New Garmin smartwatch update improves user experience

Garmin has issued beta version 21.38 to the Fenix 8 AMOLED, Fenix 8 Solar, Fenix 8 Pro, Fenix E, Enduro 3, Tactix 8 AMOLED and Tactix 8 Solar smartwatches. It has landed just a few days after the last release, beta version 21.35.

The release notes for beta version 21.38 list nine changes, though some of these were included in earlier updates. There are two new bug fixes to prevent the Fenix 8 and related smartwatches from crashing. One was linked to the LTE feature, and the second occurred when headphones were connected to the wearable. The other two new lines in the change log point to updated translations and minor bug fixes.

Garmin also lists improvements to the performance of the Course Planner function, though it is unclear whether or not these are different to the improvements listed in older beta updates. Plus, the release notes mention bug fixes related to the sports score glance, strength activities and the HIIT activity. You can find a screenshot of the release notes below.

Beta version 21.38 is now available for all eligible users of the Fenix 8, Fenix 8 Pro, Fenix E, Enduro 3 and Tactix 8 (51 mm Solar curr. $1,399.99 at Amazon) smartwatches. The update should be pushed to these models over the air (OTA) when connected to the Garmin Connect Mobile app.