Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client Release Notes

Highlights

• Release v1.0.11125 offers a Maintenance update.

Device Support

The Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client is supported on the iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad, iOS 16.1 and above. The iPad may also be used; however, the application layout has not been optimized for the iPad.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11125

• Maintenance Release

Resolved Issues

• PTT soft button is unresponsive.
• Message interface fails to appear when the 'Send Message' option is selected.
• App crashes when an emergency call is initiated and application is removed from the recent tab.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11120

• Added support for Canadian French and Standard French languages.
• Maintenance Release.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11117

• Added IDP support.
• Added Configuration for masking ZEMS Setting.
• Modified ZEMS broadcast warning message.
• Maintenance Update.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11112

• Disable ZEMS messaging when PTT Pro Enable Messaging is disabled on the PTT Pro server.
• Maintenance Updates.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11103

• Maintenance Updates.

New in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11100

Rebranding

WFC PTT Pro is renamed Zebra PTT Pro.

Support for iOS 17

iOS 17 is supported with this release. Note: In this release, IWG option is not supported.

New in PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11094

• Implemented Apple's new Push to Talk System UI which is supported from iOS 16.1 and onwards
  • It contains Leave and Talk buttons.
  • Users will be able to take the floor or initiate the PTT calls using the Talk button that is available in the Apple PTT System UI.
  • On the press of Leave button, it will remove the user from the active call session and disable the Apple PTT System UI.
• Support for iOS 16
  • iOS 16 is supported with this release.
  • Note:
    • In this release, Message of the day (MOTD) parameters (Settings -> Enable MOTD) are not supported.
    • Whole screen as PTT settings has been removed.

New in PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11088

• Implement robust authentication method to connect to ZEMS Server

  The client uses updated robust authentication method to connect to ZEMS Server. The ZEMS Server version v2.1.22309 is required to work with this client.

New in PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11082

• Maintenance Updates.

New in PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11079

• Support for Default Callee Configuration via Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager

  With Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager Tenant Configuration, an administrator can configure the Default Callee Group for all the users which are part of the site. Please refer to the 'Default Callee Group' setting for Tenant Configuration for Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager for more details.

• Support for Site Change with Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager

  The client will now allow Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager users to change site dynamically during login. Please refer to the 'Site Selection' setting for Tenant Configuration for Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager for more details.

• Zebra Workcloud Communication Enterprise Messaging Service Support

  Zebra Workcloud Communication Enterprise Messaging Service allows enabled users to send messages to other PTT Pro users in customer-defined broadcast regions. Regions may be as small or large as desired, even spanning multiple PTT Pro instances.

• Display Traffic conditions in Map View

  Client will display live traffic conditions inside the Map View.

• Support for iOS 15

  iOS 15 is supported with this release. Note - In this release, 'New Message Alert' setting has been removed.

New in PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11067

• Support for additional Bluetooth and Wired Headsets with PTT Button

  PTT Pro iOS client has added support for:

  • Jabra BlueParrott Bluetooth Headsets with PTT Button
    • C300-XT
    • B350-XT (204260)
    • C400-XT
    • B450-XT
    • B550-XT
    • M300-XT
  • AINA PTT Voice Responder Bluetooth Headset
  • Klein Curl / Triumph / Victory (Lightning iOS) Wired PTT Headset
• Support for Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager v4.3

  PTT Pro iOS client now supports the latest version of Zebra Workcloud Communication Profile Manager v4.3 with its integrated Profile Client.

Features in Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client v1.0.11052

Some of the many PTT Pro features are listed below. Refer to the manuals listed below for more details.

Group and individual calls

One-to-one and group calls are available. Groups can be predetermined, or the user can build an ad-hoc group.

Advanced push-to-talk features

The PTT Pro advanced push-to-talk features include alert calling, late join, barge calling, priority override, and more.

Contact lists with presence indications

Individual and group contact lists are supported, with presence indications to let the user know when contacts are available.

Locationing

Users can optionally be tracked and displayed on a map, enabling other users to contact those nearest them.

Secure messaging

Individual and group messaging is available.

Profile Management

The PTT Pro iOS client can be configured to receive profile information from the Profile Manager, an optional WFC service. This allows devices to be shared between multiple individuals.

Usage Notes

• As a result of updates to the certificate in the Zebra PTT Pro iOS client, customers using the PTT Pro iOS client must upgrade to this version (1.0.11082) before March 31st, 2023, to avoid impact.
• The PTT Pro Generation 2 iOS client requires iOS 14 or higher. Manual or email installation is supported. Refer to the installation manual for more details.
• You must uninstall the Generation 1 version of this application prior to installing Generation 2. Using both versions of the application on the same device is not supported.
• Application use is described in the quick start and user guides listed below.
• Zebra PTT Pro iOS Client is not available to the following countries from the Apple App Store:
  • China
  • Egypt
  • Georgia
  • Jordan
  • Qatar
  • Pakistan

Android Language Support

The Zebra PTT Pro for Android supports the following languages:

• English
• French (Canada)
• French (France)

Known Issues

• 'Audio recording error, bring the PTT Pro app to the foreground' occurs during Bluetooth headset calls when the device is locked or on the home screen.
• Can't initiate call with Aina BT headset's PTT button.
• ZEMS message notifications display as First Name Last Name, regardless of the configured display name, when the application is in the background.
• Audio/video options are unavailable during message composition on a fresh login.
• PTT Pro auto-closes during AirWatch upgrade.

Important Links

The following guides can be found at https://www.zebra.com/us/en/support-downloads/software/productivity-apps/push-to-talk-pro.html:

• Workcloud Communication Zebra PTT Pro Installation Guide MN00265808
• Workcloud Communication Zebra PTT Pro Version 1.0 Quick Start Guide for iOS
• Workcloud Communication Zebra PTT Pro Version 1.0 User Guide for iOS
• Workcloud Communication Zebra PTT Pro Management Portal Customer Administrator Guide MN-002777-04

About Zebra PTT Pro

Workcloud Communication PTT Pro connects your workforce with enterprise-class instant PTT and secure messaging services that support text, images, audio, and video. Now, workers can talk to any user or group with the press of a button – no more waiting for a callback or phone tag. You can barge into an ongoing PTT call in the event of an emergency – and you can set a Priority Caller level so that specific users will always override any call in progress. With User Presence information, workers can identify who is available before placing a call or sending a text, audio, or video message to ensure an instant connection. And unlike consumer cellular standard text message services, all text messages are encrypted in-transit, meeting enterprise security needs. Services are available over cellular* and Wi-Fi networks, so they are always available to your workers, regardless of where they are located. Visibility into the status of every user provides workers with the intelligence to select the best contact that is available to provide an answer, right now. And deployment couldn't be easier – just subscribe to these Workcloud Communication PTT Pro cloud-based services and your workers are up and running. Get the power of one with Workcloud Communication. One solution that provides enterprise-class PTT and secure messaging. One connected workforce. And all the communication services your workers need – data, voice and multi-media messaging – all on a single device.