Fitbit OS 4.1 - Firmware Release (70.7.14)

[MattFitbit]

Fitbit Update: 12/5

Hi everyone!

We’re excited to announce the release of Fitbit OS 4.1 (Firmware Version: 70.7.14). 

We've begun releasing this new firmware to customers. This is a progressive rollout which means everyone will receive it at different stages until it has been completely released to all users. We roll out releases in phases as a cautionary measure so that we can monitor performance closely and make adjustments if needed. 

*Firmware releases are not distributed based on region or location and can reach anyone no matter where you reside. We do not recommend performing a factory reset to force the update to your device as your data will be lost and you may not get the update. Please be patient and wait until you see the update banner inside of the Fitbit app to begin the firmware download.

WHAT’S NEW AND FIXED

The update includes a variety of new features and enhancements, including: 

• Smart wake: Smart wake will gently begin to wake you with subtle vibrations during the optimal part of your sleep cycle (during light or REM) within a 30-minute window prior to your pre-set alarm. This allows you to wake up feeling refreshed. 

• Clock face switcher: You will now be able to store up to five clock faces right on your device and quickly change from one to the other using the new clock face switcher.

• On-wrist Sleep Score: The score will now be available in the on-device dashboard that can be accessed by swiping up from the clock face. You can still see it alongside your sleep data within the Fitbit app after you sync.

• Exercise app improvements: The redesigned Exercise app will now display all 20 workouts in a new streamlined list on your wrist. 

• Battery notification: When your battery is running low, a new feature will automatically disable notification vibrations

• Agenda app: A new Agenda app allows you to see your calendar right on your wrist. 

For more information on the new features included in Fitbit OS 4.1 check out this article. You can also check out our press release. 

HOW DO I UPDATE?

Step by step instructions for updating your Ionic can be found here. 

If you run into any trouble updating your Ionic, I recommend reviewing these troubleshooting tips. 

We appreciate your patience while we work to roll this out to everyone. 

[Tony1985]

Just got this update, is this 4.1 update? I've updated but can't really tell

[SunsetRunner]

If the Fitbit firmware version is 27.70.7.14 then yes you are on OS 4.1

[ChouPigu]

Hi MattFitbit,

I've updated my Ionic to version 27.70.7.14. The update went fine and it seems everything's running OK so far.

I was excited to test if this update fixed my issue with not being able to pair my Samsung Galaxy Buds bluetooth headphones, but alas, it has not. 😭

Is this on the radar?

[carlfxy]

My ionic just updated successfully

[Tony1985]

Cheers lad

[carlfxy]

Updated with no issues, needed calibrating after update, which seemed to go smoothly. Thanks, looks good... see the sleep number and all!

[SharonDevon]

My problem was with the heart rate tracker recording excessively high. This update has not fixed the problem unfortunately.

[SunsetRunner]

During testing, that was a known issue with the HRM algorithm so surprised they've released it as is

[SharonDevon]

My tracker is an Ionic, is the a problem with the Versa as well?

[gregvp]

Just updated from 27.68.9.15 to 27.70.7.14, update was very quick compared to the previous update.

So far so good.

My issues with 27.68.9.15

• Battery life down from 4 days to 3
• Bluetooth needing to be re-paired every few days
  • If I had the long press left button set to music control Bluetooth wouldn't stay paired at all
  • This appears to be fixed

New clock face swapping works well.

Will post back on the battery life but Bluetooth seems to be fixed at least for me.

gregvp

Quick update: I just walked out of Bluetooth range and when I came back my Ionic reconnected without any intervention by me. This never happened for me on 27.68.9.15.

[FoldingBikeman]

I got the update available message and started it. When I came back, my Ionic was still the old version and the update available is gone. Did I miss my opportunity to perform the update? 

[SunsetRunner]

Tried to update and while attempting to do so it disappeared. 

[bliss_s]

My Ionic (purchased 12/20/2017, now out of warrenty) bricked on 12/03/2019...

Any chance it could be replaced so I can try the new firmware update? 😪

[calc76]

Is there a way to force the update?

I'm still on 3.0 (33.1.30) and have no banner even for the 4.0 update.

[Michael-Powell]

Cool: Thanks for the update. Mine installed perfectly.

[Michael-Powell]

Mine works great. Thanks.

Moderator edit: format

[NinaP]

The update took a few hours to post because of the, "Device Not Found" issue. It doesn't look like this update takes care of that issue. Because of that issue, I don't receive notifications and my Fitbit doesn't sync. So annoying. After the update finally completed, it doesn't show my sleep number. So did it not fully install? When is the other issues going to re resolved?? I have the Ionic and Samsung 10+ phone. 

[NinaP]

Sorry for the double post

[carlfxy]

@NinaP 

on your watch. Go to

settings -> about 

and you should see your version : 27.70.714 => Fitbit OS 4.1 and your firmware update worked