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ExplorOz Traveller

The Traveller app (made by ExplorOz) provides maps, tracking and navigation for use anywhere in Australia. Find out more by expanding the headings below.

Where to Buy ExplorOz Traveller

ExplorOz Traveller is only available to purchase and download via app stores. Please read the FAQ section below for pricing and further information.

Costs & Options

The Traveller app cost is a one time payment of $59.99. Online maps are included but the offline mapset is sold separately (purchase in-app).

$59.99 App Purchase

ExplorOz Traveller is available for use on the 3 major operating systems - iOS, Android and Windows 10/11. Purchase is platform specific so you need to buy and download the app for each platform via the app stores. Your purchase from an app store is a licence to download the app multiple times and to multiple devices supported by that store, however cross-platform licensing is not available.

TIP: If you intend to use a Windows PC or have a MAC desktop or MacBook laptop, then consider the following option. We offer an online planning version of Traveller directly to "Members" as a web-app that requires no purchase and no download. You simply need an ExplorOz Member account and must have a purchased store licence for the Traveller app from either Apple or Android. The web-app operates online via the Chrome, Edge, or Opera web-browsers.

$49.99 Offline Map Purchase

Before offline use, you will need to download EOTopo map packs to your device. Purchase of an EOTopo licence is required. EOTopo mapsets cover the whole of Australia. Map licences are linked to your User Account allowing you flexibility with device usage. This means you only need to purchase 1 map licence and your login will work across all platforms to download the maps to all your devices.

We have just released our latest mapset containing all new data. The EOTopo 2023 licence is now available for sale at $49.99. Due to technical improvements in our map production process, we can now announce that this year will be a trial of our plan to re-release updates to the mapset throughout the year. This ensures that you have access to the very latest map data anytime you travel. To do this, we will be offering buyers of the 2023 mapset access to free downloads of the revised 2023 mapsets that we release during the year. We also plan to release a new edition mapset in January 2024, which will be a new product for sale with updates planned in May & September.

Optional Membership Purchase

In addition to purchasing the app & maps, you can upgrade your free ExplorOz account to a Member account. Please check the full list of Member Benefits as this is an optional feature. See pricing below. For app users, the key benefits of Membership are:-

Access to Traveller Web-Version – enables online use of the Traveller app on a PC, iMac or MacBook for planning purposes. Access to the Web-app is via a button in your Account screen on the ExplorOz website. Any data you create or edit is saved to your online account and your other devices will detect and sync
the changes when you next open the Traveller app on them.
Activation of Tracker – enables data logging to auto sync from your device to your online account as you travel – no need to export. Creates a real-time progress map and creates tracking backup storage.
Increased storage limit of Personal Places to a total of 2500 (non-member limit is 1000).
Many other benefits external to the app (provided online via the ExplorOz website and server) as listed on the Membership webpage.

Why Choose Traveller?

Whether you're a spontaneous adventurer, or an avid planner, you'll love the ease with which Traveller helps you get going faster. Traveller is the only offline mapping and navigation app that features the popular EOTopo mapset which is known for its exceptional detail so you can confidently find your way in any situation.

Is Traveller Suitable for Me?

Traveller is ideal for serious 4WD expeditions or simple family road trips, caravanning, motorbike touring or even just your daily computes. But it's not just for vehicle-based travellers. Traveller is ideal to have on your phone in your pocket when you're hiking, trail running, or MTB cycling as you can stop and check your location and easily find your way if you get off course.

Why is Traveller Better?

ExplorOz Traveller is a fully Australian owned and developed product and best of all, it offers the best maps for Australia that are highly regarded for easy readability, clarity and high accuracy. No matter where you go, you'll have detailed maps with everything you need. Unlike other vector maps you can see minor roads before zooming in to higher levels so its ideal for displaying on Android headunits and is equally as good on a small screen such as a phone.

Other Unique Features

No need to activate tracking - any time the app is running, it will collect and save position data as you move. Simply export to build a map showing your trip.
Also displays your most recent path of travel on the path (Snail Trail) to help you backtrack when you get lost.
One-time payment for app licence - no subscription, includes regular updates (free).
Includes Australia's largest downloadable offline campsite and point of interest data set that will refresh/auto update in the app complete with photos, traveller comments, and extensive trip planning facts/interesting information to enrich your understanding of an area.
Map shows icons for each location/place (use filters to show less) and tap to get full info or route to the location.
Includes Australia's only downloadable Trek Notes - nearly 200 ready to use navigation plans with filters for 4WD only, 2WD, Vans, etc.
Create your own markers on the map to save/use, you can also create your own Folders to keep a track of locations you might wish to visit in the future.
Create your own Treks and save the turn-by-turn calculations for use offline.
Create routes in any mode - Driving, Cycling, Walking, or Straight Line.
Quickly measure the distance from any point to point on the map
Browse other people's Track Logs on the ExplorOz website and click "Add to Shared" to add their file to your data and use in the app for trip planning on the map.
All your data is safely stored online in your ExplorOz account so you can sync the same data across multiple devices.
Option to upgrade your free user account to a Member account (from just $39.95) to access additional features and services.

Membership includes access to an online version of Traveller so you can use a desktop PC or Mac computer for planning purposes and then sync your plans to your other devices.
Membership also provides access to the Tracker service - this auto syncs position data from your device to your online account stored on our server where an online map is built showing your current position and tracking in Real Time.
Membership also includes option to create/publish Blogs on the ExplorOz website - write your trip diary, add your Tracking Map, photos, and even insert YouTube clips. Instant audience on ExplorOz website without social media. Or, share the link to your Blog on social media, email to family etc. Blogs are a valuable keep-sake of your trip memories.

To find out more, please click on the headings below - FAQs, System Requirements, Video Tutorials, and more.

FAQ

WHAT HEADUNITS ARE COMPATIBLE?

