A Halloween treat for Android devices, version 2.1.2 is a technical update to conform with recent changes to Android requirements. This also addresses known issues from the prior version as well as some minor tweaks and enhancements.

V2.1.1 has left the hive - it's a technical update focused on improved performance along with some minor tweaks and enhancements.

V2.1.0 is ready to be foraged with new features including:

• the option to track the Honey Level in the Hive over time at each Service (inspection). Here's a quick overview (PDF document) for this: Tracking Honey Levels (Tap to open)
• enhanced Sales recording - each Sale can include Hives, Honey, other Products or any combination of these.

Plus other minor tweaks and improvements.

V2.0.2 has been unbottled with new features including the option to:

• flag containers (vessels) of honey as Not for Sale. This can be set as the Category when adding a vessel (via Storage Vessels) or later via Honey Inventory > Adjust Contents
• track disposals of honey. This can be recorded at the extraction stage (via Honey Extraction: select the disposal Vessel option) or at a subsequent point (via Honey Inventory > Dispose of Honey)

Various other minor tweaks and improvements are also included.

A new year and we've unwrapped Version 2.0.1 with the option to track Moisture readings for Extractions and per Honey container (Storage Vessel), as well as the ability to print Option Catalogs.

It also includes a fix to the January charting issue mentioned below.

The default "Last 13 month" chart window selection has a flaw when the current month is January.

Workaround: Use a different charting window option (e.g. "Last 6 months") until the next version is released.

Update: Issue resolved in v2.0.1

It's bee-een a while but we've been a hive of activity in these unusual times and Version 2.0.0 has been released. A selectable range is now provided for the time-based charts along with a fresh look including a "dark mode" (dark background) option. Additional context-sensitive help is provided plus various other tweaks and improvements.

It also includes a resolution to the printing issue on Apple devices that the recent iOS v14 versions introduced.

Underneath the covers we've "changed the sheets" too - the app has been re-developed using a new technical platform to stay aligned with the latest security requirements... we're keen for it to remain free of COVID and other viruses.

There's an issue with printing from HiveSmart^HQ on Apple devices that have the newly released iOS v14.x installed - it causes HiveSmart^HQ to crash if the print feature is used (after printing or if the Cancel option is selected).

The app uses a software "plugin" from a 3rd party for the printing feature so we're chasing the provider of that to find out when a fix may be forthcoming that we can then incorporate.

Workaround: We can generate a PDF file for you - please contact our Support team using

2020-10-22: We have identified a solution that will be incorporated in the next version.

2020-11-26: Issue resolved from v2.0.0+

It's value for honey! We've added the ability to value the unsold Honey using Valuation profiles (that cater for flat or variable pricing rates) plus various other tweaks and improvements.

We've also updated the "how to" overview (PDF document) for using the Honey Extractions, Honey Inventory and Honey Sales features in the app: From Honey Extraction to Sales (Tap to open)

More pie anyone? This version adds a series of charts/graphs and an easy way to manage large numbers of retail-sized Honey vessels, more flexibility recording Honey Sales plus various other tweaks and improvements.

Included in this version is (optional) tracking of Parts to an Apiary along with a frame-focussed Population Estimator for those using the option to track frame quantities per boxed Hive or Top Bar Hives. (These options can be selected in General Hive Choices via App Options & Settings). There's various other improvements included too.

This version supplements v1.6.0 with an enhanced Hive Population Estimator tool and a tweak to the auto-calculation of the Population for established Hives. It also ensures any input Population values are retained when downloading (via Transfer Data) to another device.

We're aware that the Hive Population estimates being auto-calculated may be a bit over-generous for established Hives in some cases, so we're in the process of making a tweak to the Active Bees calculation and there'll be a version update coming shortly. If you're using the Estimator tool in the meantime, you may wish to input the number of active Honey frames for "# Frames per box" (instead of the total number of Honey Frames).

4-Aug-2019 Update: Any Hive Population values input will be retained when the data is uploaded (via Transfer Data) but will be overwritten by an auto-calculated value if subsequently downloaded. For more details: see the section on currently known Issues.

This version introduces Hive Population tracking and includes an Population Estimator tool to assist this. An overview of your beekeeping operation is also provided on the home window.

A raft of other enhancements and cosmetic changes are included as well.

This version resolves an issue with the mapping option in Hive Locations such that when the GPS/Location Services on the device is switched off a Location finder is now fully triggered.

This version provides additional flexibility for Locations/Apiaries (i.e. ability to "expire" a Location) plus enhanced filtering and report options.

Also included: a range of ease-of-use enhancements and cosmetic changes for both small screen, and larger screen, devices.

This version offers the (optional) ability to track changes in Hive Weight changes between Services (e.g. during Winter as as a gauge to hive health).

