[ Closed ] Wialon: product updates

Wialon mobile application
Feb 7, 2023

Indicator for parkings/stops with the engine on
Now, when a unit is not moving but the engine is on, it can be shown on the map with a special sign. Note that to see such signs, you should choose to replace unit icons with motion state signs, and the units are supposed to have ignitions sensors.

Group report for a unit
We added the possibility to run a group report on a single unit.

Wialon Android app
Mar 1, 2023

• Now, in the work list, you can see the driver's name if any was assigned. Besides, in settings, you can activate the option to display drivers' names on the map.
• The bottom navigation menu has become more convenient to use.

What’s new in Wialon
March 7, 2023

Error tooltips in the form fields of the Routing tool
We continue to make filling in the forms in Wialon faster and more convenient. This time, we applied a new validation logic for filling in all the fields in the Routing tool windows. Thus, it will be easier for users to complete the forms required for working with routes.

Clickable coordinates
Now, users can immediately go to the map provider’s page by clicking on the coordinates in the unit tooltip, in the window with the extended information about the unit, in the point tooltip when tracing the graph on the Messages and Reports tabs, or when tracing the track.

What’s new in Wialon
April 4, 2023

New password requirements
To improve data security, we have developed new requirements for user passwords. Now, the password must contain at least 8 characters, at least 1 special character, uppercase and lowercase letters, and must not completely match the username and the previous password. We also added the ability to view entered passwords in the forms where you create or change user passwords.

Vehicle VIN codes in the unit properties
Some GPS devices send the vehicle's VIN code to Wialon. Now, when filling in the unit properties, the user will see a tooltip that the system has automatically determined the VIN of the device. The suggested option can be accepted or rejected in the Profile tab or by clicking on
"Check VIN."

New login page for Wialon Hosting
Attention: so far, these changes are relevant to hosting.wialon.com, hosting.wialon.eu, hosting.wialon.us and other regional Wialon DNS.
All users start getting acquainted with Wialon from the login page, and this is when the first impression of the platform is formed. That's why we've done a massive redesign of the login page to make it look more up-to-the-date and pleasing to the eye. Now, the login form consists of two parts: a picture and fields with buttons necessary for authorization. When a user enters the page, a random picture from five pictures is selected.
We’ve also improved navigation via the Tab button, adapted the page to different screen resolutions, and added a timer to the button intended to resend the link for the two-factor authentication.
We’ve also changed the animation that appears on the screen after clicking on the login button so that it also matches the new page style.
The changes affected only the UI of the page elements, without affecting the functionality.

Color scheme migration for the new login page
As we’ve redesigned the Wialon login page, the migration of color schemes has also been carried out for it. In particular, we ensured the correspondence between the old and the new color schemes and also styled the page for the latter. You can select the color scheme in the user settings. The currently available options include light, gray, default (updated login page), and default (old login page).

Improved route visibility on the map in the Routing tool
In March, we also worked on the rendering of the main and alternative routes in the Routing tool. Now, the routes are better distinguishable on different maps.

Creating an unlimited Locator link via a notification
Now, in addition to the manual method, you can also create a Locator link that doesn’t expire via a notification by entering “0” in the notification tag. If you enter an invalid value, the link expiration time will be set to 60 minutes by default.

Bug fixes for vector maps
We’ve fixed several vector map errors as some of the elements had been displayed incorrectly. Now, the borders of buildings, rivers, roads, and parks are clearly visible just like on raster maps. On top of that, we added the display of the US state names.

Filling in the forms on the Trailers tab
We keep making filling in various forms in Wialon easier. This time, we introduced the new validation logic to the fields in the "Add trailer" and "Trailer properties" forms. Now, users can spot the incorrectly filled fields, fix them, and submit the form faster.

What’s new in Wialon
May 2, 2023

Generating links to routes in the Routing tool
We added the ability to generate a link to the route via the Routing tool. Now, it has become possible to copy the link and send it, for example, to the driver, or any other employee. This feature is available when using Google Maps and Gurtam Maps as routing sources, and the link always leads to Google Maps.

Please note that the route built in Wialon may differ from the route available through the link due to some limitations of the link generation service and the impossibility of sending all the parameters.

Specifying a reason when deleting a unit
We’ve added the option to specify the reason when deleting units in CMS. You can select the reason from the list of predetermined ones or describe it yourself. This update will help you avoid accidental deletion of units, and we will collect information allowing us to eliminate potential problems and improve the quality of the product.

What's new in Wialon
May 30, 2023

Track playback for saved video files
We have introduced a new Map widget in the Files and Playback tabs. With this feature, you can play the track of the moving unit on the map while watching saved video from the cameras. Now users can effortlessly determine the unit's location at any given moment during the file analysis.

Upgraded table of deleted objects and new criteria for searching in the Trash
Searching the Trash in CMS has become more convenient as we’ve added new columns to the table of deleted objects. Now you can easily find an object by its account name, unique ID, phone number, or object type. If an object has multiple phone numbers or unique IDs, the search results will display them separated by commas in the respective columns of the table.

Updated search in the Batch editing of accounts tool
Previously, the filter drop-down list in CMS contained the "Account" criterion, which has now been replaced with "Parent account." This change allows users to quickly locate all subordinate accounts associated with a specified parent account and perform necessary actions, such as assigning a different billing plan or topping up the balance.

What's new in Wialon
June 13, 2023

Ability to view the entered password on the CMS login page
Recently, we have introduced a new feature that allows users to view the entered password when logging into their Wialon account. This functionality is now also available on the CMS login page as well. To check the accuracy of the entered password, simply click on the eye icon. By default, the password is hidden, and dots are shown instead.

