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Upgrade and Update

1. Updates (Minor Version Changes)​

  • Definition: Small releases within the same major version aimed at bug fixes, performance improvements, and minor feature enhancements.
  • Examples:
    • Faster GPU-based densification
    • Support for new drone/camera models (e.g., DJI, PhaseOne)
    • Workflow improvements like auto-detecting RTK/PPK corrections
  • Access: Free for users with an active Support & Upgrade (S&U) license
  • Frequency: Typically quarterly or as needed

2. Upgrades (Major Version Changes)​

  • Definition: Major releases introducing significant new features or workflows
  • Examples:
    • Moving from v1.x → v2.x with enhanced large-scale performance
    • New corridor mapping workflows for roads, railways, pipelines
    • Integration with Pix4Dsurvey and CAD/GIS pipelines
    • Advanced LiDAR + photogrammetry fusion
  • Access: Requires an active S&U plan

3. Importance of Updates & Upgrades​

  • Keeps software compatible with new drones, sensors, and workflows
  • Optimizes processing performance for very large datasets (100k+ images)
  • Provides access to latest photogrammetry algorithms
  • Maintains eligibility for official Pix4D support

4. How to Update or Upgrade​

  1. Check License Status in your Pix4D Account Portal
  2. Download Latest Version from Pix4Dmatic download page
  3. Active S&U License: Receive both updates and major upgrades automatically
  4. Expired S&U License: Renew to regain access to updates and upgrades