Garmin is excited to announce a new beta update for several of its popular Forerunner smartwatches, including the Forerunner 955, 965, 265, 255, and Forerunner 165. This update brings a host of new features and aims to address a variety of bugs, both large and small. While still in the beta phase, the update can be easily installed by users enrolled in the beta program.
Comprehensive Software Support
Even for older models, Garmin continues to provide software updates. This commitment to ongoing support ensures that users can enjoy the latest features and improvements, regardless of the age of their device.
Beta Update Details and Potential Issues
As this is a beta update, some bugs may still be present. Users in the beta program have reported issues with text alignment in certain situations. However, the benefits of the update, such as new features and performance improvements, often outweigh these minor inconveniences.
Key Features of Beta Version 20.21
The changelog for Beta Version 20.21 of the Garmin Forerunner Series is extensive. Some of the highlights include:
- Garmin Share: Easily share routes, waypoints, and workouts with compatible devices.
- Backup and Restore: Securely back up your data and restore specific software versions.
- Enhanced Swimming Workouts: Benefit from new workouts with speed alerts.
- Improved Alarm Tones: Enjoy a more customizable and satisfying alert experience.
- Accurate Running Pace Predictions: The update leverages your fitness level and past activities to provide more accurate predictions for race times.
- Garmin Run Coach in Garmin Connect: Access the popular running coach directly from the Garmin Connect app.
Additional Improvements
The update also includes numerous other enhancements, such as improvements to the calendar display.
Note: While the update offers many exciting new features, it’s important to remember that it’s still in the beta phase. Some users may experience minor issues, and it’s recommended to back up your data before installing the update.
Change log:
- Adds Garmin Share, share your workouts, courses, and waypoints between compatible Garmin devices.
- Added Device Settings Backup and Restore.
- Improvements to support pool swim workouts with pace alerts and critical swim speed.
- Improvements to the pool swim rest screen and alert tones.
- Improvements to race time predictions based on fitness level and recent efforts.
- Integrates the Garmin Run Coach feature into Garmin Connect app.
- Fixed lock screen vibration during sleep mode.
- Fixed map data field text truncation.
- Fixed edge case weather data display errors.
- Fixed calendar display issues.
- Fixed pool size selection in Garmin Connect real time settings.
- Fixed alert suppression during breathwork activity.
- Fixed various language translation errors.
- Fixed various bugs and UI improvements.
