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Change History
Changes made from version 18.20 to 21.00:
Fixed a couple of issues which should improve device stability.
Fixed an issue with altimeter calibration. This should address speed spikes in activities with 3D Speed enabled. (For example: Ski.)
Fixed an issue where the device might crash when unplugging from USB.
Fixed an issue where the watch may freeze during a Ski activity.
Fixed a couple of issues which should improve device stability.
Fixed an issue with downloading heart rate data post activity.
Fixed an issue where the device was intermittently failing to record a golf activity.
Fixed an issue where turn direction labels could be intermittently blank while navigating.
Fixed an issue where the device was displaying incorrect time for Brazil within the Alternate Time Zones widget.
Updated training load usage comments.
Brought in CIQ security updates.
Fixed an issue where the device would intermittently fail to save an activity.
Fixed an issue with bike lights staying on during non-cycling activities.
Fixed an issue where the elevation plot would intermittently double the distance while navigating.
Changes made from version 15.40 to 18.20:
Fixed a couple of issues with Jumpmaster.
Fixed an issue where the GPS updates were failing to install.
Fixed an issue where the data screen background color would remain inverted, if ending a swim workout early.
Fixed an intermittent issue where the device could crash during a Biking activity when using a speed or cadence sensor.
Fixed an intermittent issue where the device could crash when fetching calendar information from the smartphone.
Fixed an issue where workouts from a training plan were marked as missed despite being completed.
Added support for inReach display verification, when using authentication.
Brought in support for CIQ SDK v3.1.
Fixed an issue with treadmill calibration.
Fixed an intermittent issue where the device could report an incorrect treadmill calibration.
Made other miscellaneous code improvements and bug fixes.
Explore App support.
Changes made from version 14.10 to 15.40:
Fixed an intermittent issue where the device would display an incorrect sensor error message.
Fixed an issue where some devices were reporting a higher than expected battery drain.
Fixed an issue where the GPS updates were failing to install.
Fix translation issues.
Changes made from version 12.20 to 14.10:
Added GPS + GALILEO support (Activity Settings > GPS). (Requires GPS version v2.30)
Fixed an issue where Heart Rate broadcast would stop working after 10 seconds if returning to the watch face from the Sensors and accessories menu.
Fixed an issue where GPS related training options were accessible from certain indoor sports.
Fixed an issue where the device could crash when processing malformed activity files.
Fixed an issue where certain settings changes on device were not making it to Garmin Connect as expected.
Fixed an issue where the interval pace data field could be dashed out during a Pool Swim activity.
Fixed an occasional issue where the displayed lengths or distance during a pool swim could briefly show incorrect values.
Added support for Connect IQ SDK v3.0.
Added abnormal heart rate alerts. Enable these in Heart Rate widget > Heart Rate options > Abnormal HR alert. An abnormal heart rate will be detected if your heart rate exceeds the entered threshold for an extended period of time while sedentary.
Added support for canned text replies when responding to text messages or incoming phone calls (Android users only).
Made improvements to pool swim distance accuracy.
Fixed an issue causing Cadence values to be 'stuck' when not pedaling.
Fixed an intermittent crash when viewing SwimRun activities.
Fixed an issue causing some activities performed on multiple devices to be double-counted when viewing Training Load on Physio TrueUp devices.
Fixed a rare issue which could cause the watch to restart at the end of certain workouts.
Fix issue on ant sensor pairing
Changes made from version 11.10 to 12.20:
Added Physio TrueUp support. Physio TrueUp syncs activities done on other Garmin devices, allowing your device to more accurately reflect your training status and fitness. Activities from other devices will appear in the Activities menu, and they will update your Totals for Running, Cycling, and Swimming. Your Training Status, Training Load, and VO2 Max will be updated using activities from your other devices, and your Recovery Time will be also updated using data from other devices supporting Physio TrueUp. Enable Physio TrueUp in Settings > Physiological Metrics on the device or in Device Settings on Garmin Connect Mobile.
Added support for communication with a Garmin Xero A1i Bow Sight. The Bow Sight is capable of sending Laser Locate waypoints to the watch. These are accessible from the XERO widget (Settings > Widgets > Add Widgets > XERO) and can be further used to navigate to.
Added support for communication with a Garmin inReach Mini. (Settings > Widgets > Add Widgets > inReach) The widget acts as a remote and allows one to send preset texts, customized quick texts and trigger message.
Extended Display will allow you to display your data screens on your Garmin Edge during a multisport activity. Enable Extended Display mode on a supported Edge, and pair it to your watch as an Extended Display sensor.
