Garmin: Two smartwatches receive new software updates, new features and bug fixes

Garmin is rolling out a new software update, namely software version 15.08, for the Vivoactive 6 and the Venu X1 models. This is currently still a beta update and so will only be rolled out to users participating in the beta program. Participation in the beta program is possible via a simple activation, for which there are no major restrictions.

Overall, the software update isn't a major breakthrough in terms of new features. In numerical terms alone, there are more bug fixes than new features. However, there is now a new quick overview that is intended to display changes to various health metrics and information about general well-being. The update also introduces three new watch faces to the smartwatch.

Several bugs have been fixed. Previously, during music playback, a phone call could cause the device to restart or the speakers to be muted. Furthermore, issues with the display of notifications or the evening report are said to be a thing of the past. An issue that could cause a voice note to be replayed at half speed has also been fixed. Lastly, both models can now be turned off without having to enter a passcode.