Fenix 5 Plus series - 17.00 Public Beta Release Candidate

Hello Fenix 5/5S/5X Plus users,

We have new beta software ready for your upcoming adventures!

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.

Fenix 5S Plus: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=14333
Fenix 5 Plus: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=14331
Fenix 5X Plus: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=14335

16.72-17.00 Change Log Notes:

  • Fixed an issue where lap time and total time could differ by a few milliseconds on the first lap of an activity.
  • Fixed a potential issue where the device could freeze while connecting to an inReach Gateway.
  • Fixed the ability to play or pause music using controls on a pair of connected headphones.
  • Fixed a potential crash while using the Deezer app.
  • Brought in CIQ System 5 improvements and fixes.

15.40-17.00 Change Log Notes:

  • Added a time zone option for Beijing.
  • Fixed a battery drain issue related to pairing an inReach device.
  • Fixed an issue with the drawing of golf greens.
  • Fixed a potential issue with altimeter data during rapid ascent or descent.
  • Fixed a potential crash while using ClimbPro.
  • Made improvements and bug fixes for Explore.
  • Brought in NFC improvements and fixes.
  • Added battery level alerts to music syncing.
  • Fixed an issue where lap time and total time could differ by a few milliseconds on the first lap of an activity.
  • Fixed a potential issue where the device could freeze while connecting to an inReach Gateway.
  • Fixed the ability to play or pause music using controls on a pair of connected headphones.
  • Fixed a potential crash while using the Deezer app.
  • Brought in CIQ System 5 improvements and fixes.

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

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