Added support for selecting alternate locations within the Sunrise and Sunset widget. (Widget > Menu > Location)
Added the ability to save Stopwatch recording as an activity. Go to the Stopwatch control, and start the timer. Stop the timer, and select Done. You can then save your activity, which will appear in your History.
Added the Kayak app.
Fixed an issue preventing some periods of rest from being correctly detected in all-day stress measurements.
Fixed an issue that could cause the time and date to be incorrect.
Fixed an issue causing repeated 'Wheel Size Computed' notifications when connected to a speed sensor.
Fixed an issue preventing the elevation graph from updating during certain activities.
Fixed an issue that could cause 0 to be displayed in the Grade data field.
Fixed an issue where the device may crash while connecting to ANT sensors.
Fixed a possible crash that could occur when downloading stored heart rate data from a Garmin HRM-Tri or HRM-Swim.
Improved the accuracy of the pace/speed target gauge during workouts.
Fix HR broadcast disconnecting issue
Fix issue that golf scorecatd can't be updated to GC/GCM
Changes made from version 11.00 to 11.10:
Fix abnormal activity information of activity type and average speed.
Fix incorrect strings on alternate time zones widget.
Changes made from version 10.10 to 11.00:
Added the ability to access 'Broadcast Heart Rate' from the Controls menu (Settings > Controls) as well as through the system Hot keys (Settings > System > Hot Keys).
Added remote display support for the Estimated Total Distance data field.
Improved syncing of user settings and statistics between the device and Garmin Connect. Addresses issues like alarms being changed unexpectedly.
Improved the accuracy of All-Day Stress tracking.
Improved the smart notification text layout for longer messages.
Improved the VO2 Max gauge in the Performance widget so that the arrow indicator is more accurate.
Fixed an issue where the Length data field was off by one during a pool swim activity.
Fixed an issue where the device was repeatedly reporting wheel size detected notifications during a bike activity.
Fixed an issue where certain display artifacts were not cleared from the watch face for certain configurations.
Fixed an issue where the elevation graph did not update during a course if the user stayed on the elevation page.
Fixed an issue where the Heart Rate graph would intermittently stop updating.
Fixed an issue causing the Lactate Threshold page in the Performance widget to not show if an auto-detected BPM value is the same as one that was manually entered.
Fixed an issue where the entered angle field would change its contents to a bad value within Jumpmaster.
Fixed an issue where the scrollbar would disappear momentarily when adding a chart page (for example altimeter) to the activity data field page loop.
Fixed an issue where the data field 'Gear Battery' showed no value on the Varia Vision.
Fixed an issue where laps were not being recorded correctly while performing a lactate threshold test.
Added support for a Sunrise & Sunset widget. Settings > Widgets > Add Widgets > Sunrise & Sunset.
Added support for an Alternate Time Zones Widget. Settings > Widgets > Add Widgets > Alt. time Zones.
Added a setting to display a calibration prompt when using a power meter. When using a Vector, this will also allow the user to set the power meter crank length. Menu > Settings > Sensors & Accessories > Power Meter > Calibration Prompt.
Improved Bluetooth connectivity with Huawei phones.
Improved the accuracy of resting heart rate measurements.
Fixed an issue where the altitude on device wasn't accurate when using the Jumpmaster app.
Fixed an issue where Flashlight would turn off when using gestures.
Fixed an issue where Broadcasting Heart Rate was not working as expected, if accessed from the power controls menu.
Fix several translation issues.
Fix an issue on scorecard updating failed
Show correct waypoint names on navigation map
Fix an issue on smart notification timeout
Changes made from version 9.10 to 10.10:
Added support Connect IQ SDK v2.4.
Added elliptical, stair, floors climbed, and yoga activities.
Added support for configuring 'Off Course' alerts. (Settings > Navigation > Alerts > Off Course.)
Added the ability to set an alert that occurs at the start of every hour. Go to Settings > System > Time > Alerts, and enable the 'Hourly' option.
Added support for setting up Alarm Clock as a Controls and a Hot Key item. Go to Settings > System > Hot Keys or Settings > Controls > Add New to enable this.
Improved Training Status and Training Load to now be updated with heart rate data that is stored on an HRM-Tri or HRM-swim and sent to the watch.
Fixed an issue with editing coordinates on some languages.
Fixed an issue where Autoshot detection and Measure Shot features were not working as expected.
Fixed an issue where hourly alert was showing incorrect time intermittently.
Fixed an issue where one could access the 'Set time with GPS' option in the Controls menu while executing an Indoor activity.
Fixed an issue where activity uploads were not functioning as expected after a reconnection to the phone.
Fixed an issue where the dog widget seldom displays random symbols for dog names followed by a crash.
Fixed an issue where the connection error image on certain widgets did not look correct.
