Release notes

Kiox

07/2022: Release Notes for Kiox version 4.0.4.0

Improvements:

  • General improvements in stability and performance.
07/2021: Release Notes for Kiox software version 4.0.2.0

New features:

New values added: Go to Kiox Settings > Screens and set up a new screen or edit an existing one to be able to select the new values: "Estimated time of arrival", "Distance to destination", "Time to destination", "Ascent", "Descent", "Riding mode usage" and "Power contribution".

Improvements:

  • Map update: the maps for the eBike Connect smartphone app were updated as of October 2020. 
  • Visual improvements
  • General improvements in stability and performance.
03/2021: Release Notes for Kiox software version 3.1.1.0

Improvements:

  • More assistance: The two-stages walk assistance is now active for 10 seconds.
  • Optimized startup time. 
  • General improvements in stability and performance. 

 

07/2020: Release Notes for Kiox software version 3.0.1.0

New features:

  • Navigation: The new Kiox navigation function is started via the smartphone. The on-board computer is connected via Bluetooth and indicates the planned route on the display as a line showing the route. The view on the display rotates in the direction of movement while riding and Kiox also shows the distance to the destination.
  • Route planning: Routes can be planned with ease in the eBike Connect app or in the online portal. These are then transferred to Kiox via the app. When connected with komoot or Outdooractive, they can discover many more routes nearby.
  • Custom display: Screens and the choice of riding data to be displayed can be easily configured directly on Kiox and thus adapted to your own needs.

Improvements:

  • Manual slideshow: With Kiox in offboard mode, the various screens can be scrolled through by pressing the light button.
  • Last screen: Kiox always starts with the last screen selected before shutdown.
  • Battery charge status: When Kiox is mounted on the eBike, the battery symbol is replaced by a "-" until system information is available.
  • Heart rate monitor: Even if the eBike Connect smartphone app has been closed during the trip, heart rate information is still displayed within an activity.
10/2019: Release Notes for Kiox software version 2.0.0.0

New features:

  • ABS: The ABS status indicator has been integrated into Kiox. If ABS and Kiox are combined, additional hardware (such as the 'control light') is not required.
  • eSuspension: The fully integrated electronically controllable suspension can be easily controlled via the Kiox on-board computer. The eSuspension modes can be selected directly in Kiox.
  • Lock: The new premium 'Lock' function offers additional protection against theft. Once set up in the eBike Connect Smartphone app, Lock ensures that motor support is only provided in conjunction with the activated Kiox.

Nyon

07/2023: Release Notes for Nyon (BUI350) Version 4.0.1.0

Improvements:

  • A map update is available.
  • General improvements in stability and performance.
04/2022: Release notes for Nyon (BUI350) software version 3.0.0.0

New features:

  • Map view for search results: Find points of interest (POI) with your Nyon - switch from list view to map view to see the location of a POI on the map. Start navigating to the POI of your choice by selecting it in the map view. Tap the blue icon to switch between the two views.
  • Autozoom: If you approach a bend or intersection and reduce your speed, the map view on your Nyon changes automatically. It now shows you the detailed view of your surroundings. The speed-dependent automatic map zoom is available in 2D map mode. Activate the option under "Map settings".
  • Display of waypoints: In the eBike Connect online portal, you can plan your tours including stop-off points - select up to eight from the list of POIs or add further destinations. These stop-off points, also called waypoints, are now displayed on your Nyon during navigation. Nyon signals you with a short tone when you have reached a waypoint. During the ride, you have the flexibility to simply skip planned waypoints - Nyon will take you to the next waypoint. Please note that you can only plan your tours with waypoints in the eBike Connect online portal.
  • Track fitness goals: This new feature allows you to set personal goals and track them directly on Nyon. How many calories do you want to burn this week? How much distance do you want to cover this month, and in how much time? How many metres of altitude do you want to conquer this year? - By tapping on the goals screen, you can switch between the different views to track your progress live. You can set your desired values in the settings under Tile settings > Screens & tiles > Goals. Optionally, you can also access the settings via the cogwheel icon in the tile.
  • Extension of the savings screen: You can now track how many CO2 emissions you can save with your eBike compared to trips by car. By tapping on the savings screen, you can switch between the two views: Money or CO2 savings.
  • Automatic display brightness: You can either set the brightness of your Nyon display manually or leave this task to the integrated ambient light sensor. This automatically adjusts the screen brightness to the respective lighting conditions. In addition, you can determine the intensity of the brightness control in automatic mode - if your eyes are sensitive to bright light, move the slider to the minus range. If you need more brightness, move the slider to the right. Regardless of the setting you make, the display brightness is still controlled automatically - but it takes your personal preference into account.

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material was updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes the online portal and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • Menu structure: A clearer menu structure provides a quick overview. Where it makes sense, we have added direct access to the settings.
  • General improvements for stability and performance.

Note: After installing this update, your current maps will be deleted and will need to be re-downloaded.

04/2022: Release Notes for Nyon software version 1.9.2.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 907) and 2.9.2.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 915).*

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material was updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes the online portal and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • General improvements for stability and performance.

* The part number is shown on the back of your device (10 digits).

07/2021: Release Notes for Nyon (BUI350) software version 2.0.3.0

New features:

  • Weather screen: enjoy AccuWeather® weather forecasts directly on your Nyon. Decide on the best time to start your ride to reach your target destination dry and happy. By tapping on the three dots on the weather screen on Nyon, you can choose between the current weather and temperature, probability of rain or the UV index and forecasts for the next five hours.
    Just ensure that Nyon is connected via Bluetooth® to your internet-enabled smartphone and is running the eBike Connect app. Then step outdoors so that the weather at your location can be correctly determined."
  • Altitude profile: go to screen management and set up a large tile to be able to see the altitude profile of your current trip. Tap on the screen to switch between a zoomed view and the altitude profile of the entire trip.
  • Battery charge status: go to screen management and set up a small tile to be able to see the charge status of your smartphone on Nyon.
  • Search results on the map: when planning your next trip on Nyon you can either choose to see the search results in a list or have them displayed within the map for better orientation. Just tap onto the pin in order to select your destination.
  • Recommended maps: Nyon automatically checks which region or country is closest to your current location and makes suggestions on which map to download.

