I am in the same boat pretty much. Trying to decide if my Fenix 7X is worth the money. Just trying to hold off until next month and use my AW7 in the mean time. The body battery is not always accurate, especially when the HR readings and sleep tracking is off.
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WatchOS 9 beta... anyone try the new running features?
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In the watchOS 9 betas, is there an option to take a manual lap by pressing both buttons instead of double tapping the screen? I have a hard time double tapping the screen in the middle of a run. Most third party running apps, like WorkOutDoors, allow you to make in so pressing the buttons together takes a lap.
Update: Weather working now. Weird! Beta update is buggy in various ways, no regrets though! Usually...
Anyone else find no weather data today, after updating to the latest public beta about 2 days ago? It's weird. Multiple watch faces are not displaying weather info, meanwhile all other non-weather info displays fine, as usual. I tried sending this to apple.com/feedback and also tried turning watch off and on again. Makes me realize how much I use the watch for weather info! 🥺
EDIT: I deleted this post since realizing the thread is for running features. However, I re-added when after being unable to find any other Watch OS 9 threads. Will keep looking for them...
EDIT: I deleted this post since realizing the thread is for running features. However, I re-added when after being unable to find any other Watch OS 9 threads. Will keep looking for them...
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Hmm, try turning watch off, then on again, using the side button. I don’t know if that worked for me today or not, as it was like at least 30 minutes to an hour later, before abruptly I noticed the watch weather was back after being gone most of the day. Good luck!
The Ghost feature has unfortunately been removed from the latest Beta - I absolutely LOVED it, so hopefully just to iron out a few bugs ..
I’m not on the WatchOS beta and didn’t see a CHIPR thread, but how do you like Chipr? Would you recommend? Accurate?
I have Gentler Streaks and it’s decent. Sometimes it misses workouts but other than that no hiccups.
It is decent and free. I does often have problem finish updating though. Which is easily solved by killing it and try again. It might be a beta problem though, because in order to use watchOS beta I also have to use IOS beta.
It looks like only iOS update is available, not Watch OS. So no, the feature isn’t back 😕
EDIT: The update became available in the meantime. I’ve installed it but the ghost route feature isn’t there I’m afraid.
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Just updated as well and damn… Really hope it’s not some bigger issue holding it back from release. Pretty cool feature
Create a Custom type of workout, and then keep adding Work (Distance) and Recovery (Time)..?
How do you determine which watch to wear Garmin or Apple? I just recently purchased the Fenix 7x and I miss some of the Apple features.
Can I ask why you purchased the Fenix?
I've had an Apple Watch since the first (have the s7 now) but have only recently got into running and am thinking about purchasing the Fenix solar 7 for the maps and recovery info.
Downloading the new PB and fingers crossedIs the ghost run feature back?
I would really like to customize the other data fields in the heart rate zone coloured boxes page. I want to see the zones AND my pace, of course! Is it only me?
Edit: Damn!
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I have the Fenix 7X SS and the AW7. I love the looks of the Fenix. However, I run 6 miles a day typically. The rest of the day it’s nice to have the smartwatch features. I just tend to change watches every once in a while. Honestly, the Fenix is probably way too much watch for 95% of runners unless you are running marathons or ultramarathons.
It’s a never ending dilemma. We can’t have it all. I’m always tempted between the two, but I just don’t think I can give up the integration of the Apple Watch.
Yes, I bought it primarily for fitness, it does have more fitness features compared to Apple Watch. I too have the Apple watch 7 (nike edition). I am still amazed that after one day worth of fitness activities (including GPS) that it only uses 1% of the battery.
I have a Fenix 5 and an Edge bike computer for running and biking, respectively, but I use the Apple Watch for everyday use. I just don't find the AW good enough when it comes to tracking my running or biking - it lacks battery life and it's not as rugged as the Garmin products. On the other hand my and my Fenix is just not a smartwatch and doesn't integrate very well into the Apple ecosystem.
I also find the Garmin Connect integration to Apple Health lacking. Instead, I'm using a third-party app called RunGap to synchronize activities. It works very well for me and I thought I'd link it here and maybe you guys will find it bridges the gap between the two ecosystems for you too.
I'm not affiliated with the app or its creator in any way. I'm just a happy user since many years.
I loved the race route feature and tried it just the once. It was super simple to use and accurate with about 10 feet of my normal finish line. Unfortunately I’m so competitive with myself I overdid it and triggered an old foot injury. Hopefully it’s back in a later version in time for my recovery!