Garmin has unveiled the Varia Vue headlight camera, the latest addition to its lineup of accessories designed to help increase safety and visibility for cyclists.
The Varia Vue headlight comes with a 4K front-facing camera (requires memory card; not included) that saves video automatically if an incident is detected. It also features a 600-lumen headlight and boasts a range of premium features – ‘all while maintaining impressive battery life’.
Users can also sync with the Varia RCT715 radar taillight camera (sold separately) to capture their ride from both angles.
“With Varia Vue, cyclists can embark on rides knowing they’re more likely to be seen on the road when using the headlight and are equipped with a high-resolution camera that can capture it all,” said Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing.
“We’re thrilled to add another tool to Garmin’s unparalleled cycling lineup, giving riders the confidence they need to pursue their passion with greater peace of mind than ever before.”
Varia Vue’s built-in camera records sharp, 4K video while Electronic Image Stabilisation keeps the footage steady. If the device detects an incident along the way, the camera automatically saves and stores video from before, during and after the event.
Plus, when Varia Vue is connected via Wi-Fi, any saved footage can be automatically uploaded to Garmin Vault for secure storage with an active subscription. At the end of a ride, cyclists can also use the Varia app to review and edit video clips.
For use during the day and night, Varia Vue’s smart headlight offers five light modes of up to 600 lumens that automatically adjust to fit a rider’s speed and surroundings when riding with a compatible Edge cycling computer.
The headlight’s smart design also includes a cutoff beam, reducing the light intensity above the cutoff line to help preserve the vision of oncoming traffic and riders.
Garmin points to other features such as:
- Up to 7 hours of battery life in day flash mode with the camera recording, and up to 9 hours when the headlight is off.
- For on-the-go convenience, camera and headlight settings can be changed any time from a compatible Edge cycling computer or the Varia app.
- The concealed microphone captures clean audio.
- The Varia Vue can be added to existing handlebar setups using Edge out-front bike mounts.
Available now, Varia Vue has a suggested retail price of US$549.99 / £459.99.