Improvements:

  • Map update: the maps were updated as of October 2020. The update also includes the eBike Connect smartphone app and online portal. 
  • Savings screen update: find out how much you could save by choosing to use your eBike instead of an electric car. We have also added the gallon and miles units for our U.S. users.
  • Map colour style: manually change the map colour style and choose between automatic, day, night or background mode.
  • Some minor visual improvements
  • General improvements in stability and performance.

Note: After you have installed this update, your current maps will be deleted and need to be downloaded again.

03/2021: Release Notes for Nyon (BUI350) software version1.2.1.0

New features:

  • Savings Screen: If you want to find out how much you could save by choosing to use your eBike instead of a car, check out the info on the new Savings Screen. This is activated in the screen management settings. You can also see a comparison of the current and previous weeks, or choose a different currency in the settings.
  • Assisted GNSS: The connection between Nyon and your smartphone can significantly improve the quality and precision of the satellite connection. That means you can enjoy a faster start to your next guided tour, and smooth and precise tracking of your activity.
  • Start fast: Find your next route in the eBike Connect app, tap on “Start route on Nyon” and you’re good to go. Your planned route is automatically transferred to Nyon and you can start your navigation. 
  • Follow the initial plan: If you just want to follow the route you initially planned, you now have the possibility to disable automatic re-routing on Nyon.
  • A scale on the map: While zooming or panning on the map screen, Nyon will show a scale indication, to help you determine the current zoom level.
  • The time-zone is set automatically via the GNSS signal.

Improvements:

  • More assistance: The two-stages walk assistance is now active for 10 seconds. The active support status is displayed as a green bar indicator.
  • Introduction screens: Besides touch, you can also use the remote control unit to browse through the introduction screens on your Nyon.
  • Optimized algorithms - for more accurate altitude and ascend values.
  • General improvements in stability and performance.

 

 
07/2020: Release Notes for Nyon software version 1.8.0.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 907) and 2.8.0.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 915).*

Improvements:

  • Maps: An update for the maps (status October 2019) is immediately available to download. The map update also includes the eBike Connect smartphone app and the ebike-connect.com online portal.
  • General improvements in relation to stability.

* The part number is shown on the back of your device (10 digits).

11/2018: Release Notes for Nyon software version 1.7.5.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 907) and 2.7.5.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 915).*

New features:

  • Maps: An update for the maps (status June 2018) is immediately available to download. The map update also includes the eBike Connect smartphone app and the ebike-connect.com online portal.
  • Health-related data: you can now decide whether the heart rate data stored in Nyon can be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile. Data such as weight or activity level will not be transferred to Nyon without your explicit consent. Please note that this data is necessary in order to calculate your physical fitness accurately. You can make the settings in the eBike Connect portal under "My profile".
  • Position-dependent data: you can now decide whether the activities stored in Nyon, including GPS data, can be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile. The navigation functions and the details of your home or work address will not be affected. You can make the settings in the eBike Connect portal under "My profile".

* The part number is shown on the back of your device (10 digits).

07/2017: Release Notes for Nyon software version 1.6.0.2 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 907) and 2.6.0.2 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 915). The part number is shown on the back of your device (10 digits).

Preliminary remark:

To ensure that you always have access to the latest features and improvements, we recommend that you update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version. For information on how to update the software on your device, please refer to our FAQs. You can find your Nyon's current software version on the Dashboard.

Improvements:

  • Maps: An update for the maps (status March 2017) is immediately available to download. The map update also includes the eBike Connect smartphone app and the ebike-connect.com online portal.
  • Moving the map view: The map can be moved directly using the joystick. This provides a better overview of the surrounds and the route.
  • Map view in the direction of travel: The orientation of the 2D map view can be determined in the settings - northerly direction or direction of travel.
  • eMTB mode: The new riding mode for the Performance Line CX replaces the previous Sport mode and switches between the Tour and Turbo riding modes.
  • Energy consumption display: Energy consumption over the last few kilometres covered can be displayed within the user-defined screens.
  • DualBattery: The charging states of the PowerPacks are displayed separately in the settings.
  • Altitude profile display: The altitude profile or the map is displayed in navigation mode.
  • New keypad layout: The new keypad layout (typewriter) ensures that destinations can be entered easily and conveniently.
  • eShift: Support for Shimano and Rohloff integrated electronic gear shifting.
  • System information: The screen has been revised and extended to include further details on the individual components.
  • SMS: An error when displaying SMS messages has been fixed.

Android-App

10/2023: Release Notes for Android Version 5.3.0

New features:

  • Improved navigation: You have found a nice route and want to start navigating on Kiox immediately – no matter where you are? In the revised Saved Routes menu, you can now select whether you want to be navigated to the start or destination of the route or start the route directly from your current position. If you're still not sure what to choose, we've included a few hints in the appropriate places.  
  • All saved routes at a glance: From now on you can view all your saved routes in the eBike Connect app, without any restrictions. It doesn't matter whether the routes were saved in eBike Connect, komoot or Outdooractive: With the update you can see them all in your eBike Connect app. Simply drag the list from the bottom to the top to load more saved routes. 
    You can find your saved routes as usual in the map area under the symbol with the right turn arrow at the bottom right of the screen.

