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Garmin offers new beta update to mid-range smartwatch users

The Garmin beta update version 11.14 has arrived. (Image source: Garmin)
The Garmin beta update version 11.14 has arrived. (Image source: Garmin)
A new beta update, version 11.14, has arrived for three Garmin smartwatch models. The changelog lists a couple of improvements for the wearable. However, there is some confusion about whether the release brings any truly new enhancements to the smartwatches.

Garmin has released beta update version 11.14 for the vivoactive 5, the Venu 3 and the Venu 3s smartwatches. This release is already available to all users enrolled in the company's beta program, though it is unclear whether it brings any truly new improvements to the wearables.

Beta version 11.14 appears to be a relatively minor update, with the change log listing enhancements for users who swim while using the vivoactive and Venu wearables. The release notes indicate that Garmin has improved the pool swim rest screen and alert tones for the same activity. However, these optimizations have been listed in several previous updates, including version 11.08, leaving it unclear as to what differentiates this release from its predecessors. Unfortunately, the company has not provided further details to explain what has changed.

You can download the beta update version 11.14 for the vivoactive 5 and Venu 3/3s by going to Main menu > Settings > System > Software Update. Garmin asks that users report any problems they encounter in the forum's Bug Reports section. As has been the case with older beta software releases for these wearables, Garmin reminds Venu 3 and Venu 3s users that the ECG feature will be disabled. If you wish to join the beta program to test new features and bug fixes before other users, you can sign up via Garmin Connect.

(Image source: Garmin)
(Image source: Garmin)

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Polly Allcock, 2024-08-29 (Update: 2024-08-29)