There are many users of our app using Android headunits - such as VHEIDA, T'eyes CC3, ECOffroad, Polaris Universal MAAX, Polaris Universal LUXX, Kenwood DDX920WDABS, DigOptions, and a growing list of many more brands. Because these are all just standard Android tablets built into a dash kit to suit different vehicle makes/models you just need to find a unit that fits your vehicle and has the 2 key criteria: built in GPS receiver, & access to the Google Playstore to download any app directly. The headunit does not need a SIM to operate the Traveller app but for initial connection to the Playstore to install the app and login to your ExplorOz account to download the offline maps and content you can simply use your home Wifi or hotspot from your phone. Apple CarPlay or Android Auto is not compatible unless you use a CarPlay AI box adapter.

WHAT IS THE BEST DEVICE TO BUY FOR USING THIS APP?

Traveller is not a “light app” so you should avoid using budget or older devices that are only designed for general everyday use for calling, browsing, or light apps. The quality of the hardware inside your device will have a very big effect on your satisfaction with the user experience. The difference between a cheap device and more expensive device is often the speed of the CPU and the type of System on Chip (SoC). Low RAM can result in freezing and even app crashing and slow CPU can result in lagging and poor response. Whilst the app store will permit low-spec devices to install the app, the performance is not guaranteed as each device has these hardware differences. It is up to you to determine what device you wish to use. Minimum Android OS is Android 7. Minimum for Apple devices is iOS 12. Use of a SIM is optional as the app fully supports offline use of mapping, tracking, and navigation and you can use Wifi or Hotspot for data updates/syncing as desired. However your device MUST have true GPS to gain location when offline.

I HAVE MEMBERSHIP BUT WHERE DO I GET THE WEB-APP?

At the top of the website you should see the ACCOUNT button - click this to open your Account screen - then you'll see Traveller Control Panel - click this. NOTE: You must use a compatible web-browser: either Chrome, Edge, or Opera. You must also be logged in (on the website) for activation. You will also need to have opened the store downloaded version of the Traveller app within the past 30 days.

DO YOU HAVE TUTORIALS OR A MANUAL?

Yes. The best place to start is open the tab above to view the User Manual in PDF from this page. It will quickly help you get going with tons of step by step and visual instructions. This is the most up to date reference we offer. We also have video tutorials on our YouTube Channel but currently none of them show the latest version of the Traveller app as we've just released it this week but it does cover a large majority of the more technical and complex things that people have asked us to explain and you can see working examples of the EOTopo 2021 mapset. Over the next few weeks, we begin the cycle of making new videos to show the new 2023 maps and make some more simple tutorials for new users. In the meantime, please refer to the User Manual. This is also onboard in the app so is available when offline.

System Requirements

STORAGE

The app itself is less than 15MB.

Offline Map Requirements

The EOTopo 2023 map set consists of 4 map packs. When all of these are downloaded, the offline map will be identical to the online EOTopo map. However, if you wish to conserve storage you only need to install the LoRes & HiRes packs and you'll still have the maximum zoom and scale. The optional packs provide additional shading detail for enhanced representation of land features. Map Pack storage sizes are:-

LoRes Pack 85 MB
HiRes Pack 2.9 GB
Contour Pack (Optional) 3.3 GB
Terrain & Hillshade Pack (Optional) 1.8 GB

GPS REQUIREMENTS

Whilst you can use online location services via Wifi and mobile data you will also need to ensure your device has a GPS chip built in or an external GPS otherwise the app will not be able to show where you are when you are offline. NOTE:-

All phones have built in GPS and are a good choice of device.
Most Android tablets will also have a built in GPS.
Some iPads will require an external GPS as the Wifi only models do not have a built in GPS chip.
Windows laptops used for offline navigation will require an external GPS plus installation of GPS Complete software. If you are only using the device for trip planning you don't need a GPS provided you are online.
Using your phone as a Hotspot will not provide GPS when the phone is offline so this method is not a solution for offline tracking.
By default, when the app cannot detect a GPS, it will assign Alice Springs as your location.

Options for Devices without built in GPS

You can still use a device without a built in GPS, you simply need to purchase an external GPS receiver. These are very simple to use with Apple and Android devices but a little more complex to setup with Windows devices. If you need to purchase an external GPS receiver, the following are popular options – Garmin Glo 2, BadElf, Dual XGPS, Globalstat BU-353, but there are also many others that you can use. Please do your own research.

Special Requirements for Windows Devices

Windows "Apps" do not automatically detect external GPS receivers. To setup a GPS for use with ExplorOz Traveller you will need to install an additional software program to configure the GPS sensor as a Windows sensor. The recommended software is GPS Complete (this is free). Go to https://www.gpssensordrivers.com/ to download this program. Follow the specific instructions provided on their website.

MINIMUM PLATFORM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Apple

Compatible Apple devices are iPad and iPhone only (not iMac or MacBook). Must have iOS12 or above. See Web-App for MacBook or iMAC.

Android

There is a wide range of suitable brands of Android devices to choose from. Must have Android 7 or above. See the FAQ for tips on device selection.

InDash Head Units

Android operating system only with Google Playstore. Android Auto/CarPlay is only supported if you use a CarPlay AI box adapter. See the FAQ for tips on device selection.

Windows

For navigation, tracking and offline use, you must download the app PLUS use an external GPS PLUS configure the GPS using the additional software as explained in the notes about the specific GPS requirements for windows. We also recommend that you check/adjust your System Display Graphics settings to ensure that you configure Windows to use the "High Performance" graphics option when running ExplorOz Traveller. Some Windows devices that don't have large GPU may not need this but if you experience slow map tile rendering then you may find your Graphics setting is configured by default to use "Let Windows Decide", or "Power Saving". This setting affects the speed with which the Windows operating system loads the map tiles.

If you don't intend to use the Windows device for active mapping and tracking on your trip but are just looking to use it for planning, then instead of purchasing the Windows version from the store, refer to the next section about the Web-App option.

