Garmin has officially initiated the rollout of Beta Version 31.18, a fresh software increment designed for its latest generation of cycling computers. This update targets the core performance and UI stability of the Edge ecosystem, ensuring that data presentation remains crisp and accurate for high-performance cyclists.
Compatible Hardware Models
The firmware update is currently being deployed across a wide range of devices within the Edge lineup. If you own any of the following units, you are eligible to download the beta:
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Edge 1050 & 1040 (Flagship series)
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Edge 850 & 840 (Mid-range performance)
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Edge 550 & 540 (Compact button-interface units)
Key Bug Fixes and Improvements
The primary focus of version 31.18 is a refinement of the device’s localization settings. Specifically, developers have addressed a translation anomaly where the word “Day” was incorrectly appended to various date strings within the user interface. This fix streamlines the visual layout, ensuring that date information is displayed cleanly across all supported languages without unnecessary text clutter.
How to Install the Update
To grab the latest patch, ensure your device is connected to a reliable Wi-Fi network. Garmin has made the manual pull process straightforward for beta testers:
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Open the Main Menu on your Edge device.
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Navigate to the System tab.
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Select About to view your current build.
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Tap Check for Updates to trigger the wireless download of version 31.18.
Change Log Of The Previous Beta Update 31.15
- Added support for gear tracking improvements.
- Updated radar data screen to support the selected Color Mode instead of always displaying in dark mode.
- Fixed some flat roads giving credit for climbs.
- Fixed auto zoom while following a course.
- Fixed Strava widget freezing on some devices.
- Fixed ClimbPro page not showing grade/position correctly.
- Fixed time in gear for shifters not showing in ride summary.
- Fixed time in gear for Shimano eBike shifters.
- Fixed crash during course navigation.
- Fixed crash while searching for recent finds.
- General improvements to device stability and addressed various minor bugs
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