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[Garmin Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 28.05 | Forerunner 165 Series

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Overview

Garmin has released Software Version 28.05 for the Forerunner 165 Series. Garmin lists this stable release at 100% phased rollout.

This update focuses on the core running-watch workflow: race event syncing, Garmin Run Coach plan consistency, display settings sent from Garmin Connect Mobile, one-step workout previews, Garmin Connect activity uploads, and audio prompt details for distance intervals.

Update Details

  • Device: Garmin Forerunner 165 Series
  • Software Version: 28.05
  • Channel: Stable release
  • Rollout Status: 100% phased rollout
  • Install Path: Menu > System > Software Update > Check For Updates
  • Official Announcement: Garmin Forums

Garmin Forerunner 165 Series 28.05 Changelog

Race, Coaching, and Settings Fixes

  • Improved race event transfer so events should no longer be missing or duplicated after being sent to the watch.
  • Fixed Garmin Run Coach week numbers showing differently on the watch compared with Garmin Connect Mobile.
  • Fixed display settings from Garmin Connect Mobile not applying correctly.

Workout, Upload, and Audio Prompt Fixes

  • Fixed preview behavior for workouts that contain only one step.
  • Fixed some activities failing to upload to Garmin Connect.
  • Added completion time information to audio prompts for distance intervals.
  • Added other bug fixes and improvements.

Why This Update Matters

Better Entry-Level Training Reliability

The Forerunner 165 is often used as a focused running watch. Race event syncing and Garmin Run Coach consistency matter because they keep training guidance clear without forcing extra checks on the phone.

Fewer Sync Problems

The activity upload fix reduces the chance that completed workouts get stuck before reaching Garmin Connect. For many users, reliable upload behavior is more important than a new feature.

More Useful Audio Prompts

Distance interval audio prompts now include completion time information, which gives runners more useful context without needing to check the screen mid-workout.

How to Get the Update

To check manually:

  1. Open Menu
  2. Go to System
  3. Select Software Update
  4. Choose Check For Updates

Garmin lists 28.05 at 100% phased rollout for the Forerunner 165 Series.

Conclusion

Garmin Forerunner 165 Series Software Version 28.05 is a practical stable update. It improves race event sync, Run Coach consistency, Garmin Connect settings behavior, workout previews, activity uploads, and interval audio prompts.