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The day has finally arrived, the Garmin Fenix 8 is live and available to buy on the Garmin website.
Model & Prices
The below list doesnt cover every model but it gives you an idea of the pricing.
- fēnix 8 – 43 mm, AMOLED
- Sapphire, Carbon grey DLC titanium with Black/pebble grey silicone band
- £949.99
- fēnix 8 – 43 mm, AMOLED
- Sapphire, Soft Gold with Limestone Leather Band
- £1,039.99
- fēnix 8 – 43 mm, AMOLED
- Silver with Whitestone silicone band
- £869.99
- fēnix® 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED
- Sapphire, Carbon grey DLC titanium with Black/pebble grey silicone band
- £949.99
- fēnix 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED
- Slate grey with Black silicone band
- £869.99
- fēnix 8 – 47 mm, AMOLED
- Sapphire, Titanium with Vented titanium bracelet
- £1,119.99
- fēnix 8 – 51 mm, AMOLED
- Sapphire, Carbon grey DLC with Chestnut leather band
- £1,119.99
- fēnix 8 – 47 mm, Solar, Sapphire
- Sapphire, Titanium with Amp yellow/graphite silicone band
- £949.99
- fēnix E 47mm
- Stainless steel with Black silicone band
- £689.99
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Garmin Fenix 8 Features
Many of the below features are also on the older models but I included all the features listed on the Garmin website.
Bold Design and Durable Build
The Fenix 8 is built to endure the harshest conditions, boasting a rugged and dive-rated design. The metal sensor guard, leakproof buttons, and a brilliant 1.4” AMOLED display with options for scratch-resistant lenses and titanium bezels make it perfect for rugged use. Tested to U.S. military standards, it is engineered for thermal, shock, and water resistance, ensuring that this watch is just as tough as its users.
Bright AMOLED Display
One of the key features of the Fenix 8 is its bright, crisp AMOLED display, which not only improves visibility but also enhances the aesthetic appeal of the watch. The screen remains easily readable even in direct sunlight, making it perfect for outdoor adventures.
Battery Life for Days
Battery life is a critical factor for many users, and the Fenix 8 does not disappoint. In smartwatch mode, it offers up to 29 days of battery life, with 13 days of always-on display. This long battery life ensures that you can go for days without needing to charge, even with heavy use.
Voice Control and Communication
The Fenix 8 comes with a built-in speaker and microphone, allowing you to make and take phone calls directly from your wrist when paired with a smartphone. Additionally, the watch supports offline voice commands, enabling users to control watch functions without connectivity. The integration with voice assistants also makes responding to text messages and notifications easier than ever.
Lighting Your Path
A built-in LED flashlight is another standout feature of the Fenix 8. With adjustable light intensities and a red safety light, it provides enhanced visibility during nighttime activities. The strobe mode even syncs with your running cadence, offering a unique, functional light source during runs.
Advanced Strength Training and Sport-Specific Workouts
Garmin has focused heavily on performance training with the Fenix 8. The watch offers sport-specific strength workouts designed to push athletes further, with detailed metrics to help fine-tune training regimens. It provides a wide range of options for monitoring performance, including endurance scores, visual race predictors, and daily suggested workouts that adapt after each session.
Multisport Support and Auto Transitions
Multisport athletes will love the auto-transition feature, which automatically detects and records sport changes between activities like swimming, biking, and running. This allows users to focus on their race while the watch tracks splits seamlessly.
Enhanced Navigation Features
The Fenix 8 comes loaded with enhanced map navigation capabilities. From round-trip routing to viewing terrain contours on TopoActive maps, the navigation options are comprehensive. Preloaded maps for golf courses, ski resorts, and even support for satellite imagery through Outdoor Maps+ subscriptions add a versatile array of outdoor navigation options.
The NextFork™ map guide provides real-time data on your route, while the Up Ahead feature helps you identify critical checkpoints like aid stations during races. These features make the Fenix 8 a valuable tool for explorers and athletes who venture into unfamiliar territories.
Health and Wellness Monitoring
The Fenix 8 is packed with 24/7 health monitoring tools, helping you keep tabs on your body’s vital signs. It includes wrist-based heart rate tracking, Pulse Ox blood oxygen saturation monitoring, and respiration tracking. There’s also support for tracking stress levels, hydration, sleep quality, and even jet lag with the Jet Lag Adviser.
The Morning Report feature provides a daily summary of your sleep quality, HRV status, and more to help you plan your day effectively. These health insights can play a crucial role in optimizing training and recovery.
Smart Features and Connectivity
Garmin hasn’t overlooked smart features with the Fenix 8. Users can receive smart notifications, stream music directly from Spotify, Deezer, or Amazon Music, and make payments using Garmin Pay™. The Garmin Messenger™ app also allows for two-way text messaging on your wrist.
Sports and Outdoor Functions
With preloaded profiles for almost every activity, the Fenix 8 tracks data for running, cycling, swimming, skiing, golfing, and even surfing. The watch also supports recreational diving with a 40-meter dive rating and tracking for scuba and apnea dives. Special features for mountain biking (MTB Dynamics), cross-country skiing, and even surf activities ensure that the Fenix 8 has something for every type of athlete.
Safety and Tracking Features
Garmin has incorporated important safety features into the Fenix 8, such as incident detection and assistance. If your watch senses an issue or you manually trigger it, your live location will be sent to emergency contacts, ensuring help is on the way if needed.
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