Garmin is initiating the deployment of a fresh beta software update, version 23.28, specifically designed for several of its top-tier smartwatch models. This new firmware targets a comprehensive list of devices, including the Fenix 7 series, the Epix 2, the rugged Enduro 2, the marine-focused Quatix 8, and the luxury Marq Gen 2 collection.
Key Improvement: Resolving Message Delivery Glitches
- Fixed an issue where IR messages would sometimes not be delivered when sending to multiple contacts.
The primary focus of this update is to address a specific communication issue that users had reported. The changelog for version 23.28 indicates a fix for an intermittent problem where ‘IR messages’ (likely referring to inReach or similar communication features) were occasionally not being delivered reliably. This delivery failure was observed particularly when users attempted to send messages to multiple contacts simultaneously. By patching this bug, Garmin aims to ensure more dependable and consistent multi-contact communication for users relying on these features.
How to Manually Access and Install the Update
Users who are part of the beta program and wish to receive this update immediately, rather than waiting for the automated push, can trigger the download manually directly on their smartwatch. To do so, simply navigate through the device’s menu structure. Start by opening the Main menu, proceeding to Settings, then select System, and finally, choose Software Update. Once in this menu, select the Check For Updates option to initiate the download and installation of beta version 23.28.
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