Garmin Fenix 7 It probably won't arrive until August 2020, so unsurprisingly we haven't heard much about it yet, but it's almost certainly coming and we certainly have ideas of what to expect from it.
Below you'll find information on the likely release date and price, as well as speculation on what features and improvements will be offered, and below you'll find a list of things we really want to see. And be sure to check back regularly as we'll be updating this article with all the news, leaks and rumors leading up to the launch of the Garmin Fenix 7 line.
Come to the point
- What is it? The successor to the Garmin Fenix 6
- When will it come out? Maybe around August
- How much will it cost? It is sure to have a premium price
Garmin Fenix 7 release date and price
The first thing to keep in mind is that
the Garmin Fenix 7 may not be the next model in the lineup to launch, since we can first get a Garmin Fenix 6 Plus. One or the other of them will probably launch in late 2020, probably around August, since the launch of the Garmin Fenix 6 in August 2019.
(Image credit: LaComparacion) If it's the Fenix 6 Plus launching this year, we may not see the Fenix 7 until late 2021, but this article really focuses on the next model, just call to Garmin Fenix 7 to make it easier.
The Garmin Fenix 6 was launched in August 2019
As for the price of the watch, at launch, the Garmin Fenix 6 started at €529.99 / €599.99 / €949AU. This is for the standard Fenix 6, but there are a number of other models in the range, such as the Fenix 6S, the Fenix 6X Pro and the Fenix 6X Pro Solar, for a price of €999 / €1,149.99 / €1,549AU. Although still
no rumors about prices for the Garmin Fenix 7 line, it is likely to cost a similar amount. That said, Garmin adjusts prices for new models and has been known to go up or down, so the Fenix 7 could be a little more or a little less. However, since we expect this to be a 'stable' release, we expect parity - older models tend to be the cheapest options for those who don't want newer models.
Garmin Fenix 7 Leaks and News
There are no rumors about Garmin Fenix 7 yet, but we can guess some features and possible modifications. For example, the solar charging technology used in
the high-end models of the Garmin Fenix 6 is available across the entire range. Garmin is also likely to do its best to reduce the size and weight of the watch, without compromising its outdoor references. General specifications and screen improvements are also likely, and we will probably see new features. Exactly what is still unclear, but we have listed below some ideas of what we would like to see.
What we want to see on the Garmin Fenix 7
As great as the Garmin Fenix 6 is, there is certainly room for improvement, so here's what we expect from the Garmin Fenix 7.
1. A new look
No one would accuse the Garmin Fenix 6 of being stylish. It usually doesn't matter, after all, it's an outdoor watch and it's suitably robust, but it's also expensive and having an expensive watch that isn't smart or stylish enough for all situations isn't ideal. Additionally, this bulky build also has an impact on its fitness benchmarks, because in our review, we found it to be too thick to be worn comfortably for yoga, for example. As such, we would like to see the Fenix 7 slimmed down and ideally also restored. We're not sure how viable it would be, as we don't want it to compromise its core functionality and durability, but we'd like Garmin to give it a try.
2. Make it more affordable
It is impossible to escape the fact that
the Garmin Fenix 6 range is very expensive, even more expensive than the Apple Watch 5. It's now a high-end range, so it will always be expensive, but if Garmin could reduce the price a little, it should make the Fenix 7 much more attractive for a range wider range of people.
3. Add a touch screen
For a high-end laptop,
the Garmin Fenix 6 clearly lacks smart features, including a touch screen. Now there's a good reason to get pimples: jogging or swimming on a screen isn't always the ideal method of interaction, especially on a sports-oriented laptop, and you'd accidentally cancel mid-term activity tracking with a lost brush. holding hands would be a disaster. So we don't want the buttons to go anywhere (although that would probably help reduce the size of the watch), but we would like to add an optional touch screen when using it as a regular smartwatch. As long as we can block it whenever we want.
4. Solar charging throughout the range
Garmin has added solar charging to its lineup with the Garmin Fenix 6X Pro Solar, but most Fenix 6 models don't include it, so we'd like to make this a standard feature for the Fenix 7 line. . That said, if that's the case, we'd like to see it improved as well, because in our review, we didn't find it dramatically improved battery life. With its recently launched Quatix 6X Solar, Garmin has shown that solar power can make a real difference, allowing the watch to last up to 24 days between charges, so we're cautiously optimistic.
5. Add an ECG
Although the Garmin Fenix line is more focused on fitness than general health, there is no reason it can't do both, and adding an ECG (EKG) would help this. We've seen these on the Apple Watch before, and it's a potentially vital feature that can detect irregular heart activity.
6. A noise monitor
Another feature already on Apple Watch is a noise level monitor, which will alert you when the decibel level around you reaches a level that could damage your hearing. It's a small but potentially useful feature that would be a nice addition to the Fenix range. However, this is far from a deal breaker; We understand that the Fenix range is primarily multisport watches designed for athletes, so we don't anticipate them corresponding to the features of a versatile smartwatch with constant girth.
7. Clear screen
The Garmin Fenix 6 has a 260 x 260 screen, which isn't all that great but pale compared to some smartwatches, so we'd like to see a sharper display on the Garmin Fenix 7. That said, the increase in pixels could also mean an impact on battery life, what would be even better is the ability to choose the display output resolution, just like some Samsung Galaxy smartphones. do it.
8. Add replenishment tips
The recently released Polar Grit This keeps you hydrated and prevents you from hitting the wall by inviting you to drink water and carbohydrates on board at regular intervals, depending on your physiology and planned activity. Many times you don't realize you're dehydrated or running low on glycogen until it's too late, so it could save you a lot of pain on long runs and hikes.