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--- beyond:latest_features [2024/01/16 12:16] – [Release 5.5] Bob Varkevisser
+++ beyond:latest_features [2026/10/27 13:38] (current) – Fix Media Tracer page link typo Bob Varkevisser
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 ====== Latest Features ======
-This topic page lists the additions and changes in recent BEYOND releases. A complete and very detailed list can be found in the file called "ChangeLog.txt", which is located in the same folder where the BEYOND program is located.
+This page lists the additions and changes in recent BEYOND releases.
 [[https://pangolin.com/pages/contact-us|Please send any feature requests or bug reports to Pangolin.]]
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 **Note that we offer full support on the latest version of BEYOND. \\
 We can only provide __very limited support__ on older versions.**
+For a detailed overview of all changes in each build, please view our [[https://wiki.pangolin.com/software/changelog/|build changelog here]].
+===== Release 5.8 =====
+  * **[[from_quickshow_to_beyond|Beyond Lite]]** A new base tier of BEYOND has been introduced for the BEYOND 5.8 release. This activates with control hardware just as QuickShow does but can also be activated just by having a license account. BEYOND Lite has a number of benefits compared to similarly activated QuickShow, including more Live control tools, The full advanced timeline and Playlist modes, and so much more. Check out the linked wiki page to see all the important information related to BEYOND Lite!
+  * **[[https://pangolin.com/compare|BEYOND Upgrades for Paid users]]** With the release of BEYOND Lite, we have also improved features for paid tiers, most notably laser output quantities. Where Lite gets 9 lasers, Essentials gets 17, Advanced gets 33, and Ultimate gets 65. As well is increased distribution groups, Zone quantities, timeline tracks and more. Check out our new compare page to see all new changes.
+  * **[[pangobeats|PangoBeats]]** Updated for BEYOND 5.8, Pangobeats hosts a new UI, improved detection and is now directly integrated into BEYOND under the BPM Dropdown controls of the system BPM.
+  * **[[beyond:pangolin_media_tracer|Pangolin Media Tracer]]** The Pangolin Media Tracer is a new companion app for our BEYOND software that allows you to take all kinds of media including pictures, videos, vector files and live inputs like cameras and NDI. Then convert it into quality traces and rendered animations to be used in our BEYOND software. It includes many tools to enable designers to actually get exactly what they are looking for in a rendered frame instead of just dealing with what the tracer gives them. Enabling better graphic tracing then ever before.
+  * **[[http_server|HTTP Server]]** The new HTTP server for BEYOND is a new way to interact with the internal commands and scripts of BEYOND through your own code allowing better control through more common programming languages and tools. We expect most users will use this tool to create their own UI's, operator tools, and plugins to make beyond do whatever they can dream of.
+  * **[[https://wiki.pangolin.com/software/changelog/|Fresh Changelog]]** Also for 5.8, we have introduced our new Changelog and global notice area. This link will host all changes from build to build and host any public notices about currently known issues at the top. A great reference to determine when you might want to upgrade or see if something you are experiencing is already known and being worked on.
 ===== Release 5.5 =====
-//**In testing and yet to be released, documentation in progress**//
-  * **[[mobolaser:manual|MoboLaser Mobile App]]**: MOBOLASER is a mobile application that works on both Apple and Android devices. It supports phones as well as tablets. It is an official way to directly interface with functions of BEYOND on your mobile devices. This application has simple functionally for 5.5's release allowing for simple playback and live control, and zone alignment, however this application will evolve continuously.
+  * **[[mobolaser:start|MoboLaser Mobile App]]**: MOBOLASER is a mobile application that works on both Apple and Android devices. It supports phones as well as tablets. It is an official way to directly interface with functions of BEYOND on your mobile devices. This application has simple functionally for 5.5's release allowing for simple playback and live control, and zone alignment, however this application will evolve continuously.
   * **[[beyond:grid_toolbar#link|Link]]** Support for the Link protocol from Ableton. Link is a technology developed by Ableton that keeps Link-enabled applications in time over a local network. Link synchronizes musical beat, tempo, and phase across multiple applications running on one or more devices.