Web-App for PC or MAC

If you want to use the Traveller app on a second device for planning trips (but not moving), such as a home/work desktop or laptop computer (either PC or MAC) then the best solution is to upgrade your free user account to a Member account which provides access to our Web-App version of Traveller. This app does not require downloading and is not found in the app stores. Simply log into the Traveller webpage with your Member account and go to your Account to launch the Traveller App (Web-Version). NOTE: this web-app is only compatible with the following web browsers - Chrome, Edge, & Opera. See FAQ for tips for how to find/use the web-app.

Getting Started: Video Tutorials

We have an extensive number of video tutorials for using specific sections of Traveller. Please go direct to our ExplorOz YouTube Channel to subscribe for more tutorials.

My App Control Panel

You are not registered as an ExplorOz Traveller user.

User Manual

Below, you'll find the latest User Manual in PDF format. This same document is downloaded into the app and is available when offline.

The manual is designed for electronic use with hyperlinks in the index page to quickly jump to any section. In your PDF reader, you can also use the Search option to look for any specific word.

File Date: 19th March 2023

Version & Update History

20 Mar 2023 - 8.0.X

Major Update

EOTopo 2023 Support

Added and Updated

Navigation routing parameters (width, height & weight) and exclusions
Dark mode now applied to whole app (setting moved to General section)
Places, treks & tracklogs list filters persist for session
Photo swiper replaced with grid output
Treks list added Sort by Updated (new-old)
FIXED: White screen at boot using hotspot with no service
FIXED: Download button not working from non AU timezones
FIXED: ExplorOz treks not offering reverse direction
FIXED: iPhone SE portrait mode filter display issue
UPDATE: Auto sync failure detection

6 Jan 2023 - 7.6.X

Features Added

Data Manager Sync updates & Auto Sync setting
Distance Measure tool with create Track Log & setting
Navigation Calculation colours now in Settings
Mini maps now support full screen
Nearby places range added 1, 2.5 & 5km
Settings page now open/close panels

Updates Applied

Map screen crashes auto detected and corrected
Photo sync duplicates corrected

10 Dec 2022 - 7.5.X

Features Added

Data Manager consolidated download and auto syncing
Offline Thumbnails/Photos for all places, treks & tracklogs
Reviews & Updates consolidated with full offline support
Revised routing algorithm, improves driving plan calculations
Default Zoom Level setting - action by tapping zoom level number on map

Breaking Change

New data manager syncing system requires all content to be downloaded again

Updates Applied

Save button duplicated at top on place, trek & track log edit
Directions Avg Speed disappeared when changing
Delete all folders recovered last saved folders
Share option crashing on newer Android releases
Plugin and driver updates

23 Sep 2022 - 7.4.X

Features Added

Places Comments includes Update History
Places synced when open online
GPS Lock new setting - Full Screen Mode
Map engine restart option in Settings

Updates Applied

App reviews changed to use inapp experience
Datamanager Offline photo stats updates correctly
Photo syncing timing adjustment
Removed memory leak in folders
iOS style and layout better cut out support

14 Jun 2022 - 7.3.X

Features Added

Online/Offline status icon on map screen
Menu theme colour support in Settings (Default: Dark)

Updates Applied

Adding Trek to Nav Plan issues
Permissions screen updates
Tracklog updates from async to sync
Route after a discard fails
App crash with 5+ offline unsynced photos when online
Increase zero speed detection threshold
Datamanager error messages update

26 Apr 2022 - 7.2.X

Features Added

Dynamic Legend option in Map Layers (enable then tap map for detail)
Track Logs - Segment Totals on Information panel for multi segment logs

Updates Applied

Upload File - back to map message updated
App review prompt resets after version update

14 Apr 2022 - 7.1.X

Features Added

Members Personal Personal Place limit increased to 2500

Updates Applied

what3words position requests throttled to 2secs/request

16 Feb 2022 - 7.0.X

Major Update

Ability to tag any data item (Place, Trek, Track Log) to Folders
Ability to add notes to any data item (Folder, Place, Trek, Track Log)
Removal of Place Groups - replaced with Folders
New split-screen layouts for Place/Trek/Track Log info pages with a mini-map
New side panel menus
Powerful new filters in lists
New Map Layers options
New styling on map pop-ups (Places, Treks, Track Logs)
Expanded range of POIs
New method of selecting POI types when creating a Place
Public editting of ExplorOz Places - includes moving place location by drag/drop
New Place History checker - all changes are tracked and visible
New Show on Map option instead of just Create new Place (after an Address Search)
New Drop Pin check for existing Places to avoid duplicates being created
Offline photos now supported
GPX waypoint import simplified
Improved Nav Planning - new algorithm in turn by turn means less rejected segments
Improved Nav Planning - can now insert a Place anywhere in middle
Improved Nav Planning - new drag/drop tool for better reordering
Improved Nav Planning - inline recalculation to change mode
Improved Nav Planning - option to create a Trek from Folder

5 Oct 2021 - 6.6.X

Features Added

EOTopo 2021 Dark mode support - settings: Auto, On, Off (Default: Auto = sunset/rise)
what3words, Your Position & Search - Address Lookup - settings: On, Off (Default: Off)

Updates Applied

Odometers swipe left for clear button
Navigation auto recalculation caused GPS Lock to turn off
Places default to selected during file import (GPX, KML & TCX)
inApp purchase triggers even with 2021 purchased
Map screen quicker exit if not moving on position updates
Map first load caused style to load twice
EOTopo 2021 seperate section in settings

16 Sep 2021 - 6.5.X

Features Added

Ability to rename & delete Personal Place Groups
Setting added for Map Screen - Cross hairs position display (Default: Top)

Updates Applied

Increased Place, Trek & Track Log lists paging from 50 to 100
Corrected DM & DMS position output on User Account Geofences and Map Screen
Fixed with of Personal Place Groups display in Map Layer control
Fixed map pixel shake due to easeTo call on same position
Track Log description field opens to text length
Adjust keyboard management to resize webview on open/close
Updated version check formula

