Garmin Resolves Smartwatch HRV Issue in Latest Beta Update

Key Takeaways

1. Garmin released beta update 21.18 for Fenix 8, Fenix E, Enduro 3, and Tactix 8 smartwatches.
2. The update includes two new bug fixes: one for the Garmin Messenger app and another for the heart rate variability (HRV) chart.
3. The update has been rolled out over the air (OTA) to about 50% of users, with no timeline for full rollout.
4. During beta testing, ECG, Dive, and Aviation features are unavailable.
5. A stable version of the 21.xx software is expected to include a feature allowing users to disable navigation guidance until needed.

Garmin has released a new beta update, version 21.18, for its Fenix 8, Fenix E, Enduro 3, and Tactix 8 smartwatches. This update comes just a week after the last one in the 21.xx testing series, which was version 21.17. The previous update fixed four issues, including a bug related to GPS navigation.

New Bug Fixes

The beta version 21.18 introduces two additional bug fixes for the Fenix 8 and its related models. The first fix addresses an issue with the Garmin Messenger app, where users were facing delays when trying to scroll through longer message threads. The second fix solves a problem with the heart rate variability (HRV) chart, which could crash when users interacted with it.

Update Rollout

As per a recent update on the Garmin forum, this version has been rolled out over the air (OTA) to about 50% of users who own these smartwatches. It is still uncertain when this rollout will reach 100%. As always during beta testing, the ECG, Dive, and Aviation features are not available. It is also not known when a stable version of the 21.xx software will be available for all users of the Fenix 8 (AMOLED 47mm Orange currently priced at $1,099.99 on Amazon), Fenix E, Enduro 3, and Tactix 8. This stable version is anticipated to include a new option allowing users to disable navigation guidance until a turn is necessary.

Garmin is continuously working to enhance the user experience with its devices, and this latest beta update is a step in that direction.

Source:
Link