Also included: a range of ease-of-use enhancements and cosmetic changes for both small screen, and larger screen, devices.

This version includes some enhancements that had just missed the cut for v1.5.0:

• Hive Management: Services list - optional filtering by Hive and/or date range
• Views: Service History - compare any two Services for a selected Hive
• Views: Service Notes/Apiary Info - see the Hive Note (if it exists) for any selected Hive when viewing the history

Plus we've sorted a menu display issue that could sometimes occur on Apple devices.

This version adds several (optional) new features including:

• Hive Notes - current info about a Hive (e.g. the colony source, the wood used, or anything you wish)
• the ability to add Action Items and/or Seasonal Checklist items to the device Calendar (with handy reminders)

Plus there’s improved context-sensitive Help, cosmetic tweaks, technical changes plus various other minor enhancements.

While testing the upcoming version (1.5.0) we've seen a few cases of strange display issues on a small subset of our Android test devices such as scrolling that starts becoming choppy, unexpected screen flashes, unusual graphical characters and even a partially black screen. These are symptoms of a graphics rendering issue and it's possible that this may also occur on some Android devices with version 1.4.9G.

Our apologies for any inconvenience if you're experiencing any of these issues. We're currently investigating - stay tuned for a resolution...

UPDATE 13-Oct-18: This is proving to be a tricky one. We have yet to find the specific cause, but have identified a solution. Please bear with us while we get that work done and tested.

UPDATE 20-Oct-18: Thanks for your patience - new version 1.4.9H is now available in the GooglePlay store.

A technical update has been released for Android devices that extends compatibility to devices without Bluetooth™, GPS or compass abilities.

A technical update has been released for Android devices that extends compatibility to SIM-less devices.

The latest HiveSmart^HQ version (1.4.9) now provides some explicit support for Top Bar Hives.

For those looking after a combination of boxed and Top Bar Hives we've got some extra suggestions on how to reflect these in HiveSmart^HQ, and can help with flagging your existing Top Bar Hives too.

Please contact our Support team for the info:

We've released a new version that addresses the "Add Service" issue (from v1.4.8).

For those who had installed that problematic version: many thanks for your patience during the time required to complete the develop-test-build-review cycle involved for v1.4.9... there's a lot to get sorted behind the scenes.

This version adds several new features including:

• the ability to capture Weather info for Services and/or for an Apiary visit
• an option to Print (/save as PDF) or Export the data from multiple Services
• introductory support for Top Bar Hives (with handling for those with both boxed and TBHs)
• an enhanced Service Notes View (easily view the entire history of the Service Notes for a Hive)

Plus there’s improved context-sensitive Help, cosmetic tweaks, technical changes to accommodate 3rd-party product changes, bug fixes plus various other minor enhancements.

A new version is on the horizon. We're working hard to get it ready as soon as we can - it's just taking a little longer than we'd hoped.

Thanks for your patience... :-)

For those who are still using v1.4.6, please be aware that the Transfer Data (Upload/Download Database) feature (via App Options & Settings) in that version will stop working from Apr 1.

This is due to additional security protocol requirements imposed by the cloud-based service used for this feature.

Please update to v1.4.7 prior to Mar 31 to retain the Transfer Data ability - we strongly recommend using the Upload Database function after each daily use to provide a back-up of your data.

We've recently added several new videos for those new to HiveSmart^HQ - tap the links below to view (opens in a new window):

• App Overview: A fly though of key features
• App Overview: Beekeeping activities & HiveSmart^HQ
• Getting Started: A. Initial Setup
• Getting Started: B. Add Locations
• Getting Started: C. Register (add) Hives

For those who prefer not to use their device in the field, we've added a Collections form that can be printed and used in the field to log collections of Pollen, Propolis, Queen Cells etc

Then just update the (web) app later at your convenience... Here's a link to the Forms section below.

This version update introduces the ability to:

• log Collections of items such as Pollen, Propolis, Queens, Queen Cells, Honeycomb (or anything you wish!)
• capture Sales of these "Other items"
• print an entire Service / inspection (via the Service View in Hive Management)

It also brings additional context-sensitive Help, cosmetic tweaks, technical changes to accommodate 3rd-party product changes, bug fixes plus various other minor improvements.

Just a gentle reminder for those yet to update to V1.4.6: In order to continue using the Data Transfer feature for safeguarding your data after 5am on Dec 1st (GMT), you’ll need this latest version installed. This time is equivalent to:

• 6pm Dec 1 in New Zealand
• 4pm Dec 1 in Eastern Australia (DST)
• 1pm Dec 1 in Western Australia
• 7am Dec 1 in Cape Town, South Africa
• 6am Dec 1 in Rome
• 5am Dec 1 in London
• Midnight Nov 30 in New York
• 9pm Nov 30 in Los Angeles

For those less familiar with the process of updating apps, information is provided at 3. How to update to the latest HiveSmart^HQ version.

