https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/en-USTelligent Community 13https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436381/i-can-t-manage-maps-after-updating-garmin-express-to-version-7-28-0-1/2031775Sat, 16 May 2026 14:47:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:d75d0837-8b29-436a-b182-22ccab266a78GregaTheBossIt works fine for me. Remove GE and manually delete everything related to it, then reinstall GE.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436381/i-can-t-manage-maps-after-updating-garmin-express-to-version-7-28-0-1Sat, 16 May 2026 12:03:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:ee2aac23-2c0a-4449-b6b3-f12a6c436eacjirisladkyAfter updating Garmin Express to version 7.28.0.1, I can't manage the maps. The option to view/update downloaded maps to the device has disappeared in the application - see image (in Czech):https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436340/download-speed/2031753Sat, 16 May 2026 11:54:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:23a99b61-bd3a-4dec-86e0-8dc84f1630f1srqdanAh OK, that makes sense. When the process started, it was faster and then slowed down later just like you suggest. Thanks for the explanation!https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436340/download-speed/2031693Sat, 16 May 2026 02:30:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:ade5893b-5a08-4ae1-9351-9109372e3ce9SergZakIf you are comparing the speeds you've highlighted in the red boxes, the first from Speedtest.net is your actual internet speed. The second from Garmin Express is not the internet download speed but the transfer speed of the map data that has already been downloaded directly to the GPS unit. If you look at the Garmin Express progress bar, the first 50% of it usually refers to the initial map download (from the internet) & compile progress to Garmin Express. The second 50% (50% and above) is the transfer speed from Garmin Express itself to the GPS. In your screenshot, the Garmin Express progress bar is at 75% meaning it's now transferring the map data directly to the GPS unit. This is usually the slowest part because Garmin devices tend to have a very limited interface speed. This is why the speed you are seeing (333.3k) is so limited...you are seeing the interface limits of the GPS unit itself and it's ability to accept the transferred data.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436340/download-speed/2031657Fri, 15 May 2026 19:40:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:f85b77be-b516-4057-b248-c9624f86da6dJohnfromPAOne thing I’ve experienced is security software can impact transfer speeds. I use Norton and normally toggle it off for about an hour. My update time for a map is typically about an hour. If I don’t do this it is typically around two hours.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436340/download-speed/2031622Fri, 15 May 2026 17:05:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:208f1d0b-c9f8-47c1-8992-3aa939684fc3Garmin - SPThere could be a few things that are also impacting the download speed for the maps. Please review this troubleshooting article: Garmin Express not Working for Updates and Downloadshttps://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436340/download-speedFri, 15 May 2026 14:56:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:6a105dd9-6ae0-45b2-b5db-064bdd9035bdsrqdanI see lots of discussion about how various things on the computer causes slow download speeds when using Garmin Express. How can my computer have download speeds of ~95 Mbit/sec but the Garmin is only ~2.6 Mbit/sec? Explain this to me please!https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436202/garmin-express-version-7-28-1-0/2031571Fri, 15 May 2026 14:41:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:a4531aa2-17b3-480a-990e-d3524a10282fDaveA_I did an uninstall of GE but kept its data files. A reinstall of GE resolved the looping. Oh well.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express/429822/apple-silicon-support/2031526Fri, 15 May 2026 13:15:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:70d20cb1-24be-4a85-bdef-04e0f0093e518744003Garmin, please update Garmin Express and release a Native version for Apple Silicon - there are no iphone apps that are anywhere as good as my Garmin DriveSmart unit is and it would be a very sad day if I had to resort to the apple, google, or waze as they are not even close to my standalone Garmin Express unit!!!. You guys have mapped the world, and are the standard that all others are compared to - please, please, please update the application!https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436202/garmin-express-version-7-28-1-0/2031523Fri, 15 May 2026 13:13:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:2364217b-38f1-46ee-ac3e-5ef5ad502e98hotdogpartysausageIt could be that the installer manifest isn"t registering the new version in the registry for Windows 11. I've had no problems in Windows 10. If you have powershell you could try the command winget upgrade Which might show that an update to GE is available with the current version and new version If you're sure you have 7.28.1 installed you could then manually search in the registry for the old version number and change it (Be careful what you change so you don't break your computer) The only other way I can think of is to uninstall and reinstall GEhttps://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436202/garmin-express-version-7-28-1-0/2031501Fri, 15 May 2026 11:03:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:0af1662e-f1a0-4d89-badc-ddab6e2c18e3DaveA_Just did the mandatory update to version 7.28.1.0. Now I'm stuck in my own loop. Whenever I launch GE it wants to update. When the update runs it says that 7.28.1.0 is already installed. When launched it insists that I update to 7.28.1.0. This is on a current Windows 11 install. The issuse has survived two reboots so far. I'd be wary of installing.