Currently, according to the latest figures, Garmin has 4% of the global smartwatch market. While the Apple Watch leads the market, Garmin is a reference in sports watches. To boost this segment, the company has launched the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches.
Garmin raises the bar for sports smartwatches
The new (not-so-mysterious) members of Garmin's Forerunner family are now officially here. When information about them was "leaked", the surprising effect at launch was lost, but an undeniably attractive offer became known.
As their names suggest, the Forerunner 265 and Forerunner 965 smartwatches are designed to track your runs Users first (as well as almost any other type of outdoor or indoor physical activity).
What distinguishes these Bad boys Of all the other models released in the past, including the 255 and 955, it's a "vibrant" AMOLED screen. Yes No 265 has one of thoseMeasuring 1.3 inches in diameter and boasting a resolution of 416 x 416 pixels, of course, the top of the line 965 comes with a slightly larger and higher-end, 1.4-inch, 454 x 454 AMOLED touchscreen.
Forerunner 265 is up for grabs now
At 449.99 euros, in either a 42 or 46 mm case, it is already available on the brand's website and could be on your wrist in a few days. It was the smallest model Technically named Forerunner 265SBelieve it or not, she promises to outlast her big brother between loads. Up to 15 days in "smart watch mode" and 24 hours in "GPS mode".
Of course Garmin Forerunner 265 without designating S. It's also not far behind when it comes to battery life. This one claims a maximum power rating for itself 13 days 20 hours in "smartwatch" and "GPS" modes Respectively, with all these figures it outperforms other articles Tools With premium AMOLED they are currently able to.
Again, Garmin likely won't go after the same "mainstream" crowd as the Apple Watch Series 8 or Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 here, however, aiming for the best balance of fitness and lifestyle features possible.
The Forerunner 265 can do many of the same things that the best smartwatches can do. This model has an always-on function. For users who want to constantly hug the wall while keeping an eye on it, it brings everything from heart rate variability, to sleep quality, running dynamics, training effect, VO2 Max, blood oxygen saturation, stress levels, energy levels, and cycle menstruation
Forerunner 965 is coming
Yes, you can order now Top of the range model. You will have to pay 649.99 euros. You have the choice of a 47mm case and three color options, but you'll have to wait between 5 and 8 weeks for the company to ship your preferred model.
Is this longer wait and the extra expense worth it on the 265?
If you're the "athlete who strives to be the best" type at everything, Garmin seems to have this user in mind. By the way, the company is right. This is another great feature of a "wearable" or wearableas it is currently used.
Not only is it slightly larger and heavier than the Forerunner 265, but it also has a stronger and more durable body that combines a "lightweight" titanium alloy with a Corning Gorilla Glass DX dial and a silicone strap instead of a case. Made of "fiber" -reinforced polymer and Gorilla Glass 3 glass.
We might not be looking at a fully rugged smartwatch capable of taking on the Apple Watch Ultra in battle against the elements, but outdoor enthusiasts should take comfort in knowing that the Forerunner 965 can probably handle a jungle run or two, as well as even the toughest swimming sessions. in open water.
Power and autonomy are not missing, without forgetting that they have a great design.
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