It's a supersedure! Version 1.4.6 is emerging from our development cell and will become available for download to all regions over the next few days.

We’ve tweaked lots of little things and added features such as being able to also record Feed amounts for Brood boxes and introduced a Foraging range for Locations – helpful for those with multiple Locations interested in optimal coverage and/or limiting overlapping ranges.

There’s several technical updates behind the scenes too including alignment with new security requirements, so you’ll need this version to continue using the Data Transfer feature from Dec 1st.

The latest version (1.4.5) is available in the app stores with various cosmetic improvements and includes a fix to the Action Items date issue mentioned below.

Oops! A recent update to the Calendar software used by the app introduced a bug that affects the Action Items feature in HiveSmart^HQ whereby future dates cannot be selected.

Note: The current date (or earlier) must be selected in order to exit the calendar selection.

Yep, this issue does kinda defeat the purpose so we're working on an update to fix it. Our apologies for an inconvenience in the meantime.

Many thanks to Tina for letting us know about this.

For those using the Equipment Inventory feature in HiveSmart^HQ, we've added an Equipment Inventory form that might be helpful when doing stock-takes. See the Forms section below.

PS: We've also recently updated the various Service form options to include Hive Parts for those using this feature (and who prefer not using a device in the midst of the action).

This HiveSmart^HQ update provides an option to register for HiveSmart^HQ-specific news, enhanced handling for the Location mapping feature, and includes a variety of cosmetic improvements and other tweaks (including resolution of a toggle-switch issue that may affect a small number of Android devices).

As always, please feel free to contact our Support team: if you have any questions or issues.

Another HiveSmart^HQ version update is coming soon with various tweaks and improvements and will be released for both Android and Apple devices.

It includes an option to register an email if you'd like to be kept in the loop with HiveSmart^HQ-specific news. (We appreciate that some folk may prefer this over Facebook or having to check this page.)

This version resolves the issue from V1.4.0 that was briefly released into the GooglePlay Store on Aug-11.

V1.4.2 will automatically locate the HiveSmart^HQ data from V1.3.6 or earlier (but not data entered into V1.4.0).

If you installed V1.4.0 during the brief period it was available in the GooglePlay store and have no data from a prior version (i.e. you're new to HiveSmart^HQ), please use the Data Transfer/Upload feature (via App Option & Settings) BEFORE updating to V1.4.2. This will safeguard the data you have entered into V1.4.0 as you will need to retrieve your data after the update via the Data Transfer/Download feature (it won't be automatically loaded as part of the update).

If you have data from both a prior version AND V1.4.0 that you wish to keep, please use the Upload feature before updating AND ensure that the Upload details entered are different to those which you used in the earlier version. We may be able to manually consolidate the two for you - if so please contact our Support team for further information or assistance:

We’ve found a way around the issue mentioned in the update from 6-Aug that means we're releasing HiveSmart^HQ v1.4.0 for the large majority of devices today.

However, for those using devices with Android 5.0 or lower, we appreciate your continued patience as we continue working on a solution.

If you have a Google Pixel device running Android V7.1x and have any issues with V1.4.0 please let us know.

This version introduces some more (optional) features that may interest some folk...

• Hive Parts - track specific parts on each Hive (e.g. a feeder, entrance reducer, slatted rack etc). In keeping with the rest of the app, you're able to tailor the list of Hive Parts to your needs.
• Equipment Inventory - manage Equipment that's In Use vs. In Stock. Provides automated tracking of core element use such as Honey Supers and Brood boxes, plus Frames & Hive Parts (if these options are used) while any other Equipment items that you wish to manage can also be added.
• Printing - print (or save to PDF) the Views - plus the Hive Register, Equipment Inventory, Seasonal Checklists, Action Items & KnowledgeBase.

There's various other minor tweaks and improvements as well!

We use an online build service provided by a 3rd party that compiles the app that we then upload to the respective app stores.

Unfortunately, an upgrade to their build software in the last few days has introduced an issue (hopefully temporary) that is preventing us from finalising the HiveSmart^HQ update.

We know that they're working on a resolution. Meanwhile we're also looking into "Plan B" options. Thanks muchly for your patience!

A new version is making its way into the app stores now and it may be up to 24 hours for the usual App Store review process to complete.

This version provides several cosmetic improvements plus some behind-the-scenes preparation for an upcoming (V1.4x) release...

For those who prefer to use a Form in the field when performing Services / Inspections, you've now got more options to choose from... See the Forms section below for details.