Suunto Software update Q1 (2.53.42)

Dimitrios Kanellopoulos

@thailon we are doing our best to support the v1!

cosme.costa

@thailon I do not work for Suunto , But I’m also in the Spanish Forum, there its is said by Suunto employes that the SV1 is not discontinued, it will still receive updates as much as the hardware allows it.
I think they face some drawbacks with the SV1 (I guess related to the screen) that make that the update needs more time to be finished.
I think Suunto will find the solution and eventually everyone will be happy. Or at least is what I hope.

In my case when I bought the SVTS (two years ago) I was doubting between the SV1 and SR1 and decided the SV because theoretically they have the same hardware (minus NFC chip) and I thought the SV1 is more robust for trailrunning, long hikes and outdoor activities, so I’m a bit disappointed that the SR1 had the update and the SV1 not…but I hope more sooner than later they will find the solution and we will get the update.

Miroslava

@cosme.costa right but dont be sad because i am sad too that on my race 1 i dont have maps 2.0 . I really hope so that will be this new maps with labels

Squirrel

@Speed-Man

I’ve encountered an issue where every time I turn off the device, the pace zones get reset. Has anyone else experienced this problem?

Yes this is an ongoing issue going back for a while. Custom pace zones are always reset to 06’00, 05’30, 05’00, 04’30 /km after the watch is rebooted.
Not new to this firmware update and should be finally taken note of and looked at by the team.

Maximilian Mustermann

I understand the hardware limitations of the V1. For me, that MIP display is exactly why I bought the watch for the mountains. It’s a tool. I haven’t used my Race S ever since.

I can live without the city names or pizza icons on the map. But I would like to get the actual navigation logic. Smart Off-Route detection and a proper Track Back are much welcome (security) features for an “adventure” watch. So, if anthing it all, please bring the backend logic (off-route alerts, smart track back) to the V1. I don’t need it to look “pretty,” I would just love the functionality to work in the field. Please.

surfboomerang

@Maximilian-Mustermann I totally agree with you

mabe2k

@MarkG Touch for map screen has been disabled with this update. You have to enable it in the settings.

off242

Finally got a Varia to pair with R2 last night, but the RTL515 only. RCT715 has been a no-go, as has Wahoo’s.

Is there any insight as to the Varia app being limited to a particular model?

danyel

@off242 I think Varia SuuntoPlus app is developed by a third party developer, not Suunto itself. Does it work with RTL515?

off242

The app does work with the RTL515 @danyel but no others. $:\$

That said, I’m kind of underwhelmed with the performance of the app, requiring an additional screen instead of an overlay, as well as near-constant vibrating of the R2 on my commute to work this morning. Guess I’ll continue using a traditional computer for the bikes where I use radar.

I think there’s an email address for feedback related to the app, so I’ll share further feedback with the developer there.