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Installing the Latest Software On Your Edge 840 Series

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 27.13 May 6th, 2025

  • Added animations to various performance graphs, gauges, and glances

  • Enabled software updates over BLE

  • Added presets for Campagnolo 13-speed groupsets

  • Added support for Varia Vue SD card formatting

  • Added ability to save a course in the reverse direction

  • Added an 8-second timeout to the Spectator Messaging prompt

  • Added error prompt for failed software update

  • Improved altimeter accuracy with barometer outlier rejection

  • Improved user experience for pairing secure BLE sensors

  • Improved performance when loading large courses

  • Improved gear preset selection to automatically apply a valid configuration when a shifting system reports a non‑standard gear count

  • Improved handling of missing elevation data in elevation graphs

  • Improved Map Manager error handling

  • Improved Varia Vue support

  • Fixed issue where dynamic glance would not update with the current Garmin Coach workout

  • Fixed issue where dynamic glance does not update unless device is rebooted

  • Fixed issue where ClimbPro could show different lengths for the same climb

  • Fixed issue where ClimbPro data screen was incorrectly disabled

  • Fixed issue where Garmin Coach would incorrectly show a rest day after a workout was completed

  • Fixed issue preventing Garmin Coach 'Improve Fitness' plans from syncing to the device

  • Fixed issue that could prevent activity data from saving

  • Fixed issue with incorrect time remaining in workouts when activity is paused

  • Fixed issue where the 'Stop Navigation' option could disappear too quickly

  • Fixed battery status icon inconsistency in battery low warning prompt

  • Reordered power and HR zones to match Garmin Connect (high to low)

  • Fixed GroupRide glance showing 0 riders

  • Fixed issue with sensors displaying improper name

  • Fixed duplicate data screen entry when adding new data screen

  • Fixed manual Wi‑Fi sync incorrectly reporting sync failure

  • Fixed POI not showing “add” icon in Course Creator

  • Fixed missing tone when connecting new sensor

  • Removed start timer reminder tone on non-data screens

  • Fixed issue with Accept button in connection prompts

  • Fixed issue with pairing third‑party power meters via Bluetooth

  • Fixed segment deletion in settings menu

  • Fixed color persistence on power off page options

  • General improvements to device stability and addressed various minor bugs


Version 26.18 March 5th, 2025

  • Connect IQ bug fixes and improvements

Version 26.17 February 19th, 2025

  • Fixed issues with enabling/disabling bike alarm

  • Fixed custom data screens being duplicated in certain cases

  • Added the ability to view future weather conditions for scheduled Garmin Coach Workouts

  • Added camera options to Edge Remote / Di2 Remote Actions

  • Added ability to schedule a software installation for after your ride

  • 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 map data field

  • Fixed brightness jumping to 60% after being set to 0%

  • Added graphical compass data field

  • Fixed overlapping values on some graphical data fields

  • Fixed sizing differences with electronic shifting icons

  • Fixed extra small font sizes for units

  • Fixed text truncation issues on the software update page


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