[Firmware ChangeLog]: What's New in 14.13 Beta | [Instinct 3](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Garmin+Instinct+3&tag=gamerasnap-20) AMOLED/Solar/[Instinct Crossover](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Garmin+Instinct+Crossover&tag=gamerasnap-20) AMOLED/Instinct E

Overview

Garmin has released Beta Version 14.13 for the Instinct 3 series, including the Instinct 3 AMOLED, Instinct 3 Solar, Instinct Crossover AMOLED, and Instinct E. The update is being sent out Over The Air (OTA) and is currently at 100% rollout.

This is a substantial update. Version 14.13 introduces several new features — Stocks glance, Mobility app, Backup and Restore support, Recovery Time glance, and Workout Execution Score — alongside targeted bug fixes for inReach messaging, Interval Workouts, and Saved app navigation.

Update Details

Devices: Instinct 3 AMOLED 45mm and 50mm; Instinct 3 Solar 45mm and 50mm; Instinct E 40mm and 45mm; Instinct 3 Tactical Solar/AMOLED; Instinct Crossover AMOLED
Software Version: 14.13 Beta
Release Date: May 2, 2026
Channel: Public Beta Program (OTA)
Availability: 100% rollout
Install Path: Settings > System > Software Update > Check For Updates
Source: Garmin Forums

Garmin Instinct 3 Series 14.13 Beta Changelog

According to Garmin's official announcement, version 14.13 includes the following changes (since 13.29, the current public release):

All Instinct 3 / Instinct E Models

Added Stocks glance — view stock market data directly from the watch
Added Mobility app — guided stretching and mobility routines
Added support for Backup and Restore — save and restore watch settings
Added Recovery Time glance and Morning Report card — track recovery status and get daily summaries
Fixed potential issue when attempting to send inReach message to multiple contacts
Fixed possible crash when using Interval Workouts
Fixed potential issue when navigating to Location using Saved app
Updated translations

Solar / AMOLED / Crossover Only

Added support for Workout Execution Score — rate how well you followed a structured workout
Updates your training guidance with consideration to recent dives

Crossover Only

Added CIQ support for controlling analog hands — Connect IQ apps can now control the physical hands

Why This Update Matters

Backup and Restore is a long-requested feature

The addition of Backup and Restore support is significant for Instinct users. Previously, setting up a new watch or recovering from a factory reset meant manually reconfiguring every setting, data field, and activity profile. With Backup and Restore, users can save their configuration and restore it when needed.

Stocks glance and Morning Report add daily utility

The Stocks glance brings market data to the wrist, which is useful for users who want a quick check without pulling out their phone. The Recovery Time glance and Morning Report card give users a daily overview of their recovery status and training readiness, features that were previously more prominent on the Fenix and Forerunner lines.

Workout Execution Score comes to Instinct

Workout Execution Score rates how closely you followed a structured workout plan. This feature has been available on other Garmin models and now reaches the Instinct 3 series, giving users feedback on their training discipline.

Stability fixes for inReach and Interval Workouts

The fix for inReach messaging to multiple contacts addresses a communication issue that could affect users who rely on satellite messaging for safety. The Interval Workout crash fix prevents data loss during structured training sessions.

Crossover gets CIQ hand control

For Instinct Crossover AMOLED users, the addition of Connect IQ support for controlling analog hands means third-party apps and watch faces can now programmatically move the physical hands, enabling new use cases for the hybrid display.

How to Get the Update

As this is at 100% rollout, enrolled beta users should receive the update automatically via OTA. To check manually:

Open the Settings menu
Navigate to System
Select Software Update
Choose Check For Updates

Alternatively, the update should arrive through Garmin Connect Mobile (GCM) or Garmin Express once queued for your device.

Conclusion

Garmin Instinct 3 Beta 14.13 is a feature-rich update for the Instinct 3 series. It introduces Stocks glance, Mobility app, Backup and Restore, Recovery Time, Workout Execution Score, and CIQ hand control for Crossover, while fixing inReach messaging, Interval Workout crashes, and Saved app navigation issues.

For beta testers, this is a recommended update that adds meaningful functionality on top of stability improvements.