Hello Fenix 5 series and Chronos customers,
We have new beta software ready for your upcoming adventures! Two notes about this update specifically:
1. We have bumped the version number of the current beta update for the Fenix 5 series to match the version number that Chronos is using. This will make it easier for us to distribute the files. It is okay that your device is skipping from 15.40/15.41 to 18.71, this is intentional. 18.71 is the first update since 15.41.
2. After you install the 18.71 beta, your device will be able to update to the latest GPS software automatically. The new GPS version is 2.60. You have to update to system software 18.71 first, as this will make your device compatible with the new GPS software. You will be able to download the v2.60 GPS via Express immediately after updating to 18.71; or the update will be sent to your watch within 24-48 hours via Over The Air update from the GCM app.
Fenix 5s: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=11661
Fenix 5: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=11663
Fenix 5x: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=11665
Fenix Chronos: https://www8.garmin.com/support/download_details.jsp?id=14862
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.
18.71 Change Log Notes:
- Fixed a couple of issues which should improve device stability.
- Fixed an issue with altimeter calibration. This should address speed spikes in activities with 3d speed enabled. (For example: Ski.)
- Fixed an issue where the device might crash when unplugging from USB.
- Improve GPS performance for Open Water Swim activities (Requires GPS v2.60)
Please send all bug reports to [email protected], and indicate which model of the fenix 5 series you have in the subject line.
Please note, the beta updates released on these forums are not suitable for APAC region devices.
