Dynamic keyboard for the Enterprise Browser to display specific keyboards based off of the input type field.
Zebra Link-OS printer support added.
Printer name used instead of UUIDs to recognize a printer
New set of GSW Keyboards to provide a more user-friendly layout with larger keys
Opacity Control – Ability to enable/disable opacity control in GSW keyboards, added to global settings
Full Screen in enterprise browser (swipe up / down on left side of screen to show toolbar)
Keyboard show/hide buttons added
Added ConnectBot version to LADS Licensing Screen
Event 1202 added which is sent on disconnect from server (same structure as 1201)
Defect Resolutions:
Crash when user backs out of the entire value in "Load URL timeout" crash.
Status: Resolved
Android and GSW Keyboard showing in browser
Status: Resolved
Tag field in Upload and Download Configuration screens dropdown button hidden with long configuration names.
Status: Resolved
GSW Keyboard not displaying properly with multiline input field on webpages
Status: Resolved
Configuration Upload status progress not displayed
Status: Resolved
Browser screen not staying awake
Status: Resolved
Accepting Cookie causing crash with SOTI MDM
Status: Resolved
GSW ConnectBot not allowing Keyence Scan Hooks scanner control
Status: Resolved
GSW CB v2.9.139 2023-02-28 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.139
GSW ConnectBot Software
V2.9.139
New Features:
Chat Host automatically created on new install of GSW ConnectBot
High Priority Chat and user replies added to both chat types.
(User response is message ID 1600)
Support for multi-row keys in keyboards.
Defect Resolutions:
Fixes regarding admin/work mode
Status: Resolved
GSW CB v2.9.127 2022-12-23 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.127
GSW ConnectBot Software
V2.9.127
New Features:
Suppport for eBARCODE was added - eBARCODE allows for scan key to be added to the original Android Keyboards to facilitate scanning with the devices's scanner/camera
Support for automatic provisiong through config.xml file
Enhancements for Dashalytics Support
Defect Resolutions:
Two Tap Screen shot now creates folder in LADS using Android ID instead of MAC address since Android 11 does not report MAC address
Status: Resolved
GSW CB v2.9.115 2022-08-29 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.115
GSW ConnectBot Software
V2.9.115
New Features:
TE (SSH and Telnet Connections) Scan Logging Support
Honeywell
Zebra
Datalogic
Automatically configures DataWedge profile for GSW ConnectBot TE & Web
This feature can be enabled in the Global Settings under BI Settings "Track Scans"
HTTP Server in GSW Connectbot
The user is able to enable/disable from global config settings.
This setting is saved on the device and is permanent unless changed. But it is not uploaded to LADS with a "Config Upload"
This is required while using Dashalytics with GSW ConnectBot.
GSW ConnectBot / Dashalytics Features enabled by the HTTP Server
Notifications to GSW ConnectBot from Dashalytics (used in messaging)
Ping to GSW ConnectBot (Easily locate devices with a 2-second vibration, and audible sound) from Dashalytics
Request detailed battery information
Configure BI messages sent to Dashalytics
Release License from Dashalytics
Added support for GPS tracking while the GSW ConnectBot is in the background / the device is locked.
This shows a notification that contains the device's GPS coordinates (required for privacy regulations).
This feature can be enabled/disabled in the Global settings.
GSW Web Browers setting allows to enable and disable the home button. Sets whether the WebView should enable the Home button (enabled/disabled)
Support characters in Unicode that require low and high surrogates this also allows support for emojis
Text changes to licensing screen in Demo Mode with proper notification text
Defect Resolutions:
GSW Connectbot Automatic logon does not work connecting to Linux systems where the “keyboard-interactive” authentication method " is used (GSW Connectbot version 2.9.071 and earlier).
Status: Resolved
Work mode switching to Admin mode after launching the host connection.
Status: Resolved
Important Notes:
Android 11 and higher does not allow for the device's mac address to be captured.
GSW CB v2.9.070 2022-02-01 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.070
Business Intelligence Events
New Business Intelligence event – 100100.
When any Device Telemetry Data variables change, this event is generated.
Battery Status Event 2000 parameter added to indicate charging status.
