Release Notes for Zebra Android Oreo 02-52-21.00-OG-U16-STD

Quick guide from the manual

This document provides release notes for the Zebra Android GMS Oreo LifeGuard release 02-52-21.00-OG-U16-STD. These updates are cumulative, meaning they include all previous fixes from earlier patch releases. The update is applicable to a wide range of Zebra devices, including the TC51, TC56, TC70x, TC75x, MC3300, MC3300R, and VC80x series.

Installation Requirements

Before proceeding with the software update, ensure the following requirements are met:

• ADB: Android Debug Bridge must be installed on your PC, including the necessary ADB drivers.
• Developer Options: Ensure Developer Options are enabled on the target device.
• USB Debugging: USB debugging must be turned ON in the device settings.
• Package: Download the full software package before starting the update procedure.

Security Updates

This build is compliant with the Android Security Bulletin of October 05, 2021, with a Critical Patch Level of July 01, 2024.

New Features

This release adds support for BMI270 and ICM42607 Gyroscope/accelerometer sensors. Note that the VC80X supports the BMI270 sensor only. Devices equipped with these sensors require this update (or higher) to ensure full G-sensor functionality. You can identify the installed sensor via the device settings under About phone > SW components or by using the getprop command via ADB.

Resolved Issues

This release addresses various issues across multiple update versions (U03 through U16). Key fixes include:

• U16 Update: Resolved an issue where the Home button stopped functioning when the ELS/Identity Guardian app was uninstalled.
• U15 Update: Fixed a security bypass issue in access_secure_service_from_temp_bond.
• U13 Update: Addressed device sluggishness when scanning multiple barcodes and updated time zone settings for Mexico daylight saving changes.
• U03 Update: Resolved Bluetooth crashing when more than 100 devices were paired.

Device Compatibility

This software release is approved for use on specific part numbers for the following device families:

• TC51 and TC56
• TC70x and TC75x
• VC80x (USA and Rest of the World models)
• MC3300 and MC3300R

Please verify your specific device part number against the compatibility tables provided in the full document to ensure your hardware is supported.

Component Versions

The release includes updates to various system components, including the Linux Kernel (3.10.84), DataWedge (8.2.216), and the Scanning Framework (23.3.8.4). For detailed release notes and further technical documentation, please visit techdocs.zebra.com or developer.zebra.com.