Key Takeaways
1. Garmin has released Public Beta update Version 23.48 for select smartwatches, including Epix, Enduro 2, Fenix 7, Quatix 7, and Mar Gen 2.
2. Pro variants, including Tactix 7 and MARQ Aviator Gen 2, will receive support later and are not included in the current Beta program.
3. Users can manually check for updates by navigating to Menu > System > Software Update > Check for Updates.
4. The update focuses on enhancing stability, fixing accessory visibility issues, and preventing random shutdowns on the PlaneSync page.
5. Dive and ECG functionalities are disabled in this version, indicating more beta updates may be needed before a stable release.
Garmin has started to release a new Public Beta update after launching Beta Version 23.41 at the end of November. This latest update has jumped to Beta Version 23.48, which can be downloaded over-the-air (OTA) for the Epix, Enduro 2, Fenix 7, Quatix 7, and Mar Gen 2 smartwatches. On the other hand, Garmin mentions that support for Pro variants will come later. However, the Tactix 7 and MARQ Aviator Gen 2 (currently priced at $1,299 – refurbished on Amazon) are still not included in Garmin’s Public Beta program.
Installation Details
Ignoring that, Garmin has already reported delivering Beta Version 23.48 to all eligible smartwatches at the moment. If your smartwatch isn’t showing the update, you can manually start the installation by going to Menu, then System, and selecting Software Update before clicking ‘Check for Updates’. The main goal of Beta Version 23.48 is to enhance stability.
Improvements Made
Garmin has specifically mentioned fixes for a problem where some connected accessories were not showing up in the Sensors and Accessories menu. Also, Beta Version 23.48 aims to stop random shutdowns that could happen on the PlaneSync page. This update also brings general improvements to the iR Remote feature, though Garmin hasn’t provided detailed information on this aspect. Since Dive and ECG functionality have been disabled in this version, it’s probable that Garmin has more beta updates in mind before they can finally release a long-awaited stable version.
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