COROS Release Notes

November 19, 2019

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

October 11, 2019

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

July 23, 2019

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

June 12, 2019

V2.00

Introducing Hike and Trail Run modes to COROS 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

April 23, 2019

V1.62

• Adds UltraMax GPS mode for COROS PACE watch

January 22, 2019

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

December 24, 2018

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

December 6, 2018

V1.56

• Sleep tracking bug fixes

December 1, 2018

V1.55

• Adds Sleep Tracking feature to record sleep cycle and heart rate changes which can help track recovery status after workout

November 15, 2018

V1.53

• Improves the data accuracy of Run and Pool Swim modes

September 30, 2018

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

August 21, 2018

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

July 20, 2018

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

June 30, 2018

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

June 15, 2018

V1.33

• Elevation calibration bug fixes

April 4, 2018

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

May 18, 2023

January 11, 2023

V 2.84

December 12, 2022

V2.74

• Introducing Effort Pace. Not all running terrain is perfectly flat. Effort Pace is a unique COROS metric that tells you how hard you are actually working when on hilly terrain

November 11, 2022

• Firmware update available for APEX 42mm and APEX 46mm device users with COROS POD 2. Update makes POD 2 compatible with APEX 42mm and 46mm devices
  • Firmware update will not appear in the COROS app until a POD 2 device has been added as a device in the app

February 9, 2022

V2.65

• Fixes a bug that causes incorrect data if workouts have been paused
• Fixes a bug that causes Normalized Power (NP) to be missing in bike workouts

Jan 20, 2022

V2.63

• Adds Adjusted Pace allowing EvoLab to measure your performance and fitness level when running on hilly terrain
  • Adjusted Pace is supported in Run, Trail Run, XC Ski, and Ski Touring modes
• Supports CORE Body Temperature Sensor via Bluetooth
• Adds Water Temperature in Pool Swim and Open Water modes 
• Adds Temperature Calibration
• Adds new lap notifications for structured workouts

December 29, 2021

V2.61

• Adds Galileo support

November 8, 2021

V2.60

• Optimization to various algorithms including EvoLab and pool swimming/running workout tracking

June 28, 2021

V2.53

Introducing COROS EvoLab, the revamped sports science platform for all

• Key fitness metrics to help athletes of all sports to monitor daily, weekly, and long-term training load, fatigue, recovery, intensity, and more
• Additional features for road runners to track and improve performance on the flat and paved road including Marathon Level, Running Performance, Race Predictor, Training Focus, and more

March 10, 2021

V2.37

Introducing the all-new Ski Touring mode

• Allows unlimited ascent/descent phases with auto phase detection and transition
• Adds elevation gain/loss-based auto lap feature specifically designed for the ski mountaineering community and needs for performance metric
• Multiple bug fixes

Jan 22, 2021

V2.36

• Adds checkpoint features that allow users to record locations or navigate with checkpoint-enabled GPS tracks during outdoor workouts
• Adds hundredths of a second to laps from Run, Track Run, Bike, Pool Swim and Rowing modes for much higher accuracy
• Adds Track Run mode to workout program feature
• Adds Bluetooth support for bike power meters and bike trainers

November 13, 2020

V2.32

Introducing new sport modes and new features for training plans and workout programs

• Adds Rowing and Indoor Rowing modes to record 500m pace, stroke rate, stroke length, power (supported accessories required) and more
• Adds Flatwater mode to track water activities like kayaking, SUP, canoeing and more
• Allows TrainingPeaks to send training plans & workouts to COROS watches directly
• Allows multiple sessions in a workout program to be grouped as one
• Allows the BACK button to be functional when in Auto Lock mode
• Adds a new Metronome tool to Toolbox menu (long press the BACK button)
• Adds motion detection - DND mode enabled after 10 min and HR disabled after 30 min of inactivity

August 27, 2020

V2.30

Introducing Training Plan, new running power features and Stryd compatibility

• Build, download and share personalized training plans on the COROS app
• Follow a training plan and view details on selected COROS models
• Run, Bike, Swim and Strength training plans supported
• Adds running power from the wrist with no accessories needed on all COROS models
• Integrates with Stryd on selected COROS models and provides the only native and complete support
• Adds new data metrics including Running Power, Power Zones, Form Power, Air Power, Leg Spring Stiffness and more when pairing with supported accessories
• Adds running power to structured workout programs
• Adds Treadmill mode within Indoor Run for manual speed input

June 17, 2020

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

June 5, 2020

V2.27

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 are not affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)