Improvements:

  • A small improvement in the route planning menu now gives you more information about the active route profile without losing sight of the map view. You can still get more details by dragging the three dots at the bottom of the screen.
  • From now on, only routes that are marked as Bike category in komoot will be imported into the eBike Connect app. 
08/2023: Release Notes for Android version 5.2.0

New features:

  • Remember locations: You can now set markers for locations in the map view of the eBike Connect app and include them in your route. You can access this function via the new bookmark icon in the map area of the app at the bottom left. For example, park your car, bookmark the parking position and start your eBike ride - that way, you can navigate back to the car later. You can also use this icon to add your current location to your saved locations directly from the eBike Connect app.
  • Extended activity details: You can now find more parameters in the detailed view of your activities (maximum heart rate, maximum cadence, maximum elevation).  

Improvements:

  • We have made a number of minor bug fixes and improvements, for example, renaming your eBike is now also possible in the app.

 

04/2023: Release Notes for Android app Version 5.1.0

New features:

  • Adjusting a route created in the app at a later date is now possible. In the map area you will find many new options to edit the routes you have already created. Add new stopovers, change the order of the planned stops, turn the originally planned route into a round trip and much more. Ultimately, you decide whether you want to save your changes or create a new tour from them.
  • When you plan your next trip, it no longer has to be based solely on your current location: you decide where your next experience begins. Use the new function to enter the start address directly or tap on the map and select where the route should start from.
  • Sharing directly from the app now works for all eBike Connect or Outdooractive tours: simply select the desired Tour, export as GPX and use the share options of your smartphone.

Improvements:

  • The map material has been updated for the portal and app (version October 2022).
10/2022: Release Notes for Android app Version 5.0.0

New features:

  • Import your GPX files directly in the eBike Connect app: As with the online portal, you can now upload your self-created or shared routes directly in the smartphone app in the ‘Map’ section and follow them using Kiox or Nyon displays. You can even receive turn-by-turn navigation instructions.

Improvements:

  • We have also fixed some minor bugs and made some improvements - for example altitude and ascent/descent values are now more accurate.
07/2022: Release Notes for Android app version 4.9.0

New features:

  • Strava: Record your activity data and sync it with your community on Strava. Once you have linked your Strava account in the eBike Connect app, you can automagically synchronise all your newly recorded activities to your Strava profile. In addition to individual segments, also the daily summary can be automatically uploaded to Strava. Visit the eBike Connect app settings under "Settings" > "Connected apps" > "Strava" to set this up.

Improvements:

  • Similar to the implementation in the online portal, you can now reset the changes you've done using the custom riding modes premium feature, change your e-mail address and show your average power output in the activities summary.
  • Trying to connect your app to an incompatible Bosch eBike system? We made sure you'd get notified about that.
  • Technical improvements for our Help Center.
  • General improvements for stability and performance.
04/2022: Release Notes for Android app software version 4.8.0

New features:

  • Google Fit: Activate the connection to Google Fit just once to ensure that all your rides are automatically logged in the Google Fit app. Open the settings of the eBike Connect app and activate the connection to the Google Fit app under "Connected apps".
  • Help Center: Our Help Center provides quick assistance. You will find answers to important questions, as well as useful tips. You can now also find the contents of the Help Center in your eBike Connect app under "More" > "Help Center".
  • Measurement units: Go to "My profile" and choose between metric or imperial units.

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material has been updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect online portal.
  • Improved value calculation: A few improvements provide more accurate altitude and ascent/descent values when planning routes in eBike Connect.
  • komoot: Similar to the implementation in the online portal, you decide whether, in addition to individual segments, only the daily summary should be synchronised with your komoot profile. You can control this setting in the eBike Connect app under "Settings" > "Connected apps" > "komoot".
  • Menu structure: A clearer menu structure in the map screen provides a quick overview.
  • Extended support for core features: We have optimised our app to offer more functionalities for devices without Google Services. Map functions and route planning, navigation or activity tracking benefit from this improvement.
  • To use eBike Connect, you need at least Android 6.
10/2021: Release Notes for Android app software version 4.7.0

New features:

  • Status overview: Are you familiar with our status overview page? It will keep you up-to-date with the current status of our systems, as well as announcements on planned maintenance. You can find the page with the latest information under "More" > "System status".

Improvements:

  • Optimisation for Android 12
  • Optimisation of the map and navigation feature
07/2021: Release Notes for Android app software version 4.6.1

General improvements in stability and performance.

07/2021: Release Notes for Android app software version 4.6.0

New features:

  • Edit your saved locations: you can now not only rename but also fully edit your saved locations. Go to Map > Saved locations > tap on the info icon > change the name or address of your saved location. Tip: add or change your home and work addresses in the eBike Connect app and get directions faster.
  • eBike battery charge status: Under "My eBike" you can see the current charge status of your Nyon equipped eBike battery, displayed directly beneath the bike icon.
  • Synchronise your komoot planned tours to eBike Connect: in addition to the automatic synchronisation of komoot planned tours to eBike Connect, you can now manually trigger this process. You'll find the new button on the upper right side of the screen under Map > Saved routes.

Improvements:

  • Maps: The maps were updated as of October 2020. The map update also includes Nyon (BUI350) and the eBike Connect online portal. 
  • Ascent & Descent: When using Kiox for you rides, under Activities > Activity > swipe once to the left to see the values for ascent and descent.
  • Addressed some issues with inaccurate altitude and ascent/descent values.
  • General improvements in stability and performance.
02/2021: Release Notes for iOS and Android App software version 4.5.0

New features:

  • Newsletter: Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up to date with  current stories, news and product updates from Bosch eBike Systems.

Improvements:

  • FAQ: We have expanded our FAQ section and added FAQs for Nyon (BUI350).
  • General improvements in stability and performance
11/2020: Release Notes for Android App software version 4.3.0

New features:

  • Update your Kiox: This release introduces the option to manually check whether an update is available for your Kiox on-board computer. Start the eBike Connect app, go to "My eBike", tap on the Kiox you've already connected and select "Check for software update". If there is a new software update available, it will start automatically as soon as your Kiox is connected to the eBike Connect app.
  • Shop for premium features: In the eBike Connect app you can search for additional premium features such as Lock or custom riding modes. You can check whether there are premium features available for your on-board computer by selecting "More" and then "Shop" in the app. The Shop menu will appear greyed out if there are no features available for your eBike.

