Garmin has recently announced the release of a new software update designed to enhance the functionality and performance of several popular Forerunner models. The update is currently being rolled out to the Forerunner 955, 965, 255, 265, En 165.
One of the key features included in the update is Garmin Share, which allows users to easily share their workouts, cursussen, en waypoints met andere compatibele Garmin toestellen. This feature is ideal for athletes who want to connect with their training community and share their fitness achievements.
Aanvullend, the update introduces device settings backup and restore functionality, making it easier for users to save and restore their device settings. This is particularly useful for those who frequently switch between devices or want to reset their settings to default.
Voor zwemmers, de update brengt verbeteringen aan de zwemtrainingen in het zwembad, including pace alerts, kritische zwemsnelheid, and enhanced rest screen functionality. These enhancements provide swimmers with more detailed feedback on their performance and help them optimize their training.
The update also includes improvements to race time predictions, which are now based on fitness level and recent efforts. This ensures more accurate predictions and helps athletes set realistic goals.
Other notable features in the update include the integration of the Garmin Run Coach feature into the Garmin Connect app, bugfixes, and UI improvements. The update aims to provide users with a smoother and more enjoyable experience.
Belangrijkste kenmerken en verbeteringen
The latest software update introduces several notable features and improvements, inbegrepen:
- Garmin Share: Share your workouts, cursussen, en waypoints met andere compatibele Garmin toestellen.
- Device Settings Backup and Restore: Easily backup and restore your device settings for convenience.
- Verbeterde ondersteuning voor zwemmen in het zwembad: Experience improved support for pool swim workouts with pace alerts, kritische zwemsnelheid, and enhanced rest screen functionality.
- Verbeterde racetijdvoorspellingen: Benefit from more accurate race time predictions based on your fitness level and recent performance.
- Garmin Run Coach-integratie: Enjoy seamless integration of the Garmin Run Coach feature into the Garmin Connect app.
- Bug Fixes and UI Improvements: The update addresses various bugs and includes numerous UI enhancements for a smoother user experience.
Additional Changes:
- Vaste trilling van het vergrendelscherm tijdens de slaapmodus.
- Resolved map data field text truncation issues.
- Corrected edge case weather data display errors.
- Addressed calendar display problems.
- Fixed pool size selection issues in Garmin Connect real-time settings.
- Resolved alert suppression during breathwork activity.
- Corrected various language translation errors.
How to Manually Download the Update
If you haven’t received the update automatically, you can manually download and install it by following these steps:
- Access the Menu: Navigate to the Menu screen on your Forerunner device.
- Selecteer Systeem: Find and select the “Systeem” optie.
- Kies Software-update: Ga naar “Software-update.”
- Controleer op updates: Tik op “Controleer op updates” to initiate the search for the new software.
This new software update aims to provide Forerunner users with a more enjoyable and efficient experience. By incorporating these enhancements, Garmin continues to elevate the capabilities of its popular fitness devices.
