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Garmin Smartwatch comparision table 2024
Hey guys, here is the smartwatch comparison table. With some interesting finds. My pick currently would be the Fenix 7X – you can find Amazon US and European pricing here.
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Garmin Fenix 7: 6 Reasons to Buy Over the EPIX Gen 2
Overall the Epix is for the most part a Fenix 7 with an AMOLED screen. The Fenix 7 stands out with its amazing battery life and the usual options of
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Garmin Fenix 7 & Epix How to Download Maps
The Garmin Fenix 7 and Epix both support Maps and you can download them either via the Map Manager on the device or via Garmin Express. The Sapphire editions have
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Garmin Instinct 2 Review
The Garmin Instinct 2 is the new upgraded version of the first generation Instinct and it now promises unlimited battery life with solar charging. If you prefer watching you can
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Garmin Epix: 3 Reasons to Buy Over the Fenix 7
Price Fenix 7 is priced at 699 up to 999 USD. Epix is priced at 899 up to 999 USD. To be clear, the price is not in favor of
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Garmin Epix Gen 2 Review
The device comes only in three SKU’s currently and the price is 899 USD for the Slate Steel SKU and 999 USD for the Sapphire Titanium SKU’s. Check the current
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Garmin Fenix 7 Review
The Garmin Fenix 7 is the new and upgraded version in Garmin’s Fenix lineup of rugged multisport smartwatches. The upgrade brings with it an even longer battery life, a touchscreen
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Smartwatches with offline Spotify or Deezer
If you are a Spotify user and want a phone-free experience look at Garmin and Samsung smartwatches for offline Spotify. With Deezer go with Garmin or Fitbit
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Garmin Venu 2 vs Venu 2 Plus
The Garmin Venu 2 Plus is the new and upgraded version of the Venu 2 with the main hardware difference being the addition of a microphone and speaker. The Venu
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Best Garmin Watch for Spotify in 2022
If you want to listen to Spotify Music offline without your phone then the Garmin smartwatches with Spotify support are a great option. It might be difficult to choose which
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Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music Review and Extended Test
Honest review and extended test results of the Garmin Vivoactive 3 Music Smartwatch. I wear this watch on a daily basis so I know what I'm talking about.
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Wearing a Smartwatch in a Sauna
Are there smartwatches that one can wear in a sauna or steam room? The short answer is definitely Yes there are smartwatch models that can bear the steamy sauna. It depends on…
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Top things to buy on AliExpress and still get top Quality
Is it safe to buy on AliExpress and if so how to get good quality? Find the answers and some of the best things I have tested to buy on AliExpress.
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Polar Nightly Recharge review
The Polar Nighly Recharge is Polar’s version of sleep tracking which shows you how well you slept and recovered during the night. It consists of two parts: Sleep Charge shows
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What are the Benefits of a Smartwatch?
Smartwatches can do many things that your smartphone can't. Benefits include tracking your heart rate, sleep, activity and overall fitness level.
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Seiko Smartwatches?
Seiko has under the Seiko Epson brand made some smartwatches. Seiko watches are smart in their own way with solar and kinetic features.
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Are Smartwatches Worth Buying – You might be surprised by #11
The five must-have features that make smartwatches worth buying are currently 1. wrist-based heart rate measurement, 2. sleep tracking, 3. sports tracking, 4. GPS for distance…
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Best Deals at Amazon
How to get the best deals at Amazon? My favorite ways of finding bargains at Amazon are the warehouse deals that are 20% off twice a year: Prime day 15th
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Best travel camera on a budget
Are you looking for a great budget travel camera that you can also use for vlogging? Something not too heavy and big but still with great low light performance. It
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Best Smartphone Guide
In this buyers guide you will find our top Android smartphone choice for a consumer looking for good hardware at a good price. This guide is not about the best phones
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Smartwatches that can measure Blood Pressure
Can any Smartwatch measure Blood Pressure? Yes, the Omron HeartGuide BP8000-M Smartwatch has a built-in oscillometric blood pressure measurement and it is also FDA cleared.…
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Stuff you can get for Free
If you are like me you like free stuff. At least if it’s really something useful and you would be willing to pay for it but now you get it
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Best Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers Guide – Top picks for every Budget
In this buyers guide you will find our top picks in a every price range. Comparision Table The below table gives a quick overview of the smartwatch and fitness tracker selection.
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Xiaomi Mi Band – Cheapest Fitness Tracker which is Worth It
The Xiaomi Mi Band 3 is a waterproof fitness tracker with wrist-based heart rate monitoring, sleep tracking, sports tracking, and smart notifications.
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Are Smartwatches Safe to Wear – Health and Privacy concerns
Health and privacy issues of smartwatches around the signals the devices are emitting like Bluetooth, WiFi, 4G. Radiation and privacy issues discussed.
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Self-charging Smartwatches Powered by You
Self-charging Smartwatches are beomming a reality as manufacturers are creating Solar, Kinetic and Thermal powered smartwatches.
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Can a Smartwatch detect a Heart Attack or Cardiac Arrest
Smartwatches can't really detect Heart Attacks or Cardiac Arrest but some studies do suggest that life-saving Heart monitoring can be done via AI.
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What are Hybrid Smartwatches?
Hybrid smartwatches look like regular analog watches but are in fact smartwatches. The idea is to aim smartwatches to people who like wearing watches instead of tech or sports…
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Can You Change Your Smartwatch Strap?
Most smartwatches absolutely allow you to change the strap or band on the smartwatch. This is a neat feature since you can customize the look of your smartwatch for the
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Can Smartwatches Play Music
Smartwatches can play music to your Bluetooth Headphones. Find out which Smartwatch to choose for Streaming or Offline Music playing.
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Waterproof Smartwatches and Fitness Trackers For Swimming – Guide for getting Best Bang for your Buck
I looked at all the major brands and over 30 devices to show you in this buyers guide how to get your money's worth when selecting a device for swimming!
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Smartwatches for Kids and in School
Are Smartwatches Allowed in School While most parents allow children to browse the internet at home (at least to some services), it’s a common debate in schools if digital…
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What to do about a Smartphone without a Headphone Jack?
You could use an adapter but why not go for Bluetooth Headphones. Smartwatches with 3,5mm headphone jacks do exist, but I would rather choose Bluetooth.
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What types of Wearable Technology are there
Wearables is the term used for smart electronic devices that can be incorporated into clothing or worn on the body as accessories like smartwatches.
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