Apparently there is no testing before an update release. Restarted both my phone and my vivosmart, and I still cannot connect the two. Today the device is only showing 1200 steps, but will not load the info on my phone. I still have not figured out how to get alerts that someone is calling you but not get alerts you are making a call. This cycle repeats itself with Garmin every few months. If yes, then do I really need to update the app? So if you run, workout, and then walk, you will only get credit for the most recent activity.
I had to buy an Android phone so I could retrieve the data from my watch and that's about all I use the Android phone for. Full Specifications General Publisher Publisher web site Release Date June 22, 2017 Date Added June 22, 2017 Version 3. Tired of all the bugs with the mobile app and now the desktop app. Since the update I have to sync my watch manually. Garmin Connect Mobile on Windows Phone is designed to help you focus even more clearly on your fitness and healthy living goals.
Flash forward 5 hours later, I'm still trying to get my device to pair with my phone. Why am I bringing up device software issues on an app review? Learn more about Garmin devices and how they work with the Garmin Connect Mobile app at Garmin. If I didn't have so many years of data from all my Garmin devices I'd switch to something like Fitbit. The prevailing style seems to prioritize oversimplified infographics over actually allowing users to review and interact with their data. Additionally, Garmin Connect Mobile integrates seamlessly with Cortana so when you're looking for specific details, like stats from your last run, Cortana can deliver that information right when you ask. . You can also upload data from your compatible fitness watch or device to share on our online network, so you can compare times or compete with friends on weekly step or running challenges.
Customize what matters to you by selecting activities such as running, walking and sleep to show up in your daily snapshot. Update: Garmin sent out an email regarding the receiving of messages and alerts and steps to correct this in your settings. Are you ready to join millions of users who walk, run, bike, hike and strive to beat yesterday? Would love to see you course correct here. Next purchase is for quality, not value. It also somehow automatically syncs again as well.
I am not being alerted when someone is calling me however. Tried reinstalling, resetting band, resetting Bluetooth, still won't work. You can create new workouts, build courses and even challenge your friends to compete, all within the app. This does me no good if I can't track my progress. All the data you rely on is accessible via real-time alerts from Live Tiles or by opening the app to view in more detail.
I have lost 4 days worth of data. I uninstalled the app and reinstalled. . . . .
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