Garmin announced that most Edge 1060 functions will be available on the Edge models in the x50 series (Edge 550/850/1050), while only part of them will go to certain x40 models (Edge 540/840/1040/1040 Solar). The article also notes that new features are coming to the Edge MTB, and that some functions requiring a micro will not be carried over to older hardware.
Among the transferred software features, Strava Live Segments benefits from updates. The text mentions segments that can be displayed in a collapsible way on the Strava Live Segment page, the presence of competing icons on the map and altitude profiles, and above all the ability to use these Live Segments on any route (previously reserved for Strava Routes).
Activation during the update period varies by feature. Strava Live Segment is announced as coming to Edge x50 and Edge MTB in Q1 2027, while some of it is already in public beta. The text also states that the “Alternate Data Fields” will be available in Q4 via this public beta on Edge x50 and Edge MTB.
Lastly, the article provides details on arrivals via Garmin Connect, announced for all users on Tuesday 3 November. Two new features are mentioned: Android support for sending a point from Google Maps to the Edge via the Garmin Connect app, and “Garmin Coaching Challenger Plans” that do not require a power meter sensor, as was the case historically.
