Late 2024
Private MVP release begins
HomeCrowd's first release phase began through private MVP access, establishing the earliest version of the live sports audio experience.
HomeCrowd history
From private MVP to official app store distribution.
This timeline records HomeCrowd's major milestones, from its private MVP and early public appearances through direct downloads and trademark filings to official releases on Google Play and the Apple App Store.
March 2025
StartClub BNE cohort announced
HomeCrowd was named in the third StartClub BNE cohort, marking an early public company milestone.
View sourceMay 2025
Public pitch appearance
HomeCrowd appeared at StartClub BNE Pitch Night 3.0, where cohort founders presented publicly and shared progress with the broader startup community.
View sourceJune 2025
Invitation-only release begins
HomeCrowd opened invitation-only access, expanding product availability to a wider group of early users.
September 2025
iPhone TestFlight direct download begins
HomeCrowd became available to iPhone users through TestFlight beta distribution, creating a direct iOS download path before App Store release.
iPhone beta accessOctober 2025
Android APK direct download begins
HomeCrowd became available to Android users through direct APK distribution from the HomeCrowd website, extending direct public access across both major mobile platforms.
Android direct accessNovember 2025
Version 0.9 released
Version 0.9 marked the final major release in the direct-download phase. Development then shifted from a peer-to-peer mesh to a server-mediated selective forwarding architecture for the official app store releases.
January 2026
Hurricane logo introduced
HomeCrowd introduced its hurricane logo as part of an updated visual identity for public and product touchpoints.
February 2026
Australian trademark filed
HomeCrowd formally began trademark protection in Australia, supporting the brand's position in the live sport category.
View filingMarch 2026
U.S. trademark filed
HomeCrowd filed for trademark protection in the United States, extending the brand protection path into the U.S. market.
View filingAugust 2026
Google Play release
HomeCrowd became available on Google Play, moving Android distribution from direct APK downloads to an official store listing.
Get it on Google PlayAugust 2026
Apple App Store release
Later that month, HomeCrowd became available on the Apple App Store, completing the move from direct downloads to official store distribution. The earlier TestFlight and APK versions were retired and are no longer supported.
Download on the App Store