Blueye Android App – Blueye Robotics

The Blueye Android App can be downloaded from Google Play. This page contains version history information.

v4.5.770

Release date: 2024.08.17

Use new more performant end point for Kartverket maps.
Fix a bug in longitude validation (allow values in the range -180..180)
Fix a bug in AquaTROLL integration

v4.4.764

Release date: 2024.07.26

Fix issue with failing download of video files

v4.4.763

Release date: 2024.07.12

Downgrade video streaming library due to stability issues on Samsung Galaxy Tab Active3.

v4.3.762

Release date: 2024.06.08

Fix a bug where the path of a mission didn't update on the map if the instructions were re-ordered.
Blunux updates are downloaded to the app data directory instead of the cache directory due to deletion behavior on Android.
Prevent the screen from locking when downloading or uploading a Blunux update.
Display how much size is used for offline maps, with the option to delete downloaded maps.
Fix a bug where the auto Wi-Fi channel option would not be applied.

v4.2.750

Release date: 2024.05.23

Fix version check for DVL gyro reset from app.

v4.1.748

Release date: 2024.05.16

Fix a bug in dive log import.

v4.0.747

Release date: 2024.05.06

Major new feature: Add support for mission panning and autopilot.
A new app setting was added to store media files on an SD card if available on the Android device.
Improve progress information when downloading OpenStreetMap tiles.
Deleted dive logs will not be re-downloaded from the drone to the app on the following file sync.
Depth and altitude are displayed with feet, and inches if feet are used for distance units.
Add translations for French, Ukrainian, and Portuguese.
Improved behavior when AquaTroll is configured with an incorrect baud rate.
Add a button to calibrate the WaterLinked DVLA50 gyro from the app.

v3.15.737

Release date: 2024.03.11

Fix a bug with importing certain types of corrupt log files

v3.14.735

Release date: 2024.02.28

Fix a bug where the app would display an error message if importing an empty log file.

v3.13.729

Release date: 2023.12.06

Detect if the Newton Gripper is disconnected from the quick-connect cable.
Fix a bug when accessing Surface Unit settings for the oldest versions of the Surface Unit firmware.

v3.12.728

Release date: 2023.11.29

Add a new tab with news updates from Blueye
Add a new tab with support information
Add a button to compose a support e-mail, including a diagnostics report attachment with crucial information about the drone
Fix a bug where dive reports saved as a Word document got the wrong file extension

v3.11.726

Relese date: 2023.11.14

Hotfix for permission changes in Android 13.

v3.11.725

Release date: 2023.11.13

Fix a bug in extracting the title and subtitle from a dive log.
Fix a bug in KMZ export if the dive log contains duplicated images.
Add input fields to edit video overlay title and subtitle from app settings.
Reduce the length of the pilot track on the map.
Fix a bug in Surface Unit configuration if Surface Unit was updated to firmware = 2.2.0

v3.10.721

Release date: 2023.09.18

Add new interactive charts to explore dive log parameters directly from the app.
Add the option to export the dive log as an Excel file with charts for all dive log parameters.
Add support for AquaTROLL 500 multi-parameter environmental probe.
Add a new app setting to display the remaining runtime of the drone battery instead of the percentage
Display detailed battery information on the diagnostics page in the dive menu
WaterLinked UGPS G2 and DVL A50 firmware version number is displayed on the navigation page in the dive menu

v3.9.716

Release date: 2023.06.29

New GPX dive log export file formats (requires DVL or positioning system)
Improved calculation of minimum and maximum temperature
Fix a bug where the dive log map would not show south of the equator
Add workaround for IP mismatch in Oculus Sonar Firmware
Fix a bug when turning off video overlay when using the v3 communication protocol

v3.8.711

Release date: 2023.06.14

Add integration for Medusa Radiometrics Gamma Ray Sensor
Add integration for scaling laser peripheral
Ensure consistent letter casing on buttons
Add workaround for IP mismatch in Oculus Sonar Firmware
Prevent duplicate picture file name in generated reports

v3.7.709

Release date: 2023.04.25

Fix a bug where a Surface Unit battery level of 255 was displayed
Add support for configuring Surface Units with firmware v2.2
Fix incorrect up/down labels in the controller settings page for the Rugged Controller
Fix a bug where a dive log would not update if you download it again after extending your dive
Fix an issue with Wi-Fi mode settings on older Android versions

v3.6.704

Release date: 2023.03.17

Add functionality to map settings download a map extent for offline use
Add an option to set a static heading when resetting the position of the DVL.
New option to export a dive log directly to storage instead of using the Android share menu
Improve layout when increasing the Android system font size

v3.5.699

Release date: 2023.03.01

Update the video streaming library to the latest version
Improve video stream by reducing the use of location services
Adjust static boost with d-pad left and right, making it possible to adjust static boost when a tiltable multibeam is connected
Fix a bug where pressing the trigger buttons would close the dive menu
Fix bug where the app would re-start a screen when changing the screen rotation
Increase the size of the status bar on large screens

