Key Takeaways
1. Garmin is releasing a significant software update (Public Beta Version 12.64) for the Forerunner 570 and 970 smartwatches after initial delays.
2. The new beta update includes multiple bug fixes compared to the previous version (12.60).
3. Key improvements focus on stability, addressing unexpected reboots during sleep mode and while saving workouts.
4. Issues with adjusting settings in activity focus mode and premature Evening Reports have been resolved.
5. Users can manually check for the update by navigating through the smartwatch menu to the Software Update section.
Garmin is moving forward with the progress that will support a significant new software update for the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 (current price: $749 on Amazon) after a rather sluggish beginning. To summarize, although these two smartwatches have been out for a few months now, their initial public beta software development only commenced less than a month ago.
New Beta Update Released
The Public Beta Version 12.64 has now been launched for both smartwatches, bringing a host of bug fixes when compared to last week’s Public Beta Version 12.60. Garmin reports that this latest update should be accessible to all participants in the Beta Program. If you haven’t received it yet, you can manually check for Public Beta Version 12.64 by selecting ‘Check for Updates’ from the Menu, then System, and finally Software Update on your Forerunner 570 or Forerunner 970.
Focus on Stability Improvements
The main focus of the new beta is on enhancing stability, addressing rare situations where the Forerunner 570 or Forerunner 970 might unexpectedly reboot during sleep mode or while saving a swimming workout. Furthermore, Garmin states they have resolved issues related to adjusting settings in activity focus mode, along with a different bug that led to the Evening Report showing up too soon.
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