1.8.1

google-gemini/gemini-cli1.8.1Apr 4, 2026by Kieirra

AI Summary

A patch release focusing on critical bug fixes for macOS where keyboard shortcuts were not detected, alongside security updates and improvements for virtual microphone support.

Key Highlights

  • Critical macOS shortcut fix (Space key not working)
  • Replacement of rdev event listener with polling-based approach
  • Security updates for dependencies
  • Virtual microphone support (e.g., Nvidia Broadcast)
  • Beta tag and CPU usage warning for Voice Mode

Breaking Changes

  • Removed Ctrl+B shortcut that could hide sidebar

New Features

  • Virtual microphone support
  • Beta tag and CPU usage warning for Voice Mode

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).