Garmin Deploys Forerunner Watch Update 15.52 With Undisclosed Improvements

Garmin has initiated the phased rollout of firmware version 15.52 for its Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 sports watches, marking the second incremental update within a month. This release follows January's 15.33 firmware which delivered minor performance refinements.

The new update focuses on resolving unspecified system bugs while introducing undisclosed functionality enhancements according to Garmin's minimal release notes. Unlike feature-rich upgrades, these periodic maintenance updates typically address under-the-hood optimizations rather than introducing user-facing capabilities.

Notably absent from Garmin's documentation are specific details about the nature of improvements or how wearers might experience changes. The release notes contain a single cryptic line referencing adjustments to "support manufacturing," suggesting backend refinements unlikely to impact daily usage.

A Garmin community representative confirmed the update has reached approximately half of eligible devices as of January 17. The company hasn't provided a definitive timeline for full deployment across all devices.

For users awaiting the update, manual installation remains available through Settings > System > Software Update > Check For Updates. This follows last month's beta release (version 16.14) which specifically enhanced the Morning Report feature for select testers.

The Forerunner series maintains its position as Garmin's premier running platform, with the 970 model featuring solar charging and multi-band GPS positioning. These regular firmware updates demonstrate Garmin's ongoing software support commitment for premium wearables, though the undisclosed nature of changes limits user anticipation about specific quality-of-life improvements.

Source: Garmin Forums