30 Aug 2021 - 6.4.X

Features Added

New Track Logs Online/Offline management system installed
Direct import GPX, KML & TCX via device share/open
Create Track Log trim and crop tool
Track Log Recently Viewed added
Place & Track Log photos Online/Offline management
Setting added to adjust +/- zoom size per tap (Default: 1)
Support for Apple Pencil

Updates Applied

Personal Places List - Groups shown first
Track Log list pages click action Show vs Map
Treks filters not working correctly
Speed panel lost press & hold after begin navigation
Corrected map auto zoom during directions calculations
Personal Place limit checks installed
Removed duplicate colours from colour picker

20 May 2021 - 6.3.0

Features Added

Turn by Turn allows entry of adjusted Avg Speed with full recalc
Version Update information shown after app update
Latest version check system installed
Track Logs auto update (app start & bring foreground)
Online Web App version created

Updates Applied

Allow zoom and pan during Turn By Turn calculation
Click on destinations in Navigation panel not panning to correct position
Added link to Data Manager in Places & Treks update alert
Adjusted driving mode turn by turn calculation min<7m/s to 14m/s
Adjustment to clear settings to refresh settings table in DB
Disable text select on position due to rendering issue
EOTopo 2018/19 in download manager hide/visible on tap/click
Corrected iPad Air performance issues related to EOTopo 2021 low zoom road labels

12 Apr 2021 - 6.2.0

Features Added

Ability to reduce map button sizes - in settings
Basic GPS driver mode support for in vehicle head units

Updates Applied

Map North Up/Track Up now in settings (Default: Track Up)
Map GPS Lock & 3D buttons moved closer to zoom buttons
Ability to hide - 'More Offline Maps Available' msg on map screen

7 Apr 2021 - 6.1.0

Updates Applied

Adjusted tile cache to improve online performance
Push notification driver update
Map adjustments to offline/online switching
DataManager moved EOTopo2021 above 2018/2019

26 Mar 2021 - 6.0.0

Features Added

EOTopo 2021 compatibility
EOTopo 2021 font size scaling in setting (70-150%)

Updates Applied

Fixed TrackLog share url 'undefined' problem
Geofence management supports all position formats
Adjusted style of cluster markers to improve visibility
Fixed duration outputs > 1 day to add to hours
Corrected problem with showing available space in Data Manager
Photo's held in app documents folder to ensure availability after app restart
Map - Added saveState after any moveend to ensure restart at correct/current position
Updated all plugin apis to latest

22 Feb 2021 - 5.1.1

Updates Applied

Private Place Group filter on Map Layers control missing

18 Feb 2021 - 5.1.0

Updates Applied

Speed Panel - removed minus button now minimise via double click/tap
Position Formats added UTM & MGRS

12 Feb 2021 - 5.0.10

Updates Applied

Removed spinning logo screen lock - implemented GPS startup watchdog
Disabled Tracker if location permissions are not 'Always'
Added Map Screen setting 'Disable GPS Lock' - Manual or Automatic (default: Manual)
Privacy Policy link added to LHS menu and About page

21 Jan 2021 - 5.0.9 (iOS & Android)

Updates Applied

5.0.8 had unrelease Vector options - removed
Added Branch SDK for analytics

18 Jan 2021 - 5.0.8 (iOS)

Updates Applied

Corrected Locations permissions messages
Adjusted to allow "In Use" Locations permission (Snailtrail, Turn By Turn and Tracking may not operate correctly)

12 Jan 2021 - 5.0.7

Updates Applies

Beta Releases - 5.0.4, 5.0.5 & 5.0.6
GPS Lock not disabled during map zoom & pan operations
GPS Driver update 3.9.4 plus settings update
Map zoom level display synced during zoom action
Fixed ExplorOz Place - Add Description link
Back option on Place, Trek & Tracklog when not from map
Installed Tracking option for Save Track Log on GeoFence Exit
Map layer menu update for filter and group when data not loaded
Changing Crosshairs correctly reloads map after settings change

25 Nov 2020 - 5.0.3

V5 Major Update

Beta Releases - 5.0.0, 5.0.1 & 5.0.2
Complete revamp of the User Interface
Home screen concept has been removed
Introduction of side panels (both left and right) to access menu items whilst still staying on the map screen
Improved on-screen messaging to indicate status of data downloads and features that are not accessible due to account status etc
Menu - tap icon to open a panel that appears in the left side of the map screen
Search - tap icon to open a panel that appears in the right side of the map screen with headings Places, Address Search, Treks, and Track Logs. Provides access to text list and search within each section
Added Current Time, and Sun & Moon Times at your location
Added Current Time, and Sun & Moon Times at each Place
Added Setting to choose preferred time format (12 or 24 hr)
Added new app loading screen
Changed terminology - "Private" now "Personal"
Changed terminology - "Public" now "ExplorOz"
Changed terminology - "Following" now "Shared"
Added ability to select/view ExplorOz and Personal Treks separately on the map
Added ability to select/view Personal and Shared Track Logs separately on the map
Added Share function to Track Logs - to send a link to a friend/post a link showing map in messages/social media
Track Logs can now be assigned 3 different status types - Locked, Shareable, Open
All clicks on names of Places, Treks, Track Logs from a LIST now opens the item directly on the map (previously Places & Treks went to Show Info screen and Track Logs went to webpage)
Multiple Track Logs can now be opened on the map - tick as many as you like from list to build a "selection". Turn on "My Selection" in map layers
Changed terminology - "Speed/Heading Box" now "Speed Panel"
Speed Panel can now be moved anywhere on the screen using hold/drag
Speed Panel can now be minimised and enlarged when needed using - & + icons
Speed Panel can now contain only speed, or up to 4 metrics (speed, heading, altitude, position)
Speed Panel layout can be adjusted in Settings - ie. vertical or horizontal
Speed Panel size can be adjusted in Settings
Photo upload tool (available in Places & Post Status) now permits selection of multiple images at once to upload (previously only 1 image per upload)

