Garmin launches quatix today^® 8 – an ultimate marine smartwatch specifically designed for life on and off the water. With a new built-in speaker and microphone, it’s easier to take control at the helm¹ or to answer the phone² while keeping you focused on the water. Available in two sizes – 47mm and 51mm – both models feature a 1.4-inch AMOLED display, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and a durable titanium case. New waterproof buttons and a sensor cover protect the watch from the harsh marine environment. And with an incredible battery life of up to 16 days on the 47mm watch and 29 days on the 51mm watch, it’s easy to extend your adventure.

“From the open water to the office and everything in between, quatix 8 is packed with premium features for those who live to be on the water – all day, every day. Reliable marine aids give boaters full control and situational awareness when fishing, sailing and all other water activities. Once at port, users can take advantage of the watch’s advanced health and fitness features to stay on top of their health and stay active with their interests.”

-Susan Lyman, VP Consumer Sales and Marketing

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Durable design

Built to withstand the most demanding conditions without compromising style or sophistication, quatix 8 is tested to U.S. military standards for heat and shock resistance and features a new ambient light sensor that ensures the display is easy to read even in bright sunlight. The built-in LED flashlight provides convenient lighting on board or at home, with multiple light modes and a red safety light to help preserve night vision.

For those who want to take their adventure below the surface, quatix 8 is water resistant to 40 meters and features new leak-proof metal buttons and a sensor cover that protects important sensors during scuba and free diving.

Your companion on the water

With a built-in speaker, microphone and a host of dedicated marine features, quatix 8 is the ultimate smartwatch that puts you in full control at your dashboard. Navigate confidently on the water, add waypoints for fishing spots and control other features on your Garmin-plotter with wrist-based voice commands via Bluetooth^®Paired with a compatible smartphone, you can also make and receive calls directly from the watch, as well as use your phone's voice assistant to respond to text messages with your voice.

With just a few button presses, your quatix 8 can act as a remote control for compatible trolling motors, Fusion^® entertainment system and more – while keeping you up to date on conditions like water depth, speed, course and wind. And with preloaded boating and sailing apps, it’s easier to stay aware on the water with tide and anchor alerts, tack assist, race start guide and regatta timer.

quatix 8 is available now and has a suggested retail price of SEK 12,649 for the 47 mm model and SEK 13,749 for the 51 mm model. Learn more about all the health, fitness, navigation and connectivity features available in quatix 8 at Garmin.se.

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