1. Beta Version 17.19 for Garmin Forerunner 570 and 970 includes 11 improvements aimed at enhancing device responsiveness and stability.
2. The update resolves issues that caused resets on older firmware versions and improves timer start responsiveness.
3. New support for Garmin Approach CT1 club sensors and modifications to LiveTrack functionality are included.
Garmin Presents New Software Update for Forerunner Series
Garmin recently announced a fresh software update for their Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches, which are priced at around $749. To give more context, earlier this month, they initiated a fresh round of beta testing for both models. The previous beta, version 17.16, brought more than 25 enhancements. The newer update, however, brings fewer than half of those improvements.
Key Improvements in Beta Version 17.19
This latest beta, version 17.19, brings 11 key changes aimed at boosting the user experience. Garmin emphasizes that one of the main focuses was to make it easier to start a timer, making the response much more faster and smoother. The update is also supposed to fix some lingering bugs that could cause the watches to unexpectedly reset during use, especially with older firmware versions.
New Features and Fixes
Furthermore, the update now supports Garmin’s Approach CT1 golf club sensors, expanding the devices’ compatibility with golf-related activities. It also prevents automatic detection of tracks during trail runs, increasing accuracy for runners. Additionally, Garmin improved the LiveTrack feature, allowing it to be activated per activity instead of globally on the entire device, giving users more control over their live sharing options.
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