Skip to main content

Karri Messenger Firmware Updates

Check out the latest updates to your Messenger software

J
Written by Jon Kell

To find which version your Messenger is on:

  1. Open the Karri app and tap 'Karri' at the bottom of your screen.

  2. Select the Messenger you want to check.

  3. Scroll down to the bottom of the page to see your software version.


Latest releases

Version 3.3.0 (30th July 2026)

  • Expanded Chat Capacity: Increased the maximum number of active chats supported simultaneously on the device.

  • Ping My Messenger Support: Added hardware support for the remote "Ping My Messenger" feature, allowing the device to play sound and vibrate when located via the app.

Version 3.2.1

  • Battery Calibration: Improved battery voltage measurement and power readings for enhanced battery indicator accuracy.

Version 3.2.0

  • Network Reliability: Improved handling for multi-message network receipts over cellular connections.

  • Stability Fixes: Resolved modem defragmentation stability issues.

Version 3.1.0

  • Status LED: Added support for dynamic status LED indicator patterns.

  • Faster Audio Messaging: Introduced optimized message download flows and unseen message count tracking.

  • Memory Optimization: Enhanced system memory allocation for smoother performance during heavy network activity.

Version 3.0.0

  • Message Queuing: Implemented flow control and message queuing for reliable voice audio delivery.

  • Speedy Downloads: Accelerated audio download speeds and optimized audio file storage paths.

  • Power Management: Fixed CPU frequency scaling during Wi-Fi and Bluetooth pairing.

  • GPS Performance: Fixed GPS interval timing logic for more reliable location updates.

Version 2.8.0

  • Message Replay: Added hardware support to replay the last received voice message directly on the device.

  • Real-Time Battery Status: Added real-time network events for charging state changes.

  • Cellular Network Recovery: Improved SIM card switching and modem retry/reboot logic during connection dropouts.

Version 2.7.0

  • Custom Animations: Added custom light animation support, including dedicated SOS mode patterns.

  • Virtual Buttons: Introduced software support for virtual button interactions.

  • Input Fixes: Fixed long-press and double-press button detection responsiveness.

Version 2.6.0

  • Status Feedback: Added visual LED status indicators for message upload success and failure.

  • Charging Animations: Introduced custom battery charging animations.

  • Power Protection: Automatic low-voltage power off protection at 3.4V to preserve battery health.

  • Location Accuracy: Enhanced GPS positioning accuracy.

Version 2.5.0

  • Device Status Reporting: Added enhanced hardware status reporting for battery level, network connectivity, and current time.

  • Lock & Unlock Animations: Updated visual animations when locking or unlocking device controls.

  • Offline Receipt Sync: Fixed an issue where message "heard" receipts were not sent if listened to while offline.

Version 2.4.0

  • Seamless Network Switching: Faster automatic transitions between Wi-Fi and cellular connections when network conditions or GPS intervals change.

  • Upload Indicators: Added audio upload animation feedback.

  • Pending Message Sync: Improved message synchronization when playback is currently pending.

Version 2.3.0

  • Custom GPS Intervals: Hardware support for app-configurable GPS update frequencies.

  • Cellular Geolocation: Added cell tower positioning (Cell ID) support to complement GPS positioning.

  • Security Upgrade: Migrated system network endpoints to mandatory mutual TLS (mTLS) encryption.

  • Charge Alerts: Added real-time network notifications when the battery reaches full charge.

Version 2.2.0

  • Real-Time Network Events: Added immediate network transmission of message read receipts and power-off alerts.

Version 2.1.0

  • Extended Battery Life: Refactored power sleep modules to lower power consumption during idle standby.

Version 2.0.0

  • Enhanced Hardware Security: Enabled Secure Boot and full flash memory encryption on device hardware.

  • Battery State Retention: Battery charge percentage is now stored and maintained across device reboots.

  • Time Synchronization: Implemented SNTP time synchronization for precision message timestamps.

  • Automated Sleep Modes: Automatic cellular modem sleep management to preserve power.

Version 1.4.0

  • Remote Device Controls: Added remote volume adjustment and mute capabilities via the app.

  • Onboard Audio Storage: Built-in chat notification sounds stored directly on local system storage.

Version 1.3.0

  • Automatic Light Sleep: Devices automatically enter light sleep mode during inactivity to conserve battery.

  • Bluetooth Wi-Fi Setup: Added hardware support for Bluetooth-assisted Wi-Fi pairing.

Version 1.2.0

  • Audio Optimization: Improved voice message upload and download compression and speed.

Version 1.1.0

  • Assisted GPS (AGNSS): Implemented AGNSS for significantly faster initial GPS location locks.

  • Playback Confirmations: Added automatic network confirmation when a voice message has finished playing.

Version 1.0.0

  • Official Release Version!

  • Microphone Noise Filtering: Improved audio filtering on the microphone for clearer voice recordings.

  • Smart Sleep & Power: Optimized CPU power usage during LED blinking patterns.

  • Faster Connection Recovery: Accelerated automatic reconnection when cellular broker connections drop.

Did this answer your question?