Release Date: November 2023
Here you will find the latest features, improvements, and bug fixes for Driver Companion (iOS).
To ensure you have the best experience using our product, we recommend updating to the latest version available.
Note: The features available to you will depend on the configuration and the current version of the Driver Companion you're using.
What's New
Biometric Sign-In
We are excited to announce that you can now log into Driver Companion using your fingerprint or face ID. This new feature allows your drivers to securely authenticate their login. It's a simple and efficient way to access Driver Companion, eliminating the need to enter a passcode and saving time.
To enable or disable biometric sign-in:
- First, you need to set up your face ID or fingerprint in your iOS device's security settings, if not already set up.
- If you have already set up your face ID/fingerprint on your iOS device, the next time you log into Driver Companion a prompt will appear asking if you would like to use Biometric Login.
- In your Driver Companion app navigate to the left-hand menu Settings > Device Settings.
- Locate the setting Use Biometric Login and check the box to enable or uncheck to disable.
When using the biometric login for the first time, you need to grant permission for the app to use biometrics otherwise the app will continue to use a username and password for login.
Voice Commands for Job Offers
Introducing, voice commands in Driver Companion! On the Job Offer screen, you can now use your voice to accept or reject jobs. Upon enabling the setting, a microphone appears in the top-left of the screen waiting for you to say "Yes" or "Accept" to accept the job, "No" or "Reject" for rejecting, and "Cancel" to stop your current action.
Note: The voice commands feature requires the new Job Offer Screen to be enabled and the driver's phone must have its language set to English.
To enable or disable:
- In your Driver Companion app navigate to the left-hand menu Settings > Device Settings.
- Locate the setting Use Voice to Action and check the box to enable or uncheck to disable.
New Feature Screens
To provide better clarity for drivers on new features, the Driver Companion app shows a screen upon updating that highlights the new features of the release, which have been enabled and where you can find out more information.
Cancellation Fees: Better Visibility
So that drivers have clarity over viewing jobs that were cancelled or no-fared, the Job History tab will now reflect this data.
Improvements
Expiry Time Field
Drivers now have the ability to view the precise time and date when their license or other important documents are set to expire. This enhanced visibility enables them to stay on top of their renewals and prevent any issues. The time is only displayed if set to a value other than midnight (00:00).
Minimum Requirements
To ensure Driver Companion operates and performs as designed, please make sure that your device meets the requirements listed below:
- Operating System: iOS 10.0 or later
- Storage: Minimum of 32GB on the device
We recommend devices running the latest version of iOS and 64GB storage for the best performance.