Remote: How to Update Firmware

Remote: How to Update Firmware

Applicable Models: GPS Preview Remote (with Built-in Mic), GPS Preview Remote, GPS Action Remote, Mini Remote, Ring Remote

Firmware updates are crucial for enhancing remote performance and refining its features. The instructions below detail how to check and update the current firmware version of your remote.

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How to update firmware?

Device requirements

Before updating firmware, please ensure that your mobile phone or tablet supports Bluetooth 5.0 or later, such as the following models:

Device Type	System Version	Chipset	Applicable Models
Android Devices	Android 10.0 or later, or HarmonyOS 2.0.0 or later. HarmonyOS NEXT is not supported.	Kirin 990 or later	Including Huawei Mate 30, P40 and later models
		Snapdragon 855 or later	Including Samsung S10, Xiaomi 9 and later models
		Exynos 2200 or later	Including Samsung S22, Samsung S22 Ultra and later models
Apple Mobile Devices	iOS 12.0 or later	Compatible chips: A12 or later	Including iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro, iPhone 12 Pro Max, iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro, iPhone 13 Pro Max, iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro, iPhone 14 Pro Max, iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPad Air (2020), iPad Pro and later models

Update steps

1. Open the Insta360 app, go to the "Me" page > find and tap "Accessory Settings" > select the "Latest Firmware Upgrade" option (ensure the Insta360 app is updated to the latest version).

2. After the Insta360 app discovers the remote, tap your remote's name in the list to connect. Once connected, tap "Start Upgrade". If the firmware is already up-to-date, the page will display "Updated to the latest version".

3. After the update is complete, you can check on the remote to see if the update is successful.

FAQ

What to do if remote firmware update fails?

If you encounter problems during the update process, please troubleshoot by following these steps:

1. Check Bluetooth compatibility

Ensure your phone or tablet supports Bluetooth 5.0 or later (this can be determined by the system version: 10.0 or above for Android devices, 2.0.0 or above for HarmonyOS devices, and 12.0 or above for iOS devices). If not, use a compatible device and try again.

2. Update the Insta360 app version

Check if the Insta360 app is the latest version. If not, download and install the latest version from Insta360 Website and try again.

Please note: You can check your current app version by opening the Insta360 app > tapping "Me" > swiping down to the bottom and tapping "About Insta360".