Fixed an issue causing the Grade data field to incorrectly show '0' at times.
Fixed an issue where waypoint names would show invalid characters when imported from Basecamp.
Fixed an issue where smart notifications were truncated incorrectly for certain languages.
Fixed a potential issue where long SwimRun activities could produce corrupt FIT files.
Fixed an issue where one couldn't create a course using saved locations on device.
Fixed an issue where ConnectIQ watch faces would intermittently fail to load from the watch face selection menu.
Fix several translation issues.
Changes made from version 8.40 to 9.10:
Added support for manual calibration of the Barometer. (Settings > Sensors & Accessories > Barometer > Calibrate)
Added support for Hourly Alerts. (Settings > System > Time > Alerts > Hourly)
Improved device key handling while using Connect IQ apps.
Improved the course navigation icons for better visibility and contrast.
Fixed an issue where the device would not transition to the climb screen while using Auto Climb in certain situations.
Fixed an issue where the sunrise and sunset alarms were not working as expected.
Fixed an issue where the elevation plot for a single activity in a multisport, would display the elevation history of the entire activity.
Fixed an issue causing Varia UT800 Smart Headlights to periodically disconnect or power off during a ride.
Fixed an issue causing the Running Dynamics Pod to disconnect when using Connect IQ Apps.
Fixed a potential issue preventing a course from being joined when not joining it at the start.
Fixed a potential issue causing Personal Records to be reported inaccurately.
Fixed a couple of user interface issues with the chronograph.
Fixed an issue where the elevation plot for a single activity in a multisport, would display the elevation history of the entire activity.
Fixed AutoShot detection.
Improved reliability of automatic activity uploads through Garmin Connect Mobile.
Changes made from version 7.10 to 8.40:
Added support for Treadmill Calibration. When saving a Treadmill running activity for the first time, you will be given the option to enter the distance that the treadmill recorded. This will improve the accuracy of the distance that the watch records during future treadmill activities. You can also choose to calibrate when saving any treadmill activity. When you are done with your activity, stop the timer, scroll down to 'Calibrate & Save.' Then, enter the distance that the treadmill recorded. For accuracy, these options become available when recording an activity longer than 1 mile or 1.5 kilometers.
Added support for Connect IQ SDK 2.3.2.
Added support for viewing distances to Golf hazards and course targets.
Added support for persisting Heart Rate data on the widget across a power cycle.
Added support for viewing smart notifications on Varia Vision.
Added support for configuring the Controls menu with more than 10 items.
Added support for accessing Altimeter, Barometer and Compass widgets through the Controls menu.
Added support for adjusting the device backlight using the Controls menu.
Added support for 'Flashlight'. This will be accessible from the System Hotkeys and the Controls menu.
Improved the altimeter and barometer locking mechanism for water sport activities.
Improved the readability of long golf course names on device.
Fixed an issue where the user might see a blank black banner while navigating a shorter course.
Fixed an issue where the device would crash when attempting to continue a paused golf round.
Fixed an issue where the Virtual partner page was being incorrectly added to the activity data page loop while navigating.
Fixed a potential issue where large elevation values were being reported on the summary page for certain activities.
Fixed a potential issue where certain activities would show extremely high total elapsed time when trying to save them.
Fixed an issue where the gesture backlight was not working as expected during Do Not Disturb.
Fixed an issue where the heart rate target gauge would not work as expected during a workout when using wrist based heart rate.
Fixed an issue where the directions displayed on the Dog Tracker widget would not update in real time.
Fixed a potential issue where the data field page may have ghost lines when visiting the DogTracker page during an activity.
Fixed an issue where the device may not respond to button presses when using the lap key during a lap Swimming workout with Drill log disabled.
Fixed an issue where the backlight would turn off (outside of an activity) even though the backlight setting was set to 'No Timeout'.
Fixed an issue where routes created on Basecamp did not have elevation information after being transferred to the device.
Fixed an issue where the device would appear to be frozen, when connected to a computer.
Fixed an issue where the cog value could not be set to a value higher than 45, while setting up a Shimano Di2 Shifter.
Fixed an issue where a power meter was reporting incorrect values when connected to a Chronos device.
Fixed an issue in which optical heart rate became much less precise during an activity if Connect IQ apps were installed on the watch.
Fixed an issue in which the prompt to enter scores between holes during Golf activities was not shown.
Fix the issue that it may crash and reboot on the garmin logo page while unpluging usb.
Fix and updating the translation.
Changes made from version 5.90 to 7.10:
Added support for hiding the distance to next field, shown by default on the map page while navigating. (Settings > Navigation > Data Screens > Map > Data Field)
Added support for viewing navigation data pages on the Head Mounted Display (HMD).