v3.4.697

Release date: 2023.02.14

Fix bug where OpenStreetMap did not work on Android devices

v3.4.692

Release date: 2023.02.01

Update the video streaming library to the latest version
Fix video streaming issues on Pixel 5 devices
Fix a bug during the import of log files that were not closed gracefully on the drone
Add a new Jitter Buffer video stream option
Improve the pitch and roll indicator in the dive view (replaces the 3D model)
Improve CSV import of points of interest
Improve error reporting if uploading of dive logs fail
Add support for station keeping with a DVL even if the GPS is disabled

v3.3.686

Release date: 2023.01.02

Update AndroidX packages
Minor bug fixes and stability improvements
Use volume up/down to adjust multibeam tilt angle
Display multibeam tilt angle in the status bar

v3.2.685

Release date: 2022.12.12

Add support for Oculus M750d Multibeam Sonar
Add support for the new Blueye Rugged Controller
Support for offline caching of custom map layers
Issue warning if the user selects 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi frequency
Option to include drone location in video overlay when diving with a positioning system

v3.1.684

Release date: 2022.11.10

Improved map when diving with a positioning system
Ability to export and import KML and CSV files with points of interest when diving with a positioning system
Convert HEIC image files to JPG when exporting from the dive log
If the title and subtitle are set on the video overlay during a dive, these will be used as the default title and description in the dive log
Includes altitude in CSV export if a DVL or altimeter is connected
Downgrade Surge to 1.4.1 due to video playback issues on some Samsung devices
Fix bug in Compass Offset calibration

v3.0.679

Release date: 2022.10.05

Support for new language: Japanese
New control mode for position hold (requires DVL)
New control mode for altitude hold (requires DVL or altimeter)
New KML and KMZ dive log export file formats (requires DVL or positioning system)
Add support for BlueRobotics Ping Sonar Altimeter
Add support for WaterLinked DVL A50
Add support for Cathodic Protection Probes
Display Cygnus Thickness Gauge readings on dive log page
Add the option to delete dive logs from the device
Fix a bug in the calculation of packet loss in the video stream
Update the video streaming library to the latest version
Add sort option to Dive Log list view
Fix a bug where device battery warnings were reported even if the device was re-charged

v2.9.670

Release date: 2022.04.29

Downgrade Surge to 1.4.1 due to faulty scale mode in 1.5.0

v2.9.669

Release date: 2022.04.04

Add touch control for opening and closing the gripper if connected
Display an icon next to the recording timer to indicate if video overlay is enabled or not
Add support for the Blueye Deep Kit and the new Keller PA7LD depth sensor
Use triggers for boost and slow if Reach Alpha is disconnected from cable
Add support for Tritech Micron Gemini Multibeam Sonar
Add support for Blueye External Light Pair

v2.8.662

Release date: 2021.01.21

Add fix for a bug related to X3 drones running old versions of Blunux with a new device type connected
Update video streaming library to latest version

v2.7.658

Release date: 2021.12.23

Ask the user before downloading or uploading a custom logo to the drone
Use double-tap or the new camera setting to choose how to display the video on devices with a screen aspect ratio other than 16:9
Fix a bug where the guest port information page would not refresh if the drone was rebooted with new equipment attached
Fix a bug in video stream bitrate calculation

v2.6.655

Release date: 2021.11.15

Add functionality to set a static slow or boost value
New page with guest port information under drone settings
Improve accuracy of touch sliders for boost and lights

v2.5.652

Release date: 2021.10.17

Fix bug related to determining if a software update is available or not

v2.5.651

Release date: 2021.09.30

This version of the Blueye App requires Blunux version 1.7 or newer installed on your drone.
Add support for Blueye External Camera on Blueye X3.
Add support for Blueye External Lights on Blueye X3.
Add support for Newton and Reach Alpha gripper on Blueye X3.
Add support for guest ports on Blueye X3.
Improve transfer speed when downloading drone software updates.
Add haptic feedback for touch interactions in dive view.
Warn user if sharing a report with more than 50 images.
Display serial number and drone model on connect screen.

v2.4.642

Release date: 2021.04.08

Fix a bug where the app would not save new temperature or depth unit settings.

v2.4.641

Release date: 2021.03.18

Add the ability to control the drone using the keyboard if it is connected.
Fix the layout of the diagnostics view on Android Tablets where the titles were way too large.
Update the app to support scoped storage in Android 11.
Add support for title and subtitle in the video overlay.
Add support for a custom logo in the video overlay, picture overlay, and generated reports.
Better error handling during the download of a drone software update.

v2.3.637

Release date: 2021.02.08

Fix a bug where the video stream playback would fail if the Observer App was connected before the Blueye App.

v2.3.636

Release date: 2021.01.22

Support for new language: Hindi.
Fix bug where battery level in the status bar did not update during dive.
Improve diagnostics screen under in-dive settings.
Add version compatibility checks between the Blueye App and the drone software.

v2.2.634

Release date: 2020.11.25

Add support for Adaptive Streaming, where the app will automatically adjust video bitrate for optimal performance.
Check that mobile device, Surface Unit, and Blueye Drone has more than 25% battery before applying a software update.
Prevent starting new recordings when storage is full.
More accurate progress report when applying a software update.
Hide the Skip button on the connection page if there is nothing to skip.
Fix issue where recording timer would restart at 1 hour.
Fix position of recording timer in touch layout.
Fix issue of depth warning at wrong depth for Blueye Pro.

