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What Is Firmware Version Data?

The firmware version is important to understand. With tweaks and updates happening all the time. Not having the latest firmware may affect the safety, function and reliability of the program you are using to connect to live vehicle data.

Firmware data simply inform users what version of the firmware they are using. With press releases announcing new versions, it’s important to understand which firmware version is being used currently.

Use Cases

When updating to a new firmware it is important to know the current firmware version. As certain steps are needed to upgrade to new firmware versions, depending on what is currently installed. Fleet management software needs to talk to the correct SDK for their running application. HMkit has a build name for each version, and the right technical support can be given if developers identify the correct version name.