GSW ConnectBot has Demo mode when unlicensed or has an invalid license. Demo mode is fully functional, and after 30 minutes all connections are closed. Demo mode can be run unlimited times for evaluation only. Demo mode is not intended for production environments.
GSW LADS v1.41.003 now includes a 30 day Temporary License, and can issue 10 Temporary GSW ConnectBot licenses.
GSW ConnectBot will show Temporary and Permanent licenses and the licensing process – either Manual or LADS
Business Intelligence message code 5000 added. Reports scan data from browser-connections using the GSW Unified Scanner code
GSW CB v2.9.069 2022-01-25 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.069
Business Intelligence Events
New Business Intelligence event – 100100.
When any Device Telemetry Data variables change, this event is generated.
Battery Status Event 2000 parameter added to indicate charging status.
GSW ConnectBot has Demo mode when unlicensed or has an invalid license. Demo mode is fully functional, and after 30 minutes all connections are closed. Demo mode can be run unlimited times for evaluation only. Demo mode is not intended for production environments.
GSW LADS v1.41.003 now includes a 30 day Temporary License, and can issue 10 Temporary GSW ConnectBot licenses.
GSW ConnectBot will show Temporary and Permanent licenses and the licensing process – either Manual or LADS
GSW CB v2.9.062 2021-12-09 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.062
GSW ConnectBot 2.9.062. - December 10, 2021
Compatibility Notes -
Important if GSW ConnectBot version 2.8.085+ configuration includes web hosts (http, https), and is uploaded to GSW LADS, it must NOT be downloaded to earlier versions of GSW ConnectBot.
If a web host configuration is downloaded on an earlier version and launched or edited - the GSW ConnectBot Application will crash.
Major GSW ConnectBot/LADs Feature Release
Added enhancements to Apache Cordova support for scanners made by these manufacturers:
Honeywell
Zebra
Keyence
CipherLab
Datalogic
GSW Unified Scanner API for devices (One API for all supported manufacturers)
Configurable auto discovery using the Automatic Provisioning enabled/disabled switch in the Global Settings.
Battery Alert toggle added to the global settings to enable / disable alerts.
Additional improvements to ITSMobile Enhancements.
Help Menu updated with quick setup guide.
GSW LADS Auto Discovery menu added if GSW LADS is not discoverable
Defect Resolutions:
Download configuration could cause crash if HTTP/HTTPS host(s) is/are connected. STATUS: FIXED
Occasional crashes if GSW LADS configured for use but unreachable. STATUS: FIXED
Nickname of host name changing when connection IP/URL Changed. STATUS: FIXED
Cordova audio media capture crashing on some android versions STATUSL: FIXED
GSW CB v2.9.034 2021-11-04 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.034
GSW ConnectBot 2.9.034. - November 5, 2021
Compatibility Notes -
Important if GSW ConnectBot version 2.8.085+ configuration includes web hosts (http, https), and is uploaded to GSW LADS, it must NOT be downloaded to earlier versions of GSW ConnectBot.
If a web host configuration is downloaded on an earlier version and launched or edited - the GSW ConnectBot Application will crash.
Major GSW ConnectBot/LADs Feature Release
Added enhancements to Apache Cordova support for scanners made by these manufacturers:
Honeywell
Zebra
Keyence
CipherLab
GSW Unified Scanner API for devices (One API for all supported manufacturers)
Configurable auto discovery using the Automatic Provisioning enabled/disabled switch in the Global Settings.
Additional improvements to ITSMobile Enhancements.
Defect Resolutions:
Download configuration could cause crash if HTTP/HTTPS host(s) is/are connected. STATUS: FIXED
Occasional crashes if GSW LADS configured for use but unreachable. STATUS: FIXED
Nickname of host name chaging when connection IP/URL Changed. STATUS: FIXED
GSW CB v2.9.021 2021-11-02 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.9.021
Please see version 2.9.034.
GSW CB v2.8.085 2021-10-01 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.8.085
GSWConnectbot 2.8.085 Release notes. - October 1, 2021
Compatibility Notes - Important
If GSW ConnectBot version 2.8.085 configuration includes web hosts (http, https), and is uploaded to GSW LADS, it must NOT be download to earlier versions of GSW ConnectBot.
