Obsidian 1.15.1 Mobile Adds an In-App Web Viewer and Vault Changes

Obsidian has released version 1.15.1 for mobile, published November 12, 2026. The update includes all new features and bug fixes up to Obsidian Desktop v1.15.1. The headline addition is the Web viewer core plugin. When Open external links is turned on in its settings, links to web pages open in an in-app browser that slides up over the current note, so readers can stay in the app.

The release also changes how vaults are managed. Each vault now shows where it is stored, its file count, Sync vault, and community plugins before you open it. Renaming, moving, and deleting a vault now sit in the menu at the top of the vault’s screen. If a vault did not finish opening last time, Obsidian shows the vault screen instead of reopening it. If community plugins loaded slowly, the app suggests opening in restricted mode. Swiping from the edge of the screen now goes back.

Widgets also get attention. On Android, a new View note widget shows the contents of a note and replaces the Open note widget, and home screen widgets have a new design. iOS adds an Obsidian tile to the Quick Capture widgets. Voice capture now starts a new line after you pause for 2 seconds, and Save Audio File is off by default.

Why it matters

Mobile users who rely on Obsidian for capture and quick reference can reach web content and notes without switching apps. The vault management changes make it easier to tell vaults apart and to recover from a slow or failed launch. Together, these updates narrow the gap between the mobile and desktop experiences.

What to do

Update the Obsidian mobile app, then turn on Open external links in the Web viewer settings if you want in-app browsing. If you record voice notes and want to keep the audio files, enable Save Audio File in voice capture settings, since it is now off by default. Confirm any pricing or plan details on the vendor’s site, because the release notes do not cover them.