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“f\u0113nix 8 Pro is changing the game for smartwatches. This new lineup is full of breakthrough innovations, bringing life-changing inReach technology to the wrist to help keep athletes and adventurers in touch with their family and friends and introducing the first-ever ultra-bright MicroLED display to a smartwatch so users can see their maps, stats, health and wellness metrics and more like never before.” Leave the phone behind and still stay connected<\/p>\n Designed for those pursuits that make it impractical to carry a phone, f\u0113nix 8 Pro has built-in inReach technology for satellite and cellular connectivity1.<\/p>\n Satellite connectivity<\/p>\n f\u0113nix 8 Pro uses inReach technology<\/a>\u00a0to let explorers exchange messages and send location check-ins.<\/p>\n Text messages: Send and receive text messages with those using the Garmin Messenger\u2122 app on their smartphone or compatible Garmin smartwatch. Cellular connectivity<\/p>\n In addition to sending text messages or providing location check-ins, f\u0113nix 8 Pro can be used to make phone calls, send voice messages, share LiveTrack links and view weather forecasts when connected to the LTE network.<\/p>\n Voice calls: Make and take voice calls from the watch with other f\u0113nix 8 Pro users or those using the Garmin Messenger app on their smartphone. SOS capability supported by Garmin Response<\/p>\n When an SOS is triggered, f\u0113nix 8 Pro will send a message over satellite or cellular connectivity to the Garmin Response\u2120\u00a0center, where a dedicated team of skilled emergency response coordinators are ready at any time. From there, Garmin Response will communicate with the user, their listed emergency contacts, search and rescue organizations and other available local resources. They provide updates to users and emergency contacts on the response effort, including confirmation when help is on the way, and remain available as the incident is being resolved. With nearly two decades of experience, the Garmin Response team has supported more than 17,000 inReach incident responses in more than 150 countries on all seven continents.<\/p>\n First-of-its-kind MicroLED display<\/p>\n Offering remarkable brightness in exquisite detail, f\u0113nix 8 Pro \u2013 MicroLED features over 400,000 individual LEDs delivering up to 4,500 nits, making it the brightest smartwatch ever. The result is a revolutionary display that produces rich colors and high pixel densities with wide viewing angles and superior readability\u2014even in direct sunlight.<\/p>\n Rugged design, premium features<\/p>\n Made for any adventure, all f\u0113nix 8 Pro models are dive-rated and feature leakproof metal buttons, a metal sensor guard cover, AMOLED or MicroLED touchscreen displays and titanium bezels, plus an LED flashlight for greater visibility in dark environments.<\/p>\n Built for wherever the adventure leads, f\u0113nix 8 Pro is loaded with Garmin’s full suite of performance, navigation, health and wellness2, and connected features, including endurance score, hill score, daily suggested workouts, preloaded TopoActive Maps, dynamic round-trip routing, the Garmin ECG App3, sleep coach, Garmin Pay\u2122, safety and tracking features and more. To learn more, visit www.garmin.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n f\u0113nix 8 Pro \u2013 AMOLED comes in 47mm and 51mm sizes, gets up to 27 days of battery life in smartwatch mode4 and starts at $1,199.99. f\u0113nix 8 Pro \u2013 MicroLED comes in a 51mm size, gets up to 10 days of battery life in smartwatch mode and is $1,999.99. Both models are available to purchase on September 8, 2025.<\/p>\n Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes,\u202foff-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts\u202feverywhere. Committed to developing\u202fproducts\u202fthat enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom<\/a>, email our media team<\/a>, connect with @garminoutdoor on social, or follow our blog<\/a>.\u202f\u00a0<\/p>\n 1\u00a0Active subscription required; LTE network coverage and satellite connectivity are not available in all countries. Check Garmin.com\/fenix8ProCoverage<\/a> to see which services are accessible in your area \u2014 or in countries to where you may be traveling; some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used. About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN<\/a>). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin, f\u0113nix and inReach are registered trademarks, Garmin Messenger and Garmin Pay are trademarks and Garmin Response is a service mark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:<\/a><\/p>\n
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\n Location check-ins: Send location updates to family and friends so they can keep track of trip progress. <\/p>\n
\n Voice messages:\u00a0Check in with family and friends by exchanging 30-second voice messages. Recipients can listen to the messages or read the transcriptions on their watch or in the Garmin Messenger app.
\n LiveTrack:\u00a0Friends and family can follow the adventures with LiveTrack location sharing and location check-ins on their smartphone. Users can also alert their friends and family when a LiveTrack session has started, in case they want to follow along or reach out during an activity.
\n Weather forecasts: Access current weather conditions and multiday forecasts to stay prepared for what’s ahead. <\/p>\n
2\u00a0Activity tracking accuracy<\/a>.
3\u00a0The ECG app is only available on select Garmin smartwatches with the latest version of the Garmin Connect smartphone app and watch software. The ECG app is not available in all regions; see Garmin.com\/ECG<\/a>\u00a0for availability. The ECG app is only intended for adults aged 22 years and over. The ECG app is capable of recording an ECG similar to a Lead I ECG and detecting the presence of atrial fibrillation or normal sinus rhythm.
4\u00a0Battery life estimate is for the 51mm f\u0113nix 8 Pro \u2013 AMOLED<\/p>\n
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations.\u00a0The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 28, 2024, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983), and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 28, 2025 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 001-41118).\u00a0Copies of such Form 10-K and Form 10-Q are available at\u00a0https:\/\/www.garmin.com\/en-US\/investors\/sec\/<\/a>.\u00a0No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed.\u00a0Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.<\/p>\n
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