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436258/garmin-express-release-notesThu, 14 May 2026 12:51:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:0d46e6f3-ae7a-48a2-91be-8fd08f686932Garmin - ExpressGarmin Express v7.28.1 is available for PC today. If you would like to update to the latest version, please visit “About” within the Settings of the Express application and select “Check for Updates to Express.” This version includes the following changes: Addressed an issue with Edge x40 devices stuck in a boot loop state Previous Versions: 7.28.0 Removed the ability to edit the birthdate in the add device flow. Fixed an issue with the old map image file not being removed for map updates on SD cards. Addressed a crash that could occur when downloading a software update due to bad data being returned. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.27.1 Fixed an issue with the Pin Lock banner not displaying. Fixed an issue with devices in Garmin mode not being detected. Fixed an issue with widgets being re-ordered after a sync. 7.27.0 Added support for the Rally 110/210 Fixed an issue with device software versions displaying incorrectly. Fixed an issue with Glances and Activity lists being moved or reset on devices after a sync with Garmin Connect. 7.26.0 Added the ability to install maps to the computer from the Manage Maps page for supported devices only. Not all devices have map regions that can be installed to the computer. Fixed an issue with non-universal/worldwide map devices displaying the Manage Maps option on the dashboard. Fixed an issue on the device dashboard indicating updates are available after successfully completing the updates. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.25.0 Added the ability to install the basemap if it’s not currently installed on the device. Added support for displaying semantic versioning. Fixed an issue on the dashboard not displaying the bubble for number of updates available. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.24.0 Removed toast notifications indicating an update is available for legacy PND devices. Fixed an issue with users getting a server error when attempting to register TruSwing devices. Fixed an issue with not offering an install or reinstall option for TOPO Active maps. Fixed an issue with displaying incorrect mapping when a user is wanting to remove a map. Fixed an issue when a user attempts to install a map but would get taken back to the device dashboard. Fixed an issue with the Removable Storage option not appearing on the Manage Maps screen. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.23.0 Fixed an issue with maps not unlocking on the FR965. Fixed an issue with Express not uploading any wellness data to GC when a user adds a wearable to a new account. Fixed an issue with the Removable Storage option not appearing on the Manage Maps screen. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.22.1.0 Fixed string translations for Chinese Simplified. 7.22.0 Fixed an issue with the Manage Maps page displaying blank when switching Windows to high-contrast theme. Resolved an error that could occur when a user attempts to add a vessel. Fixed missing translations. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.21.0 Resolved a server error appearing when trying to add a TruSwing device. Resolved an issue with software updates continuing to appear after the update was complete. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.20.3 Resolved computer install failures for universal maps. Resolved an issue with third party maps failing to download. 7.20.2 Resolved a map update failure for our legacy devices. 7.20.1 Resolved an issue with voucher codes returning as invalid when redeemed. Resolved an issue with sync failures occurring for the vivofit 4. 7.20.0 Fixed the progress bar going over 100% for certain map updates. Made an improvement for handling an exception that could cause Express to freeze on a grey screen. Resolved an issue with map updates failing to install to the computer. Resolved a server error that could occur for marine chart updates. Resolved an exception that could occur when prompting a user to do a restart after a software update. Resolved an issue with Express not updating the date and time on a vivosmart 4. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.19.0 Resolved an issue with maps being written to the wrong location on a SD card. Resolved an issue with the backup profile option not appearing for certain devices. Resolved an issue with not being able to uninstall a map without Express installing a map within Manage Maps. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.18.4 Resolved an issue with Epix devices not being detected. 7.18.3 Resolved an issue with TT 15 Mini Dog Collar devices not being detected. Resolved an issue with SD cards for Kenwood devices not being detected. Resolved a crash specific to Windows 7 that could occur when launching Garmin Express. Note: Windows 7 and Windows 8 are no longer supported. This will not prevent future versions of Garmin Express from being downloaded. However, any bugs or other issues specific to these OSes will not be resolved. 7.18.3 will be available to download at any time under the System Requirements. 7.18.1 Resolved an issue with activity files being deleted from a device after being synced. Note: These activities are synced and uploaded to Garmin Connect. 