Key Takeaways
1. Garmin released System Software version 19.50 for Descent Mk3 and Mk3i dive computers.
2. The update includes bug fixes, including a crash issue with the graphical compass data field.
3. It resolves a blank area issue on the map during navigation and corrects dive battery estimate errors.
4. Navigation issues with the Plan Dive feature and bugs in Auto Zoom and Orientation settings have been fixed.
5. The update is automatically pushed to devices, with manual update options available through Garmin Connect or Garmin Express.
Garmin has put out a new stable update for the Descent Mk3 and Descent Mk3i dive computers. The System Software version 19.50 is a small update that comes after the version 19.49 released in late February, which introduced new payment applications and data fields.
Bug Fixes and Improvements
The 19.50 update includes several bug fixes for these devices. One of the key fixes addresses a potential crash that could happen when users attempted to set up the graphical compass data field found on dive data pages. Additionally, some users of the Descent Mk3 dive computer had experienced a blank area near the top of the map during navigation, but this issue has been fixed. The update notes mention that an error with dive battery estimates, which was linked to the always-on display mode when inactive, has now been corrected.
Navigation and Settings Adjustments
Garmin has also tackled an issue with the Plan Dive feature, where navigation to nearby dive sites would not initiate as expected. Moreover, a bug related to the Auto Zoom and Orientation settings on the map has been resolved. System Software version 19.50 will be automatically pushed to Descent Mk3 and Descent Mk3i dive computers (currently priced at $1,399.99 on Amazon). You also have the option to manually update via Garmin Connect or Garmin Express.
Garmin’s commitment to improving user experience is evident in these updates, ensuring that divers have a smoother experience with their devices.
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