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+Changes in [3.28.0-rc.1](https://github.com/vector-im/element-desktop/releases/tag/v3.28.0-rc.1) (2021-07-11)
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+
+## ✨ Features
+ * Show how long a call was on call tiles ([\#6570](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6570)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18405. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Add regional indicators to emoji picker ([\#6490](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6490)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#14963. Contributed by [robintown](https://github.com/robintown).
+ * Make call control buttons accessible to screen reader users ([\#6181](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6181)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18358. Contributed by [pvagner](https://github.com/pvagner).
+ * Skip sending a thumbnail if it is not a sufficient saving over the original ([\#6559](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6559)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#17906.
+ * Increase PiP snapping speed ([\#6539](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6539)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18371. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Improve and move the incoming call toast ([\#6470](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6470)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#17912. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Allow all of the URL schemes that Firefox allows ([\#6457](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6457)). Contributed by [aaronraimist](https://github.com/aaronraimist).
+ * Improve bubble layout colors ([\#6452](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6452)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18081. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Spaces let users switch between Home and All Rooms behaviours ([\#6497](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6497)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18093.
+ * Support for MSC2285 (hidden read receipts) ([\#6390](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6390)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Group pinned message events with MELS ([\#6349](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6349)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#17938. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Make version copiable ([\#6227](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6227)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#17603 and vector-im/element-web#18329. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Improve voice messages uploading state ([\#6530](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6530)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18226 and vector-im/element-web#18224.
+ * Add surround with feature ([\#5510](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/5510)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Improve call event tile wording ([\#6545](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6545)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18376. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Show an avatar/a turned off microphone icon for muted users ([\#6486](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6486)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Prompt user to leave rooms/subspaces in a space when leaving space ([\#6424](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6424)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18071.
+ * Add customisation point to override widget variables ([\#6455](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6455)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18035.
+ * Add support for screen sharing in 1:1 calls ([\#5992](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/5992)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+
+## 🐛 Bug Fixes
+ * Fix [object Object] in Widget Permissions ([\#6560](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6560)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18384. Contributed by [Palid](https://github.com/Palid).
+ * Fix right margin for events on IRC layout ([\#6542](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6542)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18354.
+ * Mirror only usermedia feeds ([\#6512](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6512)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#5633. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix LogoutDialog warning + TypeScript migration ([\#6533](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6533)).
+ * Fix the wrong font being used in the room topic field ([\#6527](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6527)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18339. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix inconsistent styling for links on hover ([\#6513](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6513)). Contributed by [janogarcia](https://github.com/janogarcia).
+ * Fix incorrect height for encoded placeholder images ([\#6514](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6514)). Contributed by [Palid](https://github.com/Palid).
+ * Fix call events layout for message bubble ([\#6465](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6465)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18144.
+ * Improve subspaces and some utilities around room/space creation ([\#6458](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6458)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18090 vector-im/element-web#18091 and vector-im/element-web#17256.
+ * Restore pointer cursor for SenderProfile in message bubbles ([\#6501](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6501)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18249.
+ * Fix issues with the Call View ([\#6472](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6472)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18221. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Align event list summary read receipts when using message bubbles ([\#6500](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6500)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18143.
+ * Better positioning for unbubbled events in timeline ([\#6477](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6477)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18132.
+ * Realign reactions row with messages in modern layout ([\#6491](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6491)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18118. Contributed by [robintown](https://github.com/robintown).
+ * Fix CreateRoomDialog exploding when making public room outside of a space ([\#6492](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6492)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18275.
+ * Fix call crashing because `element` was undefined ([\#6488](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6488)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18270. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Upscale thumbnails to the container size ([\#6589](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6589)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18307.
+ * Fix create room dialog in spaces no longer adding to the space ([\#6587](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6587)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18465.
+ * Don't show a modal on call reject/user hangup ([\#6580](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6580)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fade Call View Buttons after `componentDidMount` ([\#6581](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6581)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18439. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix missing expand button on codeblocks ([\#6565](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6565)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18388. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * allow customizing the bubble layout colors ([\#6568](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6568)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18408. Contributed by [benneti](https://github.com/benneti).
+ * Don't flash "Missed call" when accepting a call ([\#6567](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6567)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18404. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix clicking whitespaces on replies ([\#6571](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6571)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18327. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix disabled state for voice messages + send button tooltip ([\#6562](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6562)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18413.
+ * Fix voice feed being cut-off ([\#6550](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6550)). Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix sizing issues of the screen picker ([\#6498](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6498)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18281. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Stop voice messages that are playing when starting a recording ([\#6563](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6563)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18410.
+ * Properly set style attribute on shared usercontent iframe ([\#6561](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6561)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18414.
+ * Null guard space inviter to prevent the app exploding ([\#6558](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6558)).
+ * Make the ringing sound mutable/disablable ([\#6534](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6534)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#15591. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix wrong cursor being used in PiP ([\#6551](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6551)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18383. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Re-pin Jitsi if the widget already exists ([\#6226](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6226)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#17679. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix broken call notification regression ([\#6526](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6526)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18335. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * createRoom, only send join rule event if we have a join rule to put in it ([\#6516](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6516)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18301.
+ * Fix clicking pills inside replies ([\#6508](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6508)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18283. Contributed by [SimonBrandner](https://github.com/SimonBrandner).
+ * Fix grecaptcha regression ([\#6503](https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-react-sdk/pull/6503)). Fixes vector-im/element-web#18284. Contributed by [Palid](https://github.com/Palid).
+
 Changes in [3.27.0](https://github.com/vector-im/element-desktop/releases/tag/v3.27.0) (2021-07-02)
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