Smart OSH Mobile update to Angular 21 and Capacitor 8

Smart OSH Mobile has aligned with supported versions of the technology stack to reinforce security, reduce maintenance risks, and prepare the application for future Google Play requirements on Android.

How it works

1. Angular is updated to version 21 LTS, leaving behind an unsupported version.
2. Capacitor is updated to version 8, ready to work with targetSdk 36 and the mandatory edge-to-edge model on Android.
3. Media permissions that are no longer necessary, such as READ_MEDIA_IMAGES and ACCESS_MEDIA_LOCATION, are removed to comply with Google Play recommendations.
4. The project’s security status is reviewed to reduce exposure to known vulnerabilities and restore the reception of official framework patches.
5. A more stable technical base is maintained for future updates, avoiding premature adoption of major versions with less maturity in the dependency ecosystem.

Note

Google Play will require API 36 (Android 16) from August 2026. This update facilitates the preparation of Smart OSH Mobile for that change, although full adaptation to the edge-to-edge model should be planned within the technical roadmap.