📖 KodeshMode - Track Shabbat times on your watch

KodeshMode displays Shabbat times and Jewish calendar data on your Garmin watch. This app helps you follow Zmanim and Torah portions from your wrist. It works with both AMOLED and MIP screen displays.

1. Visit the KodeshMode releases page to download.
2. Look for the latest version at the top of the page.
3. Download the file ending in .iq.
4. Save the file to your computer.

You need the Garmin Connect IQ app on your phone to install KodeshMode. Follow these steps to move the file from your computer to your watch.

1. Connect your Garmin watch to your computer with its USB cable.
2. Open the Garmin Connect IQ app on your smartphone.
3. Select your watch from the device list.
4. Choose the option to manage apps or install local files.
5. Transfer the .iq file you downloaded earlier.
6. Sync your watch with your phone.

The app will appear in your watch's activity or app list after the sync finishes.

• Shabbat Times: The app calculates candle lighting and Havdalah times based on your location.
• Hebrew Calendar: View dates in the Hebrew format.
• Torah Portion: See the weekly reading for your current date.
• Zmanim Support: Tracks key prayer times throughout the day.
• Display Modes: Specifically designed to work on both high-resolution AMOLED screens and power-efficient MIP displays.
• Solar Compatibility: Maximizes battery life for devices with solar charging glass.

You can change how the app looks and behaves through the Garmin Connect app.

1. Open the Garmin Connect app on your phone.
2. Tap on your watch device icon.
3. Select Activities & App Management.
4. Find KodeshMode in your list.
5. Tap Settings.
6. Adjust items like your location or display preferences.
7. Save your changes and sync the watch again.

Garmin watches vary in how much power they use. This app runs efficiently, but some features use more energy than others. If you want to extend your battery life, consider these settings:

• Limit location updates if you stay in one city.
• Use a watch face that does not update every second.
• Check your watch settings to see if background processes impact battery.

• A Garmin watch compatible with Connect IQ.
• The Garmin Connect mobile app installed on your smartphone.
• An active Bluetooth connection between your watch and your phone.

Sometimes a transfer fails or the app does not launch. Use these steps to fix common issues:

• App not found: Ensure the sync finished. Double-check your watch app menu.
• Incorrect times: Open the watch's GPS settings and start an outdoor activity for a few seconds. This helps the watch find your current location.
• Sync errors: Restart both your phone and your watch. Ensure your Garmin Connect app is on the latest version.
• Display issues: If the font looks off, check that your device firmware is updated via Garmin Express on your computer.

KodeshMode is an open-source project. Developers use Monkey C to write this code for Garmin devices. If you notice a bug or want to suggest a new feature, you can visit the repository on GitHub to provide feedback. You do not need to be a programmer to use the app, but the open-source nature ensures that community members can contribute to the code over time.