May 3, 2020

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

March 31, 2020

V2.22

• 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

March 10, 2020

V2.21

• GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data

Jan 14, 2020

V2.20

• Track Run mode algorithm enhancements
• Multiple bug fixes

December 31, 2019

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

November 19, 2019

V2.17

• Multiple bug fixes

November 12, 2019

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

October 23, 2019

V2.14

• Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync

September 26, 2019

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

September 1, 2019

V2.11

• Distance-related algorithm enhancements for Pool Swim mode

August 19, 2019

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

July 19, 2019

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

July 15, 2019

V2.06

• Updates the UI design to V2.0
• Adds a new unlock method for auto lock mode - scrolling the dial to unlock
• Supports a bigger font size for data pages in workout modes
• Elevation calibration enhancements

June 12, 2019

V2.02

• Heart Rate bug fixes
• Indoor Run post workout calibration bug fixes

May 30, 2019

V2.01

• Bug fixes

May 30, 2019

V2.00

Introducing Hike and Trail Run modes to COROS 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

May 8, 2019

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

March 25, 2019

V1.30

• Adds Navigation function including breadcrumb trail for COROS 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!

January 22, 2019

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

December 8, 2019

V1.27

• GPS bug fixes

December 6, 2018

V1.26

• Sleep tracking bug fixes

December 1, 2018

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 dial 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

September 12, 2023 

• Improves the color scheme on custom watch faces with persona image uploads
• Improves the connectivity to your COROS Heart Rate Monitor
• Fixes a Stryd distance calculation issue
  
• Fixes a problem where Running Fitness calculations were not applied to Multisport or Triathlon activities
• Fixes a problem where Deviate Course Alerts and Lap Alerts were subsequently triggered inaccurately
• General bug fixes and performance optimizations

August 21, 2023

V3.04.0

• You can now create Trail Run workouts
• Create custom watch faces to match your style
• Supports next-gen Stryd metrics for your Stryd pod

July 10, 2023

V3.02.0

Highlights:

• The Activity Start screen displays your estimated battery life remaining in hours
• The Battery Usage widget allows you to see in-depth power consumption stats at a glance
• View both your Last Lap data in addition to the next repetition info during scheduled workouts

Additional Updates:

• Adds millisecond details display for your Indoor Run workouts
• Incoming phone calls will ring through your headphones when paired to your watch
• You will see a reminder display after 10 minutes on the Activity Start screen before exiting
• Allows you to actively switch between Bluetooth accessories during a workout and removes the "Select Accessory" prompt before your workout
• Your Indoor Run workouts support varying speeds during the activity
• Adds a 3sec countdown to your Jump Rope activity

May 18, 2023

April 24, 2023

January 11, 2023

V 2.84

December 12, 2022

V2.82

• Your Effort Pace is now personalized. The COROS watch now uses your performance on hilly terrain from past activities, and provides an Effort Pace metric that matches your ability level when running uphill and downhill
• Introducing Indoor Climb mode for indoor lead, top rope, and bouldering. When climbing on lead, the mode will auto-count your routes, detect your lead falls and tell you how big the whipper is

October 27, 2022

V2.72

Here are a few exciting new items we bring to your COROS watch:

• Meet the all-new COROS POD 2. A lightweight, water-resistant watch accessory to clip onto your shoe or waistband for your next level of running data accuracy
• You can manage the settings and status of paired accessories during activity
• We have fixed multiple bugs

September 5, 2022

V2.71

• We have fixed multiple bugs

August 28, 2022

V2.70

Here are a few exciting new items we bring to your COROS watch:

• We have added jump rope as a new activity mode on your watch
• Take control of your Insta360 GO 2 action camera from the watch
• Your FTMS-enabled smart trainers work better now with your watch
• You can view British National Grid coordinates as an option in addition to Latitude/Longitude or MGRS
• Time to Sunrise/Sunset is now supported as a data field during outdoor activities
• You can select Knots as a new unit for water sports activities
• Your watch can now auto pause and resume outdoor walking activities
• We have fixed multiple bugs

June 30, 2022

V2.69

• You can now record Training Log and Rate of Perceived Exertion on all activities in addition to structured workouts
• You can now choose the correct lane in the Basic Interval mode of Track Run
• We have fixed multiple bugs

May 18, 2022

V2.67

• Improves the accuracy of sleep detection
• Adds the sleep stage REM (Rapid Eye Movement)
• Adds a new daily widget for sleep tracking
• Supports pre-planned workouts for Indoor Run and Indoor Bike
• Supports rate of perceived exertion for pre-planned workouts
• Supports Find My Phone and Find My Watch
• Supports deletion of any activity in workout history
• Supports full trail/road on maps up to the scale of 200m/500ft
• Supports route syncing to Watch during activity

