Version History
Here you can find the changelog of ORTO: License Plate VIN Lookup since it was posted on our website on 2020-04-03.
The latest version is 5.2.3 and it was updated on soft112.com on 22 April, 2024.
See below the changes in each version:
version 5.2.3
posted on 2023-09-06
I've given the app a quick digital tune up, to target newer Android phones and fixed some errors causing the app to crash.
The big addition: I've added a new GPT AI assistant, since that's all the rage now. So instead of trawling all the data and Googling stuff, you can now just start a chat with the AI and it's (supposed) to give you smart, intelligent answers.. we'll see how it goes :) Use it wisely.
version 5.0.8
posted on 2023-08-20
Hello folks!
Just a quick update to fix a few bugs caused by changes to some of my third party data.
Also, a quick note to plug ortolabs.com, my new vehicle management system for businesses. Go check it out if you run a vehicle business.
Thanks for everyones support,
Tom
version 4.1.2
posted on 2022-05-16
There aren't enough characters available to outline everything on this release... but I'll try.
- Fixed issue with obscure vehicles (mostly motorcycles) not loading on the first search
- Added data from the new NHTSA API, Safety and Crash Test data with photos
- Added NHTSA complaints and investigations
- Added data from some external websites. Please do checkout the "Overview, Reviews, Ratings+" tab. It has LOTS of new great info.
There's lots more. But I've run out of chara... β€οΈ
version 4.1.0
posted on 2022-01-30
π¨π¦ π¨π¦ Canada, welcome to the fold. You can finally scan and lookup Canadian license plates with ORTO. π¦«
It's still in Beta, so go easy on me. If you spot anything that doesn't look right, drop me an email and I'll be all over it like a hockey player in Tim Hortons.
There's a new USA/CAN selector on the home screen.
You're all awesome, make it a great day!
version 4.0.0
posted on 2022-01-26
Another day another update, and this one might actually be useful. π¨
- I've moved the vehicle "alerts" section into its own tab
- You can now setup push notifications to receive a message when a vehicle is reported stolen or suspicious in your local area
- I'll be adding Amber Alerts in the coming days.
- I've changed the loading animation when you search for a vehicle. I've been looking at that car for 2 years now, and I'd had enough.
- Did some minor cosmetic surgery.
version 3.6.4
posted on 2022-01-10
BRAP BRAP BRAP BRAP! We have a new release!
Here are the new features....
- You can now upload your own photos of your vehicles. People have been asking me to add this for literally years, and I finally got around to it.
- Set reminders! Get a push notification when your insurance, warranty etc is about to expire.
- Save details about your car, tire size, insurance details etc
Thanks everyone, appreciate you all!
version 3.6.3
posted on 2022-01-07
Happy New Year car geeks!
Just a quick update. There was an embarrassing little bug that was killing the new map and throwing errors for people. This should now be fixed! Sorry for the inconvenience.
Thanks,
Tom
version 3.6.2
posted on 2021-12-21
Hey folks. Final release before Christmas. I wish you all a great holiday and a Happy New Year, thanks for everyones support this year.
- Fixed some issues with the new mapping stuff. Things were jumping around and not all the info was showing.
- Added a new report provider.
Any problems, just drop me a mail.
Thanks,
Tom
version 3.6.1
posted on 2021-12-07
Hello folks! I've been working hard on some new features and fixes recently.
- You can now report suspicious/stolen/criminal vehicles and share them with other users. You'll see a megaphone icon on each vehicle to report, and they'll appear on the map to ALL USERS.
- Added crowd sourced vehicle complaints and current auction sales
- Added some new icons, real license plate backgrounds and a few UI improvements.
- Fix for VIN barcode scanner. (Thanks Nick!)
Thanks for everyones support!
version 3.5.2
posted on 2021-11-20
Greetings team! π π βοΈ
Just a small update this morning. I've reduced the size of the app significantly, so hopefully you'll notice some performance improvements.
Thanks so much for everyones support! Really appreciate you all.
Tom
version 3.5.1
posted on 2021-11-03
Hello fellow car nerds! π π βοΈ
BIG updates with this one.
- You can now see your vehicles on an interactive Google Map. (Requires your location, but this is totally optional.)
- Fixed some frankly embarrassing bugs with the license plate scanner. Users on Android 11 should find this much improved.
- Lots of tidying up and design "improvements".
- Fix for the Bad Driver database
- Improved load times
Thanks so much for everyones support! Really appreciate you all.
version 3.4.1
posted on 2021-08-27
Good evening fellow motorheads! πβοΈπ
- I've added support for some pre-1981 classic vehicles with the old-style VINs. Mainly MOPAR and US brands, data is limited but it's an improvement.
- I retired the old logo that I "designed" (it was awful) and paid an actual bearded designer with tight pants to come up with this awesome new one. Sorry if it takes a while to get used to, but I think it's an improvement.
Thank you again for everyone's support. Y'all are awesome.
version 3.2.0
posted on 2021-05-23
Good evening fellow car nerds! I hope y'all are having a great weekend.
I'll cut to the chase. What's in this release?
- The camera wasn't opening on some new Samsung devices. Fixed!
