diff --git a/README.md b/README.md
index 696e180..0d6f4e2 100644
--- a/README.md
+++ b/README.md
@@ -37,6 +37,12 @@ This is the offical android version of the visor app - the low vision magnifier.
 
 ## Changelog
 
+Version 1.7.1 (2022-07-23)
+
+- close button added - makes it easier to close the app with gestures only navigation and rotated display
+- updated libraries
+- tested up to API 33
+
 Version 1.6.0 (2020-01-15)
 - big slider for adjusting the zoom level
 - added settings for preview resolution, notification sounds, camera selection, max brightness, flashlight on startup
diff --git a/app/build.gradle b/app/build.gradle
index 250d3aa..07a7d32 100644
--- a/app/build.gradle
+++ b/app/build.gradle
@@ -26,8 +26,8 @@ android {
         applicationId "de.visorapp.visoropensource"
         minSdkVersion 14
         targetSdkVersion 32
-        versionCode 4
-        versionName "1.7"
+        versionCode 5
+        versionName "1.7.1"
     }
     compileOptions {
         sourceCompatibility JavaVersion.VERSION_1_8