Garmin fenix 8 Series
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For serious athletes and adventurers who want to push beyond their limits, this premium sports GPS smartwatch is built to
perform - with advanced strength training features, dive capability, an internal speaker and mic for voice features,
a built-in LED flashlight and more.
51 mm AMOLED
1.4" AMOLED display, either with sapphire lens and titanium bezel or Corning Gorilla Glass and stainless steel bezel
51 mm SOLAR
1.4" MIP display, with sapphire lens and titanium bezel
47 mm AMOLED
1.4" AMOLED display, either with sapphire lens and titanium bezel or Corning Gorilla Glass and stainless steel bezel
47 mm SOLAR
1.4" MIP display, with sapphire lens and titanium bezel
43 mm AMOLED
1.3" AMOLED display, either with sapphire lens and titanium bezel or Corning Gorilla Glass and stainless steel bezel
fenix E
1.3" AMOLED display, 47 mm case, Corning Gorilla Glass and stainless steel bezel
Questions
What new features have been added to the Garmin Fenix 8?
In summary the Garmin fenix 8 is a consolidation of the Fenix 7 PRO and Epix PRO (Gen 2). There are editions with AMOLED displays and MIP (SOLAR) displays. The new features are:
- NEW - Added internal speaker and microphone for taking calls, offline voice assistance and control, the ability to record geotagged voice notes.
- NEW - Added 40 metre dive rating (EN13319 certified) with depth guage and support for scuba and dive activities.
- NEW - Increased the display size of 43 mm watches from 1.2" to 1.3 and 47 mm watches from 1.3" to 1.4.
- NEW - For the solar editions, an improved solar panel that increases battery life of the watch and gives better screen clarity.
- NEW - Leakproof inductive metal buttons to ensure water does not get in the case (an issue we have encountered with the fenix 7/epix).
- NEW - New sensor guard to protect microphone and barometer.
- NEW - Enhanced map navigation and features including dynamic round-trip routing.
- NEW - Targeted strength training plans and sport-specific strength workouts.
- NEW - Revised more intuitive watch user interface to make it easier to understand and get around.
- NEW - Additional watch faces and revised watch face editor.
Does the Garmin Fenix 8 have ECG?
Yes, this has now been made available for watch owners in Ireland. Before being able to use the ECG feature you need to set it up in the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone which then makes it available on your Fenix 8.
Does the Garmin Fenix 8 have Sapphire glass?
"Yes, several versions of the Fenix 8 have a toughened sapphire glass lens in addition to a titanium bezel to ensure the watch can withstand knocks and bumps. As the Fenix 8 is a premium product and an investment, we recommend that you always opt for a version that offers a sapphire lens as the non-sapphire versions are much more prone to scratches.
Can you text on the Garmin Feix 8?
Yes, a Messenger feature on the Fenix 8 lets you view, create and reply to messages provided that your watch is connected, via Bluetooth, to the Garmin Messenger app on your smartphone.
Does the Garmin Feix 8 have a speaker?
Yes, there is a built in speaker and microphone on the watch, so you can take calls from your wrist (provided that you phone is near by) if you want.
Can you recommend a good indepth review of the fenix 8?
Absolutely, as always, Ray, DC Rainmaker has compiled a thorough and detailed review of the Garmin fenix 8 which is a very good read and can be found here, Garmin Fenix 8 In-Depth Review: Worth the Upgrade?
Do Shokz headphones work with the fenix 8?
Yes and for safety reasons we recommend open-ear bone conduction headphones. These are available to purchase from here, Shokz headphones.
About mySatNav
mySatNav is an Irish company, based in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin, Ireland. We are an authorised Garmin dealer and online store since 2005. All our products come with free delivery and 2 year warranty. We are your local experts on the Garmin brand and can provide full pre-sales advice and after-sales support. We offer the most competitive and cheapest prices in Ireland across the entire Garmin range including the Garmin fenix 8 series.
