Smartwatches and wearable tech are constantly evolving, with new features dropping every season. But the Garmin Venu® X1 feels slightly different from Garmin’s usual line-up. If you’re constantly checking notifications, banking on the go, taking calls and your phone is basically just sitting in your handbag, it might be time for an upgrade. This new device introduces Garmin’s thinnest watch case yet, along with the biggest display across the range, so you can manage your day-to-day directly from your wrist.
The Venu® X1, Unpacked
Garmin has announced the Venu® X1, setting a new standard in the smartwatch space with an ultrathin design, a 2-inch display and impressive battery life. The watch combines a titanium caseback with a scratch-resistant sapphire lens and an easy-to-read AMOLED display, all within an 8mm case. It also includes a built-in speaker and microphone, allowing users to make and take calls from the wrist when paired with a compatible smartphone, along with a bright LED flashlight for added visibility in darker environments. With up to eight days of battery life in smartwatch mode, it’s designed to do more while charging less.
“Venu X1 is the perfect blend of form, function and style. Not only does it pack all of Garmin’s most popular features into a slim profile, but the large display makes it easy to see everything from preloaded maps and workout stats to health insights and smart notifications with stunning clarity,” says Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing.
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The Techy Bits Of The New Venu® X1
- Vibrant 2-inch display makes it easier to read data at a glance and view maps in vivid detail.
- Lightweight titanium caseback and scratch-resistant sapphire lens are made for all-day wear.
- 8mm watch case features a rectangular design with rounded corners.
- Built-in watch faces are customisable so users can see the data they rely on the most – from current step count and real-time heart rate to altitude and training readiness.
- More font sizes help make notifications easier to read.
- Included 24mm quick-release ComfortFit nylon band provides a comfortable, secure fit 24/7.
Built-In Features You’ll Actually Use
Made to be worn all day, every day, Venu X1 includes an LED flashlight that provides greater visibility in dark environments. The built-in speaker and microphone let users make and take calls from the watch when it’s paired with a compatible smartphone and use the phone’s voice assistant to respond to text messages. Certain voice commands like “start a running activity” and “set a timer for 5 minutes” can also be activated right from the watch – no phone connection required.
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To explore the full range of health, fitness, outdoor and connected features, visit Garmin.com.
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