Things 3.16.3 May 2026

Resolved a synchronization issue where theme changes in Settings would not apply to home screen widgets until a full device reboot.

Focused on polishing the iOS 16 experience , particularly fixing animation glitches when using the drag-and-drop "+" button and ensuring the screen correctly scrolls to revealed text when editing expanded to-dos. 2. API & Interoperability

Fixed a bug that prevented users from opening the "Logged Projects" list via a specific Things URL (deep link), which is critical for power users automating workflows. 3. Interface & Workflow Refinements Things 3.16.3

Updated the authentication method for importing tasks via the Todoist API , ensuring continued compatibility as external services update their security protocols.

Addressed a significant macOS Ventura bug where windows would occasionally vanish while being dragged across the screen. Resolved a synchronization issue where theme changes in

The 3.16.3 release is characterized as a "maintenance" version that addressed several critical UX friction points.

While there isn't a formal academic "deep paper" on , this specific update from Cultured Code focused heavily on stability, API modernizations, and platform-specific bug fixes for macOS and iOS. Core Analysis of Things 3.16.3 API & Interoperability Fixed a bug that prevented

Fixed the "Later Items" toggle in the sharing dialog, which previously failed to work when users tried to send content from other apps to Things. Technical Summary Feature Area Key Improvement Stability Fixed window vanishing bug on macOS Ventura. UX/UI Resolved animation glitches and scrolling errors on iOS 16. Connectivity Updated Todoist API authentication and URL scheme support. Customization Fixed widget theme application delay.