Enhanced validation logic for filling in forms
We are continuing our work on implementing a unified approach to error visualization and handling of incorrectly entered data, aiming to make the system's behavior consistent and predictable across all sections.

In this update, we have refined the validation logic for all fields in the forms used for creating and editing unit groups, as well as the fields on the General tab in unit properties. Additionally, we have standardized the validation for custom fields in all Wialon forms. As a result, the system now responds uniformly whenever a user inputs invalid data or leaves mandatory fields empty in these forms.

What's new in Wialon
July 11, 2023

Alternative speed source options
We have introduced a feature that enables the retrieval of speed data from alternative sources. If desired, users can select a specific parameter whose values will be utilized to determine the speed. For instance, they can effectively utilize the speed value derived from the CAN bus.

Please note that this option is currently not available for all types of devices. The list of these devices will expand in the future.

CO2 emissions data and reports
The volume of carbon dioxide emissions is a common indicator for assessing eco driving. The average CO2 emissions value is now available on the Profile tab in the unit's properties. Besides, the emissions volume calculated based on the trip mileage is available in reports for the unit, unit group, driver, and driver group.

Ability to select cameras for notifications
Now users can select the cameras when configuring notifications with the Save video as a file action. Previously, videos were excerpted from all cameras simultaneously, resulting in higher network traffic usage and occupying more storage space. With this enhancement, users can now optimize network usage by selecting the necessary camera for saving the video.

Trash section updates: search by the object deleter and hints for object restoration errors
We continue to enhance the user experience in the Trash section. In this update, we have added the Object deleter column to the table of deleted objects, enabling users to easily identify who deleted a specific object without requesting technical support.

Furthermore, we have improved the error descriptions that appear when attempting to restore a deleted object. Users will now receive more informative error messages, highlighting the cause of the restoration failure: for example, if there is another object with an identical phone number.

What's new in Wialon
August 10, 2023

Improved functionality for off-time notifications
We have enhanced the data processing algorithm for notifications used to monitor the vehicle off time. The maximum off time value is now set to 30 days. Furthermore, we’ve made interface refinements and implemented new field validation logic ensuring that users will receive error messages if they enter incorrect data.

New line colors in the Messages tab
We’ve introduced a refreshed color scheme for lines in the Messages tab designed to enhance visual perception and improve usability. Specifically, we have intensified the background color of alarm messages making them more noticeable. User-selected messages now stand out with a darker and more contrasting background facilitating differentiation from other messages. These updates have also been extended to tables in reports.
Additionally, we’ve implemented visual highlighting for messages when users switch to the Messages tab from other tabs.

Enhanced color indication for online notifications
The online notifications, including those on the minimaps, now have better color indication. With this update, we’ve revamped both the notification itself and its background. Previously, the notification line's background was colored, and it would change to a lighter shade after the message was read. Now, the indicator on the left side of the line displays the selected notification color from the settings. The background color reflects the notification status: unread messages will have a light blue background, while read messages appear with a white background.

Watching live streams on the Monitoring tab
Users can now view live streams from vehicle cameras directly on the Monitoring tab. This feature allows them to access comprehensive information about the vehicle in one place, including its movement on the map and sensor values. Additionally, users can now effortlessly watch live streams from multiple vehicles simultaneously in different windows. To open the video mode, simply click on the corresponding icon in the unit list. It's important to note that to work with video on the Monitoring tab, users must meet the same requirements as for working with the Video tab.

Tooltips for Driver, Trailer, and Passenger activity notifications
Notifications of these types can be created for multiple drivers, trailers, and passengers simultaneously. To do this, the user simply needs to enter several codes or code masks separated by commas without spaces. To remind about this option, we’ve added a corresponding tooltip in the notification creation window.

Information about activated and deactivated units
We’ve introduced the capability to monitor the dynamics of added and deleted units within a specific period in the CMS. This information is now conveniently presented in the form of a graph in the Units section of the Dashboard.

What's new in Wialon
September 19, 2023

Refreshed look of the work list on the Monitoring tab
We've started to redesign the work list of units and unit groups on the Monitoring tab to enhance the overall user experience, making it smoother and more intuitive. This redesign will be implemented gradually, in several stages. In this update, we've refreshed the visual styles of the work list elements giving them a more contemporary look.
It's important to note that these changes focus solely on the interface. All existing settings for displaying monitoring options for the list elements continue to function exactly as they did before.

Restoring drivers, passengers, trailers, and their assignments
Users can now independently restore deleted drivers, passengers, and trailers, along with their assignment history, without the need to request  technical support. This feature comes in particularly handy when the user needs to recover lost data due to accidental deletion or the incorrect use of the Replace import type when existing data is completely removed and replaced with the new one.

Exporting data from the Trash in .xlsx format
Recently, we've been expanding the data range displayed in the table of deleted objects making it more insightful and useful. And now, all this information can be effortlessly exported in .xlsx format in just a few clicks. Thanks to this enhancement, Wialon partners can easily and conveniently share the data with users who don't have access to the Trash.

Ability to configure the fractional sensor values
We've introduced an improvement that offers flexibility in choosing how fractional sensor values are displayed in messages, reports, tooltips, and other sections of the system. Users now have the option to select between displaying decimal fractions or rounding the values. This feature applies to sensors within the Mileage, Gauges, Engine, and Fuel groups, as well as to custom sensors.