2 Sep 2020 - 4.1.0

Updates Applied

Treks display updates, What to See, Facilities & Information panel changes
Turn by Turn adjustments - replace destination with place name
Driving Directions uses Driving Traffic mode for current & recalc
Auto recalculation error on multi step treks
Corrected issue with Straight navigation mode no distance
Streets & Paths and Satellite maps updated to V8
Map image sprite updates Aug 2020
Changed download caching block size to fix crash on download

Aug 2020 - 4.0.0 - 4.0.3

Major Update

Entirely new map engine, supports vector tiles, tilt and a whole new API
Rewrite of driving directions to provide multi choices and a new re-route tool
Auto directions recalculation during travel when off course (provided you are online)
Nav plan will remember Mode setting (only changes when updated)
Treks now support filtering using Suitability values (4WD, Bike, Walk etc.)
Rewrite/update of download code to later spec API
Full API plugin updates to latest
Android min version now API 22+ (supports Android 5.1+)

13 July 2020 - 3.12.2

Updates Applied

Corrected timing issue causing Place at Crosshairs to not be in correct position
iOS link to Purchase/View membership

15 June 2020 - 3.12.1 (Android)

Updates Applied

Corrected In App Purchase problem on User Account screen

18 May 2020 - 3.12.0

Features Added

Server auto updating Reference Manuals (User Manual)
Tracker Geofence icon shown on Home Screen when within
Tracker Post Status (Home & Map) - submit msg and images to server tracking (triggers new Post Status Notification)
Tracker notification subscription support

Updates Applied

Tracker Stop on Close, Start on Boot added to settings screen
Geofence manager moved to User Account page
Track Log creation now has Privacy settings (Public/Private)
Track Log editing via swipe left on Track Log (Name, Description & Privacy)

9 March 2020 - 3.11.4

Updates Applied

ios update to correct filepaths in download manager & photos.

6 March 2020 - 3.11.3

Features Added

Installed Push Notification service

Updates Applied

Changed Saved Track Logs thumbnails to EOTopo
Added accuracy filter to track log exports (Default: 50m)
Minor distance adjustment to Turn by Turn notification formula
Removed all persistance on Heartbeat positions
Login timing issue causing inability to run in-app purchase
Online/Offline update to cover off new webview methods
Updated GPS Background driver 3.5.1
Updated cordova platform to 9.0.0

iOS Support Update

This update supports iOS 11 and up only
Last supported version for iOS 9 & 10 is 3.11.1

14 February 2020 - 3.11.0

Features Added

Track Log Follow system added (Track Log Manager, Map, Data Manager)
Fully revised User Manual Feb 2020

Updates Applied

Fixed Map screen setting persistence if App closed from Map Screen
Fixed Map screen setting persistence if opened via place/trek
Moved Snail Trail Clear button on Map Layers Overlays (Map Screen)
Corrected Map Layers OverLays Treks On/Off issue on iOS
Updated icons to Font Awesome V5, some icons replaced
Removed integrated help in favor of PDF based User Manual
Adjusted home screen buttons merged Help & About to single button
Map screen back button displayed at wrong time (after place/trek)
Public Places add Description sometimes would not allow save

iOS Support Update

This update maintains support for iOS 9 & 10

6 January 2020 - 3.10.0

Updates Applied

iOS Only Reverted update 3.9.11 - Changed WebView to support new online mapping engine
Corrected minor offline places image display issue

iOS Support Update

Last supported version for iOS 9 & 10, future updates will include support for iOS 11 and above only. This version will be retained in the app store for older device support

21 December 2019 - 3.9.12

Features Added

Android Immersive Full Screen mode supported

Updates Applied

Changed Tracker URLs for server tracking (eotrackme -> tracker)

17 December 2019 - 3.9.11

Features Added

Geofence add/edit to Tracker on Home Screen
Added latest PDF User Manual in Help & Instructions

Updates Applied

Minor style/colour update on Tracker on Home Screen
Click on line not just eye icon for Tracker on Home Screen
Changed WebView to support new online mapping engine
Changed 'Track Log Manager' to 'Track Logs'

15 November 2019 - 3.9.10

Updates Applied

Undo Place and Trek popup clear from map screen as caused Goto problem
Adjustment to Private Places sort order setup

12 November 2019 - 3.9.9

Features Added

Map Screen set Zoom & GPS Lock left/right via settings (Default: Left)
Private places added sort order Distance/Sequence to support ordered GPX uploads

Updates Applied

Map Screen, Place & Trek popup cleared on close to ensure details not flashed up incorrectly on next open (slow devices)
Fixed Private Places issue where display stopped due to group count
Positions Manager changed to Track Log Manager (name change only)
Minor connectivity check url update
Device 'aid' added to sent Tracker positions

16 October 2019 - 3.9.8

Features Added

Tracker - Device Settings & Sharing added to home screen
New Social Sharing system installed in Places & Treks
Public places now allow edit of description and highlight to add photo
Direct access to Deeplink from standard WebLinks

Updates Applied

Fixed Place & Trek lists text width on small devices
Correction to selecting Treks on Map screen which fixes previous performance issues with trek layer enabled
Minor update to some icons
Increase size of close button on treks and places popup on map screen

7 October 2019 - 3.9.6

Features Added

Ability to select number of odometers 0-3 in settings (default: 1)
New option in Goto, "Replace" which will allow you to replace current plan during Goto

Updates Applied

Fix part mappack download data persistence
Minor update turn by turn timing
Map Nav menu change button Update Directions to Re-Calculate

4 October 2019 - 3.9.5

Updates Applied

Updated Icon and Splash screens
Updated GPS Background driver 3.2.3
Fixed failed login message
Corrected home screen link for login in track logging
New server login process

21 September 2019 - 3.9.4

Updates Applied

Updated GPS Background driver and refactor all GPS code
Refactor Track Logging Start/Stop
Adjusted re-clustering icons < zoom 11 on map screen

