Garmin Quatix 8 Smartwatch Launched: 29 Days Battery Life

Key Takeaways

1. The Garmin Quatix 8 is a new smartwatch designed for marine enthusiasts, enhancing the Fenix 8 model with features like BlueChart map compatibility.

2. It features a 1.4-inch AMOLED screen, is built on the Elevate Gen 5 platform, and offers up to 16 days of battery life (29 days for the 51 mm model).

3. The smartwatch includes voice command capabilities for Chartplotters and has a built-in microphone and speaker for calls via Bluetooth.

4. The Quatix 8 is water-resistant up to 100 meters and suitable for diving at depths of 40 meters.

5. The 47 mm version is priced at $1,199.99, while the 51 mm version costs an additional $100.

Garmin has just launched the Quatix 8, which is designed to enhance its current line of Fenix 8 smartwatches (currently priced at $1,099.99 on Amazon). To give you some background, the company has been keeping this new smartwatch aimed at mariners under wraps for a few days. In essence, the Quatix 8 expands on the Fenix 8 by adding features specifically for marine enthusiasts, such as BlueChart map compatibility.

Features and Durability

The Quatix 8 is built on Garmin’s Elevate Gen 5 platform, and it includes a handy LED flashlight along with a 1.4-inch AMOLED screen, available in both 47 mm and 51 mm sizes. Furthermore, Garmin asserts that this new smartwatch can last up to 16 days on a single charge, or even 29 days if you choose the larger 51 mm model.

Connectivity and Water Resistance

In addition, the Quatix 8 has the ability to understand Chartplotter voice commands, thanks to its integrated microphone. It also features a speaker, allowing users to make and receive calls when connected to a smartphone via Bluetooth. As expected, the Quatix 8 offers impressive water resistance, rated for depths of up to 100 metres and suitable for diving at 40 metres.

The Quatix 8 is open for orders starting today, with the 47 mm version priced at $1,199.99. Alternatively, Garmin provides a 51 mm version for an additional $100. For more information, check out Garmin’s website.

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