GARMIN has announced the latest quatix® 8 smartwatch.
Equiped with a new built-in speaker and microphone, it’s easier to control the helm or answer a phone call while staying focused on the water. Available in two sizes – 47mm and 51mm – both models feature a 1.4-inch AMOLED display, scratch-resistant sapphire lens and tough titanium bezel, while new leakproof buttons and a sensor guard protect the watch from the elements. And with incredible battery life of up to 16 days on the 47mm watch and 29 days on the 51mm, it’s easy to extend the adventure.
Built to withstand the toughest conditions without sacrificing style, quatix 8 has been tested to U.S. military standards for thermal and shock resistance and includes a new ambient light sensor, ensuring the screen is easy to read even in harsh sunlight. And the built-in LED flashlight provides convenient illumination on the boat or at home with multiple light modesand a red safety light to help preserve night vision.
For those looking to take their adventure below the surface, quatix 8 is dive-rated up to 40 metres and includes new leakproof metal buttons and a sensor guard to help protect essential sensors during scuba and apnea dive activities.
With a built-in speaker, microphone and a host of dedicated marine features, quatix 8 is the ultimate smartwatch to control a helm. Confidently navigate the water, add waypoints for fishing spots and control other Garmin chartplotter functions with wrist-based voice commands via Bluetooth®. When paired with a compatible smartphone, mariners can also make and take calls from the watch and use the phone’s voice assistant to verbally respond to text messages.
With just a few taps, quatix 8 acts as a remote for compatible Garmin trolling motors, Fusion entertainment systems and more – while also keeping users updated on conditions like water depth, speed, heading and wind. And with preloaded boating and sailing apps, it’s easier to stay aware and track time on the water with tide change and anchor drag alerts, tack assist, race start guidance and regatta timer.
Available now, quatix 8 has a recommended retail price of $2,199.00 AUD for the 47mm model and $2,399.00 AUD for the 51mm model. To learn more about the suite of health, fitness, navigation and connected features available on quatix 8, visit garmin.com.
