New Software Release Process
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We’re excited to announce a major shift in our software and firmware management process. To address scalability challenges as we expanded to 27 wheelbase configurations, 17 Team Wheel DIY Controllers, and new Motion Actuators and Racing Pedals, we’ve streamlined operations with the Team Manager application:
Key Changes:
- Single Unified Application
- A single software application now detects, configures, monitors, and manages all connected devices (wheelbases, Steering Wheels, DIY controllers, Motion Actuators, Racing Pedals). No more juggling multiple installers or configurations manually.
- Simplified Installer & Updates
- One installer replaces the previous complex setup of 5 releases × 16 configurations × 3 components (firmware, desktop app, installer) as used in the 21.07 release cycle with a single self-updating Team Manager application.
- Users now install Team Manager once and selectively update individual devices as needed.
- Reduced Overhead & Faster Updates
- Eliminated redundant build/test cycles: fewer steps for us mean faster, more reliable updates rolled out through automated systems.
How It Works:
- Download the Team Manager application, which auto-detects your connected hardware.
- Access configuration tools, firmware updates, and diagnostics directly from Team Manager’s dashboard.
- Receive automatic notifications for critical patches or feature upgrades (opt into Beta channels if preferred).
Why This Matters:
- For You: One app to manage everything, fewer compatibility headaches, and seamless updates.
- For Us: Streamlined workflows let us focus on innovation rather than maintenance.
Next Steps:
- Team Manager will be released on 31st March
- Once released visit the Team Manager Download Page to install or update your installation.
- Join discussions in our Team Manager Thread for feedback or troubleshooting.
Thank you for your continued support as we refine this process. Your input helps us improve further!
Best regards,
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I mentioned an update was coming. v26.05.01 is that update, and it's about to go live.
Important: use TM_Installer, not in-app update
The jump from v25.04.01 to v26.05.01 includes changes to the update system itself. The in-app updater on v25.04.01 can't handle this jump. If you try to update in-app, it will fail and you'll be back where you started.
You need TM_Installer for this one. After that, future updates work in-app as normal.
Two ways to get there:
Run TM_Installer now (recommended)
This updates your base installation ahead of the release. When v26.05.01 goes live, you'll get the in-app notification and it will work.
Or wait and run TM_Installer after v26.05.01 goes live
Same result. Just on your timing.
What's in v26.05.01
Some of what we have been working on since v25.04.01. The main items visible today:
- Firmware Loader V3 -- improved firmware installation for all devices
- External hardware detection -- DIY and Gen 1 OSW controllers identified when connected
- Profile fixes -- save, rename, delete, create all working as expected
- Improved sim detection -- faster start-up, more reliable game detection
- Help section -- built-in guides and troubleshooting
- Visual refresh -- updated icons, consistent dark theme
There are additional features built-in that will be visible as the back-end infrastructure comes online. I'll update as/when that happens.