March 30, 2022

V2.66

• Allows Broadcast Heart Rate feature to work when the watch is connected to a heart rate strap
• Optimizes outdoor running tracking experience when GPS is disconnected for a short moment
• Multiple accessories-related bug fixes
• Performance optimizations

January 25, 2022

V2.65

• Multiple bug fixes

January 20, 2022

V2.63

• Adds Adjusted Pace allowing EvoLab to measure your performance and fitness level when running on hilly terrain
  • Adjusted Pace is supported in Run, Trail Run, XC Ski, and Ski Touring modes 
• Adds Virtual Run mode to broadcast indoor run metrics like pace, cadence, and heart rate.
• Supports CORE Body Temperature Sensor via Bluetooth
• Adds Water Temperature in Pool Swim and Open Water modes
• Adds Temperature Calibration
• Adds new lap notifications for structured workouts
• Adds Korean and Russian support as system language
• Multiple algorithm enhancements such as heart rate, pace, Strength mode repetition tracking, Whitewater mode elevation tracking, and running power

November 22, 2021

V2.61

• Adds Topo and Landscape map support
• Adds Walk mode to track key metrics including steps and distance
• Adds Camera Control for Insta360 One X2, One R, and GoPro Hero 9, Hero 10
• Adds Galileo support
• Adds LIGHT key shortcut
• Adds ANT+ power meter calibration
• Adds Italian support as system language
• Supports up to 5 workouts in Multisport mode
• Allows distance option in the Workouts rest lap

July 5, 2021

V2.54

• Speedsurfing mode algorithm enhancements
• Training Effect bug fixes

June 28, 2021

V2.53

Introducing COROS EvoLab, the revamped sports science platform for all

• Key fitness metrics to help athletes of all sports to monitor daily, weekly, and long-term training load, fatigue, recovery, intensity, and more
• Additional features for road runners to track and improve performance on the flat and paved road including Marathon Level, Running Performance, Race Predictor, Training Focus, and more

February 3, 2021

V2.37

Introducing the all-new Ski Touring mode

• Allows unlimited ascent/descent phases with auto phase detection and transition
• Adds elevation gain/loss-based auto lap feature specifically designed for the ski mountaineering community and needs for performance metrics

January 22, 2021

V2.36

• Multiple bug fixes

January 18, 2021

V2.35

• Adds checkpoint features that allow users to record locations or navigate with checkpoint-enabled GPS tracks during outdoor workouts
• Adds hundredths of a second to laps from Run, Track Run, Bike, Pool Swim and Rowing modes for much higher accuracy
• Adds Track Run mode to workout program feature
• Adds Bluetooth support for bike power meters and bike trainers

November 4, 2020

V2.32

Introducing 5 new water sport modes and new features for training plans and workout programs

• Adds Speedsurfing and Windsurfing modes to detect runs, run speed and more
• Adds Rowing and Indoor Rowing modes to record 500m pace, stroke rate, stroke length, power (supported accessories required) and more
• Adds Flatwater and Whitewater modes to track water activities like kayaking, SUP, canoeing and more
• Allows TrainingPeaks to send training plans & workouts to COROS watches directly
• Allows multiple sessions in a workout program to be grouped as one
• Allows the BACK button to be functional when in Auto Lock mode
• Adds a new Metronome tool to Toolbox menu (long press the BACK button)
• Adds motion detection - DND mode enabled after 10 min and HR disabled after 30 min of inactivity
• Optimized "Heading Up" option for route navigation

August 26, 2020

V2.30

• Introducing Training Plan, new running power features and Stryd compatibility
  Build, download and share personalized training plans on the COROS app
• Follow a training plan and view details on selected COROS models
• Run, Bike, Swim and Strength training plans supported
• Adds running power from the wrist with no accessories needed on all COROS models
• Integrates with Stryd on selected COROS models and provides the only native and complete support
• Adds new data metrics including Running Power, Power Zones, Form Power, Air Power, Leg Spring Stiffness and more when pairing with supported accessories
• Adds running power to structured workout programs
• Adds Treadmill mode within Indoor Run for manual speed input

June 17, 2020

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

June 5, 2020

V2.27

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 are not affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)

April 29, 2020

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

March 26, 2020

V2.13

• 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

March 10, 2020

V2.12

• GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data

January 14, 2020

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

December 25, 2019

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

November 19, 2019

V2.08

• Multiple bug fixes

November 12, 2019

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

October 28, 2019

V2.04

• Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync

January 31, 2024

This update may take up to 30 minutes or more, including a device restart. Sometimes great updates take time, you for your patience!

