Garmin‘s fēnix 8 Series of premium multisport GPS smartwatches offer a bright AMOLED display or solar charging for greater battery life.
Introducing advanced strength training features, dive capabilities, an internal speaker and mic and more, the fēnix 8 Series’ 51mm AMOLED model offers up to 29 days of battery life in smartwatch mode while the 51mm solar model with an always-on display offers up to 48 days.
“For years, the fēnix line has been celebrated for its premium features, materials and design,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales.
“And now, we’re thrilled to introduce our most capable fēnix yet. This latest lineup not only adds new design details, sport-specific training enhancements and convenient communication tools, it also allows users to choose between a beautiful AMOLED display or solar charging for extra-long battery life.”
Features
- AMOLED or solar: Choose between a bright AMOLED display or an always-on display with a solar charging lens with fēnix 8 – 51mm providing 50% more solar power than its predecessor. Both models also feature refreshed graphics. The AMOLED option is available in three sizes – 43mm, 47mm or 51mm – while the solar charging option is available in 47mm or 51mm.
- Rugged design: All models feature leakproof metal buttons, a new sensor guard to help protect essential sensors and have been tested to US military standards for thermal, shock and water resistance.
- Built-in speaker and microphone: Users can make and take phone calls from the watch when paired with a compatible smartphone. Certain voice commands like ‘start a strength training activity’, ‘set a timer for 5 minutes’, ‘save waypoint’ and more can be activated right from the watch, with no phone connection required.
- Built-in LED flashlight: Variable light intensities, a red light and strobe mode can help provide greater awareness in dark environments.
- Advanced strength training: Targeted, 4-6-week strength training plans plus sport-specific workouts for athletes of all types, including trail runners, surfers, skiers and more.
- Dive capabilities: A 40m dive-rated case, leakproof metal buttons and support for scuba and apnea dive activities.
- Garmin Messenger app: Communicate with family and friends via two-way text messaging right from the watch.
- Advanced mapping and navigation: View terrain contours on TopoActive maps. A new map interface allows users to customise map layers to get the most out of their navigation. While exploring, users can enter a distance on the watch and receive suggested routes to stay on track and on time with dynamic round-trip routing.
The fēnix 8 Series offers a bright AMOLED display or solar charging for greater battery life. The AMOLED option is available in three sizes – 43mm, 47mm and 51mm – while the solar charging option is available in 47mm or 51mm. Suggested retail prices start at £869.99.