4 September 2019 - 3.9.1

Updates Applied

Fixed places list in Treks Directions & Things to Do
Adjust timing of reclustering icons on map screen

3 September 2019 - 3.9.0

Features Added

Live ETA based on VTC forumla shown in Navigation status line

Updates Applied

Corrected Turn by Turn close proximity waypoints skipping
Reset Walking mode polyline decoding precision

28 August 2019 - 3.8.6

Features Added

Odometers x3 now available on Map Screen - Enable/disable via settings (default: On)

Updates Applied

Fixed store review link
Refactored/Improved position recording for odometers & snailtrail

26 August 2019 - 3.8.5 iOS Only

Updates Applied

Removed the word BETA from settings screen items to pass Apple validation

24 August 2019 - 3.8.4

Updates Applied

Adjusted GPS failure/permissions routines
Corrected non default position format new place error
Corrected new place add duplicating description and poi
Fixed Advanced DB clear settings update problem
Corrected Base download when no offline license purchased
Fixed place not appearing on map after addition (recent bug)
Adjusted GPS Timestamp checking function to save positions

19 August 2019 - 3.8.3 Windows Only

Updates Applied

Corrected no GPS/no Connection system boot up crash
Implemented new online/offline detection system

25 July 2019 - 3.8.2

Updates Applied

Adjusted Place cluster sizes on zoom 13 and above
Corrected issue with Navigation (voice and step skipping)
Additional code refactor in Places services (overlays and photos)

11 July 2019 - 3.8.1

Updates Applied

Update for place add error in 3.8.0

10 July 2019 - 3.8.0

Updates Applied

Full code best practise refactor to support code upgrades
Adjustments to Data Manager to help in download issues
Corrected Walking mode polyline decoding precision

5 July 2019 - 3.7.4

Updates Applied

Corrected issue introduced in 3.7.3 for Private Trek syncing

24 June 2019 - 3.7.3

Updates Applied

Refactored download processing to use Native Unzip tool (faster and less memory utilisation)
Upgraded database library to 0.10.0

19 June 2019 - 3.7.1

Updates Applied

Corrected incorrect link to InApp purchase for EOTopo 2019 App Version
Positions Manager updated "User Treks" to Track Logs

18 June 2019 - 3.7.0

Features Added

Support for online & offline EOTopo 2019

Updates Applied

Adjustments to inapp products to support EOTopo 2019 App Version
Refactored Android Advanced Maps DB Clear function
Implemented timestamp check for position recording
Adjusted mobile service online/offline timing 10/30secs

8 May 2019 - 3.6.4

Features Added

Ability to open Server Tracking view even if Track Logging not running (must be a track logging user)

Updates Applied

Corrected issue with offline photo syncing that caused images to not upload
Corrected issue that caused private places to disappear from the map when app started in Map view mode
Updated SyncAll function to run regardless of app start page
Minor update in app store purchase checking process to correct requesting login

10 April 2019 - 3.6.3

Features Added

Added support for Places Youtube video content

Updates Applied

Fixed issue with some Place weblinks not referencing the correct URL

21 March 2019 - 3.6.2

Updates Applied

Bug fix introduced in 3.6.1 where Goto failed on Treks
Map Screen: Implemented marker drag as click trigger to help in popup open
Map Screen: Added close button in popup

19 March 2019 - 3.6.1

Updates Applied

IOS - Disabled shake gesture which caused Undo Typing dialog to appear
Refactored timing of online/offline events
Corrected failed login dialog appearing when marginal service restored
Map Screen stopped reload of base map when online/offline occurred if offline map was loaded
Map Screen disabled press and hold place creation option

31 Janurary 2019 - 3.6.0

Breaking Change

Due to Updates on Places and Treks the database MUST be Updated at first boot. A dialog alert has been installed in the app to advise when you first boot after update

Features Added

Added support for Private Place Groups including map display filtering, add & edit functions in place edit
Visual Prompts added for Navigation Turn by Turn, there is now a visual message put at the top of the screen which displays the turn by turn navigation step. Added new settings for enabled/disabled and display duration (Default Turn By Turn, 10 sec)
Added Offline map tiles over zoom to level 16
Added Turn By Turn display on the Trek Directions page
Added ability to Edit & Delete Places from the Map screen popups, Delete option has double tap confirmation
Map Screen, Navigation now has Map Opacity slider to set opacity of background map when in navigation mode
New setting Track Up Centre Offset will cause the map to move down when Track Up mode is selected - allows more visible map in the forward direction
Map Screen added zoom level to main screen between zoom +- buttons, Number changes to red on over zoom offline tiles

Updates Applied

Added support for bi directional Turn by Turn in ExplorOz Treks (currently fully supported on MundAl treks)
Modified onscreen messages for Turn by Turn directions calculations
Map Screen, Navigation adjusted Delete function to support single delete, with delete mode disabled after each deletion
Map Screen, Navigation during turn by turn calculation all other map displays hide to show full route
Map Screen, Navigation route line background colour adjust to make it more visible
Increased width of content panels in some screens
Adjusted the Turn by Turn proximity formula to announce/display prompts earlier at higher speed
Adjustment to the Altitude corrections system to only apply corrections when in data service
Fixed error on Windows Platform which made settings - colour selections difficult
Updated icons on Home, Settings tabs, Places and Treks
Rewrite of Map markers system to reduce complexity and improve performance
Place delete now checks if Place is used in a Trek and prohibits delete

5 September 2018 - 3.5.2

Features Added

New Setting for Map Screen - Crosshairs, supports None, Symbol (previous default), Line, and Always Line. Shown in centre of map screen.
New Navigation Screen Setting - Voice Prompt Speed. Allowsadjustment of voice speed used in Basic, & Turn-by-Turn Guidance (Default: 4).
Cancel Navigation button added to Home screen when in Nav Mode

