Zebra Android 13 Release Notes

Version 13-20-02.00-TG-U05-STD-HEL-04 (GMS Release)

This release covers the following Zebra devices: MC20, RZ-H271, TC52AX, TC52AX HC, CC600, CC6000, TC21, TC21 HC, TC26, TC26 HC, TC52, TC52 HC, TC52x, TC52x HC, TC57, TC57x, TC72, TC77 & WT6300 family of products.

Important Note on Updates: Starting with Android 11, Delta Updates must be installed sequentially (oldest to newest). The Update Package List (UPL) is no longer supported. Full Updates can be used to bypass sequential installation. LifeGuard patches are cumulative.

Refer to the Addendum section for device compatibility details.

AVOID DATA LOSS WHEN UPDATING TO ANDROID 13

Read the migration guide on Zebra TechDocs: Migrating to Android 13.

Software Packages

HE_FULL_UPDATE_13-20-02.00-TG-U05-STD-HEL-04.zip: Full package update.
HE_DELTA_UPDATE_13-20-02.00-TG-U01-STD_TO_13-20-02.00-TG-U05-STD.zip: Delta package from the previous release 13-20-02.00-TG-U01-STD.
Releasekey_Android13_EnterpriseReset_V2.zip: Reset Package to erase User Data Partition only.
Releasekey_Android13_FactoryReset_V2.zip: Reset Package to erase User Data and Enterprise Partitions.

Zebra Conversion Package for Android 13 Migration

The Zebra Conversion Package (ZCP) facilitates migration to Android 13 with data persistence. Choose the appropriate ZCP based on your current OS version:

Current Source OS Versions	Zebra Conversion Package	Notes
Oreo (Any release)	11-99-99.00-RG-U500-STD-HEL-04	For devices with LG version earlier than 01-23-18.00-OG-U15-STD, upgrade to this version or newer before migration.
Pie (Any release)	11-99-99.00-RG-U500-STD-HEL-04	Upgrade to Android 10 or 11 before migration.
A10 (Any release)	11-99-99.00-RG-U500-STD-HEL-04	N/A
A11 (Till Aug 2023 release)	11-99-99.00-RG-U500-STD-HEL-04	For devices with LIFEGUARD UPDATE 11-38-02.00-RG-U00 or earlier.
A11 (Till Dec 2023 release)	11-99-99.00-RG-U510-STD-HEL-04	For devices with LIFEGUARD UPDATE 11-39-27.00-RG-U00 or later, up to Dec 2023. Note: SD660 devices may experience data reset due to encryption mismatch during OS upgrades. ZCP addresses selective data persistence. Refer to techdocs for details. ZCP releases align with A11 LG MR releases for latest security patches. Customers must select the correct ZCP based on source and target OS.

Security Updates

This build is compliant up to the Android Security Bulletin of October 01, 2023.

LifeGuard Update 13-20-02.00-TG-U05

Contains security updates.
Applicable for 13-20-02.00-TG-U01-STD-HEL-04 BSP version.
New Features: None
Resolved Issues: None
Usage Notes: None

LifeGuard Update 13-20-02.00-TG-U01

Contains security updates.
Applicable for 13-20-02.00-TG-U00-STD-HEL-04 BSP version.
New Features: None
Resolved Issues: None
Usage Notes: None

LifeGuard Update 13-20-02.00-TG-U00

Contains security updates, bug fixes, and SPRs.
Applicable for 13-18-19.00-TG-U00-STD-HEL-04 BSP version.
New Features:
- Added Apple VAS feature support for selected TC21, TC26 SKUs.
- Added support for Admin to control BT scanner parameters (Reconnect Timeout, Wi-Fi-friendly channel exclusion, Radio Output Power) for RS5100 and Zebra Generic BT scanners.
Resolved Issues:
- SPR50649: Decoded data not received by the app via intent.
- SPR50931: OCR data formatting issue with keystroke output.
- SPR50645: Device reporting slow charging.
- SPR48783: Battery charging current tuned for TC52ax, TC52, TC52x-HC SKUs.
Usage Notes: None

Update 13-18-19.00-TG-U00

New Features

Android 13 (A13) data encryption changed from Full Disk (FDE) to File-Based (FBE).
Zebra Charging Manager added to Battery Manager App for improved battery life.
RxLogger enhancements: Additional WWAN dumpsys commands and configurable logcat buffer size.
'Worry-free Wi-Fi' renamed to 'Wireless Analyzer'.
Wireless Analyzer supports 11ax scan list, FT_Over_DS, 6E (RNR, MultiBSSID) in Scan list, and FTM API integration with Wireless Insight.
StageNow JS Barcode support added in A13; XML Barcode support discontinued.
DDT package name updated; older versions must be uninstalled.
Quick Settings UI updated in A13, now includes QR scanner code option.
Files app replaced by Google Files App in A13.
Initial Beta Release of Zebra Showcase App (Self-Updatable) available.
DWDemo moved to the ZConfigure folder.

Resolved Issues

SPR48592: EHS crashing.
SPR47645: EHS disappearing, Quickstep appearing.
SPR47643: Rescue Party screen during Wi-Fi ping test.
SPR48005: Passphrase WPAClear string length issue with backslashes in StageNow.
SPR48045: HostMgr Hostname usage issue with MX.
SPR47573: Short Press opening Power Menu.
SPR46586: Unable to set EHS as default Launcher with StageNow.
SPR46516: Audio Settings not persisting after Enterprise Reset.
SPR45794: Volume preset levels not applied when changing Audio Profiles.
SPR48519: Clear Recent Apps MX failing.
SPR48051: FileMgr CSP not working in StageNow.
SPR47994: Tile name update delay at reboot.
SPR46408: StageNow not showing download pop-up from custom FTP server.
SPR47949: Clearing recent apps opening Quickstep launcher instead of EHS.
SPR46971: EHS Auto launch app list not preserved when saving configuration.
SPR47751: Default Launcher Problem setting with blacklisted com.android.settings.
SPR48241: System UI crash with MobileIron's DPC launcher.
SPR47916: OTA Download via Mobile Iron (Android Download Manager) failing at 1Mbps.
SPR48007: Diag daemon in RxLogger increasing memory consumption.
SPR46220: BTSnoop log module inconsistency in generating CFA logs.
SPR48371: Device not restarting after SWAP battery; Power on fails.
SPR47081: Timing issue with USB during suspend/resume.
SPR50016: GNSS engine stuck in locked state.
SPR48481: Wi-Fi beacon miss issue between Device and WAP.
SPR50133/50344: Device entering Rescue Party mode randomly.
SPR50256: Mexico Daylight Savings Changes.
SPR48526: Device freezing randomly.
SPR48817: Auto shutdown disabled in TestDPC Kiosk.
Integrated Mandatory Functional Patch from Google: A-274147456 Revert intent filter matching enforcement.

Usage Notes

Existing customers can upgrade to A13 with data persistence using:

FDE-FBE conversion package.
EMM enterprise persistence (e.g., AirWatch, SOTI).

Version Information

Description	Version
Product Build Number	13-20-02.00-TG-U05-STD-HEL-04
Android Version	13
Security Patch Level	October 01, 2023
Component Versions	Refer to Component Versions in the Addendum section.

Device Support