From Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), Google has a new permissions model on accessing sensitive information. All apps on Android need to request a permission at run time when accessing sensitive information.
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ZY Play requires sensitive permissions on:Phone Permission,Location Permission,Storage Permission, Camera Permission,Microphone PermissionFive categories of permissions required by all apps at current stage
ZY Play requires these permissions to realize its functions and will never collect sensitive information or data without users’ knowledge.
For more details, please visit Android 6.0 Changes
Note: New permissions may be added as functions are increased
The unique ID for identifying devices is to realize the Notice function for ZY Play and Lightollector
ZY Play is connected to stabilizers via Bluetooth. Hardware IDs for Bluetooth accessing the outer equipment (stabilizer) is required.Location Permission
The permissions for ZY Play to access Phone Memory/SD card, in order to save and/or open videos and/or photos
The permissions required for recording videos and taking photos
The permissions required for realizing video functions
How to check your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware version? How to upgrade/update your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? Here’s the tutorial… https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k
In this video…
- Firmware version vs ZY Play App version? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=35
- How to check your Zhiyun Smooth 4 Firmware version? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=60
- What is the latest Firmware? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=100
- What’s new in Firmware version 1.77? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=113
- Should I update to Firmware version 1.77? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=143
- How do I Upgrade / Update the Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=165
Firmware version vs ZY Play App version
First, please do not confuse the firmware version with the app version. The firmware is the internal software inside the Zhiyun Smooth 4 electronics. The ZY Play app runs on your phone and has its own version update.
How to check Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware version?
- Connect the ZY Play app to Zhiyun Smooth 4 via Bluetooth.
- Press the Menu button on the Zhiyun Smooth 4.
- Goto Settings > General > OTA version.
The OTA version is your latest firmware.
What is the latest firmware?
According to the official Zhiyun website, the latest version of the firmware is 1.77 as of January 2020.
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What’s new in Firmware version 1.77?
According to various sources, here is what’s new… and other version upgrades.
v1.77
– Fixed the zoom & focus failure.
v1.76
– Optimize pan axis drift.
v1.75
– Optimize motor protection to avoid motor overheat.
– Optimize Bluetooth communicating.
v1.74
– Fixed Bluetooth malfunction prompt under certain circumstances.
– Added indicator for wheel status recognition.
– Improved motor current sampling.
– Repaired the power failure during APP connection.
v1.72
– Standby mode is inaccessible via the power button in case of unintended operation.
– Fixed some bugs.
v1.71
– Alpha-version firmware.
Source: https://www.facebook.com/Zhiyun.Smooth.4/posts/the-latest-version-of-firmware-is-177-it-fixed-the-zoom-focus-failure-if-you-are/1847005485407480/
It seems version 1.77 only fixes the pan and focus failure. I didn’t notice any failure in version 1.76. Pan and Focus are fine on my Smooth 4.
Should I update the firmware?
If you use an Android phone, I strongly suggest NOT to update. You might face more problems, as I have read.
If you like adventure… then do it at your own risk.
I REPEAT… ATTENTION ANDROID USERS… DO NOT UPDATE!!!
Android Issue SOLVED!!!
SOLVED… Update – January 4, 2020: ZY Play app on my Android phone cannot connect to the Smooth 4 SOLVED! Here’s how… (1) I turned off my iPhone Bluetooth, (2) Then I powered off and on my Samsung Galaxy S10, (3) Connect with ZY Play app again and it works!!!
So, Android users, it is safe to upgrade to firmware version 1.77… at least for my Samsung Galaxy S10.
How do I Upgrade / Update the Zhiyun Smooth 4 Firmware?
Things you need: USB to USB-C cable, a Mac or PC, the Zhiyun Smooth 4.
Step 1: Go to Zhiyun official website. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=204
Step 2: Go to the download page. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=217
Step 3: Download 2 files, the Upgrade Tool, and the Firmware. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=254
Step 4: Unzip the 2 files. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=287
Step 5: Connect the Smooth 4 to the Mac or PC. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=316
Step 6: Power up the Smooth 4. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=343
Step 7: Activate the Gimbal Tool Software. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=354
Step 8: Select the USB port. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=378
Step 9: Select the firmware file. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=404
Step 10: Click on the Upgrade button. https://youtu.be/UAjZad5q_0k?t=442
Wait for less than one minute and you are done. Disconnect the Smooth 4 and start using it like new.
Have You Upgraded?
Have you updated your Zhiyun Smooth 4 firmware? What’s your experience?
Feel free to reply with a comment or a question.
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