Updates Applied

Intermittment issue of multiple markers shown on map after adding a new place
Added additional POI (Place) types and symbols

4 August 2018 - 3.5.1 (Android)

Updates Applied

Due to support issue with Android 4.4.2 we have recompiled to min SDK 21 -Android 5 so support for 3.5.X and above will be Android 5+. Version 3.1.0 will be still offered to Android < 5

1 August 2018 - 3.5.0

Features Added

Positions Manager: New system to allow extraction of all positional data to create user treks based on date ranges, In-App access to all saved User Treks with support export to GPX and other formats.
Direct link to Server based Track Logging on Home page with SAVE/CLEAR controls in-app. New settings to control auto refresh rate (default 5 mins), Base map type (eotopo, streets & paths or satellite) and visibility of the server map
Added Track Logging Geofence display to Map Screen and Server Track Logging Map
Map screen Speed/Direction control can be toggled top/bottom, plus initial position setting now in Settings (default bottom)
Range Rings now supported on Map screen via settings. Supports 0-5 rings at 250m to 5km between each (default None @ 1km)
Map screen now has cross hair in centre when not locked to current position, drop marker button changes to cross hair position when shown or current position when locked
All position entry fields now match the setting for position display format (D, DM & DMS)
Installed Altitude correction via server call when online updated every 20mins (small green dot will appear on map screen altitude when corrections loaded)

Updates Applied

Rebuild of full environment, all core components updated
Snail Trail/Locations DB data now added to Track Logging position upload
Map screen current position arrow sizeable via settings now supports 5 sizes (None - Huge - default Medium)
Added latest POI image sprite (includes dump points)
Corrected offline photo viewing problem after offline capture
Adjusted login process to ensure login occurs after device goes back online. Adjusted message when a failed auto login occurs if password/email validation fails
Fixed issue with Light map controls theme causing some nav control buttons to disappear

22 February 2018 - 3.1.0

Features Added

Added Altitude display on map screen - Enable/Disabled in Settings

Updates Applied

Refactored the Track Logging Startup (possible timing issues)
Implemented correction to eliminate Zero tile download problems

7 February 2018 - 3.0.0

Features Added

Support for EOTopo 2018

Updates Applied

EOTopo 2018 online increased zoom from Level 14 to Level 16 (18K)
Premium EOTopo Offline Mapset replaced to new 2018 version (requires download)
Offline max zoom at 144K increased from Level 13 to Level 14 (ie. 2x magnification overzoom added)
Support for BadElf GPS added to Settings (ability to turn off redundant internal GPS drivers when using external GPS receiver)

13 September 2017 - 2.1.0

Features Added

Windows 10 Support and availability from the Windows Store

Updates Applied

Updates to the Turn-By-Turn guidance formula to increase distance predication and bring voice prompt earlier at speed
Refactor all Active GPS systems (Map display, Navigation mode & Track logging) to ensure app stays active and to foreground services
Added TrekID to Description panel in Treks
Track Logging position reports sent using updated https mode
Private Trek edit/create from Map now prompts for overwrite or new

Issues Fixed

Route error when multiple treks are added (using Add)

07 July 2017 - 2.0.3

Updates Applied

Fixed offline/online auto map switching problem
Adjusted database setup during download.

20 June 2017 - 2.0.2

Updates Applied

Adjusted text of messages shown during download of maps and data
Corrected issue with tile count routine that caused the maps to appear not to be loaded correctly
Added back button from Home page to pop up message and allow App close
Adjusted Settings - Advanced - DB Clear function to force close the App at completion

16 June 2017 - 2.0.1 Android

Updates Applied

The 2.0.0 release has a problem in Android 7 that causes the app to crash on launch. This was caused by a config flag that was installed during the update process. This flag was removed and a new release uploaded to resolve the problem

4 June 2017 - 2.0.0

Major Update

Home page update - added settings options and adjust layout for upgraded features
Private places now editable within the app
Private treks fully sync with online account
Private treks now editable within the app
Treks driving directions added and used in nav mode routing (driving distance vs straight line)
Places and Treks list pages max width set to ensure readability
Quick add of new place when adding from Map (no entry required - just click)
basic announcements and turn by turn - defaults to Basic
Places view enable/disable in the map control/layers panel
Treks view enable/disable in the map control/layers panel
Current zoom status in the map control/layers panel
Attribution on the maps now shows online or offline
New setting - Font Size, allows for change to all fonts/buttons used within the app
New setting - Status Bar visible, toggles the top line device status bar on/off
New setting - Position Display Format with choice of D, DM & DMS this adjusts the shown format on all pages
New setting - Show Position in Speed/Heading will turn on a position display in the on map screen Speed and Direction panel
New setting - Map colour theme to control buttons and controls colours
New setting - Voice Prompts, supports Basic and Turn by Turn
Help files updated to support new/changed functions and features

Changes Applied

Review system updated to use local copy on initial view and update in the background
Main settings moved to new settings database to ensure they do not get removed by the OS during update
Map remembers last state and returns to previous view on open
Distance displays updated to show metres for close items not decimals of kms
Fixed keyboard causing fields to disappear in entry screens

Core Updates

Cordova 6.5.0, Geolocation 2.7.2, Purchase 6.1.2, Crosswalk 2.3.0, SQL 0.8.6, TTS 0.2.3

29 Nov 2016 - 1.11.9

Features Added

New setting to turn off the current position arrow - if off you get a dot marker on the map provided you have pulse enabled

Updates Applied

Addressed issue with place order in treks goto
Corrected offline maps database creation routine which caused DB Init errors
Updated place popup markers to new standard in Nav map
Adjusted layering order of X button in Driving Directions panel

01 Nov 2016 - 1.11.3

Updates Applied

Speed & Heading on map screens now resizes based on device screen size
iOS 10 caching update that caused West Map loading issues
iOS was not updating the Storage Location (Using:) count

