signalapp / signalapp/Signal-Android

UI freezes when call is minimized

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  • I am submitting a bug report for existing functionality that does not work as intended
  • This isn't a feature request or a discussion topic
Bug description

At times, when the call is minimized in picture-in-picture mode, clicking the messages freeze. The UI does not respond.

When the minimized call is dismissed, the UI works fine.

Debug log: signal-log.zip

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Device

Samsung Galaxy A56

Android version

16, One UI 8.0

Signal version

7.62.3

Link to debug log

Debug log

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Research direction

Start by reproducing the freeze with a call minimized in picture-in-picture on the reported Android setup, then inspect the attached signal-log.zip. The issue is resolved when tapping Messages remains responsive while the minimized call is present, without requiring the call to be dismissed.

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Assessment

Tech stack
android, kotlin
Domain
mobile
Issue type
Bug
Difficulty
4/5
Estimated time
3-5 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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