Garmin Alpha 300 and Alpha 300i Software Update V6.94

Garmin has released a new software update for the Garmin Alpha 300 and Alpha 300i handhelds, bringing several key improvements and fixes. Notably, the update enhances the Outdoor Maps+ features and streamlines the inReach Weather to a single request type. It also improves scrolling in large message threads and addresses various bugs, such as fixing issues with vertical speed data fields, marine alarms, and dog status alerts. Other improvements include better heading display units, more stable LTE connections, and bug fixes related to device crashes, Wi-Fi network management, and the lost dog timer. With these updates, Garmin continues to enhance the functionality and reliability of its Alpha series handhelds, providing users with a more seamless experience.

Release Date: January 8, 2025

Software Version: 6.94

Change Log:

• Improved features related to Outdoor Maps+
• Improved inReach Weather to a single request type
• Improved scrolling on large message threads
• Fixed issue with vertical speed data field showing letters instead of arrows
• Fixed issue with marine alarms not persisting after a power cycle
• Fixed possible issue with ascent being too large during activities
• Removed support for Facebook and Twitter contacts
• Fix device potentially crashing when changing a dog's color
• Fix device potentially crashing when removing wifi network
• Fix lost dog timer sometimes not appearing on map
• Fix issue with LTE going offline with long update rates
• Fix issue with spamming dog status alerts
• Add setting to change heading display units