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Date : Thu Nov 20 2025 01:45:06

Garmins latest smartwatch update helps catch signs of stress in one key way

Date:
Thu, 20 Nov 2025 01:31:00 +0000

Description:
A new Garmin update brings improved health metrics and new features to its 
smartwatches and cycling computers.

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has released an update for its smartwatches and cycling computers Garmin 
watches get 3D maps and better health metrics Cycling computers, meanwhile, 
received a wide range of new features 

Garmin has just released a huge update for some of its best smartwatches , 
including the Vivoactive 6 , Forerunner 570 , and Venu X1 , as well as 
several cycling computers like the Edge 540 and 1050. That makes it a 
wide-ranging upgrade that should affect a broad array of users. 

What exactly does it cover? Well, Garmin says the new features can help 
customers monitor their overall well-being and take their bike rides to the 
next level. They cover both free and premium features, so there should be 
something for everyone. 

For smartwatches, there is a new health status feature that gives you 
long-term insight into how your well-being is holding up. Garmin says this 
includes metrics such as heart rate, HRV, respiration, skin temperature and 
Pulse Ox while sleeping. 

With health status, you can quickly see whether these stats are trending away 
from their usual range  if they are, that could hint that your body is more 
stressed than usual, which might be related to illness, physical activity, or 
something else. This information can be viewed on your Garmin smartwatch or 
in the Garmin Connect app. 

The update also includes a fresh premium feature: 3D maps in Garmin Connect. 
Instead of relying on plain old 2D map views, you can now enjoy 3D 
topographic maps for activity routes, courses, and trails. That should give 
you a clearer view of your surroundings while browsing your logged 
activities, custom courses, and individual trails in Garmin Trails. Note that 
youll need a paid Garmin Connect+ plan for the 3D maps feature. Cycling 
computer updates (Image credit: Garmin) 

Theres also a range of free features for users of Garmins cycling computers. 
That includes smart prompts that remind you to rehydrate and refuel during an 
ongoing power guide or workout. Each prompt is based on your current fitness 
and course difficulty, as well as heat and humidity levels. 

Cycling computers now get a real-time weather overlay, too, plus gear ratio 
analysis and GroupRide data comparisons that evaluate your stats against 
those of other riders. And when youre riding with a power meter, youll see 
recommended power targets based on stamina and wind power. These targets 
consider altitude acclimation when youre cycling in the mountains, too. 

All in all, these additions could help improve your experience with Garmins 
best smartwatches and cycling computers. And with most of them being free, 
you shouldnt need to fork out to use the majority of them, either. 

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