Always Up-to-Date: OTA Upgrades for Your RoboUP Robot Mower in 15 Minutes via Wi-Fi
RoboUP - 2024/05/03
Firmware plays a crucial role in the world of service robots and robot lawn mowers. Known as the silent force that drives performance, enabling our mowers to tackle a variety of lawn types. From navigating through intricate landscapes, to adjusting cutting patterns for different grass varieties, RoboUP's firmware is indispensable in maintaining the smooth and efficient operation of robot lawn mowers.
In this blog, we will introduce our Over-The-Air (OTA) firmware updates and explore the function, purpose, and steps to follow on how to upgrade and update your RoboUP robot lawn mower.
What is OTA?
Over-The-Air (OTA) is a function that's integrated in various types of technology in today's society. RoboUP is a classic example of this, setting new heights in modern lawn care technology. OTA functionality enables our robot mowers to receive firmware updates wirelessly, without the need for complex manual intervention. These updates are crucial for maintaining the mower's firmware at the pinnacle of performance and efficiency, ensuring it stays ahead of the curve.
Thanks to our strong Central Processor Units (>10 units on TM01 Series), RoboUP mowers are capable of handling all kinds of complex environments. The integration of “OTA” also ensures that the firmware remains consistently up-to-date, guaranteeing optimal performance at all times.
Why OTA Updates Are Necessary?
OTA updates are vital for several reasons. Firstly, they allow our engineers to continuously improve the mower's firmware, enhancing its intelligence and capabilities. As lawn care technology evolves, OTA updates can ensure that your RoboUP robot mower remains competitive and efficient, adapting to new challenges, trends and user preferences.
Additionally, OTA updates address potential security vulnerabilities, protecting your mower from cyber threats at all times. With regular software updates, we can mitigate risks and ensure your RoboUP mower operates in a safe and reliable manner.
How OTA Updates Work?
OTA updates are extremely fast and hassle-free. By leveraging the internet connectivity of RoboUP robot mowers via Wi-Fi, the device can securely connect to our servers. Our engineers regularly develop and release updates, enhancing route planning algorithms, safety features, and overall performance. All data stored in RoboUP robot lawn mowers are strictly protected, in accordance to RoboUP's privacy policy.
When an update becomes available, the new firmware is seamlessly uploaded to the server. Customers can easily access upgrades through just 3 simple steps:
1. Check if there are any upgrades available in the DEVICE UPGRADE interface within the RoboUP App.
2. Make sure the Wi-Fi connection during the upgrade is stable so the process won’t get interrupted.
3. Tap on DOWNLOAD AND INSTALL. The upgrade will be done by the RoboUP robot mower itself, typically within 15 minutes, depending on the firmware size and network quality.
How to upgrade before creating a map: https://www.iroboup.com/service_support/video/detail/37
How to upgrade after creating a map: https://www.iroboup.com/service_support/video/detail/41
All the upgrades via OTA are aimed to ensure that your RoboUP robot mower stays up-to-date without requiring any complex manual intervention on your part. OTA updates represent a cornerstone of RoboUP's commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. By leveraging the latest advancements in lawn care technology, we ensure that your mower remains smart, capable, and efficient, delivering a superior lawn care experience for you.
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