1.8.1

achtungsoftware/alarik1.8.1Apr 4, 2026by Kieirra

AI Summary

A patch release addressing critical issues on macOS where shortcuts were not detected, replacing the event listener with a polling-based approach. It also adds support for virtual microphones and removes conflicting shortcuts.

Key Highlights

  • macOS shortcut detection fix (Space bar)
  • Virtual microphone support
  • Removal of Ctrl+B shortcut
  • Security updates for dependencies

New Features

  • Virtual microphone support
  • Security updates
  • Improved shortcut handling

Full Release Notes

# Murmure 1.8.1

This patch release fixes a critical issue on macOS where shortcuts (including Space) were not detected, along with several smaller fixes.

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## Bug Fixes

- **(macOS) Fix shortcuts not working** - Space and other shortcuts were not detected on macOS. Replaced rdev event listener with polling-based approach.
- Remove Ctrl+B shortcut that could hide sidebar ([#266](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/issues/266)).
- Allow virtual microphones in device list, e.g. Nvidia Broadcast ([#164](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/issues/164)).
- Add beta tag and CPU usage warning for Voice Mode.
- Security updates for dependencies.

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See full [CHANGELOG](https://github.com/Kieirra/murmure/blob/main/CHANGELOG.md).