Talkie 1.1 is now available on the iPhone App Store, and it’s better than ever.

The new version connects to other Talkies via Bluetooth completely automatically — start Talkie on your iPhone and within seconds you’ll be connected to anyone nearby using Talkie on the same channel.

Also new are WiFi and Bluetooth connection indicators, and an audio meter for when you’re transmitting or receiving.

For a limited time only, Talkie is available for $1.99. Grab it on the app store.

— And don’t forget, Talkie for Mac is absolutely, 100% free for use with Talkie for iPhone.