lightning-fast, privacy-first weather experience.

🔥 SPECIAL OFFER: Free Pro for the First 9 People!

• The First 9 Testers who send me a Private Message (DM) here on Reddit with their Play Store email address and leave honest feedback will get the Lifetime Pro Edition 100% FREE!
• Want one of those 9 free spots? Send me a quick DM! 📩

📲 How to Join the Beta in 2 Simple Steps (Open to Everyone):

To get instant access without waiting for manual approval, follow these two quick steps:

1️⃣ Step 1: Join our Google Group 👉Join Google Group Here

(Make sure to join with the same Google Account you use on your Play Store!)

2️⃣ Step 2: Become a Tester & Download on Google Play 👉Become a Tester / Download on Play Store

(Click "Become a tester", then follow the Play Store link to download).

Note: If you decide to support development and purchase Pro inside the app during beta, it stays unlocked permanently!

⚠️ Having trouble? If you see "App not available", make sure you completed Step 1 first or send me a DM and I'll add you manually!

📋 TESTING CONTEXT:

• App Stage: Closed Beta / Pre-Release v1.0.5
• Testing Duration: 14-Day Closed Test (preparing for full Google Play launch)
• Target Devices: Android 8.0+ (Smartphones & Tablets)
• Testing Scope: Everything

💬 SPECIFIC FEEDBACK NEEDED: To help me improve the app, please tell me:

1. Device & Android Version: What phone model and Android version are you using?
2. Widget Performance: Do the home screen widgets update properly in the background on your launcher?
3. UI & Feature Usability: Are the Biometeo Health Index and Rain Radar clear and easy to read?
4. Bugs / Glitches: Did you experience any crashes, battery drain, or visual glitches?

💡 Core Highlights:

• 🔒 100% Ad-Free & Zero Tracking: Privacy-first design. Your location data never leaves your device.
• 🧩 Advanced Widget Customization: Flexible layouts, hourly breakdowns, and custom styling for your homescreen.
• 🩺 Biometeo Health Index: Track weather impact on migraines, joint pain, and physical well-being.
• 🌿 Pollen & Allergen Tracker: Live seasonal allergen updates.
• 🌧️ Fluid Precipitation Radar: Smooth rain playback.

Drop your thoughts in the comments or send a DM to claim one of the first 9 Free Pro spots! 🚀