+  * **[[pangobeat:start|PangoBeats]]** PangoBeats is a cutting-edge stand-alone windows application designed to enhance the audio experience by providing real-time Beats Per Minute (BPM) detection. It seamlessly integrates with BEYOND/QuickShow software, offering users the capability to synchronize their audio with visual performances.
   * **[[beyond:qshift|Q-Shift]]**: A new, Quick and very light on performance way to do offset effects in BEYOND! Q-Shift allows you to utilize any of the "live effects" parameters and create oscillating effects that are delayed between lasers. These can be applied immediately to all lasers in your setup and simply controlled on a "Pad" style of interface.
+  * **New Cue Types**: Newly added **"[[beyond:node-image|Node Image]]"**, **"[[beyond:particle-image|Particle Image]]"**, and **"[[beyond:fifo-image|FIFO Image]]"**. Allowing users to utilize "Touch Designer" style cue creation, physics based particle systems, and live controlled abstracts and images from the mobo laser app, respectively.
   * **[[beyond:3D-Preview|3D Preview]]**: Now you can visualize your lasers in 3D! allowing you to build your rig more accurately and create your previews simpler. This adds a third option for previewing your lasers directly in BEYOND.
+  * **[[beyond:turbo_streaming|Turbo Streaming]]**: 5.5 introduces a new communication model for large amounts of FB4 laser controllers utilizing UDP over the previous TCP. This UDP streaming protocol is selectable, and not enabled by default.
+  * **[[beyond:timeline-markers|Timeline marker import / export]]** : BEYOND now supports import and export of Timeline markers in the format designed by Reaper software. This is a CSV Format, and its expected other systems that use CSV formatted in a similar way will also be able to import like Cuepoints for example.
   * **[[beyond:timeline|Timeline Quality of Life Additions]] and [[beyond:timecode|BIG Timecode]]** Additions within timeline for 5.5 include reaper marker imports, timeline track filter, and a new timecode preview window so you can finally full screen your timecode and look cool like the MA guys!
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   * **[[beyond:cue_groups|Upgrades to Groups Operation]]**: You can now change the current output group live, allowing users to define the desired group of zones as they select content and not requiring them to be preset on the cue, or with a destination cue.
-  * **New Cue Types**: Newly added **"[[beyond:node-image|Node Image]]"**, **"[[beyond:particle-image|Particle Image]]"**, and **"[[beyond:fifo-image|FIFO Image]]"**. Allowing users to utilize "Touch Designer" style cue creation, physics based particle systems, and live controlled abstracts and images from the mobo laser app, respectively.
   * **[[beyond:quickdmx|QuickDMX DMX Command line]]**: For your convivence we have added a command line to Quick DMX allowing for the ability to set many channels at once, or gradients between channels.
-  * **[[beyond:turbo_streaming|Turbo Streaming]]**: 5.5 introduces a new communication model for large amounts of FB4 laser controllers.
   * **[[beyond:system_and_networks|Networking for Lasershows, BEYOND, and Entertainment]]**: Newly Added documentation about networks, pc systems, and more. Not specifically 5.5 related but an incredibly important piece of documentation.
-  * **[[beyond:timeline-markers|Timeline marker import / export]]** : BEYOND now supports import and export of Timeline markers in the format designed by Reaper software. This is a CSV Format, and its expected other systems that use CSV formatted in a similar way will also be able to import like Cuepoints for example.
+  * Newly added and updated documentation: **[[beyond:advanced_shape_editor|Advanced Shape Editor]]**, **[[beyond:menu-hotkeys|Menu Hotkeys]]**,  **[[beyond:tv-mode|TV Mode]]**.
-  * Newly added and updated documentation: **[[beyond:menu-hotkeys|Menu Hotkeys]]**,  **[[beyond:tv-mode|TV Mode]]**, **[[beyond:advanced_shape_editor|Advanced Shape Editor]]**.
 ===== Release 5.2 =====