Improvements:

  • Layout improvements
  • General improvements in stability and performance
07/2020: Release Notes for Android App software version 4.0.0

New features:

  • Support for Nyon: The successor Nyon is now also integrated in the eBike Connect smartphone app. Nyon can now be selected under "My eBike".
  • Navigation with Kiox: The new Kiox navigation function is started on the smartphone. The on-board computer is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth and indicates the planned tour on Kiox in the form of a line.
  • Additional languages: The eBike Connect app has been translated into Japanese.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in relation to stability.
03/2020: Release Notes for Android App software version 3.4.0

New features:

  • Battery consumption: We have made a few adjustments in order to optimise the battery life of your smartphone.
  • Kiox: The automatic search for Kiox in the app can now be interrupted directly in the notification and, if necessary, reactivated later under My eBike.
  • Stored routes and locations: Saved routes can now also be deleted within the eBike Connect app (with the exception of komoot routes). It is also possible to change or delete a saved location.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in relation to stability.
10/2019: Release Notes for Android App software version 3.2.0

New features:

  • komoot - Starting right now, cyclists will also be able to discover new cycling routes with the komoot route planning and navigation app. Once you have linked both accounts in the eBike Connect App, you can easily synchronise your activities and routes with komoot.
  • The revised user interface allows easier orientation within your app.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in user experience.
10/2019: Release Notes for Android App Version 3.0.4

New features:

  • Lock for Kiox: You can now purchase the new premium feature 'Lock' in the eBike Connect app shop. Please make sure your Kiox has the latest version installed. The feature is available for Kiox only.
  • New languages: Our app has been translated into the languages Bulgarian, Croatian, Romanian, Greek, Estonian, Finnish, Hungarian, Lithuanian and Slovenian.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in user experience.
06/2019: Release Notes for Android App software version 2.3.0.3

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
05/2019: Release Notes for Android App software version 2.2.9

New features:

  • Kiox: Our sportive display is now also connected to the eBike Connect smartphone app. From now on Kiox is selectable in App under "My eBike". Once connected via Bluetooth with the smartphone app eBike Connect, Kiox records your trips and sends all relevant data to the app and, if your smartphone is connected to the internet, to the online portal eBike Connect. The app on the other hand records GPS data. This information is then combined with the trip data from Kiox - for an overview and analysis of all activities after driving in the app or in the online portal.
  • Map Manager: The entire feature is available again in the present version of this app.
  • Zoom function within an activity: The zoom feature in the map section of an activity is available again. A click on the map within the activity opens a full-screen, zoomable map view of the route.
  • Facebook login: You can no longer login to the eBike Connect app using Facebook. If you used to login only via Facebook and did not choose an eBike Connect password, please use the “Forgot password” link and create a new password using the e-mail address associated with your Facebook account. That way you can ensure your previously recorded data won’t get lost.

Improvements:

  • Battery charge status: Under "My eBike" you can see the current charge status of your system, displayed right next to the bike icon. This feature is offered in conjunction with Nyon.
  • Ongoing activity: There is a new feed card, being displayed in the event of an ongoing activity.
  • General improvements in stability
12/2018: Release Notes for Android App software version 2.0.4

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
11/2018: Release Notes for Android App Version 2.0.3

New features:

  • Saving routes: Save the routes you have planned with the app. The saved routes are available in "My routes" in the eBike Connect app, in the portal and in Nyon.
  • Maps: The maps were updated as of June 2018. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect online portal.
  • Revised user interface and new design to make navigating through the functions and screens even easier.
  • Feed: For example, the feed will provide you with information and up-to-the-minute news or will remind you to complete your fitness information.
  • T&Cs, privacy policy and service description: We updated our T&Cs, privacy policy and service description in November 2018.
  • Data protection settings: you can now decide whether the heart rate data stored in Nyon can be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile. Likewise, data such as weight or activity level will not be transferred to Nyon without your explicit consent. GPS data may also only be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile with your approval.

Improvements:

  • Revision of the FAQs.
  • Improved tour planning.
  • Better quality Bluetooth connection.
  • General improvements in stability.

Note: Please appreciate that the following functions need to be deactivated temporarily.

  • Maps Manager: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. Already downloaded maps will be deleted after the update.
  • Displaying incoming messages: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app.
  • Deleting fitness data: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. However, you can delete your data in the eBike Connect portal under "My profile".
  • Login with Facebook: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. However, you can log into the portal with Facebook as usual.
  • Zoom function within an activity: The zoom feature in the map section of an activity is temporarily unavailable.
08/2018: Release Notes for Android App software version 1.6.4

Improvements:

  • Updated Facebook share settings.
  • Patches and improved stability.
05/2018: Release Notes for Android App Version 1.6.3

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
  • Updated data privacy policy.
02/2018: Release Notes for Android App software version 1.6.1

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • Updated data privacy policy.
  • Optimisation for Android 8.
  • Patches and improved stability.
07/2017: Release Notes for Android App software version 1.6.0

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • New map stand (March 2017)
  • Revised card manager with new functions
  • Revised activities view
  • Change to the selection of new screen designs
  • Optimised exchange of data between the app, Nyon and the portal
  • Improving the stability of the app

iOS-App

10/2023: Release Notes for iOS Version 5.3.0

New features:

  • Improved navigation: You have found a nice route and want to start navigating on Kiox immediately – no matter where you are? In the revised Saved Routes menu, you can now select whether you want to be navigated to the start or destination of the route or start the route directly from your current position. If you're still not sure what to choose, we've included a few hints in the appropriate places.
  • All saved routes at a glance: From now on you can view all your saved routes in the eBike Connect app, without any restrictions. It doesn't matter whether the routes were saved in eBike Connect, komoot or Outdooractive: With the update you can see them all in your eBike Connect app. Simply drag the list from the bottom to the top to load more saved routes. 
    You can find your saved routes as usual in the map area under the symbol with the right turn arrow at the bottom right of the screen.

