Garmin just dropped Beta Version 17.25 for some of its newest premium watches, and while it’s not the kind of update that screams “look at me!”, it’s the kind that quietly makes your watch better. Think fewer glitches, smoother performance, and less frustration mid-activity.
If you’re in Garmin’s Public Beta Program, this update might already be on its way to your wrist.
Important Update for Fenix 8 Owners: In this beta release, ECG, Dive, and Aviation features are temporarily turned off. If you rely on any of these, you might want to hold off on updating until they’re restored in a future build.
Which Watches Are Getting It?
Garmin is continuing its support for its latest high-end lineup with this update, rolling it out to the following devices:
- Fenix 8 AMOLED (43mm, 47mm, 51mm)
- Fenix 8 Solar (47mm, 51mm)
- Enduro 3
- Fenix E
- Tactix 8 Solar
- Tactix 8 AMOLED (47mm, 51mm)
Good news for eager testers! The rollout is already at 100% for those enrolled in the beta program. So, if your watch hasn’t prompted you to update yet, keep an eye out – it should arrive within the next 24 to 48 hours.
How to Get Garmin Fenix 8 Beta 17.25
While the update will eventually land on your watch automatically, you can manually check if you’re feeling a bit impatient:
On your watch:
Menu → System → Software Update → Check for Updates
Or, if you prefer, use Garmin Express on your computer (just make sure your watch is in the rollout group).
What’s Changed in 17.25?
This particular beta release is primarily focused on squashing some existing bugs that were present in the previous beta version (v17.23).
Here’s a quick rundown of the fixes:
- Fixed a crash when backing out during custom multisport activity setup.
- Fixed a crash when viewing activity settings from the main menu instead of the activity screen.
They might sound minor, but if you’ve been bitten by either of these bugs, you know they can be a real mood killer during setup.
How to Check Your Version
After updating, you can confirm you’re on 17.25 by going to:
Menu → System → About → Host Software Version: 17.25
The Takeaway
Beta updates aren’t for everyone, but they’re great if you want fixes before the masses get them.
Pros:
- Smoother performance.
- Two annoying crashes eliminated.
Cons:
- Temporary loss of ECG, Dive, and Aviation features.
If those missing features don’t affect you, this is a solid, stability-focused update worth installing.
📌 Pro Tip: Not in Garmin’s Public Beta Program? Signing up through Garmin’s site is quick, free, and gives you first dibs on updates like this.
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