Garmin launches Fenix 8 Pro with satellite and cellular connectivity
Garmin has unveiled the Fenix 8 Pro with satellite and cellular connectivity, advanced health tracking, and a record-bright display. The smartwatch launches on September 8, a day before Apple’s event, with prices starting at $1,200.
Garmin gets ahead of Apple Garmin has unveiled the Fenix 8 Pro, its first smartwatch with built-in satellite and cellular support, just days before Apple is set to reveal the Apple Watch Ultra 3.
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InReach satellite technology The watch integrates Garmin’s inReach system, allowing users to send text messages and location check-ins via satellite using the Garmin Messenger app. With LTE, users can also make calls, send 30-second voice clips, share live locations, and receive weather updates. An SOS function links directly to Garmin’s Response centre, which has coordinated over 17,000 rescues worldwide.
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Hardware and health features The Fenix 8 Pro introduces a microLED display hitting 4,500 nits, making it the brightest smartwatch yet. Built tough with dive-rated construction and leakproof buttons, it also includes a built-in flashlight. Fitness features cover endurance scores, training suggestions, sleep tracking, ECG, and full health monitoring.
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Pricing and availability Available in 47mm and 51mm sizes, the AMOLED model starts at $1,200 with 27-day battery life, while the 51mm microLED version costs $2,000 with 10-day endurance. Sales begin September 8, one day before Apple’s big launch. Garmin’s satellite services require a subscription starting at $7.99/month, unlike Apple, which currently offers its satellite SOS free.
