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[Garmin Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 28.05 | Forerunner 265 Series

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Overview

Garmin has released Software Version 28.05 for the Forerunner 265 Series. This stable update is now listed at 100% phased rollout, so eligible devices should be able to receive it through the standard software update menu.

The update is aimed at training-plan consistency and everyday reliability. It fixes race event syncing, Garmin Run Coach week numbering, Garmin Connect Mobile display settings, Schwinn pairing, one-step workout previews, Garmin Connect activity uploads, and distance interval audio prompts.

Update Details

  • Device: Garmin Forerunner 265 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 265 Series 28.05 Changelog

Race, Coaching, and Garmin Connect Fixes

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

Workout, Upload, and Device Fixes

  • Fixed pairing with Schwinn devices.
  • Fixed preview behavior for workouts with 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

Cleaner Race Calendar Sync

For runners who build races into Garmin Connect, the race event fix is the most practical part of 28.05. It reduces the chance that the watch calendar becomes incomplete or duplicated.

Better Garmin Run Coach Consistency

The Run Coach week-number fix makes the training plan easier to trust. Your watch and phone should now be more consistent when showing where you are in the plan.

Smoother Training Workflow

Workout previews, activity uploads, display settings, and Schwinn pairing are small pieces of the daily workflow. Fixing them makes the Forerunner 265 Series less likely to interrupt training setup or post-workout syncing.

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 265 Series.

Conclusion

Garmin Forerunner 265 Series Software Version 28.05 is a stable reliability update. It is especially useful for runners who depend on Garmin Connect race events, Garmin Run Coach, activity upload syncing, and structured workout previews.