Nonetheless, the images that Garmin has shared confirm that the Fenix 8 Pro will be available with a microLED display as the ‘brightest smartwatch ever built’. For context, Garmin signed a contract with Vuzix for the supply of microLED displays about a year ago. Meanwhile, a separate image indicates that a non-microLED variant exists with ‘SOS’ connectivity.
Presumably an AMOLED option, SOS connectivity likely refers to the Fenix 8 Pro’s LTE modem, which will operate via Garmin’s inReach service. According to Redditor u/flodschi22, Garmin will charge €9.99 per month for using this service. The same Redditor adds that Garmin will launch the Fenix 8 Pro tomorrow on September 3.