Version History
Here you can find the changelog of Simrad: Companion for Boaters since it was posted on our website on 2020-07-29.
The latest version is 2.2.5 and it was updated on soft112.com on 27 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 2.2.5
posted on 2024-04-22
We've focused on fixing bugs to make sure you're having the smoothest experience! Enjoy the app!
version 2.2.4
posted on 2024-03-29
This release we improved a couple of elements on our cartography and fixed the weather forecast issue. Enjoy!
version 2.2.2
posted on 2024-03-22
This release we fixed a few critical bugs and introduced a lot of improvements to the user experience. Enjoy!
version 2.1.10
posted on 2023-11-24
We are pleased to release this new app version which will fix a few critical bugs and introduce a lot of improvements to the user experience. Enjoy!
version 2.1.4
posted on 2023-07-17
This release we’ve worked hard on fixing bugs and improving key features such as our GPX export, weather overlay, anchoring, tracks and more. We’ve also improved the connectivity experience to your hardware.
version 2.0.24
posted on 2022-04-14
Bug fixes and improvements
version 2.0.21
posted on 2022-02-15
With this update, we're adding tide stations directly on the chart, so you can select them and check out tides directly from the charts.
version 2.0.20
posted on 2022-02-07
This release brings new chart styles and data (including much more clear naming of geographical areas, especially islands). As well as improvements to the time taken for offline downloads.
Also fixing bugs and other issues.
version 2.0.19
posted on 2022-01-24
This update brings an updated privacy policy, which provides some more information on how we process your personal data when you use our apps.
As well as some other bug fixes and improvements.
version 2.0.14
posted on 2021-11-02
New and improved way to share your tracks with friends and family. You can now add your photos and also points of interest from your past trips. Also some small bugfixes:
- Fixed an app crash when entering plan mode from some views.
- Fixed an issue where the name of the app wouldn’t be translated correctly on certain devices.
- Fixed an issue where back buttons wouldn’t be displayed correctly on devices with a notch.
version 2.0.13
posted on 2021-10-13
- Improved the calculation for bearing and distance
- Other bug fixes and stability improvements
version 2.0.12
posted on 2021-09-16
- Fixed a very troublesome issue that would cause the app to stop loading new charts in some cases after being in the background for a number of hours. This would cause the basemap to appear (lots of jagged lines instead of proper cartography). Thanks to those who reported the issue and helped us troubleshoot.
- A number of small improvements to the bottom sheet behaviours.
- Fixed an issue where hidden routes/places/tracks would reappear on the chart.
- A number of other small bug fixes.
version 2.0.11
posted on 2021-09-02
Introducing offline synchronization:
Users can now synchronize their waypoints and routes seamlessly between their onboard display and the app by connecting their mobile to the MFD’s Wi-Fi. Available with NOS 20.2 for devices with a Wi-Fi hotspot enabled.
Introducing software updates:
Download NOS software updates from the comfort and convenience of your home wifi, and bring them to the boat to install through your mobile device.
Also:
Further chart stability improvements.
version 2.0.9
posted on 2021-08-18
- Charts in Denmark, Faroe Islands and Greenland can now be unlocked by subscribers, for free.
- Fixed an issue with the chart settings warning while in dark mode.
- Improved display of location for free users, making it more clear that precise GPS position is not available.
- Returned the navigation line estimate semi circle - distance can be configured from the settings.
- Removed the ‘wind’ section from the weather forecast screen, it wasn’t working as expected.
version 2.0.8
posted on 2021-07-26
Introducing - Shaded Relief! Accessible via the map layers panel for premium users, Shaded Relief will let you see the river, lakebed, or seabed beneath you like never before. We’ve also added a few extra elements to our wind overlay including gust, precipitation, air temperature, press, and water temperature (US only).
version 2.0.6
posted on 2021-07-12
- Fixed an issue with land point objects not being visible on the charts, thanks to those who raised it with us
- Height limit removed from route settings
- Reintroduced the ability to get weather for a location from inspection
- Fixed a bug where users who started a trial would not get access to offline download functionality
- Fixed an issue where charts would not be available after opening the app following a period of inactivity
version 2.0.5
posted on 2021-06-24
- Improvement to offline charts downloads
- Slow app start time fixes - we’ve removed some unnecessary processes that would cause a few seconds delay with a fresh application open
- Blank chart screen issues - we’ve fixed a few issues where the initial chart setup would fail or take a long time
- Fixed an issue with chart details - because of missing arrows it wasn’t clear these were categories you could enter into and get more granular controls, we’ve restored the arrows to make this more clear
version 2.0.4
posted on 2021-06-10
- Restored route and track content to the bottom sheet when selected
- Fixed an issue that made inspection unavailable during offline usage
- Performance improvements for the wind overlay
- Inspection will return more information under the cursor from far-away zooms
- Cruising guide items and categories will now appear on the chart correctly
- Restored the depth setting to the settings for calculating autoroutes
version 2.0.3
posted on 2021-05-27
Introducing our biggest cartography update ever, featuring the latest charts, new styling, custom depth shading, and more exciting functionality to come. We’re adding a bunch of updates to our premium offering too - which our existing subscribers will get at no extra cost. Also a bug fix release...
version 1.0.31
posted on 2021-05-14
We've fixed some bugs and made some performance improvements. We are also working on great new features coming up soon. Stay tuned!
version 1.0.29
posted on 2021-03-05
We've made a number of small enhancements and bug fixes to give you a better experience. Stay tuned for further updates!
version 1.0.27
posted on 2021-02-15
Introduced a big update to our place creation process: edit places by co-ordinate, choose from a greater variety of categories and colors, and apply changes to your categories and colors in bulk!
version 1.0.26
posted on 2021-02-02
We are making the app better for you by fixing some bugs and improving performance.
version 1.0.25
posted on 2021-01-15
Bug fixes and performance improvements.
version 1.0.22
posted on 2020-12-08
This release contains Mirroring: For NOS software versions running 20.0 and above, you’ll be able to connect to your device and display what’s on the screen
version 1.0.21
posted on 2020-11-20
Added some additional functionality to the places, routes and tracks screens. Now you can restore data that’s been deleted, create a route out of waypoints and export all or a subset of your places routes and tracks direct to your device
version 1.0.20
posted on 2020-11-04
This week we're introducing more powerful tools to manage your waypoints, routes and tracks, including filtering, selection and bulk editing.
version 1.0.19
posted on 2020-08-20
This release we have improved places of interest by adding Anchorages and increased the number of marinas courtesy of Navily.
version 1.0.18
posted on 2020-07-29
This release we are introducing a new language option to the app: Italian. We've also improved a few elements such as the home habor experience.
version 1.0.17
posted on 2020-07-16
Fixed an issue where rocks with known depths were not being displayed correctly on the charts. This week we're adding the moon phase to our weather forecast, this new data will help you plan your fishing trips. We’re also squashing bugs and making fixes around the app - lastly, we’ve added fuel as a category in search.
