- Garmin has released the new Connect IQ 9.3 update.
- This update allows third-party apps to finally use the microphone and speaker on supported smart<a href="https://myappsplus.com/google-pixel-watch-5-deal-saves-you-100-on-the-lte-model/” title=”Google Pixel Watch 5 deal saves you $100 on the LTE model”>watches.
- This access could allow third-party apps to add new recording and audio features.
Garmin can be a little precious with its smartwatch technology when third-party app developers want access to the hardware. Developers have recently called out the company for matters such as not previously giving third-party apps access to the Forerunner 170’s gyroscope. This reluctance to provide support can prevent developers from adding features users would otherwise find useful. However, Garmin appears to be feeling a little more generous lately, as a new update will finally allow third-party apps to tap into two more features.
Garmin has released Connect IQ 9.3, and a highlight of the update allows third-party apps to access the microphone and speaker on supported smartwatches. The supported watches include the Fenix 8 and 9 series, the Forerunner 570 and 970, the Venu 4 and X1, Approach S72, and a few others. Previously, access to these features was primarily given to Garmin’s own software. We’ve seen the company recently embrace this technology a little more with the introduction of “OK Garmin” voice features.
