Mobile App Update: Revamped Shifts, New Nav
The latest Rootly mobile update for iOS and Android refreshes Shifts and navigation, with coverage requests you can submit and accept in the app.
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What’s new
The latest Rootly app update for iOS and Android brings a smoother, faster shift management experience. In the Shifts section, you can now browse and manage your schedule more easily, request coverage from teammates, and accept coverage requests, all with a refreshed, streamlined design.
How it works
- Upgrade your Rootly App to the latest version: the app update is available through the Apple Store and the Android Marketplace.
- Submit Shift Coverage Requests: Request coverage directly from teammates for your on-call shifts.
- Accept Coverage Requests; Accept a request from a teammate to be automatically assigned to their shift.
- Revamped Shift Page: Improved design for easier browsing and management of upcoming shifts.
- Updated Navigation Bar: Cleaner and more intuitive layout for faster access to key features.
Key benefits
- Simplified shift changes: Submit or accept coverage requests in just a few taps, reducing coordination time.
- More control on the go: Manage shifts from anywhere without needing to switch to desktop or opening Slack.
- Improved visibility: Quickly see who’s on call and upcoming schedule changes at a glance.
Related changelogs
Rootly On-call Health
On-Call Health is Rootly's open source project that uses incident, GitHub, and Slack data to spot early signs of on-call burnout and help rebalance rotations.
Coverage Requests Just Got Easier
Easily request coverage through Slack and the web when you can’t take your scheduled shift (or part of it).
Calling Tree Live Call Routing
Live call routing gives customers and teammates one dedicated phone number that instantly connects them to the engineer on call for urgent issues.