Garmin Launches Stable Update with Music App Fix

Key Takeaways

1. Garmin released system software version 8.04 for Approach S44 and S50 smartwatches.
2. The update includes four bug fixes, particularly for the PlaysLike mode on the S50.
3. It resolves issues with PlaysLike distance from connected rangefinders for all users.
4. The update corrects inaccuracies related to hole and par information on various courses.
5. Users can install the update via the Garmin Golf app or Garmin Express.

Garmin has released an update for the Approach S44 and S50 golf smartwatches, now on system software version 8.04. This new version comes about three months after the previous update, version 7.16, which addressed issues related to activity data handling.

Bug Fixes Included

With the introduction of system software 8.04, Garmin has included four additional bug fixes for both the Approach S44 and S50 devices. One fix focuses on the PlaysLike mode that S50 users reported issues with, specifically regarding the toggle feature on the hazards and layups screen not functioning properly. Another fix relates to all users, solving a problem with the PlaysLike distance that was being received from a connected rangefinder.

Additional Improvements

Garmin has also corrected a bug that could lead to incorrect information about hole and par for various courses. Furthermore, the update resolves an issue where users were unable to change the volume in the music app on their Approach smartwatches.

In a recent communication on the Garmin forum, a company spokesperson confirmed that system software version 8.04 is now accessible to all users of the Approach S44 and S50 smartwatches (currently priced at $399.99 on Amazon). Users can install this update either through the Garmin Golf app or using Garmin Express.

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