If a web host configuration is downloaded on an earlier version and launched or edited - the GSW ConnectBot Application will crash.
This version of GSWConnecbot requires GSWLADS 1.40.024
GSW ConnectBot Features
Enterprise – Industrial Grade Web Browser
SAP ITSmobile enhancements including choice of color themes/skins
Apache Cordova plugin support with numerous code samples
WiFi/Battery Status and alerts
Georgia Softworks License and Deployment Server (LADS)
No changes in GSW LADS - Use v1.40.024
*** Due to Google Android Security Updates Unable to update GSW CBot from 2.7.067 to 2.8.010 on Android 11 from LADS had to manually place .apk in files on device to install update.
***Unable to Get License with GSW CBot version 2.8.010 from LADS ver 1.39.0045
GSW CB v2.8.010 2021-05-07 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.8.010
GSWConnectbot 2.8.010 Release notes.
***If using GSW ConnectBot version 2.8.010 with GSW ConnectBot LADS, you must install or upgrade to LADS version 1.40.024
This version of GSWConnecbot requires GSWLADS 1.40.024
Licenses are automatically returned and renewed to the Georgia SoftWorks License and Deployment
based on the preconfigured license lease duration. (default 3 days)
Support added to allow for customized configuration of the zero-touch behavior.
In particular one can configure the LADS server address and the name of the configuration to be automatically downloaded.
Resolved:
The host editor has been fixed to eliminate a number of short comings manifesting themselves
when user changes from one protocol to another.
Georgia SoftWorks License and Deployment Server (LADS)
Added GSW License Manager. This allows the System Administrator to immediately return
a client license to the license pool in the event the client was reset to factory settings or
damaged and cannot return its license. The GSW License manager will display the current number
of licenses purchased from Georgia SoftWorks and the number of licenses that are still available.
Added new license behavior where license is automatically returned to the license pool based on
the duration of the license lease interval.
*** Due to Google Android Security Updates Unable to update GSW CBot from 2.7.067 to 2.8.008 on Android 11 from LADS had to manually place .apk in files on device to install update.
***Unable to Get License with GSW CBot version 2.8.008 from LADS ver 1.39.0045
***If using GSW ConnectBot version 2.8.010 with GSW ConnectBot LADS, you must install or upgrade to LADS version 1.40.024
GSW CB v2.7.067 2020-11-10 00:00:00
GSW CB v2.7.066 2020-10-01 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.7.066
Major GSW ConnectBot/LADs Feature Release
Zero Touch Deployment:
Configure one device, automatically deploy to all other devices
GSW default keyboards added.
Several nice looking custom keyboards included
GSW Custom Keyboards
Build your own keyboards, number of keys, colors, etc using XML files.
Screen Recognition
Screen recognition foundation implemented so specific screens can be recognized and automatically use specific keyboards. Ask GSW about customization.
Business Intelligence
GSW GSW ConnectBot/LADs has raw data that can be used for assessing business operations for everything from battery levels to number of keyboards used. Ask GSW about customization.
GSW CB v2.7.020 2020-06-12 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.7.020
GSW ConnectBot 2.7.0020
New Features:
Macro support in Automatic Response Fields
Defect Resolutions:
GSW ConnectBot launches from Install dialog in User Mode instead of Admin Mode
Status: Fixed
GSW CB v2.7.016 2020-04-18 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.7.016
Internal improvements to the application.
