iPhone:Version 1.0.6 Changes

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Version 1.0.6 for the iPhone was released on 10th June 2010 and is available to update using the app store. The user manual has been updated with details of the changes.

The release contains:

BuddyBeacon Tracking:

• BuddyBeacon sending
• Including auto start, catch-up sending positions when mobile coverage lost, auto resume after call/message interruption.
• One-off and timed repeat sending.
• Use our BuddyBeacon API to embed your BuddyBeacon in your webpage, facebook profile, or create your own apps.
• See page 16 of the user manual for details.

Electronic Compass support:

• Display north indicator, or facing direction, or both.
• Auto-rotate map in multiples of 90 degrees to best match compass.
• See page 4 of the user manual for details.

Audio/video support:

• In guided routes, waypoints and points-of-interest:
• Play sounds and videos from links.
• Supported video formats: 3GP / mov / mp4 / mpv
• Supported Audio Formats: mp3 / wav
• Download route guides with video from partners such as Carlisle Tourism Partnership
• See page 17 of the user manual for details.

Route creation and editing

• When creating a route, easily switch between panning map and dropping waypoints.
• When editing a route, tap on a different waypoint to move it without going in and out of editing mode.
• See page 5 of the user manual for details.

Other Enhancements:

• GPS auto-resumes after call/message interruption.
• More in-app map and route purchase options.
• GPS, track record and beacon transmit status icons.
• Track record settings now correctly saved.