Garmin's premium adventure timepieces receive two significant updates, surpassing merely bug fixes
Garmin has announced the release of a significant update for its top-of-the-line range of rugged adventure watches, including the Fenix 8, Tactix 8, Enduro 3, and Fenix E models. The update, version 17.28, brings a host of new features and bug fixes aimed at enhancing stability and functionality [1][3][5].
New Features Galore
The highlight of this update is the introduction of 42 new features. Some key additions include:
- Evening Report: An end-of-day summary that provides valuable insights.
- Custom Focus Modes: Allows users to tailor notifications and settings for specific activities.
- Garmin Triathlon Coach: Offers advanced training guidance for triathletes.
- Smart Wake Alarm: Adapts wake times based on sleep analysis.
- Auto Lap by Timing Gates: Enables precise lap tracking during activities.
- Calculator app and enhanced Running Power data on Lactate Threshold page.
- Notifications for software updates, storm alerts, and stress/relax states.
- Touch access improvements, such as keyboard menu adjustments.
Bug Fixes and Stability Improvements
The update also addresses several bugs that have been reported in previous beta versions. Notably, it resolves crashes related to custom multisport activity creation and activity settings navigation. Other fixes include corrections for stale time display on watch faces, improvements in the Find My Device service, and resolved issues in editing power save timeouts for multisport activities [1][2][4][5].
Additionally, glitches with Emoji Zhuyin, Thai, and Japanese keyboards have been addressed in the latest update. Incorrect satellite settings on the Activity Stage Page have also been fixed.
Rollout and Availability
The v17.28 update follows a series of beta builds, including beta 17.25 and 17.27, and reflects extensive testing. Currently, only around 20% of eligible devices have received the update notification, with a staggered rollout expected [1][3].
Users can check for updates on their watch by navigating to Menu > System > Software Update > Check for Updates. The latest beta update, version 17.25, is already available for the Fenix 8, Tactix 8, Enduro 3, and Fenix E models.
A Step Closer to Stability
With this update, Garmin is taking a significant step towards improving the stability and performance of its rugged adventure watches. However, users who heavily rely on these features might want to stay on the live software for now or be ready to roll back if they upgrade and encounter any issues.
Notably, features such as ECG, Dive, and Aviation are still disabled in this beta cycle and will only return with a stable release.
For those eager to experience the new features and improvements, the v17.28 update offers an exciting prospect. Users can download the latest beta update and join Garmin in its journey towards delivering a more robust and reliable user experience.
[1] Garmin Blog Post [2] Garmin Community Forum Post [3] Garmin Support Page [4] Garmin Twitter Post [5] Garmin Reddit Post
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