Overview
Garmin has released Beta Version 22.35 for the Fenix 8 series, Quatix 8, Enduro 3, and Fenix E.
This update is available Over The Air (OTA) and Garmin lists the rollout at 100% for enrolled Public Beta users. It is a broad beta release with golf additions, messaging improvements, navigation updates, activity fixes, and many stability improvements.
Update Details
- Devices: Fenix 8 AMOLED 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm; Fenix 8 Solar 47mm and 51mm; Enduro 3; Quatix 8; Fenix E
- Software Version: 22.35 Beta
- Announcement Date: May 21, 2026
- Distribution: Over-The-Air (OTA), 100% rollout
- Channel: Public Beta Program
- Official Announcement: Garmin Forums
What's New in Version 22.35 Beta?
New Features and Enhancements
- Added compatibility with Approach CT1 tags to track every stroke on any club.
- Added Golf Performance Glance.
- Added LTE option for activity power modes.
- Added navigation option to the last Man Overboard point.
- Added read and delivered status to messages in Messenger.
- Added support for a silent mode that can be quickly accessed from the control loop or a button shortcut.
- Allows access to the keyboard layout menu by swiping up from the bottom of the page.
Device-Specific Fixes
- Fenix E: fixes Spoken Watch face not being available.
- Tactix 8: fixes night vision color shift not working.
Activity, Training, and Navigation Fixes
- Fixes an issue where back and down keys could stop working for indoor climb and bouldering activities.
- Fixes an issue that could cause an upcoming race event not to show on the device.
- Fixes pool swim workouts progressing through active steps without interaction.
- Fixes the device exiting the map page during route recalculation.
- Fixes battery estimates when switching activity power modes.
- Fixes navigation ending when losing GPS signal or deviating from the course.
- Fixes Outdoor Maps+ downloads not resuming after interruption.
- Fixes possible crashes during activities with active LiveTrack.
- Fixes send-off time not vibrating during swim workouts.
- Prevents automatic track detection during trail run activities.
Stability, Sync, and Smart Feature Fixes
- Fixes a device reset when using WhatsApp on an iPhone.
- Fixes excessive battery drain after using phone assistant or accepting a phone call on the watch.
- Fixes device resets when adding apps through Garmin Connect Mobile.
- Fixes device resets when recording an activity.
- Fixes device resets when viewing the evening report.
- Fixes activity upload failures to Garmin Connect.
- Fixes devices with many saved activity files appearing unresponsive.
- Fixes an issue where incoming calls could not be accepted on the watch.
- Fixes gear tracking progress bar not including the just-completed activity.
- Fixes Garmin Coach workouts sometimes failing to sync to the device.
- Fixes syncing strength personal records with Garmin Connect.
- Fixes access to voice command, music, and voice notes apps during an active call.
- Fixes crash when using the map after using a Z10 or Z30.
- Fixes watch face sunset and sunrise data fields not updating.
- Fixes weather app not updating when opened.
- Improves responsiveness when starting the timer.
ECG and Strength Workout Fixes
- Fixes the screen incorrectly responding to touch after taking an ECG reading.
- Fixes rest timer countdown tones sounding out of rhythm during strength workouts.
ECG and Dive Feature Note
Garmin states that ECG and Dive features are disabled on Fenix 8 series beta software during this part of the Public Beta cycle. If you need those features active, Garmin recommends staying on current live software instead of participating in the beta program.
If you install beta software and later need ECG or Dive again, Garmin says you can backdate to currently live software. ECG must be set up again after backdating.
Why This Update Matters
Stronger Golf Support
Approach CT1 tag compatibility and the Golf Performance Glance bring more golf-tracking value to the Fenix 8 family. This is especially relevant for users who want one premium outdoor watch for both training and golf.
Better Daily Smartwatch Behavior
Messenger read and delivered status, silent mode access, keyboard layout access, and incoming-call fixes improve everyday smartwatch use beyond workouts.
Broad Reliability Improvements
The reset, upload, battery drain, LiveTrack, map, navigation, Garmin Coach, and activity-file fixes target high-impact reliability problems. For beta testers, 22.35 is a more substantial update than the smaller 22.34 follow-up.
Installation Instructions
For users enrolled in the Garmin Public Beta Program:
- Keep the watch paired with Garmin Connect Mobile or connected to Wi-Fi
- Open the watch System settings
- Select Software Update
- Install the available Beta 22.35 update
Only devices enrolled in Garmin's Public Beta program will receive this beta update.
Important Notes
- Beta Software: This is pre-release software and may contain bugs.
- Rollout: Garmin lists this update as OTA at 100%.
- Feature Limitation: ECG and Dive features remain disabled in this beta period.
- Backdating: If you backdate, your watch will not be able to download the same beta update again until Garmin publishes a newer beta.
Conclusion
Garmin Fenix 8/Quatix 8/Enduro 3 Beta 22.35 is a large Public Beta release. It adds Approach CT1 support, Golf Performance Glance, silent mode, LTE activity power-mode options, Messenger status improvements, and a long list of training, navigation, sync, and stability fixes. Beta users who do not need ECG or Dive during this cycle should consider installing it.
