Garmin has announced a significant software update (version 19.34) for its Descent MK3 series of dive computers. This update brings a range of new features and improvements, primarily focused on enhancing the diving experience.
Key features of the update include:
- SubWave Communication:
- Expanded messaging capabilities with direct one-to-one messaging.
- Improved message response functionality.
- Optimized in-dive data screen layout for apnea diving.
- Customizable favorite SubWave messages for quick access.
- Dive Computer Enhancements:
- Refined gauge dive lockout behavior for more precise monitoring.
- Improved stability for multi-tankpod pairing and SubWave messaging.
- General Performance and Bug Fixes:
- Incorporated updates from Epix Pro Gen 2, including course and location backups, enhanced heart rate zone settings, and various stability fixes.
- Addressed several issues related to GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and activity recording.
- Improved map controls, race time predictions, and auto-climb sensitivity.
- Resolved various bugs and optimized performance across the device.
One of the key improvements is the enhanced SubWave communication system. This update expands messaging capabilities to include direct one-to-one messaging, improved response functionality, optimized in-dive data screens for apnea diving, and customizable favorite SubWave messages.
For divers, the update also refines gauge dive lockout behavior for more precise monitoring and improves stability for multi-tankpod pairing and SubWave messaging.
In addition to diving-specific enhancements, the update incorporates features from the Epix Pro Gen 2, including course and location backups, enhanced heart rate zone settings, and various stability fixes. It also addresses several issues related to GPS tracking, heart rate monitoring, and activity recording.
Garmin is currently rolling out this update to users, with the rollout expected to progress gradually over time. To take full advantage of these new features, users should ensure their Descent T2 devices and other compatible watches are updated as well. For more details, visit Garmin Official Forums.
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