Garmin has just launched new refreshed versions of its existing smartwatch lineup. The new variants arrive with one major feature, which is solar technology, to its premium smartwatches.
The new Garmin refreshes are for 4 existing models. These iconic smartwatches include the Instinct, Fenix 6, Fenix 6s, and Tactix Delta. Notably, Garmin has launched solar powered smartwatches in the past, but the refresh does breathe a new life into the previously launched wearables that were quite popular. The new launch promises increased battery life and a few new features like support for surfing, mountain biking, and climbing activities.
Under the hood, the new refreshes do not arrive with any major changes in their specs except for the inclusion of solar technology. The Fenix 6s now offers an extra day and a half of battery life, if it is supplied with ample sunlight, while the 6 Pro Solar has received up to two extra days of battery life thanks to the newly added technology.
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Garmin Instinct, on the other hand, arrives in three new solar models, Instinct Solar, Instinct Solar Surf Edition, and Instinct Soar Tactical Edition. The entire lineup offers up to 50 days of battery life in smartwatch mode if provided with ample amounts of sunlight exposure. Although, they should last for far longer if used in the Battery Saver mode.
Lastly, Tactix Delta, the military grade smartwatch, can use solar charging to extend endurance and Power Manager mode to offer up to 21 days of indoor and 24 days with sufficient sunlight exposure. For the pricing, the new refreshes are expensive and start from $400 for the Instinct Solar and going up to $850 for Fenix 6 Series Solar Editions and $1,100 for the Tactix Delta Solar Edition.
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