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Garmin is now offering a new feature across many of its recent smartwatches. Available through the Garmin Connect app, the added functionality is aimed at those who like to post workout results on social media.

Garmin has delivered a major new update to several of its mid-range smartwatches. The first public v17.xx update, Beta 17.16 is rolling out globally with over two dozen improvements for both the Venu 4 and the Vivoactive 6.

Garmin has delivered a new update for two of its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rolling out as Beta Version 17.16, the update brings over two dozen changes for both smartwatches, with another five dedicated to the Forerunner 970.

Garmin has released a new update for multiple high-end smartwatches. Available worldwide, Beta Version 22.21 features almost three dozen changes, including over half a dozen new features.

Garmin is continuing to improve its own products, as patents that have now become public illustrate. Specifically, an improved technology could presumably lead to better positioning accuracy or stronger connection quality of smartwatches like the Garmin Fenix 9.

Garmin has issued a new beta update for users of the Instinct 3 series smartwatches. The change log states that this release tackles several bug fixes and makes minor improvements to these wearables.

Garmin wearables users can benefit from powerful and very extensive additional data analysis with Garmin Chat Connector, and do so without a paid Garmin Connect+ subscription. Rob Trent shows the capabilities of the solution using an example.

There is a new Garmin smartwatch integration for users of some of the brand’s wearables. Those with models like the Garmin Fenix 8 and Forerunner 970 can now link their smartwatch to the Natural Cycles app, sharing temperature data for enhanced insights.

Garmin has started the weekend by rolling out a new update to many of its older high-end smartwatches. Replacing a recent beta release, Beta Version 26.07 should resolve an issue that impacts inReach Remote usage.

Garmin claims to have improved its Garmin Coach service across multiple high-end smartwatches. Also featuring a potential Garmin Connect issue, v26.06 is currently being beta tested across Enduro 2, Fenix 7, Quatix 7 and Marq Gen 2 smartwatches with Pro versions to follow.

Garmin has released a new update, software version 5.09, for one of its Lily-series smartwatches. It is said to improve the performance of the wearable in cold temperatures. However, a sensor-related bug does not appear to have been resolved in this update.

Garmin Connect is a very comprehensive and capable ecosystem that offers plenty of options, especially for athletes. A recent in-depth report suggests that, ever since the introduction of Garmin Connect+, the company has been navigating a delicate balance between maintaining openness and delivering added value for paying customers.

The Garmin System Software Version 8.09 is rolling out to one of the brand’s recently released smartwatches. This update is said to improve a navigation page and fix a bug experienced by users of the Approach J1.

Garmin has finalised a new update for its current Pro-branded smartwatches. Rolling out globally as a free update, System Software 21.39 is said to improve the cellular connectivity experience while introducing other changes, too.

The Garmin Beta Version 14.05 update is now available for some of the brand's smartwatch users. It includes new features, including glances, a Morning Report-related tool and a Workout Execution score for users of the Instinct 3 series wearables.

The Garmin software version 16.37 is now available for all users of five of the brand’s smartwatches. This stable release improves the course planning tool and addresses a couple of bugs which could cause the wearables to crash unexpectedly.

Garmin has released a new update to many of its high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally as a free update, System Software 21.39 aims to address bugs affecting last month's major software release. The update should improve Garmin's activity experiences in multiple areas.

Garmin is rumored to be releasing a new wearable in the near future. While some sources point to the launch of the leaked CIRQA Smart Band, it could alternatively be a new running smartwatch.

Garmin appears to be rolling out a new stable update for several smartwatch models. Officially reported as a beta update, version 21.39 has also been reportedly received by Fenix 8 users who are not enrolled in the testing program.

The Garmin Instinct 3 Alpine Rush Collection smartwatches will be released in the near future. These four recently revealed wearables are said to be limited edition, with features that include an LED flashlight and a metal-reinforced bezel.

Garmin has revealed that over a dozen smartwatches can now download a full WhatsApp client. Available globally, the new app is free to use and brings a range of features to smartwatches like the Vivoactive 6, Fenix 8 and Forerunner 970 that previously required you to pick up a smartphone.

Garmin has just rolled out a new set of watch faces to celebrate World Sleep Day. The fact that high-end smartwatches like the Venu X1 and the Fenix 8 Solar are ineligible to receive these watch faces has already drawn criticism from multiple quarters.

Garmin is offering a new update to its recent mid-range smartwatches. Rather than a milestone update, the company has returned with multiple bug fixes and workout improvements for both the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970.

Garmin has quietly cut the price of a high-end smartwatch in more markets. Equipped with satellite and cellular connectivity, the smartwatch is also the company's first to feature a MicroLED display too. The Fenix 8 Pro MicroLED still costs considerably more than its AMOLED counterpart, though.

The Garmin Chat Connector could open up entirely new possibilities for analyzing data from the Garmin ecosystem - potentially even on smartphones. In principle, the system might offer a way to process large volumes of data independently of the manufacturer.

