Garmin Fenix ​​8 series with up to 48-day battery life launched in India: price, specifications

The Garmin Fenix ​​8 series of smartwatches was launched in India on Wednesday. The line includes watches with AMOLED and solar charging screens. They are available in sizes up to 51mm and are said to offer up to 48 days of battery life. The smartwatches have a military-grade construction with heat, shock and water resistance. They offer GPS connectivity and are equipped with sports-specific training modes and health-tracking features. The Garmin Fenix ​​8 smartwatches are aimed at athletes and adventure enthusiasts.

Garmin Fenix ​​8 Series Price in India

Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 series price in India starts from Rs. 86,900 and can be purchased through the Garmin India website and select offline retail stores. The smartwatches come with a two-year warranty.

Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 Series Specifications, features

The Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 series includes the Fenix ​​​​8 Solar and Fenix ​​​​8 AMOLED smart watches. The solar charge model is offered in 47mm and 51mm sizes, while the AMOLED variant has three options: 43mm, 47mm and 51mm. They have 1.4-inch circular screens with a resolution of up to 454 x 454 pixels.

The Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 AMOLED is offered in stainless steel or titanium bezel options with Corning Gorilla Glass or sapphire crystal screen protection. The Fenix ​​​​8 Solar, on the other hand, has a titanium bezel and a sapphire panel that helps convert sunlight into battery power. Both models feature fiber-reinforced polymer cases with metal back covers and silicone straps. They have a military grade rating for thermal, shock and water resistance. The company says the watches are equipped with leak-proof metal buttons and sensor guards to protect essential sensors.

The Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 series includes built-in speakers and microphones that allow users to make phone calls directly when paired with a smartphone. All variants are compatible with iOS and Android phones. Even without a connected phone and an active Internet connection, they can be used for certain voice commands. The watches are also equipped with a flashlight, which supports variable brightness intensities along with a red light and a strobe mode.

Connectivity options for the Garmin Fenix ​​8 series include GPS, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and ANT+. Users can use the Topo Active feature to access various preloaded maps of golf courses and ski resorts around the world. They can use certain browsing tools without an internet connection with the smartwatches.

Garmin Fenix ​​​​8 series smartwatches are equipped with sports-specific features, including compatibility with 40-meter diving. They come with GPS-based PacePro for pace guidance and ClimbPro for climbing-related metrics, among other dedicated trackers. Users can get free Garmin Coach plans with these watches for personalized training and exercise plans. The watches have a BodyBattery feature that helps users determine their health and wellness levels. They also support health tracking sensors such as heart rate and pulse monitors.

The Garmin Fenix ​​8 Solar 51mm is said to offer up to 48 days of battery life, depending on usage. Meanwhile, the Garmin Fenix ​​8 AMOLED 51mm is said to offer a usage time of up to 29 days. Including the straps, the titanium version of the AMOLED variant weighs 92g, while the stainless steel option weighs 102g and the Solar variant weighs 95g.