Updates & Downloads

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Forerunner 235 APAC (GCD file) software version 8.30

as of November 6, 2020

Use Garmin Express to install this file.

(2.12 MB)

View system requirements

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.

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Change History

Changes made from version 8.20 to 8.30:

Changes made from version 8.10 to 8.20:

• Improved the positioning accuracy with QZSS support.

Changes made from version 8.00 to 8.10:

• Make a minor UI improvement

Changes made from version 7.90 to 8.00:

• Minor improvements related to Bluetooth smartphone connections.

Changes made from version 7.80 to 7.90:

• Added support for Connect IQ 1.4.5.
• Reduced the likelihood of the watch shutting down prematurely in very cold weather.
• Minor improvements related to Bluetooth smartphone connections.
• Improved the behavior of syncing steps to Garmin Connect Mobile.
• Fixed an issue where changing the step goal on Garmin Connect Mobile may not always update on the watch.
• Fixed an issue in which scheduled workouts could appear on the wrong day on the training calendar in some time zones.
• Fixed an issue in which the last row of the hourly forecast on the weather widget could show incorrect data.

Changes made from version 7.70 to 7.80:

• Fix an issue where GPS is disabled in running or cycling activity.

Changes made from version 7.60 to 7.70:

• Added support for Connect IQ 1.4.4.
• Various fixes and improvements related to Bluetooth smartphone connections.
• Fixed Bluetooth connectivity issues with Huawei phones.
• Fix Monthly totals calculation issue

Changes made from version 7.50 to 7.60:

• Improved font update reliability.

Changes made from version 7.30 to 7.50:

• Fixed an issue in which secondary heart rate zones were used in cases where the primary heart rate zones should be used.
• Fixed an issue in which stored heart rate data may fail to download from HRM-Tri/HRM-Swim straps.
• Fixed an issue in which the backlight may not always turn on when an alert is displayed.
• Fixed a rare issue which could cause the watch to restart when accessing the weather widget.
• Various fixes and improvements related to Activity Tracking.

Changes made from version 7.10 to 7.30:

• Improved accuracy of all-day heart rate.
• Fixed an issue which prevented maximum heart rate from being set in some cases.
• Fixed an issue in which GPS could be enabled in indoor activities in some rare cases.
• Fixed an issue in which the 'Updating' spinner could be displayed more often than necessary when paired with a smartphone.
• Fixed an issue in which the moon icon could remain on the watch face outside of the Do Not Disturb/Sleep Time window.

Changes made from version 6.30 to 7.10:

• Added support for Connect IQ 1.4.1 SDK. See the Connect IQ 1.4.1 SDK for a list of new features.
• Set cadence alert setting show rpm in Cycling Profile.
• Fix bug that battery icon cover text string in Virb page.
• Update translations.

Changes made from version 5.40 to 6.30:

• Fixed an issue that prevented VO2 Max and performance condition from updating.
• Added support for automatically starting a LiveTrack session at the beginning of an activity if that setting is enabled in Garmin Connect Mobile.
• Connect IQ fixes and improvements.
• Fixed a rare issue in which the GPS position was not recorded correctly.
• Update the translations.

Changes made from version 4.70 to 5.40:

• Refresh Connect IQ watchfaces as soon as they're updated by a phone app.
• Fixed an issue that caused unstable outdoor running pace in some cases.
• Added support for Connect IQ 1.3.0 SDK. See the Connect IQ 1.3.0 SDK for a list of new features.
• Added support for broadcasting optical heart rate over ANT to other devices during an activity.
• Added support for phone apps to subscribe for more frequent data updates.
• 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).
• Fixed an issue in which text on some Connect IQ watch faces may not display correctly.
• Several improvements to optical heart rate.
• Various bug fixes and stability improvements.
• Fixed some characters showing error on smart notification page.
• Updated translations.

Changes made from version 4.20 to 4.70:

• Improved the reliability of Bluetooth smartphone connections.
• Fixed an issue in which VO2 Max was not being uploaded to Garmin Connect.
• Added support for Connect IQ 1.2.6.
• Added support for searching for sensors manually.
• Improved the battery performance when used at sub-freezing temperatures.
• Added Korean language support.
• Improved Virb page UI.
• Set GPS as always ON for 'Other' profile.
• Display Heart Rate value immediately after start of activity.
• Fixed some characters showing error on smart notification page.
• Updated APAC translations.
• Other fixes and improvements.

Changes made from version 3.30 to 4.20:

• Added support for speed/pace and heart rate audio prompts.
• Added support to download stored heart rate data from compatible straps (HRM-Tri and HRM-Swim). WHR SW should be updated to V2.60 simultaneously.
• Fixed pace alerts in workouts.
• Includes various bug fixes and stability improvements.
• Fixed an issue which running icon could be missing on home page.
• Added support for cadence alert during workout.
• Improved responsiveness of smart notification display.

System requirements

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

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