• Track your Stress levels in real-time to give you a complete picture of your training, sleep, and daily stress.
• Use the new Wellness Check feature to view a detailed report of your current heart rate, HRV, Breathing Rate, and more.
• Take the Running Form Test (POD or POD 2 required) to learn where you excel and areas to improve in your running form technique.
• Note: Using the Stress feature will decrease battery life, it can be turned off via System > More Settings > Stress

January 5, 2024

• Bug fixes and performance optimizations for your watch

September 12, 2023 

• Improves the color scheme on custom watch faces with persona image uploads
• Improves the connectivity to your COROS Heart Rate Monitor
• Fixes a Stryd distance calculation issue
  
• Fixes a problem where Running Fitness calculations were not applied to Multisport or Triathlon activities
• Fixes a problem where Deviate Course Alerts and Lap Alerts were subsequently triggered inaccurately
• General bug fixes and performance optimizations

August 21, 2023

V3.04.0

• You can now create Trail Run workouts
• Create custom watch faces to match your style
• Supports next-gen Stryd metrics for your Stryd pod

July 10, 2023

V3.02.0

Highlights:

• The Activity Start screen displays your estimated battery life remaining in hours
• The Battery Usage widget allows you to see in-depth power consumption stats at a glance
• View both your Last Lap data in addition to the next repetition info during scheduled workouts

Additional Updates:

• Adds millisecond details display for your Indoor Run workouts
• Incoming phone calls will ring through your headphones when paired to your watch
• You will see a reminder display after 10 minutes on the Activity Start screen before exiting
• Allows you to actively switch between Bluetooth accessories during a workout and removes the "Select Accessory" prompt before your workout
• Your Indoor Run workouts support varying speeds during the activity
• Adds a 3sec countdown to your Jump Rope activity

May 18, 2023

April 23, 2023

January 11, 2023

V 2.84

December 12, 2022

V2.82

• Your Effort Pace is now personalized. The COROS watch now uses your performance on hilly terrain from past activities, and provides an Effort Pace metric that matches your ability level when running uphill and downhill
• Introducing Indoor Climb mode for indoor lead, top rope, and bouldering. When climbing on lead, the mode will auto-count your routes, detect your lead falls and tell you how big the whipper is

October 27, 2022

V2.72

Here are a few exciting new items we bring to your COROS watch:

• Meet the all-new COROS POD 2. A lightweight, water-resistant watch accessory to clip onto your shoe or waistband for your next level of running data accuracy
• You can manage the settings and status of paired accessories during activity
• We have fixed multiple bugs

September 5, 2022

V2.71

• We have fixed multiple bugs

August 28, 2022

V2.70

Here are a few exciting new items we bring to your COROS watch:

• We have added jump rope as a new activity mode on your watch
• Take control of your Insta360 GO 2 action camera from the watch
• Your FTMS-enabled smart trainers work better now with your watch
• You can view British National Grid coordinates as an option in addition to Latitude/Longitude or MGRS
• Time to Sunrise/Sunset is now supported as a data field during outdoor activities
• You can select Knots as a new unit for water sports activities
• Your watch can now auto pause and resume outdoor walking activities
• We have fixed multiple bugs

July 5, 2022

V2.69

• You can now record Training Log and Rate of Perceived Exertion on all activities in addition to structured workouts
• You can now choose the correct lane in the Basic Interval mode of Track Run
• We have fixed multiple bugs

May 16, 2022

V2.67

• Improves the accuracy of sleep detection
• Adds the sleep stage REM (Rapid Eye Movement)
• Adds a new daily widget for sleep tracking
• Supports pre-planned workouts for Indoor Run and Indoor Bike
• Supports rate of perceived exertion for pre-planned workouts
• Supports Find My Phone and Find My Watch
• Supports deletion of any activity in workout history
• Supports full trail/road on maps up to the scale of 200m/500ft
• Supports route syncing to Watch during activity

March 30, 2022

V2.66

• Allows Broadcast Heart Rate feature to work when the watch is connected to a heart rate strap
• Optimizes outdoor running tracking experience when GPS is disconnected for a short moment
• Multiple accessories-related bug fixes
• Performance optimizations

January 25, 2022

V2.65

• Multiple bug fixes

January 20, 2022

V2.63

• Adds Adjusted Pace allowing EvoLab to measure your performance and fitness level when running on hilly terrain
  • Adjusted Pace is supported in Run, Trail Run, XC Ski, and Ski Touring modes
• Adds Virtual Run mode to broadcast indoor run metrics like pace, cadence, and heart rate
• Supports CORE Body Temperature Sensor via Bluetooth
• Adds Water Temperature in Pool Swim and Open Water modes
• Adds Temperature Calibration
• Adds new lap notifications for structured workouts
• Adds Korean and Russian support as system language
• Multiple algorithm enhancements such as heart rate, pace, Strength mode repetition tracking, Whitewater mode elevation tracking, and running power

