Updates & Downloads

vivoactive APAC (region file only) software version 5.00

as of January 2, 2019

Use Garmin Express to install this file.

(2.09 MB)

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Notes:

• WARNING: If this software is uploaded to a device other than that for which it is designed, you will not be able to operate that device.
• If attempts to upload software fail, you may need to return the device to Garmin® for service.

Change History

Changes made from version 4.50 to 5.00:

• Support Connect IQ 1.4.6
• Fixed an issue with gmail smart notifications archiving instead of dismissing
• Fixed issue with many requests occurring with the calendar widget
• Fixed issue where weather may request too frequently

Changes made from version 4.40 to 4.50:

• Support CIQ 1.4.4
• Fix Huawai smartphone bluetooth connection issue

Changes made from version 4.30 to 4.40:

• Added support for Connect IQ 1.4.2
• Fix recording of Foot Pod cadence in some sports
• Fixed custom Time/Distance alert messages
• Fix Interval Time data field selection in Swim activity
• Prevent Step Goal banner dismissing prematurely
• Prevent smart notification alerts while in Connect IQ Applications

Changes made from version 4.20 to 4.30:

• Added support for Connect IQ 1.3.3
• Improved Pool Swim distance algorithm
• Other minor fixes and improvements

Changes made from version 4.00 to 4.20:

• Fix IOP reading multiple pen/key message issue

Changes made from version 3.50 to 4.00:

• Added support for manual sync request from Garmin Connect Mobile.
• Fixed issue with device settings sync after first time pairing.
• Turned off GPS when starting a Connect IQ app to allow the app to determine if GPS should be turned on.
• Added compatibility with golf maps containing hazards.
• Fixed issue with sleep detection.
• Added support for Connect IQ 1.3.
• Added support for Apple Media Service - users can now control any active music player, e.g. Spotify, as well as volume (requires iOS 8.0 and higher)
• Added support for phone apps to subscribe for more frequent data updates.
• Fix smart notification bad memory handle issue.
• Fix speed alert unit shown error for JPN.
• Improve Bahasa Indonesia and Simplified Chinese Text.

Changes made from version 3.40 to 3.50:

• Updated Connect IQ to support version 1.2.6.
• Improved Bluetooth synchronization.
• Fixed a weather synchronization bug.
• Improved screen refresh on some pages.
• Fix an issue where invalid temperature is shown in the Weather app.
• Imporve notification feature.
• Improve some page layouts.

System requirements

1. IBM-compatible PC running Windows 2000 or later operating system and an available USB port.