- Improved the stock images and included some sales photos
- Improved geographic license plate coverage
- Added a highlight box to the plate when using license plate recognition
- Added EpicVIN, I've partnered with these guys as they have some AWESOME block chain driven VIN reports on vehicles.
version 3.1.0
posted on 2021-05-10
Some interesting stuff. Some boring house keeping stuff, either way I hope this release is an improvement on the last. If you like the app, please leave me a review. It REALLY helps.
New cool free stuff:
- More history data (we now have service events!)
- Mileage discrepancy check
- Improved state wide coverage. More license plates available!
Boring stuff:
- Some vehicles weren't staying saved in history. Fixed!
- Notes weren't always saving. Fixed!
- Improved some fonts, icons and branding
version 3.0.0
posted on 2021-04-06
2-4-6-8!! Here's your latest Orto update (did that rhyme?)
- The app is now WAAAAY faster when you have LOTS of vehicles saved
- Finally added a search feature, so you can filter your vehicles by VIN, plate, year, make or model. Huzzah!!
- If you used license plate recognition, you can now see the original photo in the vehicle details. Boom!
- Added an FAQ. Meh.
- Removed some of the "cool" design features, that weren't actually that cool.
version 2.10.3
posted on 2020-08-22
Good evening car nerds!
Inaccuracies in vehicle specifications has become a common theme in reviews and emails recently, especially around engine and transmissions. This release should hopefully go some way to fixing that while adding even more data points for your vehicles.
Thanks for everyone's support, you're all awesome... even you 1 starers, always appreciate the feedback. But especially the premium subscribers, I couldn't make this work without you. Another big release coming very soon!
version 2.10.1
posted on 2020-07-04
- Added some more cool data for FREE, including recent odometer readings and number of owners
- Improved the performance and upgraded some boring nerdy stuff
version 2.10.0
posted on 2020-06-27
Are you sitting comfortably? Then I'll begin...
Once upon a time, there was a lonely, broke software developer who had this amazing app that most people loved and some people were really, really mean about. One day, he decided to:
- Change the one time purchase to a subscription model so he can afford to feed his dog
- Add some more cool data for FREE, including recent odometer readings and number of owners
- Improve the performance and upgrade some boring nerdy stuff
The End.
version 2.9.2
posted on 2020-06-12
- Big software update! Hopefully it'll speed things up and plug some security holes. But most likely it'll just raise a whole bunch of new bugs and furious emails... but that's software development for you.
- Changed some wording of buttons on signup and search, the Guest Login thing was confusing people.
- Since this thing barely pays for itself, I've gone and dropped another annoying affiliate link in to a company called Peddle. They'll give you money for your junk cars.
version 2.9.0
posted on 2020-05-23
Hello friends!
- On the tutorial it said "swipe right" instead of "swipe left"... you wanna know how many emails I've had about that? Too many. Anyway, it's now fixed.
- Replaced the VinCheckup VIN Reports with custom Orto history reports that you can now purchase in-app. Data is all from NMVTIS the same as before, but hopefully it's now more convenient.
- I've Improved the login speed a little, and made some small text changes.
Stay safe and heathy everyone, thanks so much for the support.
version 2.8.5
posted on 2020-04-17
There was a dumb bug with some new users trying to register. Now there is not. Carry on.
So this app has gone bananas recently, and the wife and I are struggling to deal with all the emails from you beautiful people. For that, we sincerely apologize for the delay.
I've ordered some handcuffs from Amazon so she remains at her post 24/7, however learning to type with one hand may prove counter productive in the short term. It's tough decisions like this you have to make when in "business".
version 2.8.4
posted on 2020-04-09
Whhhaaaat, 2 new updates in 2 days I hear you say?? #ShelterInPlace
Massive shout out to Ben from SC for the donation, you are my joint number 1 favorite user. Thanks man!
Here's the bit nobody reads:
- Fixed a dumb bug that was stopping the Share button from dismissing
- Added a copy VIN button at the top of the screen
- Fixed a small issue when deleting vehicles
- Added the date the vehicle was searched
- I ate 8 pancakes for breakfast
- Listened to Talking Heads for the first time in years.
version N/A
posted on 2020-04-08
Check check... anyone out there?
Quickie fix to resolve an issue with password reset, and a bug with it persisting the same state on searches for some users.
Sorry for the inconvenience! Just to reiterate, I'm just 1 guy with a computer, not a huge team of nerds.
Leave me 5 stars, and I'll say your name 100 times before I go to bed.
version N/A
posted on 2020-04-05
Sorry folks, this is the longest I've been without an update, almost a month, and it just contains a couple of performance and user interface fixes. I will have another release this week with some (if not all) of everyones requests in there.
I'm not a big company, just 1 guy and I'm trying my best. If you haven't already, PLEASE do me a favor and leave me 5 stars. It really helps. Thanks again to everyone for all the support.
Finally, thank you Dave for the donation! You are my number 1 user!
version 2.8.1
posted on 2020-03-06
Does anybody actually read this bit?
- The code for the vehicle detail view was an embarrassment. I've reworked it and speeded it up.
- Added some basic classified ads listings on certain vehicles.
- I moved the premium tabs around to play with your mind. I really need more sales to keep this thing going! Give me a break.
- Improvements to ad mediation and boring stuff under the hood.
Rate me 5 stars and I'll have a drink in your honor. Tell a friend, and I'll drink 6 margaritas for you.