--- title: "3.496.0 - FieldBuddy Swift - Fast Ring" canonical: "https://help.fieldbuddy.com/space/FBDOCS/5789876225/3.496.0%20-%20FieldBuddy%20Swift%20-%20Fast%20Ring" format: markdown --- ## 🗓 Release Information | | | | --- | --- | | [Target window](https://help.fieldbuddy.com/space/FBDOCS/5556436995/FieldBuddy+Development+Process+Information#Target-window) | 1/6/2025 - 1/16/2025 | | Release date | unknown | | Type | [IMPROVEMENT] | | New configuration options | Not applicable | | Published via | [over-the-air] | | [Bundle](https://help.fieldbuddy.com/space/FBDOCS/5556436995/FieldBuddy+Development+Process+Information#Bundle) | [BUNDLE:3.494.2-3.496.0] | ## 🛠 Fixes & Improvements # **Map & Navigation Enhancements** ### **Live Location Tracking for Users** - **Enterprise customers** can now enable live location tracking for **FieldBuddy Swift** users. - User locations will be displayed in the **Dispatch Panel**, providing real-time insights and improved operational visibility. ### **Work Order Map Redesign** - The work order map component has been **completely redesigned** to offer a more intuitive, compact, and user-friendly experience. - Enhanced layout improves usability and accessibility for better workflow integration. ### **Map Component & Navigation Improvements** - Enhanced **user interface and experience** for easier access and usability. - A **full-screen map** option provides an expanded view of routes and destinations, improving navigation clarity. ### **Enhanced Navigation Features** - A new **“Navigate” button** now clearly displays the selected navigation app. - Route details now include: - **Estimated distance** - **Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA)** - **Traffic delay information** for better trip planning ### **Contextual Menu for Quick Actions** The updated contextual menu offers quick access to essential actions, including: - **Open/Close Map** - **Start Navigation** - **Add/Edit Sublocation** (if applicable) ### **Default Navigation Preferences** - **Waze** is now available as a navigation option for both **iOS and Android** users. - The app will **remember the user’s default navigation preference**, which can be modified in the **Settings** screen. ### **Daily Route Overview** - A **new button** on the main screen allows users to view **all planned routes for the day**, providing improved trip planning and management. ### **Improved Address Handling in Navigation** - Navigation now **prioritizes valid addresses** over raw coordinates for a more intuitive and reliable experience. - This update enhances compatibility with popular navigation apps such as **Google Maps, Apple Maps, and Waze**, ensuring accurate routing and directions. --- # **Other Enhancements** ### **Work Order Summary Screen Enhancements** - A new property has been introduced in location-based work orders, providing greater flexibility in **item visibility.** - Users can now specify whether to display items unrelated to any installed product within the work order. 📄 **Documentation:** - [Work Order Summary](https://help.fieldbuddy.com/space/FBDOCS/5369692161/Work+Order+Summary) - [Summary Screen](https://help.fieldbuddy.com/space/FBDOCS/5962792961/summaryScreen) ### **Improved Performance for Attachments Tab** - Performance enhancements have been implemented for the **Attachments tab**, offering a **faster and more efficient user experience.** - Users will experience **significantly reduced load times** when accessing and managing attachments.