Garmin Venu X1 Beta 12.63: The Battery Drain Fix is Live

Garmin has just released Beta version 12.63 Venu X1. While it’s not a flashy “new features” drop, it focuses on what matters most — fixing annoying bugs and making the watch run smoother.

If you’re in Garmin’s Public Beta Program like me, you’ve got a new update waiting for your Venu X1.

I installed this update, and here’s what’s inside.

What’s New in 1 Beta 12.63 Update?

Garmin kept the changelog short, but these fixes are worth mentioning:

Change log:

• Fixes a potential issue leading to rapid battery drain – This one’s huge. If you’ve noticed your battery dipping way too quickly, this update should help keep it in check.
• Fixes a potential issue with invalid data on the Altitude graph – No more strange spikes or dips when you’re checking your hike or run stats.
• Various bug fixes and improvements – The behind-the-scenes tune-ups that keep things running smoothly.

Additional Updates:

• GCM Translations – 1.70 – Updated translations in Garmin Connect Mobile for improved clarity in multiple languages.

Why I Care About This Update

I’ll be honest — I love my Venu X1, but nothing kills my mood like seeing the battery percentage drop too fast, especially during a long run or a full day out. Fixing that alone makes this update a win in my book.

And the altitude data? I track a lot of hikes, and I want my stats to reflect reality, not some random spike to 50,000 feet.

Accurate data matters if you’re using it to track progress or share with friends.

How I Installed It

It’s super easy:

1. On the watch, go to Main Menu → Settings → System → Software Update → Check for Updates.
2. Download it.
3. Restart the watch just to be safe.

Since this is beta software, I went in knowing there might be a small chance of new bugs, but honestly, I’m more excited about the fixes than worried about the risks.

Venu X1 Update History

Here’s a quick look at how the Venu X1 has progressed since launch:

(Note: Dates are approximate based on Garmin’s release cycle.)

My Final Thoughts

I’m a big fan of updates like this. They might not make headlines, but they keep the watch feeling fresh and reliable.

If you’ve been seeing faster battery drain or weird altitude readings, I’d say give 12.63 a try.

I’ll be keeping an eye on how my battery holds up over the next week, and if anything changes, I’ll report back.

Have you installed the Beta 12.63 update? Share your experience with battery life and altitude tracking in the comments below.

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• Garmin Venu X1 Hands-On: Everything You Need to Know!
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