Fenix 5X Plus - 6.72 Beta Release

Hello Fenix 5X Plus users,

We have new beta software ready for your upcoming adventures!

Fenix 5X Plus: https://www8.garmin.com/support/down...s.jsp?id=14335

Note: Please allow for the updates to propagate across all servers. There is no need to post that the link does not work. It will after a bit of patience.

6.72 Change Log Notes:
  • Fixed an issue where the background color for data screens in a swim workout could end up inverted if the workout was ended early.

Please note, the beta updates released on these forums are not suitable for APAC region devices.

Please send all bug reports to [EMAIL="[email protected]"][email protected][/EMAIL], and indicate which model of the fenix 5 Plus series you have in the subject line.
  • Hello Fenix 5X Plus users,

    We have new beta software ready for your upcoming adventures!

    Fenix 5X Plus: https://www8.garmin.com/support/down...s.jsp?id=14335

    Note: Please allow for the updates to propagate across all servers. There is no need to post that the link does not work. It will after a bit of patience.

    6.72 Change Log Notes:
    • Fixed an issue where the background color for data screens in a swim workout could end up inverted if the workout was ended early.

    Please note, the beta updates released on these forums are not suitable for APAC region devices.

    Please send all bug reports to [EMAIL="[email protected]"][email protected][/EMAIL], and indicate which model of the fenix 5 Plus series you have in the subject line.


    JESUS Garmin! Release an update to normal channel! Last one was 11-30-2018!
  • I could not agree more. As APAC user I can't use the beta versions - so cant fix the Power Spikes.

    So for the last 2 months I have done most of my training with my Apple Watch 4.

    So my Fenix 5x Plus is relegated to being only step counter to compete with my children on VivoFit Jr.

    Fenix 5x Plus is a DARN EXPENSIVE step counter.
  • I could not agree more. As APAC user I can't use the beta versions - so cant fix the Power Spikes.

    So for the last 2 months I have done most of my training with my Apple Watch 4.

    So my Fenix 5x Plus is relegated to being only step counter to compete with my children on VivoFit Jr.

    Fenix 5x Plus is a DARN EXPENSIVE step counter.


    Should purchased the US Version! MERICA!

    6.72 working great on my US Fenix 5x PLUS!
  • normally i have batt. consumption 0.1-0.2% / hour.. since i'm on this fw, it went up to 0.5-1.0% / hour..
  • normally i have batt. consumption 0.1-0.2% / hour.. since i'm on this fw, it went up to 0.5-1.0% / hour..


    Same. For me it's less of a multiple, 2-3x. But same resulting range: 0.7-1.0%/hr. reported to beta team.
  • Former Member
    0 Former Member over 6 years ago
    I just hope that The next update will be an official FW. Just guessing that the delay for the new FW is due cause they’re implementing all the new stuff we are seeing in the Marq series since it is also going to be in the new FR245 an 945.
  • I just hope that The next update will be an official FW. Just guessing that the delay for the new FW is due cause they’re implementing all the new stuff we are seeing in the Marq series since it is also going to be in the new FR245 an 945.


    This is exactly what I was thinking. Fenix 5X Plus is still a flagship device, and as such needs a fair bit of work to play catch up to the Marque series. I don't doubt we'll see new features introduced on the next major update
  • This is exactly what I was thinking. Fenix 5X Plus is still a flagship device, and as such needs a fair bit of work to play catch up to the Marque series. I don't doubt we'll see new features introduced on the next major update


    Then why would anyone upgrade to the Fenix 6?

    I wouldn’t be surprised if the 5 plus series will never see the new features.
    My guess is that we will rather see a new Fenix featuring the new OHR and GPS chipset, and same software as the FR945.
  • Former Member
    0 Former Member over 6 years ago
    I have just updated to 7.0.0 and in the menu about, it says that the sftwr version it is 6.0.0. Anyone else???