7.18.0 Resolved an issue with USB sticks and SD cards potentially not being detected. Resolved a crash that could occur when accessing the Removable Storage location under Manage Maps. Resolved a server error that could occur when attempting to add a device that requires signing into Garmin Connect. Implemented string translations that were missing. When a user disables Garmin Express from always running in the background within the Settings, Garmin Express will also be removed from the Startup tab for Windows. Resolved additional crashes. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.17.3 Resolved an issue renewing marine chart subscriptions Resolved an issue adding devices 7.17.2 Fixed an issue with ANT devices not being detected. 7.17.1 Fixed an issue with certain devices not being able to perform a map update on a SD card. 7.17.0 Users can now include their device files when submitting logs for troubleshooting issues. Resolved an issue with Manage Maps not displaying a checkmark to indicate maps are installed. Fixed a crash that could potentially occur on the launch of Garmin Express. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.16.3 Fixed an issue with the possibility of FIT files not deleting after a successful sync. Fixed an issue checking for updates on Honda units 7.16.1 Fixed an issue with critical software updates not requiring a restart before a map update. Extended timer to prevent failure for installing maps to the computer. Fixed a crash when saving a music folder path manually. Other minor bug fixes and improvements. 7.15.0 Minor bug fixes and improvements.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express/436191/will-garmin-express-be-updated-for-silicon-chips/2031287Thu, 14 May 2026 10:02:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:374d64d3-228e-4124-a11e-00fccbd62bc2PubBikeApple Silicon Supporthttps://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express/429822/apple-silicon-support/2031309Thu, 14 May 2026 10:02:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:a821fb4c-c412-48c5-ab09-fc01d229f7d56500642Apple will soon not support intel chips - will Garmin Express be updated to work with apllehttps://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/435335/proximity-text-glx-all-languages-update-loop/2031241Thu, 14 May 2026 01:09:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:981e2cfe-7a7c-4fb8-a80b-66bbd30331a56108077I was able to trick the Nuvi 52LM and express app to get the maps... Solution: From Garmin Express Utilities, remove the Garmin device from the device list. Close Garmin Express completely. Either disable running in background or use task manager to end all instances of Garmin Express. Remove downloaded firmware. Use File Explorer to navigate to: “ C:\ProgramData\Garmin\CoreService\Downloads\Firmware ” and delete all folders from this directory. Connect Garmin Device to PC. Navigate to “Garmin” directory on Garmin Device. Remove any “.zip” files. Edit the “GarminDevice.xml” file in this directory with an XML aware editor such as Notepad++ Find the following data segment: 006-D1659-00 0 0 Garmin D165900.zip Change the “0” from Major and Minor to reflect the intended version (was 3 and 90 for me). This temporarily fools Garmin Express to believe you have the desired version installed. Without disconnecting Garmin Device, restart Garmin Express and add Garmin Device. Look for updates. It should NOT list the “Proximity text, GLX, All Languages” this time, however if you restart the device, the zero version numbers will reappear.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express/429822/apple-silicon-support/2031240Thu, 14 May 2026 00:39:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:d73f5b58-27b7-47b3-8a06-c8a0d4400cccGEOTALIANLol.https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436202/garmin-express-version-7-28-1-0/2031228Wed, 13 May 2026 20:54:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:a64e2f9d-bd53-4c8b-98b0-4300f9388688hotdogpartysausageI'm guessing updates are pushed out irrespective of the devices registered in Garmin Express & there probably aren't any device checks within the GE updater to determine whether it should be a mandatory or optional update so by making it mandatory for everyone it's a catch all that ensures that everyone with the affected devices is forced to update to the version that would enable them to recover their deviceshttps://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/436202/garmin-express-version-7-28-1-0/2031224Wed, 13 May 2026 20:27:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:ee041684-92fc-4c26-9a2f-7957e4303cebmavisonI wonder why it was made 'critical' and 'mandatory' to I suspect the majority of installations which were not affected?https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/435752/is-there-a-new-procedure-to-do-a-factory-data-reset-on-bww-nav-6-with-the-new-screen/2031217Wed, 13 May 2026 20:05:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:d220870d-6731-45cb-b3a2-a273268b2e49SnoDrtRiderI don't know and I have a trip coming up this weekend and my routes are loaded and working correctly... I think now might not be the time to experiment! I will note this for the next time!https://forums.garmin.com/apps-software/mac-windows-software/f/garmin-express-windows/435752/is-there-a-new-procedure-to-do-a-factory-data-reset-on-bww-nav-6-with-the-new-screen/2031214Wed, 13 May 2026 20:01:00 GMTa9571b57-dd57-479e-8763-8f8a603e40aa:a940c11f-db88-4fd6-8c9b-6c4d0aea4818brorkeNot working for me. But I do see an option when you press "device" then the 3-bars on upper left to erase user data and/or restore (2-options) Do you have that? Wondering if one of those is the new way for master reset?