The Garmin beta version 21.38 update is currently being pushed to users of multiple smartwatches. This latest release resolves several bugs which could cause wearables, including the Fenix 8, to crash.

Garmin has released a new beta update, version 16.37, for some of its smartwatches. The software is said to bring various bug fixes alongside improvements for the course planner tool to users of the Venu X1, Venu 4 and vivoactive 6.

The Garmin ecosystem now supports two-way synchronisation with another third-party service. This new feature streamlines workout management for consumers who use both Garmin and Peloton.

Garmin has signalled that multiple smartwatches are set to receive new stable updates soon. All high-end models, the update will serve to resolve multiple outstanding issues that presented themselves after a recent stable software rollout.

Garmin software version 3.32 is rolling out to users of one of the brand’s wearables. The update tackles a problem linked to the vivosmart 5’s heart rate functionality.

Garmin is expanding its range of mobile devices for golfers. The Approach G82 provides a wealth of information for perfecting your swing while also offering map functions. It comes preloaded with tens of thousands of individual golf courses worldwide and can be combined with other Garmin products.

Garmin has issued a new software update for many of its older high-end smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update focuses on resolving outstanding bugs again rather than adding any new features.

Garmin is rolling out another update for multiple high-end smartwatches. While the company cites over half a dozen changes in its changelog, Beta Program participants have noticed a crucial issue with Garmin's new beta software.

A new Garmin update, system software 25.15, is rolling out to one of the brand’s wearables. It tackles a range of bugs, including one linked to a map feature.

Garmin is rolling out system software 25.14 to users of one of its wearables. This is the device’s first update in 2026, bringing several bug fixes linked to widgets and other functions. Plus, the release is also said to improve the battery life of the G2 watch-style dive computer to some extent.

A new Garmin update, system software 3.06, is on the way to users of one of the brand’s wearables. It allows users to add more data fields to certain screens, and is also said to improve weather and tide-related information. On top of this, the update brings a range of bug fixes to the Descent X30 dive computer.

Garmin is rolling out a new system software 5.09 update to one of its wearables. The release includes a range of new features, including support for a device passcode and more information about connected gadgets. Plus, users of the Descent X50i also get a pairing stability improvement with this update.

A new Garmin smartwatch update, system software 13.29, is rolling out to users of several models. This stable release focuses on an issue linked to a particular activity, which could cause the wearables to crash. Version 13.29 could be the final release in this update cycle for the Instinct 3 and related smartwatches.

Garmin is rolling out a new software update and offering it for various smartwatches. At best, this should significantly improve the user experience. The update is not yet being rolled out to all users. It is available for the Fenix 8 model versions, but not for all versions.

Garmin has announced a new update for multiple smartwatches. Rolling out now before an impending stable release, the update is said to improve Garmin's Interval Workout experience compared to recent stable builds. Software Version 13.29 is reaching the Instinct 3, Instinct E and Instinct Crossover AMOLED as an over-the-air (OTA) download.

The Garmin Software Version 5.08 update is currently rolling out to users of one of the brand’s smartwatches. This stable release brings a new GPS signal-related notification to this wearable. Plus, the Lily 2 Active is also getting a bug fix linked to the Auto Activity Start functionality in this update.

Garmin has started offering a new update to one of its flagship smartwatches. Rolling out globally, the new update is designed to improve the cellular connectivity experience following a recent major software release. Only the Fenix 8 Pro is set to receive the new update, though.

Multiple Garmin smartwatches are in line for a new round of improvements. Delivered by the second stable update in a week, the improvements should resolve outstanding issues that affected a recent major software release.

Garmin has revealed its new Feature Update. Culling the Fenix 7 series entirely, the February 2026 Feature Update contains numerous new features for newer smartwatches, like the expansion of the Garmin Fitness Coach and Sleep Alignment, among other changes.

Garmin has silently cut the price of one of its high-end smartwatches. Seemingly a permanent reduction, the new pricing brings the MicroLED-wielding smartwatch closer to the prices of its AMOLED-backed siblings.

A new version of the Garmin Connect app, version 5.22, is now available for iOS. While the release notes for the update do not reveal many details, two changes have been reported by users of the brand’s wearables. One of these is linked to the battery level of connected devices.

Garmin has delivered a new update to one of its high-end smartwatches. Available globally, the new update coincides with Garmin bringing manual sleep focus options to the Fenix 8 and Fenix 8 Pro, too.

Garmin has quietly added a new Sleep Focus Mode shortcut to the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 smartwatches. The tool was spotted by users after the latest stable update, software version 16.28, and confirmed by the brand’s customer support team. It replaces the older Sleep Mode shortcut, which was removed in a November 2025 update.

Garmin offers a paid premium service for its wearables. Many users have strongly criticized this kind of paywall, but it probably won’t go away anytime soon.

Garmin has finally released its long-awaited next stable update for one of its high-end smartwatches. Available globally, the new firmware differs from a similar update that recently debuted on other smartwatches in key areas. The new update should reach the Tactix 8 as an OTA download.