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# Beta Track

Hedge's Beta Track offers a sneak peek at what next big features we're currently working on. Beta Tracks are about getting your opinion on how they may positively impact your workflow as early as possible in our development process. Often, new features tickle one's imagination and lead to interesting new insights. Those ideas and thoughts we love to hear about.

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Beta releases are available to Standard and Pro licenses that are eligible for updates and support.
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Enable Beta Track updates via `Settings` > `License` > `Receive Beta Updates` , or directly download the installer ([macOS](https://updates.hedge.video/hedge/macos/updates/beta/OffShoot_20260521141710_v26.2βb1991/OffShoot_20260521141710_v26.2βb1991.dmg) / [Windows](https://updates.hedge.video/hedge/windows/updates/OffShootSetup-26.1.0.1012β.exe)).

<figure><img src="/files/x9u9y9mPaHDr4G9fHkcI" alt=""><figcaption><p>Enabling Beta updates in OffShoot</p></figcaption></figure>

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Remember, beta releases are not meant for use in production!
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## Codex Platform 8

Codex Platform 8 is Codex’s macOS software for working with Codex media and readers. Formerly known as Codex Device Manager, it provides the services required to mount, manage, and offload supported Codex Capture Drives and other Codex media.

Platform 8 also adds support for Codex’s updated MXF/HDE workflow.&#x20;

#### Requirements

* [Codex Platform 8](https://help.codex.online/content/downloads/software)
* OffShoot Pro 26.2 Beta

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## OWC Firmware update

Keep supported OWC cards up to date directly from OffShoot.

### Requirements

* OffShoot 26.2 Beta or newer
* A supported OWC card.

### How it works

When a supported OWC card is connected, OffShoot checks for available firmware updates through the official OWC integration.

If an update is available, the card displays "Firmware Update Available."

<figure><img src="/files/38FaMfPAqRddDnrN9PWJ" alt="" width="188"><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

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Make sure to back up all important files and data before updating the firmware.
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1. Click the card menu and choose *Update Firmware...*&#x20;
2. Review the update process and choose *Update Firmware…*
3. Confirm that you have backed up all files and data, then click *Update Firmware*.<br>

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