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Installing the Latest Software On Your Edge 1050

The following content provides information about how to update the software on a Garmin device, learn about the latest software update released, as well as information on how to become part of Garmin's beta program. 

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Installing the Latest Software on Your Garmin Device

The following are options for your Garmin device to receive software updates that are released.

Garmin Connect App

The Garmin Connect™ app will download software updates automatically behind the scenes while your device is connected to your mobile phone. There are no steps required for you to take to get the latest software. Generally, any released updates may take up to a week to download before prompting you to install on your device.

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Garmin Express

Garmin Express™ software provides the ability to check for and download software updates automatically each time you connect your device to the computer. In addition, available map updates for devices that feature onboard mapping can be updated using Garmin Express. Follow the installation instructions through the link below.

Download Garmin Express For Your Computer.


Wi-Fi

Devices that have the ability to connect to Wi-Fi® will be able to update the software via a Wi-Fi sync. To see if your device has the ability to use Wi-Fi, see your owner's manual.


Garmin Beta Program

Garmin provides a public beta software program where users can enroll in and install software updates that are still under development. Issues discovered can be submitted  through a bug report and community discussion about the update can take place. Not all devices will receive beta software. To learn more see:

Enrolling in and Learning About Garmin Beta Software Program

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Additional Resources

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Software Update History

Select a version below to reveal the software change log. The calendar date indicates when the software version was released.


Version 12.18 March 5th, 2025

  • Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements

Version 12.17 February 19th, 2025

  • Fixed issues with enabling/disabling bike alarm

  • Fixed custom data screens being duplicated in certain cases

  • Added the ability to view Garmin Coach running and strength workouts within Edge calendars (supporting wearable required)

  • Added the ability to view multiple workouts scheduled on the same day within Edge calendars

  • Fixed Altimeter calibration menu night mode issues

  • Centered GroupRide rider list around user

  • Fixed gear details showing invalid data and gear data fields not populating data correctly for eBikes

  • Added connection type information for paired sensors

  • Fixed nutrition/hydration tracking if the unit is power cycled in the middle of an activity

  • Fixed pause during the update process before the unit reboots

  • Added support for HRM 200 pairing and data

  • Added ability to update Garmin power pedal scale factors with accuracy of 4 decimal places

  • Fixed issues with third-party workouts not syncing to device

  • Fixed climb pro lines being too thick as you zoom out on the map

  • Fixed intensity minutes glance displaying incorrect values

  • Improved the algorithm used to calculate the workout execution score

  • Fixed crash when cancelling Garmin Share transfer

  • Fixed various bugs and crashes

  • Added light color mode glances for glance list

  • Fixed max speed/cadence getting cut off in certain graphical data field configurations

  • Fixed dark mode spectator messages having invisible text

  • Fixed graphical data field selection on GCM for data screen setup

  • Fixed bugs with map icons

  • Fixed electronic shifting data field sizing

  • Fixed CIQ glances from having missing backgrounds and added light mode CIQ glance backgrounds


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