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Garmin has issued the second v25.xx beta update to the Fenix 7 series in less than a week. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin releases new update for older high-end smartwatches with Wi-Fi improvements

Garmin has launched a new update for several of its older high-end smartwatches. Arriving in the wake of new smartwatch releases, the update is said to resolve a frustrating Wi-Fi connectivity issue that has plagued recent builds.

Alex Alderson, 14 Jan 2026 14:44

The Garmin Instinct Crossover (pictured) and related smartwatches are receiving beta version 13.14. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin fixes issues with new activity in smartwatch beta update

The Garmin Instinct 3, Instinct E, and Instinct Crossover smartwatches are receiving a new beta update. The version 13.14 release tackles an issue with a recently added activity type for these wearables. Plus, there is a second bu...

Polly Allcock, 13 Jan 2026 20:32

Garmin's latest smartwatch adds to the Fenix 8 Pro's functionality with marine-first features. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin launches new high-end smartwatch with satellite and cellular connectivity

Garmin has revealed a new high-end smartwatch. Already available to order, the new release combines satellite and cellular connectivity with a bright AMOLED display and several features not found on many of Garmin's other smartwat...

Alex Alderson, 13 Jan 2026 16:06

Garmin has issued a rather confusing update for the Fenix 8 Pro and its peers. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin launches new update for high-end smartwatches

Garmin has introduced a new update for its current batch of high-end smartwatches. A rather confusing update, Beta Version 21.16 follows a build from last week that has left Beta Program participants scratching their heads.

Alex Alderson, 13 Jan 2026 13:20

Garmin has released beta version 16.14 for the Venu X1 (pictured), Venu 4 and vivoactive 6. (Image source: Garmin)

Garmin pushes new free beta update to several smartwatches

The Garmin beta version 16.14 update is now available for users of three of the brand’s smartwatches. While the release notes suggest that it brings several features and improvements to these wearables, users of the Venu X1, Venu ...

Polly Allcock, 13 Jan 2026 13:18

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Garmin releases new update for older high-end smartwatches with Wi-Fi improvements

Garmin fixes issues with new activity in smartwatch beta update

Garmin launches new high-end smartwatch with satellite and cellular connectivity

Garmin launches new update for high-end smartwatches

Garmin pushes new free beta update to several smartwatches

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