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Garmin Software Version 16.37 Beta Firmware Update: Venu X1, vivoactive 6, Venu 4, Forerunner 970, and 570

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Garmin has posted software version 16.37 Beta across several related watch families:

  • Venu X1
  • vivoactive 6
  • Venu 4
  • Forerunner 970
  • Forerunner 570

16.37 Beta Change Log

Across the referenced beta-program announcement threads, Garmin lists the same 16.37 change log:

  • Fixes a potential crash when using headphones.
  • Fixes a potential crash when using the HIIT activity.
  • Fixes an issue where only one goal alert is shown per day.
  • Improves course planner performance.
  • Fixes other minor bugs.
  • Updates translations.

Is 16.37 Beta or Stable

All of the linked announcement threads are in Garmin's beta program. That means 16.37 should be treated as a beta update, not as a stable public release.

If your watch is on the regular public channel, it is normal not to see this build yet.

Why Several Garmin Families Share 16.37

Garmin sometimes uses the same version number across related product families when the same fixes and translation updates are being distributed on a shared development branch.

For this 16.37 release, the published change log is the same across the covered Venu, vivoactive, and Forerunner families.

Why You May Not See 16.37 Yet

  • You need to match the exact device family first.
  • Beta enrollment may be required for your branch.
  • Rollout timing can differ even within the same version wave.

How to Install 16.37 (Check for Updates)

Garmin notes you can manually download the update from:

Main menu > Settings > System > Software Update > Check For Updates

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