GSW CB v2.7.004 2019-11-05 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot Software
GSW CB v2.7.004
Per Google requirements we target SDK 28
We have added the capability and configuration option to hide the scroller widget
GSW CB v2.6.016 2019-05-19 00:00:00
GSW CB v2.6.0002 (.apk file) 2019-01-15 00:00:00
GSW CB v2.6.0002 (.zip file) 2019-01-03 00:00:00
LADS
Version and Date
Download .exe
Download .zip
Release Note
Release Announcement
LADS V1.41.038 2024-04-29 00:00:00
Release Notes
Optional GSW ConnectBot License and Development Server (LADS) for Windows
LADS V1.41.038
GSW LADS Software
V1.41.038
GSW LADS
LADS v1.41.038
-Strict KEX to prevent terripin attack
-Logging improvements
LADS v1.41.031 2023-05-30 00:00:00
Release Notes
Optional GSW ConnectBot License and Development Server (LADS) for Windows
LADS v1.41.031
LADS v1.41.031
GSW Licensing and Deployment Server v1.41.031
New Features:
Added functionality to allow Dashalytics to read keyboards from LADS
LADS was changed so Dashalytics can use HTTPS to retrieve user configurations from configs\download folder as needed
Defect Resolutions:
In certain scenarios Port Connections to LADS are not closing when no longer in use
Status: Fixed
LADS v1.41.023 2022-12-23 00:00:00
Release Notes
Optional GSW ConnectBot License and Development Server (LADS) for Windows
LADS v1.41.023
GSW Licensing and Deployment Server
v1.41.023
New Features:
Enhancements for Dashalytics Support
UDP datagram for Multicast support using port 10011
Defect Resolutions
Registry settings not maintained during upgrade of GSW LADS
Status: Resolved
LADS v1.41.011 2022-08-28 00:00:00
LADS v1.41.003 2022-01-25 00:00:00
Release Notes
Optional GSW ConnectBot License and Development Server (LADS) for Windows
LADS v1.41.003
Business Intelligence Events
New Business Intelligence event – 100100.
When any Device Telemetry Data variables change, this event is generated.
Battery Status Event 2000 parameter added to indicate charging status.
GSW ConnectBot has Demo mode when unlicensed or has an invalid license. Demo mode is fully functional, and after 30 minutes all connections are closed. Demo mode can be run unlimited times for evaluation only. Demo mode is not intended for production environments.
GSW LADS v1.41.003 now includes a 30 day Temporary License, and can issue 10 Temporary GSW ConnectBot licenses.
GSW ConnectBot will show Temporary and Permanent licenses and the licensing process – either Manual or LADS
LADS v1.40.025 2021-11-02 00:00:00
LADS v1.40.024 2021-05-06 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot LADS
LADS v1.40.024
GSWConnectbot 2.8.010 Release notes.
This version of GSWConnecbot requires GSWLADS 1.40.024
Licenses are automatically returned and renewed to the Georgia SoftWorks License and Deployment
based on the preconfigured license lease duration. (default 3 days)
Support added to allow for customized configuration of the zero-touch behavior.
In particular one can configure the LADS server address and the name of the configuration to be automatically downloaded.
Resolved:
The host editor has been fixed to eliminate a number of short comings manifesting themselves
when user changes from one protocol to another.
Georgia Softworks License and Deployment Server (LADS)
Added GSW License Manager. This allows the System Administrator to immediately return
a client license to the license pool in the event the client was reset to factory settings or
damaged and cannot return its license. The GSW License manager will display the current number
of licenses purchased from Georgia SoftWorks and the number of licenses that are still available.
Added new license behavior where license is automatically returned to the license pool based on
the duration of the license lease interval.
*** Due to Google Android Security Updates Unable to update GSW CBot from 2.7.067 to 2.8.008 on Android 11 from LADS had to manually place .apk in files on device to install update.
***Unable to Get License with GSW CBot version 2.8.008 from LADS ver 1.39.0045
LADS v1.39.0045 2020-11-17 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot LADS
LADS v1.39.0045
Fixed Version referenced in Log Files
LADS v1.39.0044 2020-11-10 00:00:00
LADS v1.39.0043
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot LADS
LADS v1.39.0043
Major GSW ConnectBot/LADs Feature Release
Zero Touch Deployment:
Configure one device, automatically deploy to all others
GSW default keyboards added:
Several nice looking custom keyboards included
GSW Custom Keyboards:
Build your own keyboards, number of keys, colors, etc using XML files.
Screen Recognition
Screen recognition foundation implemented so specific screens can be recognized and automatically use specific keyboards. Ask GSW about customization.
Business Intelligence
GSW GSW ConnectBot/LADs has raw data that can be used for assessing business operations for everything from battery levels to number of keyboards used. Ask GSW about customization.
LADS v.1.39.0033 2020-03-01 00:00:00
Release Notes
GSW ConnectBot LADS
LADS v.1.39.0033
GSW LADS 1.39.0033
Defect Resolutions
Configuration parameter szBindIPv4Address is ignored in the datagram-based discovery process