Garmin Update Fixes Crashes in Flagship Smartwatches

Key Takeaways

1. Garmin is rolling out updates for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8, and Tactix 8 through its public Beta Program.
2. The latest update, Beta Version 17.13, includes one new feature and eleven modifications.
3. Users can manually download the update by navigating to the Software Update section on their smartwatches.
4. Previous updates, like Beta Version 17.12, included new features and bug fixes, enhancing user experience.
5. Garmin may offer future updates via over-the-air (OTA) methods.

Garmin is quickly rolling out new updates and fixes for the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8, and Tactix 8 in its public Beta Program. Just a few days ago, they launched Beta Version 17.12, which includes four new features, six bug fixes, and enhancements related to the Evening Report Greeting Page for devices with MiP support. Before that, Beta Version 17.11 was released, containing a changelog that spans fifty-eight lines from Software Version 15.32.

Manual Download for the Latest Update

The latest update, Beta Version 17.13, is now available for manual download on the Enduro 3, Fenix E, Fenix 8, and Tactix 8 (currently priced at $1,299 on Amazon). To download, you will need to go to the Main Menu on your smartwatch after joining the Beta Program, then select System followed by Software Update, and finally click on ‘Check for Updates’. Keep in mind that Garmin might make the update available through an over-the-air (OTA) method in the future.

New Changes and Features

As per a post on Garmin’s forum, Beta Version 17.13 introduces another eleven modifications to their premium smartwatches. Out of these, just one is a new feature, which Garmin has labeled as a ‘Tap In’ option for the recently added Evening Report Workouts Page. For a complete list of changes, refer to the changelog below for more details.

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