A Major Update for Garmin’s Bounce Kids Smartwatch is Finally Here!
After a lengthy three-month wait, Garmin has finally rolled out a significant software update for their Bounce kids smartwatch. Users of this popular wearable can now upgrade to version 9.02, which promises to enhance the overall user experience.
The Bounce smartwatch is primarily designed for children, serving as a communication bridge and safety device that allows parents to send voice or text messages and track their child’s real-time location using a compatible smartphone.
The latest update brings two key improvements. Firstly, it resolves an issue where the watch was sending multiple location reports erroneously, which could clutter the app and confuse parents. The second point in the change log mentions general bug fixes and stability improvements, although details on these fixes remain vague.
This new update follows version 8.20, rolled out in late May, which notably improved audio message recording and minimized issues related to poor LTE coverage.
Despite these updates, the Garmin forum continues to buzz with user concerns about persistent issues, such as messages failing to send or experiencing delays. As of now, Garmin hasn’t provided an official resolution to these problems.
For those eager to get their devices up to speed, the 9.02 update is available for download through the Garmin Jr. App. With this minor but crucial upgrade, Garmin aims to make the Bounce smartwatch a more reliable and efficient tool for both kids and their parents.
