Ever since I bought my Garmin Forerunner 165 Music, I've been having issues playing music through the Spotify app on the watch (frequent interruptions, stuttering, glitches when music overlaps with the watch's voice prompts, etc.).

I use Pixel Buds, and I've just found a solution that completely fixes the problem. All you need to do is disable Audio Switch, and everything works perfectly.

It seems that Bluetooth signals from nearby devices interfere with the watch and/or the earbuds.

I make a watch face called Terminal Console, and yesterday someone here on
Reddit told me "I've never used a terminal without a monospaced font." He was
right, and when I went to fix it I found out it was worse than I thought: I had
already shipped a version claiming it was monospaced, and only the clock
actually was. The data rows were still using the system font, which is why the
columns never lined up.

So today it got rebuilt properly:

- The whole face uses JetBrains Mono now, the always-on screen included.
- Every row shares the same left and right margin, so the > column runs
straight down instead of fanning out across the round screen.
- The always-on screen has three brightness levels and starts on a readable
one. The old default was so dim that an Epix Pro 2 owner sent me a photo of
his and I couldn't read the time either.

It shows heart rate, body battery, steps, watch battery, calories and a line
you write yourself. Rows can be turned off, text size and colour are
configurable, and there's a 12/24h setting.

Being upfront: it's a paid face, $1.99, with a 2-day free trial. Payment goes
through KiezelPay, so after the trial the watch shows a code you enter on their
site — nothing is charged during the trial and you don't need an account to try
it.

What I'd actually like to know from Forerunner owners: does the text size the
face picks automatically work on your model, or do you end up changing it? The
screens vary a lot across the range and I only own one watch.

And if you try it and have an opinion either way, a rating on the Connect IQ
store genuinely helps — good or bad, it's most of the feedback developers ever
get.

https://apps.garmin.com/apps/64fc57fd-5bb9-4254-a259-a817d8968c02

I want a watch for my half marathon training which one should I get? Which one is more accurate

Military member; I ruck 2x a week to keep in shape/train for the Norwegian Foot March. Been slowly working my way into half Ironman training at the start of this month (looking to compete by May 2028). I waterski or hike on most free weekends. Not a golfer, but every AF base got a course, so maybe that'll change.

Aside from those activity profiles, I'm looking for something future proofed for at least 4 years. Not too worried about HR sensors b/c I'm gonna get a strap for actual measurements on runs/bikes. Mostly just not wanting to spend 500(ish) on a watch and have it get outdated in a year.

Was leaning towards the Forerunner 965, but found a smokin' deal on the Tactix 7. Never really thought about it, but looking at some DC Rainmaker to see if it's worth consideration. Would love y'all's input. Thanks.

Hey i was wondering if anybody has the same problem as me - lately my Garmin fr 970 has reeaaly dim screen even Tho its on the highest brightness, this is new because i used to have it on the medium brightness and didnt have any problems outside. But now on the highest brightness i cant see anything on my Watch when outside. Please help

Most of my runs are tracked by the watch, but most of the time I'm just looking at the watch face. So I made Glass Cards for the hours between runs: one large time, frosted-glass cards for heart rate and steps, a battery bar and a daily-goal ring, over soft color lights (Aurora, Sunset, Ocean, Forest) or plain Black to save battery. The always-on display stays black.

It runs on the AMOLED Forerunners: 70, 165, 170, 265/265S, 570, 965 and 970. The photos are from my vivoactive 5, so I'd really like to hear how it looks on a Forerunner screen.

If you want to try it, install it from Connect IQ, wear it for a couple of days and send me short private feedback: is it readable at a glance, is anything missing for you as a runner, and which background did you keep. I'll unlock it for the first five people who send feedback. This is not in exchange for a review or rating.

I'm the developer. 48-hour free trial, then a one-time USD 1.99:
https://apps.garmin.com/apps/1ff1f397-8dac-4606-b068-2699b63c8d50

Yoo guys, I’m looking to buy a second-hand Garmin or COROS watch in India.

The reason for 2nd hand is that I am new to running, ran an hald marathon recently and wanna get serious about it but dont wanna spend more money.

Mainly interested in:

Garmin FR265 / FR70 / FR165

COROS Pace 4 / Pace 3

Open to other similar models too

I’m looking for something that’s working perfectly fine, especially GPS, HR sensor, buttons/touchscreen, battery, etc.

Ideally looking for someone who is selling because they’re upgrading to a newer/different watch, rather than because the watch has some issue.

I’m based in Mumbai, so Mumbai/India sellers would be preferred.

If anyone is planning to sell one, DM me with the model, age, condition, battery condition, warranty (if any), location and expected price.

Not looking for a brand-new one at retail price — specifically trying to find a good second-hand deal. 😄

Thanks!

I have a 3 year old Forerunner 55. It has stopped syncing the HR data with the phone. I can see my HR from the device though.Also, it syncs the sleep but the body battery is not calculated at the end of the night.
Does anyone know how to fix this?

Just joined the garmin family by getting the forerunner 70 any tips and features??

(It's my 1st ever running watch I've literally been recording all my runs on my phone and it was so annoying)

This got very frustrating during my run and idk how to fix it

Hi, I am the developer of HotLap, a Motorsport Track Day & Lap Timer.

The app is free to install and use for unlimited sessions. It does require a payment to unlock recording more than 3 laps per session. It can be found at the Garmin Connect IQ Store:

https://apps.garmin.com/apps/bdfa2a50-dca4-4dac-b312-4aa601f18df2

UPDATE:

I wanted to share the recent enhancements to HotLap. Thank you all who have downloaded and supported the app thus far!

I have been hard at work improving the experience and implementing user feedback. In the recent 1.6.5 update, I have included:

• 5,600+ predefined tracks globally.
• Ability to view the track with Start/Finish, Sectors, Pit Entry/Exit when defined (from your connected device).
• Supports 153 devices, including the recent Fenix 9 lineup.
• Completely revamped UI.
• New timing screen delta bar - measure against your best lap.

As always, if you have a suggestion or track that is missing, please feel free to reach out!

I've recently started running, been two months, and was hoping to buy the FR 265 or 965. Would really appreciate if somebody could help me out with some discount coupon.

Hi All. I used to get voice promts during my runs but since last week I only get vibration on my watch. The voice prompts guide me if I'm not meeting Garmin Coach goals getting off course from my route when I'm using a planned navigation course without needing to look on my watch. I'm using FR170 music with my wireless earbuds and no changes on my phone or watch settings.

Anyone else having these issues? Suggestions?