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Gadgetbridge 0.88.0: New devices and key fixes

The latest Gadgetbridge release, version 0.88.0, brings a number of improvements, new device support, and some important bug fixes. While the update isn't a game-changer, it certainly enhances the app's reliability and broadens its compatibility with wearables and fitness devices. If you're a regular user of Gadgetbridge, this update will improve your experience with smoother connections, better functionality, and expanded device support.

Expanded Device Support

The biggest takeaway from Gadgetbridge 0.88.0 is the increased device compatibility. This release introduces initial support for several new devices, allowing users to connect with even more smartwatches and fitness trackers.

  • Amazfit GTS 4 Mini New, T-Rex 3 Pro, and Pebble 2 Duo/Time 2 are now supported.
  • Several Garmin devices are also included, such as the Edge Explore, Descent G2, Forerunner series, and Fenix 6 Pro models.
  • New support for FitPro devices and the Sony WH-CH720N headphones.
  • If you're using Huawei wearables, you'll now find support for the Huawei FreeArc and Watch GT 6 Pro.
  • Lesser known devices like IMIKI Frame 2 and S52 (GloryFit) are also supported.

Bug Fixes and Stability Enhancements

Alongside the added support for new devices, this release also tackles a number of bug fixes to improve device connectivity and stability.

  • Amazfit GTS and T-Rex 3 Pro device discovery issues are fixed.
  • Coospo HW807, Even Realities G1, and C20 also benefit from improved device discovery and better connection reliability.
  • Several Bluetooth adjustments reduce pairing failures and dropped connections.

These changes won't be noticeable to all users, but they should remove some frustrations for those affected.

Garmin Updates: New Features and Bug Fixes

For users with Garmin devices, this update brings several useful enhancements:

  • New charts for respiratory rate, temperature, and diving depth provide clearer activity insights.
  • Added debug support for fetching DEVICE_XML, which helps with troubleshooting.
  • Improved handling of training load, plus a fix for the real-time settings crash.
  • Additional fixes cover feels-like temperature, diving activity maps, notifications on recent firmware, and legacy fit file decoding.

Huawei-Specific Features: Health and Fitness Improvements

Huawei users see a notable set of changes:

  • Arterial Stiffness Detection and ECG are now active (though not yet synced).
  • More detailed health metrics—HRV, sleep stats, resting HR, and emotions—are now accessible.
  • Added support for step-by-step navigation and notification pictures.
  • Weather data issues for wind, UV index, and speed have been fixed.
  • Workout parsing for swimming and jump rope is improved.

Miscellaneous Fixes and Enhancements

Several smaller improvements help polish the experience:

  • Maps now offer biker, dark, and indigo themes.
  • Better GPX parsing and improvements to workout detail reprocessing.
  • Reduced notification spam from Microsoft Teams and WhatsApp.
  • Fixes for crashes, icon mapping, and issues like sending GPS/time data on Huawei devices.

Get It Now

As always, you can get the latest release from F-Droid. In addition, since the previous release (0.87.0) you'll also find binaries on our releases page and on IzzyOnDroid.

If you install Gadgetbridge directly from our releases page you will need to track updates manually! To be sure that you're running an updated version we recommend the use of an app repository like F-Droid or IzzyOnDroid. Another alternative is to use Obtainium to download and update directly from Codeberg.

Thanks to our community and contributors for keeping Gadgetbridge growing!

The Gadgetbridge Team