--- sourceDocument: australia Combined Product Files sourceDocumentLink: https://www.servicenow.com/docs/r/australia/delta-zurich-australia Release : - australia ft:locale : - en-US ft:publication_title : - australia Combined Product Files ft:clusterId : - delta3az bundleId : - delta3az --- # Combined Application Manager release notes for upgrades from Zurich to Australia # Combined Application Manager release notes for upgrades from Zurich to Australia {#ariaid-title1} Release version: Australia Updated October 8, 2026 ![](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ico-clock) 4 minutes to read Summarize ![AI sparkle icon](https://servicenow.com/docs/portal-asset/ai-sparkle-icon) Summarized using AI This content was generated using new OpenAI-powered functionality. Results are provided on an as is basis and are not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. ## Summary of Combined Application Manager release notes for upgrades from Zurich to Australia This consolidated release notes page helps ServiceNow customers prepare for upgrading the Application Manager from the Zurich release to the Australia release. It combines key features, changes, and important upgrade information across release families to facilitate a smooth transition and optimize application management on the ServiceNow AI Platform. Show full answer Show less ## Important Upgrade Information * **Zurich:** Application Manager is active by default starting with Zurich release instances. Upgrading to Zurich patch 4 or later is recommended to access the latest features. * **Australia:** Application Manager remains active by default. Upgrading to Australia patch 4 or later ensures access to updated capabilities. * Pre- and post-upgrade tasks should be reviewed and completed as needed to ensure a successful upgrade. ## Key Features * **Now Assist Suites for Version Compatibility:** Introduced in Zurich and improved in Australia, this feature allows installation and updates of Now Assist applications using suites of compatible versions. It helps verify compatibility among installed and new Now Assist applications to reduce runtime errors. * **Application State Indicators:** Displayed in the application detail headers, these indicators provide insights on installation considerations, requirements, and blockers, enabling proactive management of application installations and updates. * **Unlicensed Application Information:** The "Available for you" tab now includes applications not yet procured from the ServiceNow Store, helping customers discover and evaluate additional ServiceNow applications. * **Coral Theme Enhancements:** The default Coral theme available with Next Experience or Core UI has been improved in Australia to offer a modern, accessible look with smoother gradients, softer outlines, enhanced dark mode with deeper blue tones, new AI gradient styles, subtle animations, and smarter focus behavior to reduce visual clutter. ## Changes * The "Available for you" tab now shows both licensed and unlicensed applications, improving visibility into available ServiceNow Store offerings. * Coral theme refinements enhance usability and visual appeal across web, mobile, and portal experiences. ## Removals and Deprecations No features or functionalities were removed or deprecated between Zurich and Australia releases. ## Activation and Requirements * Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature active by default in both Zurich and Australia releases. * No new additional requirements or specific browser requirements were introduced with Australia. ## Accessibility and Localization * The Coral theme includes a dark mode option aimed at reducing eye strain and improving readability on web and mobile devices. * No new localization updates were introduced. ## Practical Benefits for ServiceNow Customers * Improved compatibility management with Now Assist suites reduces runtime errors and streamlines application updates. * Enhanced application visibility through unlicensed application details supports better procurement decisions. * Application state indicators provide critical insights to manage installations proactively, minimizing upgrade disruptions. * Visual and usability improvements via the enhanced Coral theme support a modern and accessible user experience across platforms. Consolidated page of all release notes for Application Manager from Zurich to Australia. ## How to use this page To help you prepare for your upgrade, we have combined the cross-family Application Manager release notes onto one page. Read this summary of the new features, changes, and updated information for your product from Zurich to Australia. Tip: If there were no updates for a release notes section in a certain family release, we included a short note for your reference. For example, if a product did not have any updates in Tokyo, the row says "No updates for this release." ## Important information for upgrading Application Manager to Australia Before you upgrade to Australia, review these pre- and post-upgrade tasks and complete the tasks as needed. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__2} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | Upgrade information : Application Manager is active by default on instances on the Zurich release. Upgrade your instance to Zurich patch 4 or later to use the latest features. For information about upgrading your ServiceNow AI Platform instance, see [Prepare your upgrade](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=rn-prepare-landing-page&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US). | | Australia | Upgrade information : Application Manager is active by default on instances on the Australia release. Upgrade your instance to Australia patch 4 or later to use the latest features. For information about upgrading your ServiceNow AI Platform instance, see [Prepare your upgrade](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=rn-prepare-landing-page&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US). | [ ] ## New features Between your current release family and Australia, new features were introduced for Application Manager. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__8} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | [Application state indicators](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=app-mgr-state-indicators&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Review information about any applicable installation considerations, requirements, and blockers in the header of application details. [Now Assist suites for version compatibility](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=now-assist-app-mgr&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : Use the Application Manager to install and update Now Assist applications with suites of compatible application versions. Now Assist suites help verify that new Now Assist applications and versions remain compatible with the ones already installed to your instance. | | Australia | [Now Assist suites for version compatibility](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=now-assist-app-mgr&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : Use the Application Manager to install and update Now Assist applications with suites of compatible application versions. Now Assist suites help verify that new Now Assist applications and versions remain compatible with the ones already installed to your instance. [Application state indicators](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=app-mgr-state-indicators&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : Review information about any applicable installation considerations, requirements, and blockers in the header of application details. | [ ] ## Changes Between your current release family and Australia, some changes were made to existing Application Manager features. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__14} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | [Unlicensed application information](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=available-for-you-app-mgr&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) : In addition to details about applications that are already licensed, the "Available for you" tab of the Application Manager now includes information about applications that haven't been procured from the ServiceNow Store yet. Coral theme : Coral is now the default theme for new portal, web, and mobile experiences with Next Experience or Core UI enabled. This theme provides a fresh look and feel, featuring brand-neutral illustrations to enhance your user experience. A dark theme option is available for web and mobile experiences. | | Australia | Coral theme : The Coral theme has been improved to enhance usability across web, mobile, and portal experiences that use Next Experience and Core UI: * A fully overhauled color system for smoother gradients and better contrast. * Softer outlines and more rounded components for a modern, accessible look. * A significantly improved dark mode with deeper blue tones for reduced eye strain. * New AI gradient styles and subtle animations to highlight intelligent features. * Smarter focus behavior that reduces visual clutter for mouse users. [Unlicensed application information](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=available-for-you-app-mgr&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) : In addition to details about applications that are already licensed, the "Available for you" tab of the Application Manager now includes information about applications that haven't been procured from the ServiceNow Store yet. | [ ] ## Removed Between your current release family and Australia, some Application Manager features or functionality were removed. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__20} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Deprecations Between your current release family and Australia, some Application Manager features or functionality were deprecated. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__26} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Activation information Review information on how to activate Application Manager. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__32} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | Activation information : Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | | Australia | Activation information : Application Manager is a ServiceNow AI Platform feature that is active by default. | [ ] ## Additional requirements If any additional requirements were introduced or changed for Application Manager we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__38} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Browser requirements If any specific browser requirements were introduced or changed for Application Manager we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__44} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Accessibility information Review details on accessibility information for Application Manager, such as specific requirements or compliance levels. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__50} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | Accessibility information : Dark theme : The new Coral theme includes a dark theme option for web and mobile experiences. This option is commonly used to alleviate eye strain and improve readability. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Localization information If there are specific localization considerations for Application Manager we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__56} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | No updates for this release. | | Australia | No updates for this release. | [ ] ## Highlight information If there are specific highlight considerations for Application Manager we have noted them here. {#dfrn3-applicationmanager-summary__entry__62} | Release | Release notes | |-|-| | Zurich | Zurich patch 4 * Reduce potential runtime errors by installing and updating Now Assist applications with suites of interdependent versions. * View all ServiceNow Store applications that are licensed or available for procurement from the Available for you tab. * Gain insights about application installation requirements and blockers with application state indicators. See [Application Manager](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=application-manager&family=zurich&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | | Australia | * Reduce potential runtime errors by installing and updating Now Assist applications with suites of interdependent versions. * View all ServiceNow Store applications that are licensed or available for procurement from the Available for you tab. * Gain insights about application installation requirements and blockers with application state indicators. See [Application Manager](https://www.servicenow.com/docs/access?context=application-manager&family=australia&ft:locale=en-US) for more information. | [ ]