Good news for Garmin smartwatch enthusiasts! Garmin has recently rolled out a new update specifically for their mid-range Venu 3 and Venu 3S smartwatches. Currently in beta testing, this update brings exciting new features and resolves some reported bugs.
The update, known as Beta 9.26, is currently available only for users enrolled in Garmin’s Beta Program. This program allows users to test pre-release software and provide feedback to Garmin before a wider release. Here’s a breakdown of the key features and bug fixes included in Beta 9.26:
- A dedicated jump rope activity has been added to the Venu 3 and Venu 3S. This means you can now track your jump rope workouts and see detailed metrics like jump count, duration, and calories burned.
- support for male audio prompts has been introduced. However, to use this feature, you’ll need to download additional audio files separately.
- If you’ve ever experienced your music player randomly starting on your Venu smartwatch, you’ll be happy to know this update fixes that issue.
- The update addresses a bug that caused some users to experience higher battery drain even with their wrist heart rate turned off.
If you own a Venu 3 or Venu 3S smartwatch and you’re interested in trying out the new features and bug fixes in Beta 9.26, you’ll need to enroll in Garmin’s Beta Program. Here’s how to do it:
- Visit Garmin’s Beta Program website. (Search for “Garmin Beta Program” on your web browser).
- Create a Garmin account or sign in to your existing account.
- Select your Venu 3 or Venu 3S device from the list of compatible devices.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to enroll in the Beta Program.
Once enrolled, you should receive the Beta 9.26 update automatically over the air (OTA) to your smartwatch. It’s important to remember that beta software is still under development and may contain bugs or issues not found in the official stable release.
Before installing the beta update, it’s a good idea to back up your smartwatch data. This way, if you encounter any problems with the beta software, you can easily restore your data to its previous state. You can find instructions on how to back up your Garmin smartwatch data on the Garmin website.
If you’re uncomfortable using beta software or prefer to wait for a more stable release, you don’t have to do anything. Garmin will eventually release a public update that incorporates the features and bug fixes from Beta 9.26. The exact timeline for this public release has yet to be discovered, but it typically takes a few weeks or months after the beta testing phase.
The new beta update for the Venu 3 and Venu 3S smartwatches brings some welcome improvements, including a new jump rope activity, male audio prompts, and bug fixes for random music playback and battery drain. If you are a passionate user who wishes to explore new features, you should enroll in the Garmin Beta Program to get easy and early access to these updates. However, if you prefer a more stable software experience, you can wait for the official public release.
