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iOS 4.9

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iOS beta builds (TestFlight) are usually provided weekly (after a Team Sprint demo). They do not contain descriptions and may have continuous versioning. They are assumed to be stable and ready to use.


What's new

New Compass Behavior​

Compass button:

  • Single tap. Reorients the map to the North regardless of the current orientation mode. In Compass direction mode, the map briefly aligns to the North before returning to the dynamic orientation.
  • Double tap. Cycles through orientation modes, such as GPS direction or device rotation. This function replaces the previous Single tap behavior for switching modes.
  • Long tap. Opens a menu with all map orientation modes, letting you choose your preferred setting.

Locked Map Rotation​

North is up

A much-requested feature, locked map rotation, now ensures the map remains consistently oriented with North at the top when the compass is set to the North is up mode. In this configuration, map rotation is disabled, but you can still zoom in and out freely.

Search by Brand Names​

Brand name iOS

The new brand search feature simplifies finding your favorite coffee shops, hotels, or trusted stores by allowing searches for POIs using brand names.

Widget Context Menu​

Widget Context menu iOS

Long tap on any widget on the map screen to open the context menu. This quick access will help you customize widget settings and change the layout.

Redesigned Graphs​

Graph iOS

The elevation graphs have been redesigned to improve clarity. The Y-axis labels have been repositioned to eliminate overlap with the graph lines, so that all data remains readable at a glance.

Track Menu Updates​

Total Tracks Statistics​

Track stats iOS

You can now view comprehensive tracks statistics right at the bottom of each folder. These details include:

  • Number of tracks
  • Total distance
  • Uphill and downhill elevation
  • Duration
  • Overall folder size

For example:
Tracks – 4, distance – 246.6 km, uphill – 325 m, downhill – 456 m, duration – 08:50:35, Total size – 14 MB.

Track filters iOS

Finding specific tracks is more convenient with the new track filters. You can filter results based on criteria like duration and length, ensuring you locate the exact track you need.

Sort Subfolders​

Track filters iOS Track filters iOS

Improved sorting functionality in the Tracks tab, enables you to organize subfolders systematically. Sorting options make it effortless to navigate your tracks, whether grouped by activity, location, or other preferences.

Updates for Map Mode Menu​

Map mode iOS

The map mode menu now includes an auto-theme switch that adapts to your app’s light or dark mode settings.

Grouped Tags​

To streamline the Context menu, all POI tags and translations are now consolidated under a single item. This grouping includes fields such as:

  • name
  • alt name
  • old name

Nearby Areas​

Map context menu → Details → Within

Within iOS

OsmAnd has enhanced Polygon Information, making geographic data even more accessible. From the Map Context menu, you can view nearby polygons with detailed attributes.

How it works:

  • Long tap on the map
  • Single tap on a POI

You’ll see information like polygon type, name, and a size-based sorting from smallest to largest. Whether exploring administrative boundaries or geographic features, this feature ensures you get all the essential details at a glance.

Profile Appearance Redesign​

The profile appearance has been redesigned for better usability and visual appeal.

Ket updates:

  • Customization tools. New icon and color selection options for profiles.

  • Map redesign. Improved interface for selecting location icons on the map.

  • Default 3D icons. Modernized design elements for a fresh look.

  • Additional visual elements for the Resting and Navigation positions below the my location icon:

    • View angle. Displays a cone-shaped area that shows the direction you are currently facing.
      Status: Off,  Resting position,  Navigation position,  Rest & navigation position.

    • Location radius. Shows a circular area around your icon, representing the accuracy of your current location.
      Status: Off,  Resting position,  Navigation position,  Rest & navigation position.

Quick Action Updates​

Location Position on Screen​

Menu → Configure screen → Custom buttons → + → Add button → Add action → Settings → Location position on screen

Widget page

A new Quick Action button allows changing the Location position on screen. You can enable or disable the display of the previously selected My Location cursor position on the map.

Switch Between Terrain Styles​

In this release, we have added the ability to switch between terrain color palettes, similar to switching between layers. This can be done using the Quick Actions tool.

How to set it up:
Menu → Configure screen → Custom buttons → + → Add button → Add action → Configure map → Terrain color scheme

Touch Screen Lock​

Menu → Configure screen → Custom buttons → + → Add acton → Inteface → Lock screen

Lock screen

Added a Touch Screen Lock option in the Quick Actions menu for locking and unlocking the map interface with ease.

CarPlay Improvements​

This release brings several CarPlay enhancements:

Downloading dialog​

Downloading dialog iOS

The newly introduced downloading dialog for Maps & Resources, Context menus, and the First start screen improves user experience by streamlining these interactions.

Show Along the Route​

The Show along the route option is now a dedicated item in the Navigation Settings Menu for easier customization.

How to access:
Menu → Navigation → Settings → Show along the route

Optional Updates​

This release includes several additional improvements and fixes: