RELEASE NOTES
2020/6/17
V2.28
- Fixes multiple bugs including a bug that may cause the watch to freeze after pausing during workouts.
- Allows the repeat of previously completed sessions or start of new sessions via "Next Set/Exercise"
setting after pausing in Training mode.
2020/6/5
V2.27 (COROS app update required)
Introducing new workout modes and features to supported COROS watch models.
- Adds Training mode for real-time tracking of saved structured programs.
- Adds Strength mode for reps/sets/body parts tracking.
- Allows the optical wrist-based HR sensor on the watch to be disabled for workouts. Paired HR chest
straps aren't affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)
2020/4/29
V2.14
- Adds GPS track, pace, elevation and heart rate graphs to the workout summary on the watch.
- Adds a sunrise/sunset widget which provides sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk and noon info.
- Adds auto elevation calibration in the background for daily tracking.
- Adds Nutrition Alert to Bike mode.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2020/3/26
V2.13 (COROS app update required)
- Adds Battery Usage feature to track your watch habit and provide the estimated battery time remaining.
- Adds customization for workout modes and toolbox menu so that unused features can be rearranged on the watch. Go to the Device page on the COROS app to access this feature.
- Adds Bluetooth-supported heart rate broadcast feature. Press and hold the BACK/LAP button to access this feature via the toolbox menu.
- Adds Nutrition Alert feature that provides time-based reminders during workouts.
- Adds Lap Vertical Speed data type for Trail Run, Hike, Mountain Climb and Bike modes.
- Adds navigation feature for Multisport and Ski Touring modes.
- Adds lap as a distance option for interval training under Track Run mode.
- Adds MGRS capability for GPS coordinates.
- Adds full Polish support as system language.
- Adds RUNALYZE support.
- Stores data page preferences to the COROS account in case of watch reset and new watch pairing.
2020/3/10
V2.12
- GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data.
2020/1/14
V2.11
- Adds Bluetooth support for accessories including heart rate chest straps and bike speed/cadence sensors. Set up on the watch via System > Accessories.
- Track Run mode algorithm enhancements.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/12/25
V2.10
Introducing three winter sports modes just in time for this snow season (for most of the countries) and new GPS features.
- Ski/Snowboard modes with auto detection of downhill and lift laps and useful data including downhill distance, max speed and more.
- Cross Country Ski mode that records GPS tracks, grade and cadence data with breadcrumb navigation functions available when needed.
- Ski Touring mode with accurate tracking of elevation when ascending and descending.
- Adds GPS+BeiDou mode for enhanced GPS efficiency.
- Adds Satellite Map to view the current satellite signal strength and conditions. Please wait till the GPS signal is fully acquired before starting your first outdoor workout after this update.
2019/11/19
V2.08
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/11/12
V2.06
- Introducing the new Track Run mode for 400-meter track runs. Receive accurate distance, pace and other data when running on an outdoor 400-meter standard track.
- Adds enhanced daily HR option to display HR reading on select watch faces. Setup via System > Sensors > Daily HR.
- Adds weather forecast feature based on the last 6 hours of the air pressure changes.
- Adds Storm Alert feature for imminent weather changes. Setup via System > Sensors > Barometer.
- Adds navigation and “resume later” features for Bike mode.
- Adds arrows during the breadcrumb navigation to indicate the direction in case of forks and turnarounds.
- Enhances the sensitivity of the Gesture Backlight feature.
2019/10/28
V2.04
- Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync.
2019/9/29
V2.02
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/9/17
V2.00
- Adds touch screen function to daily widgets, navigation track and elevation profile pages on VERTIX. Press knob to activate touch screen.
- Adds “Touch Scroll” feature to workout data pages. Swipe up and down to change data pages without unlocking the screen. Enable this feature by System > Workout Interface > Touch Scroll > ON.
- Adds “Resume Later” feature in Trail Run, Mtn Climb and Hike modes to support multi-day activities and extend battery life.
- Adds “Hold to Finish” to all workouts to prevent accidental workout finish.
- Supports in/out zoom and left/right swipe on the elevation profile page when using navigation features.
- Supports 2D/3D distance switch in Trail Run and Mtn Climb modes.
- Smart notifications are supported during workouts. Enable this feature by System > Workout Interface > Msg. & Call Alerts > ON.
- Adds “Station Pressure” to barometer widget which now supports viewing up to the last 3 days. Enable this feature by System > Sensors > Barometer > Data Source > Station Pressure.
2019/8/20
V1.37
- Fixes SpO2 and HR bugs when used at high altitude.
2019/7/21
V1.36
- Adds indoor/outdoor Cardio modes which record heart rate, calories and split time.
- In Gesture Backlight Auto mode, gesture backlight will be disabled during the sleep hours set on your COROS app.
2019/7/9
V1.35
- Elevation feature bug fixes and calibration enhancements.
- Supports a bigger font size for data pages in workout modes.
- Sleep tracking enhancements.C3
- Adds a backlight always-on mode (Night mode) for standby and workout modes.
2019/6/7
V1.32
- Optimizes the battery performance in standby mode.
- Adds history data at the HR and elevation widgets in standby mode.
- Enhances the notification display.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/5/31
V1.30
- Updates the SPO2 algorithms.
2019/5/7
V1.25
- Updates altitude acclimation function.
- Enhances system stability.
2020/6/17
V2.28
- Fixes multiple bugs including a bug that may cause the watch to freeze after pausing during workouts.
- Allows the repeat of previously completed sessions or start of new sessions via "Next Set/Exercise"
setting after pausing in Training mode.
2020/6/5
V2.27 (COROS app update required)
Introducing new workout modes and features to supported COROS watch models.
- Adds Training mode for real-time tracking of saved structured programs.
- Adds Strength mode for reps/sets/body parts tracking.
- Allows the optical wrist-based HR sensor on the watch to be disabled for workouts. Paired HR chest
straps aren't affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)
2020/4/29
V2.14
- Adds GPS track, pace, elevation and heart rate graphs to the workout summary on the watch.
- Adds a sunrise/sunset widget which provides sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk and noon info.
- Adds auto elevation calibration in the background for daily tracking.
- Adds Nutrition Alert to Bike mode.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2020/3/26
V2.13 (COROS app update required)
- Adds Battery Usage feature to track your watch habit and provide the estimated battery time remaining.
- Adds customization for workout modes and toolbox menu so that unused features can be rearranged on the watch. Go to the Device page on the COROS app to access this feature.
- Adds Bluetooth-supported heart rate broadcast feature. Press and hold the BACK/LAP button to access this feature via the toolbox menu.
- Adds Nutrition Alert feature that provides time-based reminders during workouts.
- Adds Lap Vertical Speed data type for Trail Run, Hike, Mountain Climb and Bike modes.
- Adds navigation feature for Multisport and Ski Touring modes.
- Adds lap as a distance option for interval training under Track Run mode.
- Adds MGRS capability for GPS coordinates.
- Adds full Polish support as system language.
- Adds RUNALYZE support.
- Stores data page preferences to the COROS account in case of watch reset and new watch pairing.
2020/3/10
V2.12
- GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data.
2020/1/14
V2.11
- Adds Bluetooth support for accessories including heart rate chest straps and bike speed/cadence sensors. Set up on the watch via System > Accessories.
- Track Run mode algorithm enhancements.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/12/25
V2.10
Introducing three winter sports modes just in time for this snow season (for most of the countries) and new GPS features.
- Ski/Snowboard modes with auto detection of downhill and lift laps and useful data including downhill distance, max speed and more.
- Cross Country Ski mode that records GPS tracks, grade and cadence data with breadcrumb navigation functions available when needed.
- Ski Touring mode with accurate tracking of elevation when ascending and descending.
- Adds GPS+BeiDou mode for enhanced GPS efficiency.
- Adds Satellite Map to view the current satellite signal strength and conditions. Please wait till the GPS signal is fully acquired before starting your first outdoor workout after this update.
2019/11/19
V2.08
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/11/12
V2.06
- Introducing the new Track Run mode for 400-meter track runs. Receive accurate distance, pace and other data when running on an outdoor 400-meter standard track.
- Adds enhanced daily HR option to display HR reading on select watch faces. Setup via System > Sensors > Daily HR.
- Adds weather forecast feature based on the last 6 hours of the air pressure changes.
- Adds Storm Alert feature for imminent weather changes. Setup via System > Sensors > Barometer.
- Adds navigation and “resume later” features for Bike mode.
- Adds arrows during the breadcrumb navigation to indicate the direction in case of forks and turnarounds.
- Enhances the sensitivity of the Gesture Backlight feature.
2019/10/28
V2.04
- Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync.
2020/6/17
V2.28
- Fixes multiple bugs including a bug that may cause the watch to freeze after pausing during workouts.
- Allows the repeat of previously completed sessions or start of new sessions via "Next Set/Exercise"
setting after pausing in Training mode.
2020/6/5
V2.27 (COROS app update required)
Introducing new workout modes and features to supported COROS watch models.
- Adds Training mode for real-time tracking of saved structured programs.
- Adds Strength mode for reps/sets/body parts tracking.
- Allows the optical wrist-based HR sensor on the watch to be disabled for workouts. Paired HR chest
straps aren't affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)
2020/5/3
V2.23
- Adds GPS track, pace, elevation and heart rate graphs to the workout summary on the watch.
- Adds a sunrise/sunset widget which provides sunrise, sunset, dawn, dusk and noon info.
- Adds auto elevation calibration in the background for daily tracking.
- Adds Nutrition Alert to Bike mode.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2020/3/31
V2.22 (COROS app update required)
- Adds Bluetooth support for accessories including heart rate chest straps and bike speed/cadence sensors. Set up on the watch via System > Accessories.
- Adds Battery Usage feature to track your watch habit and provide the estimated battery time remaining.
- Adds customization for workout modes and toolbox menu so that unused features can be rearranged on the watch. Go to the Device page on the COROS app to access this feature.
- Adds Bluetooth-supported heart rate broadcast feature. Press and hold the BACK/LAP button to access this feature via the toolbox menu.
- Adds Nutrition Alert feature that provides time-based reminders during workouts.
- Adds Lap Vertical Speed data type for Trail Run, Hike, Mountain Climb and Bike modes.
- Adds navigation feature for Multisport and Ski Touring modes.
- Adds lap as a distance option for interval training under Track Run mode.
- Adds MGRS capability for GPS coordinates.
- Adds full Polish support as system language.
- Adds RUNALYZE support.
- Supports daytime sleep tracking for users who work night shifts. Set up the sleep start time on the COROS app > Profile page > Profile Settings > Sleep time.
- Stores data page preferences to the COROS account in case of watch reset and new watch pairing.
2020/3/10
V2.21
- GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data.
2020/1/14
V2.20
- Track Run mode algorithm enhancements.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/12/31
V2.19
Introducing three winter sports modes just in time for this snow season (for most of the countries) and new GPS features.
- Ski/Snowboard modes with auto detection of downhill and lift laps and useful data including downhill distance, max speed and more.
- Cross Country Ski mode that records GPS tracks, grade and cadence data with breadcrumb navigation functions available when needed.
- Ski Touring mode with accurate tracking of elevation when ascending and descending.
- Adds GPS+BeiDou mode for enhanced GPS efficiency.
- Adds Satellite Map to view the current satellite signal strength and conditions. Please wait till the GPS signal is fully acquired before starting your first outdoor workout after this update.
2019/11/19
V2.17
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/11/12
V2.15
- Introducing the new Track Run mode for 400-meter track runs. Receive accurate distance, pace and other data when running on an outdoor 400-meter standard track.
- Adds enhanced daily HR option to display HR reading on select watch faces. Setup via System > Sensors > Daily HR.
- Adds weather forecast feature based on the last 6 hours of the air pressure changes.
- Adds Storm Alert feature for imminent weather changes. Setup via System > Sensors > Barometer.
- Adds navigation and “resume later” features for Bike mode.
- Adds arrows during the breadcrumb navigation to indicate the direction in case of forks and turnarounds.
- Enhances the sensitivity of the Gesture Backlight feature.
2019/10/23
V2.14
- Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync.
2019/9/26
V2.13
- Adds “Resume Later” feature in Trail Run and Hike modes to support multi-day activities and extend battery life. - Adds “Hold to Finish” to all workouts to prevent accidental workout finish. - Supports in/out zoom on the elevation profile page when using navigation features. - Supports 2D/3D distance switch in Trail Run mode. - Smart notifications are supported during workouts. Enable this feature by System > Workout Interface > Msg. & Call Alerts > ON. - Adds “Station Pressure” to barometer widget which now supports viewing up to the last 3 days. Enable this feature by System > Sensors > Barometer > Data Source > Station Pressure.
2019/9/1
V2.11
- Distance-related algorithm enhancements for Pool Swim mode.
2019/8/19
V2.10
- Adds stride length graph for Run and Trail Run modes on the COROS app.
- Adds lap details on the workout summary on the watch.
- Adds "Delete All" feature to the notification widget on the watch.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/7/19
V2.07
- Adds indoor/outdoor Cardio modes which record heart rate, calories and split time.
- In Gesture Backlight Auto mode, gesture backlight will be disabled during the sleep hours set on your COROS app.
- Elevation bug fixes.
2019/7/15
V2.06
- Updates the UI design to V2.0.
- Adds a new unlock method for auto lock mode - scrolling the knob to unlock.
- Supports a bigger font size for data pages in workout modes.
- Elevation calibration enhancements.
2019/6/12
V2.02
- Heart Rate bug fixes.
- Indoor Run post workout calibration bug fixes.
2019/5/30
V2.01
- Bug fixes
2019/5/30
V2.00
- Introducing Hike and Trail Run modes to APEX with 3D distance algorithms to accurately track workout data like real time pace and grade.
- Enhancements to Pool Swim mode to easily track paused time and lap data using the lower key.
2019/5/8
V1.35
- Navigation feature enhancements with Back to Start feature.
- Adds real time HR reading on the start and paused page.
- Adds Traditional Chinese support.
2019/3/25
V1.30
- Adds Navigation function including breadcrumb trail for APEX.
- Enhances the sensitivity and accuracy of pace related metrics.
- Adds 1/5/10 km/mi split for viewing on the COROS app.
- Adds French support. Bonjour!
2019/1/22
V1.28
- Adds Pool Swim to Triathlon mode. Allows customized triathlon mode.
- Adds new watch face options available for download via the COROS app.
- Allows customization on the bottom field on the data screen.
2018/12/8
V1.27
- GPS bug fixes.
2018/12/6
V1.26
- Sleep tracking bug fixes.
2018/12/1
V1.25
- Adds UltraMax GPS mode.
- Adds Sleep Tracking feature to record sleep cycle and heart rate changes which can help track recovery status after workout.
- Adds Timer and Stopwatch function with repeat timer feature available.
- Adds Heart Rate Broadcast feature for ANT+ enabled devices.
- Adds Auto Lock feature to lock the digital knob and prevent misoperation.
- Adds Last Lap Time and Last Lap Pace options for data screens.
- Supports Training Load and Recovery Time for cycling and swimming workouts.
- Adds German and Spanish in system language.
2020/6/30
V2.28 (COROS app update required)
- Adds Training mode for real-time tracking of running, cycling and swimming programs.
- Strength training isn't supported on COROS PACE.
2020/4/12
V2.11 (COROS app update required)
- Adds customization for workout modes and toolbox menu so that unused features can be rearranged on the watch. Go to the Device page on the COROS app to access this feature.
- Adds Bluetooth-supported heart rate broadcast feature. Press and hold the BACK/LAP button to access this feature via the toolbox menu.
- Adds Nutrition Alert feature that provides time-based water or nutrition reminders during workouts.
- Adds Lap Vertical Speed data type for Trail Run, Hike, Mountain Climb and Bike modes.
- Adds lap as a distance option for interval training under Track Run mode.
- Stores data page preferences to the COROS account in case of watch reset and new watch pairing.
2020/3/10
V2.10
- GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data.
2020/2/17
V2.09
- Adds Bluetooth support for accessories including heart rate chest straps and bike speed/cadence sensors. Set up on the watch via System > Accessories.
- Adds GPS+BeiDou mode for enhanced GPS efficiency.
- Adds Satellite Map to view the current satellite signal strength and conditions. Please wait till the GPS signal is fully acquired before starting your first outdoor workout after this update.
2019/11/19
V2.08
- Introducing the new Track Run mode for 400-meter track runs. Receive accurate distance, pace and other data when running on an outdoor 400-meter standard track.
- Adds enhanced daily HR option to display HR reading on select watch faces. Setup via System > Sensors > Daily HR.
- Enhances the sensitivity of the Gesture Backlight feature.
- Multiple bug fixes.
2019/10/11
V2.05
- Supports 2D/3D distance switch in Trail Run mode. - Adds “Station Pressure” to barometer widget which now supports viewing up to the last 3 days. Enable this feature by System > Sensors > Barometer > Data Source > Station Pressure.
2019/7/23
V2.02
- Updates the UI design to V2.0. - Supports a bigger font size for data pages in workout modes. - Adds indoor/outdoor Cardio modes which record heart rate, calories and split time. - In Gesture Backlight Auto mode, gesture backlight will be disabled during the sleep hours set on your COROS app.
2019/6/12
V2.00
- Introducing Hike and Trail Run modes to PACE with 3D distance algorithms to accurately track workout data like real time pace and grade.
- Enhancements to Pool Swim mode to easily track paused time and lap data using the lower key.
2019/4/23
V1.62
- Adds UltraMax GPS mode for PACE watch.
2019/1/22
V1.60
- Adds Pool Swim to Triathlon mode. Allows customized triathlon mode.
- Adds new watch face options available for download via COROS app.
- Allows customization on the bottom field on the data screen.
2018/12/24
V1.58
- Adds COROS Trainer feature.
- Adds Timer and Stopwatch functions with repeat timer feature available.
- Adds Heart Rate Broadcast feature for ANT+ enabled devices.
- Adds Last Lap Time and Last Lap Pace options for data screens.
- Adds German and Spanish in system language.
2018/12/6
V1.56
- Sleep tracking bug fixes.
2018/12/1
V1.55
- Adds Sleep Tracking feature to record sleep cycle and heart rate changes which can help track recovery status after workout.
2018/11/15
V1.53
- Improves the data accuracy of Run and Pool Swim modes.
2018/9/30
V1.50
- Supports switching from three different GPS modes (GPS, GPS+BDS, GPS+GLONASS).
- Adds temperature data.
- Supports auto data syncing to TrainingPeaks.
- Enhances the data accuracy of interval training workout mode.
2018/8/21
V1.38
- Adds Interval Training mode for Run and Bike modes. Distance and time intervals can be customized to lower the risk of injuries and increase the workout efficiency.
- Display Manual Lap and Auto Lap details on the COROS App for pool swims.
- Triathlon mode now supports custom multisport activity. You can switch between different workout modes and view total time for all workouts.
- Up to 6 different data metrics can be selected to view on the data pages.
2018/7/20
V1.37
- Adds support for ANT+ accessories including heart rate chest straps, bike speed/cadence sensors and power meters.
- Adds Indoor Bike mode. Connect with ANT+ accessories to record additional data like distance, speed, power and more.
2018/6/30
V1.35
- Adds Intelligent Stride Algorithm for Indoor Run mode to mprove the accuracy on pace and distance under low GPS signal.
- Adds VO2max data to the COROS App.
- Adds time, time zone and alarm clock settings.
- Improves activity alert feature with alert zones customization. Adds pace alert in running modes.
- Reduces GPS acquisition time.
2018/6/15
V1.33
- Elevation calibration bug fixes.
2018/4/4
V1.30
- Optimizes the distance and pace accuracy of outdoor running when GPS signal is weak.
- Adds manual lap key feature to end a lap during workouts.
- Press and hold BACK key to call out the quick menu.
- Remain paused for 30 minutes will end and save the workout automatically.
- Optimizes the distance display and alert in Pool Swim mode
- Optimizes the heart rate performance and active calories accuracy during workouts.
