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WatchApp: Activity Recorder

travis.vitek over 10 years ago

https://apps.garmin.com/en-US/apps/be468042-047e-4181-ae6f-e82a3f50b04e

A simple application that allows users to record activities like the built-in apps, but with more choices of activity type and sub-type. Activities that are uploaded to Garmin Connect have the specified activity type, so you don't have to go back and edit them after the fact. Supports three user-selectable data fields on a single page; Timer, Lap Time, Heart Rate, Average Heart Rate, Calories, Time of Day, Distance, Pace, Avg, Pace, Speed, Avg, Speed, Cadence, Avg. Cadence, Elevation, Ascent, Descent, Laps, Temperature fields are available. Allows users to enable/disable sensors and GPS for each activity type/sub-type.

*Note*: You have to enable sensors and GPS in the app if you want to record the data that they provide. i.e., if you want to go on a trail run and record your track, you have to select the activity type Run/Trail Running, and then enable GPS on the options page. All sensors default to off for all activity types. You must enable them explicitly.

*Note*: The list of activity sub-types is limited due to a ConnectIQ bug that affects most devices. The most requested activity sub-type is Strength Training, and unfortunately that one is affected by this bug. I will update the app as fixes are deployed with device firmware updates.

If you have a problem or question, post it in the forums thread (https://forums.garmin.com/showthread.php?239790) so I can respond.

Revision History:

0.9.6
* Added auto-save prompt 3 seconds after recording is stopped, much like you'd experience with the built-in activity applications.
* Added support for additional data fields, reorganized the data field selection to match up with the 920xt apps.

0.9.5
* Initial Revision
* Supports 920XT w/ 3.20 firmware and VivoActive w/ 2.70 firmware. Please post if you have success with earlier firmware versions.

travis.vitek over 9 years ago

I made a pact with my wife to spend less time working on these little projects. I have had a version working for a while, but it doesn't have all of the possible activity types yet.

Nikeow over 9 years ago

Deleted. Not appropriate.

Former Member over 9 years ago

I made a pact with my wife to spend less time working on these little projects. I have had a version working for a while, but it doesn't have all of the possible activity types yet.

Total respect to you for loving your wife....!! I have a family and completely get that...

Is it worth re-releasing the app as it is even if it doesn't have ALL the activities you want on there? I'm sure it will have enough activities for 99% of people. You can always come back (with your wife's permission!!) and add more activities later?

Matt

Former Member over 9 years ago

As per Matt I was wondering if it was possible to install the last version of your Record app even though it is no longer on the Store or is it a case that as soon as Garmin update the software it would stop the app from working?

If that's not the case then would it be possible to add back the last version of the app to the store but make it fully unsupported so as not to take up any of your time?

I've sent a message to Garmin direct via the ideas submission asking if they can think about bringing out an official app as some way of selecting other activities - it's not like they need a seperate app for each activity as Travis has proved the concept of a single app that allows you to switch between the various options is possible.

Former Member over 9 years ago

"I made a pact with my wife to spend less time working on these little projects. I have had a version working for a while, but it doesn't have all of the possible activity types yet".

Before I bought my VivoActive I was under the impression it tracked everything including strength workouts. It wasn't until the other day when I went to my P90x class, I had no idea how to track my burn. I lost a good 15 minutes trying to figure it out as I thought it was just as simple as selecting one of the built in apps. I now know of the workaround to use the treadmill and HR sections, but further research has led me here to you, and you have exactly what I am looking for.

I think it's a very noble thing to want to spend more time with your wife, and appreciate the time and effort you are putting into making this. Like the rest of our forum members, I'm curious if there is a way to download the original app or if you have a release date planned. Perhaps you could release your working version and provide software updates every few months? Honestly I'm shocked Garmin doesn't have an app which does this already as much as they boast being the only smart watch you'll need. This is a great service you are providing, especially for an adrenaline junkie like me so any info would be much appreciated.

Cheers,

Will

Former Member over 9 years ago

Activity Recorder

I love this app, unfortunately after i have update my vivoactive today no longer works with latest firmware, i also search in garmin connect but no longer there, will it be a new update version soon? or any similar apps? any advice will be good, thanks.

Former Member over 9 years ago

This app is 110% what I've been looking for!!! I can't find it anymore, though...the links are broken. Is this app no longer available? This is simply perfect! Must-have!

Former Member over 9 years ago

I have been struggling with the issue that this app appears to solve on my FR 630. Any update on if/when itll be re-released and if it would be available on the 630?

I honestly dont understand why garmin hasnt enabled this functionality without a connect IQ app.

hermanhk over 9 years ago

My app is deleted ....

My app is deleted by itself after I upgraded to 3.4, anyone has this problem? can't find it any more anywhere, obviously driving me nuts as I use this at least 3-4 times a week at least!!!

help!

Former Member over 9 years ago

Go to is gone.....

Mine deleted too. I have been using this app daily. In fact I used it in the morning , updated, and now it's gone. I'd love to have it back $$$ or unsupported. Either way, it worked so well for strength training. My go to is gone :(