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Installing the Latest Software On Your vivoactive 6

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 for the vívoactive® 6 watch. The calendar date indicates when the software version was released.


Version 10.14 May 16, 2025

  • Added support for Table Tennis activity

  • Added support for Gaming activity

  • Added support for breathing variations data in sleep glance

  • Added support for Garmin Share app

  • Fixed issue where animations would sometimes get stuck partway through


Version 9.17 April 9th, 2025

  • Various bug fixes and improvements


Version 9.16 March 31st, 2025

  • Added support for device passcode

  • Added support for Workout Benefit to activity summary

  • Added support for Garmin Run Coach


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