OTA Releases

OTA releases are used to send files "over-the-air" to devices. These files can be anything; it is the responsibility of the device to handle the actual contents of the files. Some common use-cases include application updates or config changes.

To add a new release:

  1. Click the button in the top right corner.
  2. Specify the version number.
    • The version number should ideally be in semantic versioning format: MAJOR.MINOR.PATCH
    • The new version number should be greater than the current latest version number.
  3. To launch the new release on a specific date, check the Release Date box and input the date and time to launch.
    • The release date is optional. If no release date is specified, the release will be available as soon as it is activated.
  4. Click the button to upload the file for devices to download.
    • Files of any type, up to 50 MB, can be uploaded for a release.
  5. After uploading the file, click the button to activate the release.
    • Devices can only download a release if the release is activated.
  6. Add release notes (optional) in the text box.
  7. Click the button to save the new release.

Deactivating a release prevents it from being downloaded by devices in the field, but it can still be reactivated at a future time to be used again. Deleting a release removes it from the platform entirely.

To deactivate or delete a release:

  1. Click the button.
  2. Click the corresponding or button.