Fixes Applied

Updates to DB deletion system to support reviews tables and structure changes

20 Oct 2016 - 1.11.2

Updates Added

Added Treks Map to show all treks installed on a selectable map
Changed map popup style improves performance, information and styling
Added Speed and Heading display on maps - show/hide via Settings page
Recalculated snail trail updates to force add position at turns and increase straight line distance (better accuracy)

Fixes Installed

Delete private place from the place description page not working
Fixed issue with current position marker not in correct position on rotated map

Core Updates

GPS Driver 2.1.2 - implemented watchPosition in activeWatch method

19 Sep 2016 - 1.10.2

Updates Applied

Add Direction of travel Up in map views via new three state operation of the GPS lock button (no lock, GPS lock, GPS + compass lock)
Fixed issue with displaying incorrect End Place in treks description page when trek initial direction is reversed
Installed storage space updates for Android < 5 to find all actual SD devices for install
Auto close layer menu on snail trail reset
Added help files for offline Comments system

Code Updates

Converted Trek pages to ControllerAs syntax
Replaced A4Watch with updated Heartbeat change for Android < 5
GPS Driver 2.0.10

23 Aug 2016 - V1.10.0 (Android Only)

Features Added

Android support for map storage on External SD (reinstall required to change location, due to files structure changes and 4GB limit on SD).

Issues Fixed

Problem with GPS driver permissions not registering correctly on some Android versions.
Removed GPS driver restart logic due to 2.0.7 changes.

Core Updates

GPS Location services updated from 1.7.0 to 2.0.7 SQL Driver services updated to 0.8.1-pre3

8 Aug 2016 - 1.9.3

Updates Applied

Added full offline places & treks comments system including all reply/followups, new data manager item + incremental downloads upon opening comments.
In-place and in-trek sharing options implemented.
Improvements in screen refresh and page switching.
Android: Enabled move to SD for the main app (this does not address the maps storage)

Issues Fixed

Trek text search not working.
Additional rework on in-app purchase system with issues reported on Offline_Map purchase.

29 July 2016 - 1.9.1

Updates Applied

Fixes unable to purchase - compatibility problem for some older iPhones/iPad introduced in 1.9.0

Features Added

Added prompt for store rating after 5 opens and optional link to ratings from About page

26 July 2016 - 1.9.0

Updates Added

Rewrite of places and treks list functions to remove dynamic position tracking improves performance significantly

Fixes Applied

Issue identified with Track Logging not starting correctly if not using the home screen as start screen
In-App purchase issue causing some users to not register the in-app purchases correctly - EO server V2 implemented.

Core Updates

Implementation of more background analytics processes via Branch.io

12 July 2016 - 1.8.15

Features Added

Places and Treks list views now support swipe left to enable goto/delete actions
Treks goto now asks direction of travel allowing planning in any direction
iPad/iPhone added support for multi screen/multi tasking operation
Added onHeartbeat 120sec position recording for extended still monitoring in Track Logging

Fixes Installed

Corrected snail trail truncation wrong
Place photo click/touch opens first image
Update to GPS driver launch sequence to eliminate possible timing clash

6 July 2016 - 1.8.11

Features Added

- NearBy places tab added to place page display
Related treks added to place information page

Updates Applied

Issue identified in map pack download where incorrect (out of storage space) message was shown even if pack was installed.
Place photo view caused crash if photos > 30
Minor rework of in app purchase to ensure correct multi device usage

Core Updates

Upgraded SQL drivers to use sqlite-evcore-extbuild version - Speed and stability improvements

1 July 2016 - 1.8.8

Updates Applied

Issue identified in map pack download where incorrect (out of storage) message was shown even if pack was installed.

29 June 2016 - 1.8.7

Features Added

- persisted last 50km snail trail added + line colour option in settings
snail trail control added to map layer controls (hide/reset)
offline sync of Private Places to allow cross device sync and backup

Updates Applied

replaced GPS lock and zoom buttons on map pages to stop touch event pass through as reported from some users
minor updates to map download routines to eliminate possible caching issues

Android 4.X Update

due to fault in older Android platforms a work around has been installed to ensure Track Logging movements are recorded and sent to the server. These devices cannot use the intelligent movement GPS system and so a timer has been installed to force these positional updates.

Core Updates

updated GPS driver to 1.7.0
removed Basic Poll system. Now using updated GPS service detection system, this results in a massive battery power saving when not moving

15 June 2016 - 1.8.0

Treks major update

Added private treks via save option in navigation map.
Adjusted treks list to support tabs with Recent, List & Private views.

Updates Applied

Added scale bar to map views - located bottom right.
Added new Settings help screen with full details on GPS Timers.
Added in page help (? button) links.
Added Home icon button to page headers for quick return to home page.
Change minimum length of Place Name field when entering new place to 1 character.
Heading text and button positions updated on Android.
Places list button on map view changed destination from recent to public list.
Minor button style updates

12 June 2016 - 1.7.3

Updates Applied

Issue where centre on map was not correctly setup on initial map/nav map load
Added colour selection for Current & Next Navigational lines and icon pulse in settings
Change heading line 2 colour from light-blue/white (bar-calm) to dark-grey/white (bar-dark)
This update to both platforms will also bring in the 1.7.2 updates to iOS pushed out to Android which includes support for Location Services< disabled operation

11 June 2016 - 1.7.2 Android

Updates Applied

Android random crashes with OutOfMemory errors.
Implementation of last know or default location "Alice Springs" if Location Services are disabled.

Updates applied

Style adjustments to better support device specific font settings
Add ability to change latitude & longitude of new places created via touch & hold or Pin in the map view.

10 June 2016 - 1.6.15

Updates Applied

Error Code 6 during map downloads caused by database constraint issue only seen on Android 5 systems.
Bug causing Start Screen - Navigation Map to produce a blank screen.

Updates applied

Change email link to direct link to the Feedback and FAQ page on the app About screen

10 June 2016 - 1.6.14 Initial Release

First release version of the app published on App Store and Play Store.

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