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Epix 2 - software version 7.35 - Public Release Candidate

Garmin_ODQA
over 3 years ago

Hello Fēnix 7 and Epix customers,

We are excited to announce that the Beta Program for the fēnix 7 and Epix series is beginning soon!

Today, we are providing early access to our version 7.35 software update. This software is considered a “Public Release Candidate” – this means that this exact software version is planned to “go Live” as a public update as long as no critical issues are observed. All copies of version 7.35 will be identical, so there are no differences in functionality whether you install version 7.35 as a Public Release Candidate or wait for the update to be a live public update. We are providing the 7.35 update now, so that interested users can install this update early if they would like to do so.

Please email the Garmin Outdoor Quality Team if you find issues in software after installing this update: [email protected]

If you’ve participated in the Beta Program with previous Fēnix product lines, you’ll notice a few changes from how we have managed this in the past. And further down the line, we’ll have some additional improvements to the Beta Program (more on that later!) Notably, the fēnix 7/Epix watches use one single update file to update system software and peripheral updates (GPS version, Wireless version, etc.) So you no longer need to install multiple update files. Additionally, this forum post is now the primary resource for reading the change log notes – they are not available on another webpage. (There will be more options for viewing change logs after we implement the additional improvements to our beta program.)

The link to download the software update is listed below. Please note that your computer will download a .zip file when you open this link. This zip contains the software update, as well as a folder with the files necessary for backdating software, and instructions for this process if you choose to do so. Remember, backdating software will reset all settings.

 Use this link to download the zip for your watch to update to version 7.35:

Change log for version 7.35:

  • Improved audio quality.
  • Fixed issue where some smart notifications would still alert, even though the setting was disabled.
  • Fixed issue which could cause the wrist heart rate lights to stay on while the watch was off-wrist.
  • Fixed an issue that could show incorrect Sunrise/Sunset times on watch face.
  • Fixed an issue where VO2 Max/Training Status data did not follow the specified Data Color setting.
  • Fixed Issue where Sunrise/Sunset Times Could Overlap.

Instructions for updating software:

  • Download the .zip specific to your watch, using the links above.
  • Connect the watch to your computer.
  • Copy the included gupdate.gsp file to the Primary\Garmin folder on your watch.
  • Disconnect the watch from the computer and it will prompt you to update software.

After updating, your watch will be running the following software versions. These can be confirmed on the Menu – System – About pages.

  • Primary Software Version: 7.35
    • This is the number on the very first About page. This number should always match the “Host” version number written on the 5th About page.
  • GPS: 2.27
  • Wireless: 24.46
  • Sensor Hub: 16.05
  • Epix Touch Screen: 10.07

Thanks,
Mel
Garmin Outdoor Quality Team

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to mastergilgalad

    It’s true! compared to the 945 the quality is not the same. now with 7.35 it's fine but it's not like 945. (Jaybird Vista2)

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to Fitbitter

    You can't. You need file access to your watch that's only possible with a PC/Mac. And, Handy is a German word and not used in English languages for a phone. Its a mobile phone / cell phone... ;)

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to WhatSteveDid

    Having the same problem with my Beats Studio Buds - on a one hour run it often disconnects two times and must be reconnected for the rest of the run! 

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to PeterAndreasen

    LIke I wrote before. I doubt very much that it can be fixed with firmware. My Black Titanium had that very same problem with 4 different BT Headsets. Nothing GARMIN support suggested or anything else that was to be found on the Web solved this issue. I returned it. The EPIX slate / steel I own now never had this problem. Worked flawlessly with 7.24 and now 7.35 as far as BT connection to my Headset during an activity is concerned.. So the difference during an activity  with both units is what? Multiband GPS that may interfere? Or just a faulty Black Titanium? Without an activity however the BT connection on the Black Titanium to my Headset(s) never cut out.

  • 0 over 3 years ago

    I have an issue with mine where the wrist HR sensor delays activating for some time when I put the watch on.  It does not seem to sense that is on my wrist (or if I cover the back).  No green strobe.  If I leave it on, I will see my watch face start showing HR anytime from 5 min to an hour, it will eventually activate and is fine, shows HR normally all day.  I do have it set to go to night mode during the night, not sure if that is contributing. I've had the watch for about a month, and was fine for the first week then started this since.  I've only added maps, no faces, apps or widgets have been added.  

    Does this update fix this?  Have you guys seen it before?  Thanks.

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to coykinsey

    first time since i bought the watch a month ago that it didnt record my yeaterday night sleep

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to aRriC_1000

    I've had this. It may sound weird but this fixes it for me: take out only your left earbud from the case, and start the music. Once it's playing, take out your right earbud. If you do it this way, the disconnections will not happen.

  • 0 over 3 years ago in reply to jeroenqui

    Not weird. I am used to wearing my GARMIN on the right wrist during activities. That was the only way to prevent interruptions when listening to music during activities on the Forerunner 645 with my old headphones. Most BT Headphones only have one receiver in the right bud. Yesterday when connecting to my new Technics EAH-AZ60, I noticed that the left bud started playing music first. And when running for first time since having the slate /steel I had interruptions again. Not very many and no complete loss of connection. Swapping the EPIX to the left wrist solved that. But it's really an evidence of incapacity, that Garmin since the days of the Forerunner 645 which I used for 4 years, have been unable to improve anything on the side of BT connections. I think they are simply unwilling. Which is definitely something to consider for future buys.

  • 0 over 3 years ago

    I now experience a new problem. 1 of 5 times when I open a map the watch just turns black and restart completely. 

    I can't say if this wasn't under 7.24 because I didn't use it much before. But for now a really annoying problem.