Improvements:

  • A small improvement in the route planning menu now gives you more information about the active route profile without losing sight of the map view. You can still get more details by dragging the three dots at the bottom of the screen.
  • From now on, only routes that are marked as Bike category in komoot will be imported into the eBike Connect app. 
  • The current eBike battery status is now regularly updated in the eBike Connect app so that you can always see the latest status.
  • We have also corrected a few things: For example, we made sure that the correct values are being sent to the Apple Fitness app.
08/2023: Release Notes for iOS version 5.2.0

New features:

  • Remember locations: You can now set markers for locations in the map view of the eBike Connect app and include them in your route. You can access this function via the new bookmark icon in the map area of the app at the bottom left. For example, park your car, bookmark the parking position and start your eBike ride - that way, you can navigate back to the car later. You can also use this icon to add your current location to your saved locations directly from the eBike Connect app.
  • Extended activity details: You can now find more parameters in the detailed view of your activities (maximum heart rate, maximum cadence, maximum elevation). 

Improvements:

  • We have updated the battery widget for the lock screen on Apple devices. You can now display the battery status in two different layouts.
  • We have made a number of minor bug fixes and improvements, for example, renaming your eBike is now also possible in the app.
04/2023: Release Notes for iOS app Version 5.1.0

New features:

  • Adjusting a route created in the app at a later date is now possible. In the map area you will find many new options to edit the routes you have already created. Add new stopovers, change the order of the planned stops, turn the originally planned route into a round trip and much more. Ultimately, you decide whether you want to save your changes or create a new tour from them.
  • When you plan your next trip, it no longer has to be based solely on your current location: you decide where your next experience begins. Use the new function to enter the start address directly or tap on the map and select where the route should start from.
  • Sharing directly from the app now works for all eBike Connect or Outdooractive tours: simply select the desired Tour, export as GPX and use the share options of your smartphone.
  • With immediate effect, you can also transfer the heart rate recorded by the Apple Watch to eBike Connect. This will add more data to your ride statistics. This way you can track your fitness goals more efficiently – and achieve them.
  • How does it work? After installing the latest update, the eBike Connect Watch app will automatically appear on your Apple Watch. Open it and follow the instructions there to sync your heart rate data from the Apple Watch to eBike Connect.
  • Nyon and Kiox users take note: the transmission of Apple Watch heart rate data with eBike Connect only works if Nyon and Kiox users take note: the transmission between Apple Watch heart rate data and eBike Connect only works if there is an active connection between Nyon and the smartphone for the entire ride.

Improvements:

  • The map material has been updated for the portal and app (version October 2022).
11/2022: Release Notes for iOS app Version 5.0.1

Improvements:

  • In this version we have made sure that the newly introduced GPX import feature is working correctly for all GPX files.
10/2022: Release Notes for iOS app Version 5.0.0

New features:

  • Import your GPX files directly in the eBike Connect app: As with the online portal, you can now upload your self-created or shared routes directly in the smartphone app in the ‘Map’ section and follow them using Kiox or Nyon displays. You can even receive turn-by-turn navigation instructions.


Improvements:

  • We have also fixed some minor bugs and made some improvements - for example, we have improved the way the map is displayed in ‘Offline’ mode and also optimised the search function when you don't have an active internet connection.
07/2022: Release Notes for iOS app version 4.9.0

New features:

  • Strava: Record your activity data and sync it with your community on Strava. Once you have linked your Strava account in the eBike Connect app, you can automagically synchronise all your newly recorded activities to your Strava profile. In addition to individual segments, also the daily summary can be automatically uploaded to Strava. Visit the eBike Connect app settings under "Settings" > "Connected apps" > "Strava" to set this up.

Improvements:

  • Similar to the implementation in the online portal, you can now reset the changes you've done using the custom riding modes premium feature, change your e-mail address and show your average power output in the activities summary.
  • Trying to connect your app to an incompatible Bosch eBike system? We made sure you'd get notified about that.
  • Technical improvements for our Help Center.
  • General improvements for stability and performance.
04/2022: Release Notes for iOS app software version 4.8.1

In this version we have made sure that the eBike Connect Widget is working correctly again.

04/2022: Release Notes for iOS app software version 4.8.0

New features:

  • Apple Health: Activate the connection to Apple Health just once to ensure all your rides are automatically logged in the Apple Health app. Open the settings of the eBike Connect app and activate the connection to the Health app under "Connected apps".
  • Help Center: Our Help Center provides quick assistance. You will find answers to important questions, as well as useful tips. You can now also find the contents of the Help Center in your eBike Connect app under "More" > "Help Center".
  • Measurement units: Go to "My profile" and choose between metric or imperial units.

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material has been updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect online portal.
  • Improved value calculation: A few improvements provide more accurate altitude and ascent/descent values when planning routes in eBike Connect.
  • komoot: Similar to the implementation in the online portal, you decide whether, in addition to individual segments, only the daily summary should be synchronised with your komoot profile. You can control this setting in the eBike Connect app under "Settings" > "Connected apps" > "komoot".
  • eBike Connect Widget: On the home screen on your iPhone, you will find the display of the current eBike battery charge level and the total distance covered. We have made a few improvements to ensure stable functiomality. We offer this function in connection with Kiox or Nyon. The function is compatible with all devices on which iOS 14 or newer is available.
  • Menu structure: A clearer menu structure in the map screen provides a quick overview.
  • To use eBike Connect, you need at least iOS 12.
10/2021: Release Notes for iOS app software version 4.7.0

New features:

  • Status overview: Are you familiar with our status overview page? It will keep you up-to-date with the current status of our systems, as well as announcements on planned maintenance. You can find the page with the latest information under "More" > "System status".

