chore(release-notes): 6.1.0 release notes (#11316)

api/release-notes.md

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 [opentrons issue tracker]: https://github.com/Opentrons/opentrons/issues?q=is%3Aopen+is%3Aissue+label%3Abug
 
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 # OT-2 Software Changes in 6.1.0
 
-Welcome to the v6.1.0 release of OT-2 software! This release adds Heater-Shaker support to the Opentrons software ecosystem
+Welcome to the v6.1.0 release of the OT-2 software! This release adds support for the Opentrons Heater-Shaker Module.
 
 ## New Features
 
 - Heater-Shaker support
+  - The OT-2 can run JSON and Python protocols that control the Heater-Shaker Module.
+  - Implements restrictions on module and labware placement around the Heater-Shaker.
+  - When possible, the OT-2 will automatically move its pipettes or the Heater-Shaker's labware latch to shake safely and avoid crashes.
+  - The OT-2 can update the firmware on an attached Heater-Shaker.
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+## Bug Fixes
+
+- Improved tip pickup and drop behavior.
+- Fixed issues when running Thermocycler profiles.
 
 ## Known Issues
 
 This alpha is a work in progress! We'll be addressing issues in upcoming releases of 6.1.0.
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 # OT-2 Software Changes in 6.0.0
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 - Protocols will correctly fail analysis when attempting to place a Thermocycler in a slot that conflicts with already-placed labware.
 - Improved handling of loading multiple modules of the same type.
 - Fixed various pipette bugs in protocol analysis.
-- Fixed [a bug](https://github.com/Opentrons/opentrons/issues/10126) where a robot would be undiscoverable if it happened to have the same name as another device on the network. 
+- Fixed [a bug](https://github.com/Opentrons/opentrons/issues/10126) where a robot would be undiscoverable if it happened to have the same name as another device on the network.
 
 ## Known Issues
 
 - Sometimes module load order is affected by the order in which you power the modules on. We strongly suggest connecting and powering on modules in the order they will be used in the protocol.
 
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 ## OT-2 Software Changes in 5.0.2
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 ### New Features
 
- - A modern, http-based interface has replaced the RPC endpoints for communicating with the Opentrons App
- - More thorough information about a protocol is returned to the Opentrons App to enable the display of live protocol status
- - The most recent protocol analysis and run are stored on the robot to enable easy, quick re-running via the Opentrons App
- - A new way to use labware offsets in Jupyter notebook and SSH sessions
+- A modern, http-based interface has replaced the RPC endpoints for communicating with the Opentrons App
+- More thorough information about a protocol is returned to the Opentrons App to enable the display of live protocol status
+- The most recent protocol analysis and run are stored on the robot to enable easy, quick re-running via the Opentrons App
+- A new way to use labware offsets in Jupyter notebook and SSH sessions
 
 ### 5.0.1 to 5.0.2
 

app-shell/build/release-notes.md

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 # Opentrons App Changes in 6.1.0
 
-Welcome to the v6.1.0 release of the Opentrons App! This release adds Heater-Shaker support to the Opentrons software ecosystem
+Welcome to the v6.1.0 release of the Opentrons App! This release focuses on adding support for the Opentrons Heater-Shaker Module.
 
 ## New Features
 
 - Heater-Shaker support
+  - Access guided setup instructions for attaching the Heater-Shaker to the deck.
+  - Analyze, upload, and run protocols that include the Heater-Shaker.
+  - View the status of a Heater-Shaker connected to an OT-2 and control its heater, shaker, and labware latch.
+  - Update the Heater-Shaker's firmware from the module card.
 
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+## Bug Fixes
+
+- Improvements to the run log, including properly listing labware that is on top of a module.
+- Interface fixes and improvements.
 
 ## Known Issues
 
 This alpha is a work in progress! We'll be addressing issues in upcoming releases of 6.1.0.
 
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 # Opentrons App Changes in 6.0.0
 
 Welcome to the v6.0.0 release of the Opentrons App! This release focuses on a visual redesign of the app that offers more ways to manage protocols even when you're not connected to a robot.