Hi everyone,
Just touched base with Mathias from dev. Indeed, the problem was caused because of new permissions required in the latest android versions (12 & 13).
Basically, for all Android users with plant pods connected when the app updated, it tried to scan for a bluetooth device without permission to do so, which in Android with these versions it caused the app to crash.
We have since released a code push in order to fix this problem and so user permission may be required for nearby devices.
To grant the app permission to use your Bluetooth and connect to your plants, head to: General settings > Apps > Sofi > Permissions > Nearby devices
iPhone users may have been affected also, but they should have automatically returned to normal by now. Please let me know if anyone is still experiencing any issues. Thank you for you patience, never a dull moment! 