Improvements:

  • Optimisation for iOS 15
  • A few corrections such as the partially incorrect display of the charging status of your eBike battery or the manual synchronisation of your activities with komoot.
07/2021: Release Notes for iOS app software version 4.6.1

General improvements in stability and performance.

07/2021: Release Notes for iOS app software version 4.6.0

New features:

  • Edit your saved locations: you can now not only rename but also fully edit your saved locations. Go to Map > Saved locations > tap on the info icon > change the name or address of your saved location. Tip: add or change your home and work addresses in the eBike Connect app and get directions faster.
  • eBike battery charge status: Under "My eBike" you can see the current charge status of your Nyon equipped eBike battery, displayed directly beneath the bike icon.
  • Synchronise your komoot planned tours to eBike Connect: in addition to the automatic synchronisation of komoot planned tours to eBike Connect, you can now manually trigger this process. You'll find the new button on the upper right side of the screen under Map > Saved routes.

Improvements:

  • Maps: The maps were updated as of October 2020. The map update also includes Nyon (BUI350) and the eBike Connect online portal. 
  • Ascent & Descent: When using Kiox for you rides, under Activities > Activity > swipe once to the left to see the values for ascent and descent.
  • Addressed some issues with inaccurate altitude and ascent/descent values.
  • General improvements in stability and performance.
02/2021: Release Notes for iOS and Android App software version 4.5.0

New features:

  • Newsletter: Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up to date with  current stories, news and product updates from Bosch eBike Systems.

Improvements:

  • FAQ: We have expanded our FAQ section and added FAQs for Nyon (BUI350).
  • General improvements in stability and performance
11/2020: Release Notes for iOS App software version 4.3.0

New features:

  • Update your Kiox: This release introduces the option to manually check whether an update is available for your Kiox on-board computer. Start the eBike Connect app, go to "My eBike", tap on the Kiox you've already connected and select "Check for software update". If there is a new software update available, it will start automatically as soon as your Kiox is connected to the eBike Connect app.
  • Shop for premium features: In the eBike Connect app you can search for additional premium features such as Lock or custom riding modes. You can check whether there are premium features available for your on-board computer by selecting "More" and then "Shop" in the app. The Shop menu will appear greyed out if there are no features available for your eBike.

Improvements:

  • Optimisations for iOS 14
  • Layout improvements
  • General improvements in stability and performance
07/2020: Release Notes for iOS App software version 4.1.0

Improvements:

  • Bluetooth: we have optimized the data transfer via Bluetooth between app and connected display (Kiox, Nyon) and thus improved the quality of our navigation.
07/2020: Release Notes for iOS App software version 4.0.1

New features:

  • Support for Nyon: The successor Nyon is now also integrated in the eBike Connect smartphone app. Nyon can now be selected under "My eBike".
  • Navigation with Kiox: The new Kiox navigation function is started on the smartphone. The on-board computer is connected to the smartphone via Bluetooth and indicates the planned tour on Kiox in the form of a line.
  • Additional languages: The eBike Connect app has been translated into Japanese.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in relation to stability.
03/2020: Release Notes for iOS App software version 3.4.0

Improvements:

  • General improvements in relation to stability.
10/2019: Release Notes for iOS App software version 3.2.0

New features:

  • komoot - Starting right now, cyclists will also be able to discover new cycling routes with the komoot route planning and navigation app. Once you have linked both accounts in the eBike Connect App, you can easily synchronise your activities and routes with komoot.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in user experience.
10/2019: Release Notes for iOS App software version 3.0.4

New features:

  • Lock for Kiox: You can now purchase the new premium feature 'Lock' in the eBike Connect app shop. Please make sure your Kiox has the latest version installed. The feature is available for Kiox only.
  • New languages: Our app has been translated into the languages Bulgarian, Croatian, Romanian, Greek, Estonian, Finnish, Hungarian, Lithuanian and Slovenian.

Improvements:

  • General improvements in user experience.
09/2019: Release Notes for iOS App software version 2.3.1.1

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
06/2019: Release Notes for iOS App software version 2.3.0.1

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
05/2019: Release Notes for iOS App software version 2.2.9

New features:

  • Kiox: Our sportive display is now also connected to the eBike Connect smartphone app. From now on Kiox is selectable in App under "My eBike". Once connected via Bluetooth with the smartphone app eBike Connect, Kiox records your trips and sends all relevant data to the app and, if your smartphone is connected to the internet, to the online portal eBike Connect. The app on the other hand records GPS data. This information is then combined with the trip data from Kiox - for an overview and analysis of all activities after driving in the app or in the online portal.
  • Map Manager: The entire feature is available again in the present version of this app.
  • Today View: There is a new widget in the Today View displaying the current eBike battery charge status and the total distance traveled. To add the widget just swipe right over the Home screen or Lock screen and tap on "Edit". This feature is offered in conjunction with Nyon.
  • Zoom function within an activity: The zoom feature in the map section of an activity is available again. A click on the map within the activity opens a full-screen, zoomable map view of the route.
  • Facebook login: You can no longer login to the eBike Connect app using Facebook. If you used to login only via Facebook and did not choose an eBike Connect password, please use the “Forgot password” link and create a new password using the e-mail address associated with your Facebook account. That way you can ensure your previously recorded data won’t get lost.

