Using the Gecko Bootloader with Silicon Labs Bluetooth Applications#

NOTE: This section replaces AN1086: Using the Gecko Bootloader with Silicon Labs Bluetooth Applications. Further updates to this application note will be provided here.

This application note includes detailed information on using the Silicon Labs Gecko Bootloader with Silicon Labs Bluetooth applications for Gecko SDK (GSDK) 4.1.0 and higher or Simplicity SDK (SiSDK) 2024.6.0 and higher. If you are not familiar with the basic principles of performing a firmware upgrade or want more information about upgrading image files, refer to Bootloader Fundamentals.

Key Points#

  • Gecko Bootloader overview

  • Using Gecko Bootloader for BGAPI UART DFU

  • Using Gecko Bootloader for Bluetooth OTA upgrade

  • Using Gecko Bootloader to update firmware from the user application

  • Delta DFU

  • Post-Build Editor