Improved the reliability of LiveTrack.
Fixed an issue where the unit could crash if one were to remove all data pages for an activity profile.
Fixed an issue where invalid golf scorecard files were being uploaded, if one were to pause their golf round before connecting to Express.
Fixed an issue where the Golf app was not available in the app list.
Added support for Connect IQ 2.3.1 SDK. See the Connect IQ 2.3.1 SDK for a list of new features.
Added support for pre-defined Alarm labels. (Menu > Clock > Alarm Clock > Select an alarm > Label)
Added support for new VIRB remote commands.
Added support for adding widgets through the context menu. (Scroll to a widget > Menu Key)
Improved the VIRB widget to accurately reflect the settings available on the connected VIRB, which may vary with model.
Fixed an issue where the activity summary information for multisport profiles only represented data from the last leg.
Fixed an issue where the device screen seems to pulsate when using a white background, in low power mode.
Fixed an issue where ConnectIQ data fields were not able to record information to FIT files.
Fixed an issue where the HMD configuration won't match what is being displayed on device.
Fixed an issue where the device backlight would not work as expected when Do Not Disturb was enabled.
Fixed an issue where the 'Lap Ascent' field was not displaying valid data on the lap alert page.
Fixed an issue where the Indoor Row summary information was displaying distance metrics, instead of stroke data.
Fixed a potential issue where the device could freeze when dismissing multiple smart notifications.
Fixed a potential issue where the Training Effect value on post activity summary won't match the value shown on Garmin Connect.
Made various bug fixes and code improvements to improve stability.
Changes made from version 2.60 to 5.90:
UI improvements: more accessible, quicker control of your device. Core to the wearable experience. Do what you want quickly and get your eyes back to your adventure.
1.Favorites app concept to help manage a long list of apps. Separate (visually and functionally) highly used apps from lightly used "tools". Most will only have a handful of things they do often. Easily promote and relegate apps according to use.
2.Expandable "Controls Menu" (replacing the static power menu).
3.Context-sensitive menu options for quick access to common operations based on where you are in the UI.
4.Extended support of Hot Keys.
Training Status Widget (will not populate fully until a week's worth of data is collected)
1.VO2 Max
2.Recovery Advisor
3.Training Load new
4.FTP
5.Lactate Threshold
6.Race Predictor
Cycling enhancements:
1.Cycling Dynamics
2.Varia Vision
3.Varia Bike Lights
4.Varia Bike Radar
5.Bike Segment Support
6.Di2 Shifter Support
7.ANT+ Shifter Profile Support
8.FTP (Functional Threshold Power) support
9.Dedicated Power data screen
New golf features:
1.Stat Tracking
2.Green View (with ability to move the flag)
3.AutoShot detection
4.Auto Measure
More sports
1.Mountain Bike (MTB)
2.Treadmill
3.Indoor Track
4.Ski and Snowboard separation
5.Navigate
6.Track Me
Additional items included:
1.Enhanced music controls with track info, current track time/duration, volume level, etc. Works with 3rd party music apps as well, Android and iOS. Important when finding the right track without needing to listen to the first few seconds of the song.
2.EMOJI Support
3.Split of aerobic and anaerobic Training Effect
4.ANT+ Muscle Oxygen Profile Support
5.Improved course navigation prompts when used with a course created with course points
6.Data field overlay option on map data pages found within a chosen activity type (e.g. Hike)
7.Workout UI improvements
8.24x7 calorie improvements
9.Swim PRs and swim workout support
10.Proximity Alerts (distance to a waypoint)
11.Navigation Alerts (time or distance remaining to destination)
12.Added dedicated data screens in activity for compass and elevation plot
13.Moving/stopped time data fields
14.Moving average and overall average speed data fields
15.Manual switch between watch mode barometer/altimeter modes
16.Improved visual UI for app/widget/watch face/data screen management
17.Support for GroupTrack with Livetrack. (Garmin Connect Mobile > Menu > Livetrack > GroupTrack.)
18.Support for Bontrager bike lights.
19.Support for calibrating treadmill distance.
20.Support for 'Countdown Start' when using Pool Swim. (Settings > Activities and
Apps > Pool Swim > Pool Swim Settings > Countdown Start)
To make sure the installation has been completed, you can check the software version in About page(Menu->Settings->About):
Software Version: 5.90
GPS: 3.00
Display: 2.40
BLE/ANT: 2.40
CIQ: 2.2.3
SNS: 2.50
WHR: 10.02.81
Changes made from version to 2.60:
Add Traditional Chinese translation to CHN SKU.
System requirements
IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB port.