Improvements:

  • Ongoing activity: There is a new feed card, being displayed in the event of an ongoing activity.
  • Last activity card: A new feed card, showing a map, the distance, duration and speed of your last activity.
  • General improvements in stability
12/2018: Release Notes for iOS App software version 2.0.4

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
11/2018: Release Notes for iOS App software version 2.0.3

New features:

  • Saving routes: Save the routes you have planned with the app. The saved routes are available in "My routes" in the eBike Connect app, in the portal and in Nyon.
  • Maps: The maps were updated as of June 2018. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect online portal.
  • Revised user interface and new design to make navigating through the functions and screens even easier.
  • Feed: Our new News Feed service is now available. The feed will provide you with information and up-to-the-minute news or will remind you to complete your fitness information.
  • Touch navigation: Select your chosen destination by holding your finger down on the map and get navigation advice.
  • T&Cs, privacy policy and service description: We updated our T&Cs, privacy policy and service description in November 2018.
  • Data protection settings: you can now decide whether the heart rate data stored in Nyon can be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile. Likewise, data such as weight or activity level will not be transferred to Nyon without your explicit consent. GPS data may also only be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile with your approval.

Improvements:

  • Revision of the FAQs.
  • Improved tour planning.
  • Better quality Bluetooth connection.
  • General improvements in stability.

Note: Please appreciate that the following functions need to be deactivated temporarily.

  • Maps Manager: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. Already downloaded maps will be deleted after the update.
  • Displaying incoming messages: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app.
  • Deleting fitness data: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. However, you can delete your data in the eBike Connect portal under "My profile".
  • Login with Facebook: This entire feature is unavailable in the present version of this app. However, you can log into the portal with Facebook as usual.
  • Zoom function within an activity: The zoom feature in the map section of an activity is temporarily unavailable.
08/2018: Release Notes for iOS App software version 1.6.4

Improvements:

  • Updated Facebook share settings.
  • Patches and improved stability.
05/2018: Release Notes for iOS App software version 1.6.3

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • Patches and improved stability.
  • Updated data privacy policy.
02/2018: Release Notes for iOS App software version 1.6.1

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • Updated data privacy policy.
  • Support for the iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X.
  • Optimisation for iOS 11.
  • Patches and improved stability.
07/2017: Release Notes for iOS App software version 1.6.0

Preliminary remark:

Please update your Nyon on-board computer to the latest software version.

Improvements:

  • New map stand (March 2017)
  • Revised card manager with new functions
  • Revised activities view
  • Change to the selection of new screen designs
  • Optimised exchange of data between the app, Nyon and the portal
  • Improving the stability of the app

Portal

10/2023: Release Notes for the Portal

Improvements:

  • From now on, only routes that are marked as Bike category on komoot will be imported into the portal.
08/2023: Release Notes for portal

New features:

  • Extended activity details: You can now find more parameters in the detailed view of your activities (maximum heart rate, maximum cadence, maximum elevation). 

Improvements:

  • We have made a number of minor bug fixes and improvements.

 

04/2023: Release notes for portal

New features:

  • You want to quickly adjust the route before you start? This is now possible with a new function in the portal. If you modify a pre-created/saved route later, you can now set it up as a new route. You can then save the planned Tour as a GPX file and share it directly with friends or family.

Improvements:

  • The map material has been updated for the portal and app (version October 2022).
04/2022: Release notes for portal

New features:

  • Search activities: Find a specific eBike tour you have completed - search by name in your list of activities or use the filter function to make your search more specific by tour length or duration.

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material has been updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • Improved value calculation: A few improvements provide more accurate altitude and ascent/descent values when planning routes in eBike Connect.
10/2021: Release notes for portal

New features:

  • komoot: You decide whether, in addition to individual segments, only the daily summary should be synchronised with your komoot profile. You can control this setting in the eBike Connect portal under "Privacy settings" > "komoot".
  • Status overview: Are you familiar with our status overview page? It will keep you up-to-date with the current status of our systems, as well as announcements on planned maintenance. You can find the link in the footer on the login page under eBike-Connect.com.

Improvements:

  • Small visual improvements such as the adjustment of colours, the updating of icons or the correction of the occasional spelling mistake.
07/2021: Release notes for portal

New features:

  • Weather: enjoy AccuWeather® forecasts directly in the eBike Connect portal and plan your ride so you can start your next activity dry and happy. You will find the new tool under Route Planning > Build Routes. Choose a starting point to get the weather forecast for that particular location. 

  • Synchronise your komoot planned tours to eBike Connect: in addition to the automatic synchronisation of komoot planned tours to eBike Connect, you can now manually trigger this process. You'll find the new button above the routes' list in Route Planning > My routes screen.

Improvements:

  • Map update: the maps were updated as of October 2020. The update also includes the eBike Connect smartphone app and Kiox and Nyon (BUI350).

  • Minor visual improvements

  • General improvements in stability and performance.

02/2021: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Newsletter: Subscribe to our newsletter and stay up to date with  current stories, news and product updates from Bosch eBike Systems.

Improvements:

  • Optimized algorithms - for more accurate average values.
11/2020: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Deleting trips: Until now, you were able to delete an eBike ride. With the latest release we introduce the option to delete the whole trip within the eBike Connect portal.
  • New experts on board: We updated the list of Bosch eBike experts on eBike Connect. You can search for the nearest expert by going to “Build route” on the portal and clicking on the flag icon on the left part of the screen.
07/2020: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Support for Nyon: The successor Nyon is now also integrated in the eBike Connect portal. From now, Nyon can be selected in the portal under "My eBike".
  • Additional languages: The ebike-connect.com online portal has been translated into Japanese.

