VPC-A31-O1 Firmware Release Notes

Applies to: 

• VPC-A31-O1 Slot-in PC Module

WARNING:
The ViewSonic Manager connection will be temporarily disabled during the firmware update and will automatically reconnect within 5 to 10 minutes.

Version 20251017

Changes and improvements for this release:

• Summary of newly added entries and import of multiple languages
• Integrate Google security patches through September 2025
• VSAPI 1.16.4 Implementation (NFC Detection)
• Disable randomized MAC address by default
• Update Settings/Tips & Support Page
• Support external NFC card
• Add ViewBoard Quick Settings Widgets
• Add Local File Protections Policy under Settings/Advanced/Security Settings
• Upgrade APPs (MVBA_STORE_V3.2.15/Authenticator_3.3.19_release)
  

Version 20250727

Changes and improvements for this release:

• Fixed virtual keyboard failed to appear on the lock screen and physical-keyboard status did not refresh after a Gboard update.
• Added permission whitelist for Manager, ClassSwift, and TeamOne.
• VS system apps (Manager / MVBA / AirSync).
• Fixed unexpected permission prompts shown when updating myViewBoard.
• Fixed Google Play Store auto-updates were blocked when “Allow installing apps from Unknown Sources” was set to “No”.

Version 20250426

Changes and improvements for this release:

• Integrated Device Owner option for Manager
• Improved Multi-user support  
• Android lock screen UI update: PIN input changed to text box format
• HDMI out screen supports touch unlock
• Annotation tool and screenshot tool now support copy and paste to myViewBoard (Side Toolbar 2.0)
• Added options in the factory menu:
  • Enable Google Multi-User Switcher
  • Enable ViewSonic Service Pages
• Added Timer to Slider Toolbar
• Fixed toolbar auto-closing after reboot in Google Launcher
• Resolved issue where keyboard does not appear when secondary users enter passwords
• Updated pre-loaded apps

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