Tomtom Map: Version History ~upd~
TomTom officially updates its map database four times a year. This quarterly schedule ensures that new roads, traffic changes, and points of interest (POIs) are regularly updated. Quarterly Breakdown
This era marked a philosophical shift. TomTom realized central teams couldn't keep up with local road closures. allowed users to edit their local map.
TomTom updates its map database continuously utilizing a diverse pipeline:
The steps to find your map version depend on the age and interface of your specific TomTom device. For Newer Devices (Wi-Fi Enabled / VIA / GO Series) Turn on your device. Tap the button (four dots or three lines). Select Settings . Tap System . Select About . tomtom map version history
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In newer systems, including TomTom GO Navigation apps and modern connected vehicle cockpits, TomTom has transitioned to the Navigation Data Standard (NDS) format. NDS maps are modular.
Released throughout the early 2020s, these updates optimize storage formatting to accommodate massive datasets, including electric vehicle (EV) charging stations and detailed eco-routing attributes. TomTom officially updates its map database four times a year
Tap the bottom right corner of the main driving view screen.
: You might see a label like Europe v1165.1234 . The primary version is the number before the decimal ( 1165 ) .
TomTom GO 740 Live (first with cellular HD Traffic). TomTom realized central teams couldn't keep up with
The master database is frozen and compiled into the proprietary TomTom file format (.meta, .pna, .dtm files).
The most recent major evolution in TomTom's map technology is the Orbis Maps platform, launched in 2022. Orbis represents a fundamental rethinking of how maps are built, maintained, and delivered. The platform pools map content from map users around the world, setting a new standard in collaborative mapmaking.