Improvements:

  • FAQ: We have expanded our choice of topics in the eBike Connect portal. For example with questions and answers on the new Nyon and navigation with Kiox.
  • Minor visual improvements and patches.
10/2019: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • komoot - Starting right now, cyclists will also be able to discover new cycling routes with the komoot route planning and navigation app. Once both accounts have been linked, eBike Connect users can easily synchronise their activities and routes with komoot.
  • FAQ - The FAQ area of our portal has been completely revised. The new filter function lets you access the area you want with just a few clicks.
10/2019: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Other languages: Our online portal ebike-connect.com has been translated into Bulgarian, Croatian, Romanian, Greek, Estonian, Finnish, Hungarian, Lithuanian and Slovenian.
  • Lock: If a user attempts to delete a Kiox display with active Lock feature, a warning message appears in the portal.

Improvements:

  • FAQ: We have expanded our choice of topics in the “eBike Connect“ portal to include questions and answers about Lock.
  • Privacy policy and service description: We updated our privacy policy and service description with effect from July 2019.
05/2019: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Kiox: Our sportive display is now also connected to the eBike Connect portal. From now on Kiox is selectable in the portal under "My eBike". Connected via Bluetooth with the smartphone app eBike Connect, Kiox delivers your recorded data to the portal - for an overview and evaluation of all activities after the journey in the app or in the online portal.
  • New country and language settings: After logging into the eBike Connect portal, you will be asked to select the country and preferred language for viewing our website. All e-mail alerts will also be displayed in the language you have selected. You can change this setting at any time under "My profile".
  • New design and structure: The eBike Connect portal has again undergone some structural and layout improvements. Areas like "My eBike" have been redesigned from scratch. From now on all components of your eBike will be displayed with information such as current software version or last synchronization. Also the area "Activities" has been completely redesigned.

Improvements:

  • Privacy Policy and Service Description: As of May 2019, we have updated our privacy policy and service description.
  • FAQ: We have extended our topic collection in the eBike Connect portal with some questions and answers about Kiox.
11/2018: Release Notes for Portal

New features:

  • Explore: From now on you can find, select and save Outdooractive routes under "Route Planning > Explore". These will then be transferred to Nyon, enabling you to navigate them with ease.
  • Maps: The maps were updated as of June 2018. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • Data protection settings: you can now decide whether the heart rate data stored in Nyon can be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile. Likewise, data such as weight or activity level will not be transferred to Nyon without your explicit consent. GPS data may also only be transferred to your eBike Connect user profile with your approval.
  • Deleting activities: You can delete all of your activities under "Privacy settings".
  • T&Cs, privacy policy and service description: We updated our T&Cs, privacy policy and service description in November 2018.

Improvements:

  • Revision of the FAQs.
  • Minor visual improvements and patches.
05/2018: Release Notes for Portal

Improvements:

  • Data privacy policy: We updated our privacy policy in May 2018. The revised privacy policy can be found here.
02/2018: Release Notes for Portal

New functions:

  • Activity export: you can now also export your activities to your Strava account or, in addition to GPX, save them in the CSV and TCX file types on your computer and share them with other users.
  • Logging in via bosch-ebike.com: It is now also possible to log in on the eBike Connect portal via our end customer website bosch-ebike.com.

Improvements:

  • Data privacy policy: We updated our privacy policy in January 2018. The revised privacy policy, which also includes information on uploading activities to Strava, can be found here.
  • Optimisations for the Chrome browser.
  • Minor visual improvements and patches.
07/2017: Release Notes for Portal

Improvements:

  • Maps: The maps were updated as of March 2017. The map update also includes Nyon and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • Navigation menu: The navigation menu in the ebike-connect.com Nyon portal has been completely redesigned. A number of navigation elements have been regrouped
  • Settings: The settings have been revised and divided into two new menu items. New functions, such as adding additional devices can be found under "eBike System". The personal settings as well as the new option for deleting your own heart rate data can be found under the "Profile" navigation item.
  • Route Planning: The start and end points of the route can be swapped with a single click in order to navigate the route in the opposite direction.
  • POI: The POI list has been extended to include other Bosch eBike experts.
  • Bugs affecting map display and route planning have been fixed.
  • General improvement in terms of stability and performance.
 
09/2020: Release Notes for Nyon (from MY21 onwards)
  • Simple operation:  The touch function makes Nyon even more intuitive and a separate control unit can be used while riding. The robust display remains fully functional even in rainy or dusty conditions, and can even be operated with gloves.    
  • Award-winning design: The 3.2-inch high-resolution colour display has received the Red Dot Design Award.
  • Optimum readability: The display brightness and backlight automatically adjust to the ambient light. A special coating reduces reflections and fingerprints. You can choose between a dark or light display with maximum contrast.
  • Display mount: To ensure the best possible readability, there are two mounting positions to choose from for the display mount. The central mounting above the handlebar is specially designed for eMountain bikers, while touring riders can move the mount further forward.
  • Software updates: Software updates or new maps can be conveniently downloaded over-the-air and installed.  
  • ABS: The Bosch eBike ABS control light is integrated in the display. 
  • Back to the start: The current location can be saved manually, enabling navigation back to this starting position at any time. 
  • Navigating: Enter the next destination, zoom in on the relevant map section, move it and select the destination on the map – all using the touchscreen controls. While riding, notification tones draw your attention to the next instruction.
  • Range information: When a ride is being planned, Nyon shows whether a destination can be reached with the selected motor support. While on the move, Nyon provides an early heads up if a different support mode needs to be selected.
  • Performance comparison: Nyon compares the speed, power and cadence of the current ride with the average values and shows whether your performance is better or worse than the average value. 
  • Lock: The premium 'Lock' function enables motor support to be deactivated by removing the on-board computer, making the pedelec less attractive to thieves. The electronic lock only unlocks again when the same on-board computer is reconnected.
04/2022: Release Notes for Nyon software version 1.9.2.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 907) and 2.9.2.0 (Nyon part number xxxx xxx 915).*

Improvements:

  • Map material: The map material was updated as of October 2021. The map update also includes the online portal and the eBike Connect smartphone app.
  • General improvements for stability and performance.

* The part number is shown on the back of your device (10 digits).