v2.1.633

Release date: 2020.09.28

To prevent accidentally turning on the lights you enable the option to hold one of the alt-buttons when dimming the lights using the controller d-pad buttons.
New option to invert the vertical axis, for pilots who are used to flight simulators or other ROVs with this controller configuration.
Enable or disable data overlay on video recordings.
Change light intensity when operating the drone using touch controls.
Change boost and slow mode when operating the drone using touch controls.

v2.0.630

Release date: 2020.07.11

Support for new languages: Norwegian, German, and Spanish.
Add functionality to toggle camera stabilization on/off for Blueye Pro drones by pressing the Mofidier+Y button.
The app now includes pictures and videos downloaded from the drone in the dive log page.
Share the complete dive log as a CSV file from the dive log page.
Generate and export a report as a PDF or Word file from the dive log page.
Create and import your custom report template under app settings.
You can assign operator contact details to a dive log, which will be included in the report.
Improve dive log page layout on tablets.
Improve layout on setting pages to make them more consistent.
Fix bug where you could not use backspace when editing title and subtitle when downloading a picture.
Fix bug where you would get an error during log file sync.
Fix bug where the Surface Unit Settings page could crash in certain configurations.

v1.12.620

Release date: 2020.03.16

Add a new Surface Unit setting to allowing some devices to be connected to the Surface Unit Wi-Fi and use 4G mobile data at the same time.
Fix a bug where an error would occur after synchronizing log files from the drone.

v1.11.606

Release date: 2020.02.12

Add the option to include titles and dive information when downloading a still picture from a drone running v1.5 or newer.
Add setting to select water salinity, which will improve depth sensor accuracy when diving in fresh or brackish water.
Improve performance when listing media files in the file transfer screen.
Improve navigation flow for file transfer. After downloading or deleting files the screen does not close automatically.
Fix bug where the camera icon was tilted at a fixed -10° angle when connected to a Pioneer drone, a feature only relevant for Pro users.
Fix bug where the lights would not turn on when pressing the Y-button if they had been turned off using the light settings slider.

v1.10.587

Release date: 2020.01.20

Add tilt control for Blueye Pro drones.
Add camera settings to change framerate and resolution.
Fix bug related to loading of 3D-model that in rare cases could cause the app to crash.
Fix bug where the message displayed when changing lights with the d-pad was missing.
Fix file transfer issue due to changes in file permissions in Android 10.

v1.9.563

Release date: 2019.12.23

Performance improvements in dive view.
Add additional information to the debug information screen.
Add 3D model showing drone heading, roll pitch, and yaw.
Add notification if device compass accuracy is degraded.
Add notification about auto functions if dive is started without them being used.
Corrected a bug where transferred media files didn't show up in various Android Gallery apps before some time had passed.
Grouping media files to be transferred from the drone by date.

v1.8.525

Release date: 2019.10.24

Add additional information to the debug information screen.

v1.8.519

Release date: 2019.10.17

Add support for capturing still images (requires v1.4 software on drone).
Add support for capturing screenshots from the app (requires v1.4 software on drone).
Display release notes for Blueye Pioneer software updates.
Update controller layout graphics in the dive menu.
Display date in addition to time in the status bar.
Ask for location permission to get Wi-Fi SSID and to track user location in the dive log.

v1.7.456

Release date: 2019.09.15

Notify the user if a Blueye Pioneer software update is available.
Allow touch controller input even if the game controller is connected.
Improve button layout on the connect screen for tablet devices.
Improve the start-up time of the app.
Prevent unused buttons on the game controller from triggering unexpected actions in the app.
Set the default video bitrate to 8 Mbit.
Minor bug fixes and improvements.

v1.6.0

Release date: 2019.08.08

Add file transfer support to download video files on Android.
Add the option to use Fahrenheit and Feet as units.
Improved dead band when using touch joysticks to operate the drone.
Prompt user if the compass is not calibrated (requires 1.3 software on drone).
Usability improvements for the compass calibration.
Dim heading bar if the compass is uncalibrated.
Build for 64-bit devices as required by Google Play.

v1.5.375

Release date: 2019.05.22

Add an Adaptive icon for Android 8.0 devices.
Fix control force color in the heading bar.
Fix bugs related to Google Maps in the dive log.
Other minor bug fixes based on crash reports.

v1.4.352

Release date: 2019.05.09

Initial public release of Android version of the app
Add the dive logs tab.
Adds detailed dive information in the dive log.
Fix bug where you could have both Status Menu and Dive Menu open at the same time.
Fix bug where the record timer would start over after 1 hour.
Fix bug where touch joystick was detecting input even when hidden.
Add dead band for left and right buttons on certain controllers to prevent false light inputs.
Display on-screen joysticks as default if no controller is connected when starting a dive.
Hide Status Menu when tapping the screen when open.
Improve reconnection when the connection to the drone is lost.
Improve drone discovery time.
Add the option to turn off media file download under iOS settings.