Coros watches get Apple Watch and Garmin-style Voice Control as part of a big new update which also includes a bunch of other cool features and tweaks

Date:
Sat, 16 May 2026 01:00:00 +0000

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Coros continues to tweak and improve its existing lineup with a big new feature addition.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter A big update is rolling out for Coros watches The headline feature is voice commands, currently in beta Strength training, auto laps for running, and the control center all get tweaks, along with a new photo sharing feature Coros users are getting a lovely package of new features and other updates, starting today. Coros' May Feature Update gives Coros users, especially modern ones, a host of new features to play with, chief among them Voice Control. Currently available only in beta, this moves Coros watches (at least, those equipped with microphones such as the Coros Pace 4 and Apex 4) to match some of the other best running watches such as the Apple Watch Ultra series, along with the
best Garmin watches. Voice Control can be used to start a workout profile on the watch, whether it's walking, trail running or even gravel biking, by pressing and holding the action button. You can also make more granular changes within those profiles, such as changing lanes during track runs, or changing the treadmill speed on a treadmill run profile. You can even 'record a catch' while fishing. Latest Videos From You may like Huge Garmin update alert! Garmin Fitness Coach arrives in-app and on-watch Coros' CEO on how the smartwatch maker is bucking the trend by swerving subscriptions Coros Pace 4 review: Big battery life in a slender, lightweight package

It can also be used for the usual assortment of settting reminders,
activating Find My Phone, and so on. If you want to get early access to the feature, you can join the beta program here.

Our writer Michael Sawh recently interviewed Coros' CEO Lewis Wu , and while we'll be publishing the second half of that interview next week, we can
reveal that the move towards voice commands is very much in line with Wu's AI-powered vision for Coros.

He said: "We believe voice is the future... "If you want to get future-proof hardware or a running watch for yourself, consider those with a microphone. This is our vision. You can read all about Coros' AI plans in the second part of the interview, to be published next week. What else is new? (Image credit: Coros) Other updates include Custom Photo Sharing, which allow you to overlay your stats and recent training sessions with a photo of your choice before sharing it with friends or to social media. It creates a vertical overlay
with stats such as speed or elevation perfect for sharing to Instagram or Strava. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

Strength Mode has received an update, allowing users to edit reps and intensity either on the watch or in the app after the session, and rep counting accuracy is reportedly improved as well.

You can now choose to set up Auto Laps when running by distance, or by position, so you can return to where you started to begin another lap. This
is perfect for circular runs or hill sprints. The Control Center will also receive an update, with a new easy-access layout.

The update is available from today. Today's best Coros watch deals Coros Pace 4 GPS Smartwatch 229 View See all prices COROS APEX 4 388.99 View See all prices We check over 250 million products every day for the best prices
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