Garmin has announced the Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro, updating its multisport smartwatch line. The new watches add built-in microphones and speakers, brighter AMOLED displays, and optional inReach satellite connectivity for off-grid messaging.

Garmin Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro Specifications

Both models are available in 43mm, 47mm, and 51mm case sizes. The standard Fenix 9 features a 1.4-inch AMOLED display, which Garmin says is twice as bright as the previous Fenix 8. The Fenix 9 Pro uses a larger 1.5-inch AMOLED screen that reaches 3,000 nits of peak brightness. If you care more about battery life than a colorful screen, there is also a Pro Solar version that swaps the AMOLED display for a solar-charging lens.

The watches feature titanium bezels, sapphire lenses, and leakproof metal buttons, providing a 40-meter dive rating. They also come equipped with built-in speakers and microphones. When connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth, you can take calls directly on the watch, record voice notes, and use your phone’s voice assistant to send text messages. The watches also support a dedicated WhatsApp integration for reading and replying to messages from the wrist.

On the software side, Garmin introduced a feature called Garmin Epic, which groups multiple days of activities, photos, and health data into a single timeline. The watches carry over Garmin’s standard suite of training metrics, including Training Readiness, Endurance Score, and Hill Score, alongside an ECG app for AFib detection.

For storage, the watches come with 64GB of built-in capacity, enough to hold up to 7,000 songs for offline listening. The storage also accommodates multicontinent TopoActive maps, while navigation features such as NextFork map guides and dynamic round-trip routing provide additional guidance.

The Fenix 9 Pro models offer an option for built-in inReach connectivity. This provides satellite coverage for two-way messaging, LiveTrack, and interactive SOS without needing a cellular connection or a separate handheld device.

Battery life remains standard for the series: the Fenix 9 gets up to 29 days in smartwatch mode, and the Fenix 9 Pro gets up to 31 days. The Pro Solar model can reach up to 57 days. All models include an integrated LED flashlight with white, red, and green light options.

Pricing and Availability

The Fenix 9 starts at $999.99, and the Fenix 9 Pro starts at $1,099.99. The lineup will be available to order on August 28th.

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