Garmin has launched two new flagship high-performance smartwatches, the fēnix 7 Pro and the epix Pro. The epix Pro Series is now available in three watch sizes, and features AMOLED displays and built-in flashlights. The fēnix 7 Pro Series of premium multisport GPS smartwatches feature solar charging, with an added LED flashlight to all models plus performance features and mapping upgrades.
fēnix 7 Pro Series
The fēnix 7 Pro Series has a solar charging lens on every model, that offers up to 37 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and up to 139 days in expedition mode, helping athletes enjoy more time outdoors day or night.
“For more than a decade, many have relied on Garmin’s premium fēnix line for all their adventures, and we are thrilled to bring training and mapping advancements to the new fēnix 7 Pro Series,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales.
“Whether hitting dusty trails or scaling snowy summits, the fēnix 7 Pro Series is the ultimate companion – no matter where the path leads.
What’s new to fēnix 7 Pro Series:
- Built-in LED flashlight: Available on all size options, variable intensities, a red safety light and strobe mode help provide greater awareness while training in the dark.
- Next-generation MIP display: Redesigned pixels, backlight and solar panel improve indoor readability, providing increased brightness, power efficiency and adaptability to different lighting conditions—all without sacrificing the exceptional sunlight performance of the MIP display.
- Heart rate sensor: Enhanced optical sensors and sport-specific algorithms offer improved performance tracking for a wider variety of activities, making it easier to gain a better understanding of how the body is responding to exercise.
- Endurance score: Measure how easy it is to sustain prolonged efforts while also taking into account training data like VO2 max, short and long-term training loads and more from all other athletic pursuits.
- Hill score: Gauge how easy it is to run uphill by measuring running strength on steep climbs and running endurance on long ascents while also evaluating progress over time based on VO2 max and training history.
- Up Ahead: View certain running POI (point of interest) checkpoints, such as aid stations, right on a map to get a better understanding of what’s ahead.
- Weather map overlays: More easily view upcoming weather conditions.
Relief shading: Quickly read topographic maps for glanceable awareness. - Additional preloaded activities: Whitewater rafting, motocross, overlanding and dozens of other new activities help users stay active.
epix Pro Series
The epix Pro Series features a clear AMOLED display, rugged design and impressive battery life. Touting up to 31 days of battery life, the epix Pro is loaded with all-day health monitoring and fitness metrics to help users stay active.
There are three watch sizes to choose from – 42mm, 47mm and 51mm – and a built-in LED flashlight on each one.
Dan Bartel at Garmin added “To be your best, you need the best, and we’re excited to bring innovative features to our most capable smartwatch yet.
“Packed with innovative training tools, mapping updates, health and wellness insights and more, the new epix Pro Series means you no longer have to choose between the features you want, but rather which size is best for you.”
What’s new to epix Pro Series:
- Choose from three size options to better fit any wrist.
- A built-in LED flashlight with variable intensities and strobe mode to provide greater awareness while training in the dark.
- Red Shift Mode changes display colours to shades of red to help users better acclimate to darker conditions and reduce sleep cycle disturbance.
- Stay active with dozens of new, preloaded activities including football, basketball, racquet sports, horseback riding and more.
- Get a better understanding of fitness levels with advanced training features such as hill score and endurance score.
- Runners using the Up Ahead feature can now see certain POI (point of interest) checkpoints, like aid stations, right on a map to get a better understanding of what’s ahead.
- An optimised heart rate sensor offers enhanced multisport performance tracking.
- New weather map overlays make it easier to view upcoming weather conditions.
- Relief shading makes topographic maps more quickly readable for glanceable awareness.