November 22, 2021

V2.61

• Adds Topo and Landscape map support
• Adds Walk mode to track key metrics including steps and distance
• Adds Camera Control for Insta360 One X2, One R, and GoPro Hero 9, Hero 10
• Adds Galileo support
• Adds LIGHT key shortcut
• Adds ANT+ power meter calibration
• Adds Italian support as system language
• Supports up to 5 workouts in Multisport mode
• Allows distance option in the Workouts rest lap

July 5, 2021

V2.54

• Speedsurfing mode algorithm enhancements
• Training Effect bug fixes

June 28, 2021

V2.53

Introducing COROS EvoLab, the revamped sports science platform for all

• Key fitness metrics to help athletes of all sports to monitor daily, weekly, and long-term training load, fatigue, recovery, intensity, and more
• Additional features for road runners to track and improve performance on the flat and paved road including Marathon Level, Running Performance, Race Predictor, Training Focus, and more

February 3, 2021

V2.37

Introducing the all-new Ski Touring mode

• Allows unlimited ascent/descent phases with auto phase detection and transition
• Adds elevation gain/loss-based auto lap feature specifically designed for the ski mountaineering community and needs for performance metrics

January 22, 2021

V2.36

• Multiple bug fixes

January 18, 2021

V2.35

• Adds checkpoint features that allow users to record locations or navigate with checkpoint-enabled GPS tracks during outdoor workouts
• Adds hundredths of a second to laps from Run, Track Run, Bike, Pool Swim and Rowing modes for much higher accuracy
• Adds Track Run mode to workout program feature
• Adds Bluetooth support for bike power meters and bike trainers

November 4, 2020

V2.32

Introducing 5 new water sport modes and new features for training plans and workout programs

• Adds Speedsurfing and Windsurfing modes to detect runs, run speed and more
• Adds Rowing and Indoor Rowing modes to record 500m pace, stroke rate, stroke length, power (supported accessories required) and more
• Adds Flatwater and Whitewater modes to track water activities like kayaking, SUP, canoeing and more
• Allows TrainingPeaks to send training plans & workouts to COROS watches directly
• Allows multiple sessions in a workout program to be grouped as one
• Allows the BACK button to be functional when in Auto Lock mode
• Adds a new Metronome tool to Toolbox menu (long press the BACK button)
• Adds motion detection - DND mode enabled after 10 min and HR disabled after 30 min of inactivity
• Optimized "Heading Up" option for route navigation

August 26, 2020

V2.30

Introducing Training Plan, new running power features and Stryd compatibility

• Build, download and share personalized training plans on the COROS app
• Follow a training plan and view details on selected COROS models
• Run, Bike, Swim and Strength training plans supported
• Adds running power from the wrist with no accessories needed on all COROS models
• Integrates with Stryd on selected COROS models and provides the only native and complete support
• Adds new data metrics including Running Power, Power Zones, Form Power, Air Power, Leg Spring Stiffness and more when pairing with supported accessories
• Adds running power to structured workout programs
• Adds Treadmill mode within Indoor Run for manual speed input

June 17, 2020

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

June 5, 2020

V2.27

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 are not affected by this setting. (System > Sensors > Optical HR > Workout HR > OFF)

April 29, 2020

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

March 26, 2020

V2.13

• 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

March 10, 2020

V2.12

• GPS connection bug fixes caused by incorrect satellite data

January 14, 2020

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

December 25, 2019

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

November 19, 2019

V2.08

• Multiple bug fixes

November 12, 2019

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

October 28, 2019

V2.04

• Fixes a bug which may result in errors in Bluetooth sync

September 29, 2019

V2.02

• Multiple bug fixes

September 17, 2019

V2.00

• Adds touch screen function to daily widgets, navigation track and elevation profile pages on COROS VERTIX. Press the dial 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

August 20, 2019

V1.37

• Fixes SpO2 and HR bugs when used at high altitudes

July 21, 2019

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

July 9, 2019

V1.35

• Elevation feature bug fixes and calibration enhancements
• Supports a bigger font size for data pages in workout modes
• Sleep tracking enhancements.
• Adds a backlight always-on mode (Night mode) for standby and workout modes

June 7, 2019

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

May 31, 2019

V1.30

• Updates the SPO2 algorithms

May 7, 2019

V1.25

• Updates altitude acclimation function
• Enhances system stability