big changes for Fenix 8 AMOLED 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm; Fenix 8 Solar 47mm and 51mm; Enduro 3; and Fenix E.
A new software update has been released for the Fenix 8 Series, introducing multiple new features and addressing various issues to improve device functionality and performance.
New Features and Enhancements
- Added option to unlink from Messenger for Wearables directly on the device
- Introduced deep-link option to view additional Device Settings Widget settings in Garmin Connect
- Included a missing Sail Expedition page
- Added a new page in the sleep app to display overnight breathing variations
- Introduced a Rucking activity
- Implemented support for Rep-Counting 3.0
- Added TracBack option to Back To Start menus
- Included a View Run option for wake sports
- Added voice command support for Jumpmaster, Plan Dive, Reference Point, and Trolling Motor
- Added Breathing Variations Support.
- Added Golf Notifications to Wake the Display for Easy Readability.
Fixes and Improvements
User Interface and Display
- Fixed Body Battery graph colouring after TrueUp
- Fixed broken GPS progress ring
- Fixed empty map covering last sport text
- Fixed history list trackbar overlapping icons
- Fixed infinite side menu bug
- Fixed map font size
- Fixed palm touches accidentally closing Morning Report
- Fixed passcode blocking Wi-Fi sync pages
- Fixed potential issue where “Red” was translated as “Green” in the flashlight app
- Fixed sunrise strobe prompt blocking altimeter page
- Fixed timer not updating on watch face
- Fixed touch screen editing data fields while timer is running
- Fixed trolling motor interface
- Fixed watch face sleep status icons
- Improved Garmin Coach design on race day
- Improved handling of invalid altitude graph readings
- Improved handling of invalid stress values on the watch face
- Improved Page Layout for Music Player when Controlling Phone.
- Improved Sizing of Directional Arrows on the Map.
Activities and Performance Metrics
- Fixed altitude acclimation chart displaying incorrect elevation
- Fixed average heart rate text truncation in Indoor Climb
- Fixed back button closing Indoor Climb activity
- Fixed cardio workout rep completion transition
- Fixed crash when editing reps in Strength activity
- Fixed crash when viewing wake sport runs
- Fixed issue with the average skin temperature feature on Tactix 8
- Fixed issue with golf Plays Like icons on MIP devices
- Fixed potential issue causing average and maximum depths to be missing from the dive summary
- Fixed start key shortcut being changed after using the dial pad
- Fixed tide alerts ignoring Do Not Disturb setting
- Improved climbing activity to remove “X” icon next to back button when route stats are not being tracked
Connectivity and System Stability
- Fixed crash in Morning Report when the device is locked
- Fixed Potential Out of Memory Issue on the Map Page.
- Fixed handling of invalid Pulse Ox values in the Morning Report
- Fixed issue with extra lines around watch face hands on the Deep Sea watch face
- Fixed issue downloading software updates via Wi-Fi
- Fixed issue preventing calls from being answered or declined via touch
- Fixed issue where Find My Watch was not playing tones
- Fixed issue where indoor walk could not be opened via voice commands
- Fixed issue where pulse oxygen in the Morning Report displayed 255%
- Fixed issue with Map downloads starting during activities
- Fixed inability to check for updates over Wi-Fi when battery saver is enabled
- Fixed potential crash on the course details page
- Fixed potential overnight shutdown issue
- Fixed possible crash when syncing with Garmin Connect Mobile
- Fixed possible crash when using Wi-Fi
- Fixed possible device lockup when changing passcode
- Fixed possible issue where editing a workout with audio notes removed the notes after syncing with Garmin Connect
- Fixed possible issue where TracBack was unavailable as a routing option
Updates and Removals
- Removed distance targets from Jump Rope
- Removed resume option after completing guided meditation
- Updated Body Battery summary graph to display 24 hours of data
- Updated calendar to show both run and bike suggested workouts
- Updated compass modes
- Updated morning report greeting weather layout
- Updated sensor connection type subtext
The update enhances overall device performance, refines various activity and display functions, and improves stability across multiple features.