Release notes · Updates
Celik Finance releases.
New calculators, improvements, and bug fixes — in one place.
13 releases·since Jan 2026
v1.9.0
16 May 2026- NewHome Loan Calculator fully redesigned — single clean hero with your monthly payment up front
- NewLive BNM rate prefill — your interest rate field auto-fills with today's average housing rate
- NewFirst-time buyer toggle — see your stamp duty exemption (RM 11k+ savings) instantly
- NewEPF Akaun Sejahtera withdrawal banner — now uses the real KWSP formula instead of an outdated RM 60k flat cap
- New"Can I afford it?" — DSR check with colour-coded zone bar and live fix-suggestion chips ("Drop price to X / Stretch tenure / Increase down payment")
- NewCompare scenarios side-by-side — see what happens if rates go up 1% or you stretch the tenure
- NewSources & Assumptions panel at the bottom — every Malaysian financial figure on the page links out to its authoritative source (LHDN, KWSP, BNM, Malaysian Bar Council)
- NewIslamic financing & Use EPF Acc 2 toggles in the form
- ImprovedStamp duty now Budget 2026 accurate — full waiver for first-home buyers ≤ RM 500k until 31 Dec 2027
- ImprovedLegal fees follow the Solicitors' Remuneration Order 2023 percentage scale
- ImprovedValuation fees follow the official BOVAEP scale of fees
- ImprovedMobile header simplified — overflow menu keeps every action one tap away without cramping
- ImprovedFAQ + Watch sections aligned to the same width as the Quick reference strip
- ImprovedSave scenario / Worth refinancing buttons stay white in both light and dark mode
- FixedGlossary modal redesigned to match the mockup — cleaner tabs, simpler term layout
- FixedVideo grid no longer shows a duplicate "Curated from Malaysian creators" heading
- FixedSticky results bar hidden on mobile (the bottom payment bar handles it)
- FixedPage footer hidden on mobile to give more breathing room for the sticky payment bar
v1.8.0
16 May 2026- NewNew mobile homepage — looks and feels like a real iPhone app, not a shrunken website
- NewNative bottom tab bar — Home / Tools / Learn / More tabs always within thumb's reach
- NewHero greets you by name with a live "Boleh aku afford ke tak?" calculator — sliders update the monthly installment instantly using today's BNM rate
- NewCalculator section now swipes side-to-side with filter chips (All, Loans, Money, Tax, Islamic, Life)
- NewWatch section swipes side-to-side too — videos no longer stack vertically on mobile
- ImprovedMobile homepage is now its own design — not just a smaller desktop view
v1.7.0
4 April 2026- NewHome loan calculator redesign — results now update instantly as you type, no need to click "Calculate"
- NewSliders for house price and loan tenure — drag to quickly explore different scenarios
- NewQuick-select buttons for down payment (10%, 20%, 30%) right in the form
- NewAffordability gauge — a visual meter showing your Debt Service Ratio at a glance
- NewHover over financial terms like DSR, Stamp Duty, and MRTA to see simple definitions
- NewSticky bar shows your monthly payment as you scroll through results
- ImprovedCalculator results now show in a cleaner two-column layout on desktop — form on the left, results on the right
- ImprovedMonthly payment is now the clear hero number, with upfront costs and total interest neatly below
- ImprovedOn mobile, detailed sections (amortization, projection, refinance) now open as slide-up panels instead of long inline sections
- ImprovedFAQ section is more compact — shows 4 questions with a "Show more" option
- ImprovedHome loan guide condensed into a quick-reference card with key facts
- FixedDark mode colours are now consistent across all calculator sections
- FixedFixed a crash that could happen when clearing the house price field
v1.6.0
4 April 2026- NewNative mobile home screen redesign — calculator grid, quick estimate widget, and cleaner navigation
- NewImproved dark mode — cards and surfaces now blend naturally with the page theme
- ImprovedCalculator buttons are now larger and easier to tap on all pages
- ImprovedBack button no longer shows a distracting hover box
v1.5.0
3 April 2026- ImprovedMaintenance release with behind-the-scenes platform improvements.
- ImprovedNo major user-facing feature changes in this version.
v1.4.0
3 April 2026- ImprovedMaintenance release with behind-the-scenes improvements.
- ImprovedNo major user-facing feature changes in this version.
v1.3.0
3 April 2026- NewNew Blog section with practical money guides for Malaysians.
- NewNew articles to help with home buying planning, stamp duty basics, and EPF downpayment topics.
- ImprovedEasier access to blog content from the main navigation and footer.
v1.2.0
3 April 2026- NewBetter page information for sharing links on social apps.
- NewImproved language and regional support for Malaysian users.
- ImprovedWebsite links are now fully aligned to celikfinance.com.
- ImprovedContent wording and year labels refreshed for 2026.
- FixedCleaned up outdated page details to improve overall quality and consistency.
v1.1.0
18 March 2026- NewQuick home loan estimate widget on the homepage.
- NewFeatured calculator cards with examples so it is easier to pick the right tool.
- NewImproved mobile browsing with a cleaner and simpler layout.
- ImprovedHomepage redesigned to make calculators easier to discover.
- ImprovedLight theme set as default for clearer reading.
v1.0.3
23 February 2026- ImprovedUpdated app icon for a fresher and more consistent look.
v1.0.2
22 February 2026- NewNew Watch and Learn video hub with curated Malaysian finance videos.
- NewDedicated video pages with a cleaner viewing experience.
- ImprovedVideo sections inside calculators are now easier to browse.
v1.0.1
13 February 2026- NewWedding Budget Calculator to plan event costs with more confidence.
- NewStudent Loan Calculator to estimate common repayment options.
- ImprovedCalculator directory refreshed for easier browsing.
v1.0.0
9 January 2026- NewIncome Tax Calculator for quick Malaysia tax estimates.
- NewOption to install Celik Finance on phone or desktop for faster access.
- ImprovedNavigation improved for faster access to calculators and settings.
- FixedFixed issues where some action buttons did not respond as expected.
- FixedImproved app install button behavior.