- Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements
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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.
Select a topic below to learn more:
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.
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
Additional Resources
For information on managing and updating maps see: Managing Maps on Garmin Devices With Garmin Express
For information on updating Connect IQ apps see: How to Update Connect IQ Content on My Garmin Watch
Software Update History
Select a version below to reveal the software change log. The calendar date indicates when the software version was released.
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