Comments on: Garmin Fenix 7 & Epix 2: tech specs, design, features we are likely to see

By: Michael

Michael — Wed, 05 Jan 2022 06:29:30 +0000

In reply to Matt C.

The just released Venu 2 Plus sports improved phone and voice assistant connectivity. It has a built in mic and speaker to even make phone calls. Usually Garmin packs everything in the Fenix so maybe we can expect that feature in the Fenix 7, too. Or in the Epix 2. It even works with iPhone.

Actually I am not interested in smart functions hence I switched all notifications off. But on some occasions it could be interesting. For example when you receive a call during a snow shoe or bike tour and your phone is in the pocket of your jacket.

Just want to let you know that AMOLED on the Venu is trash. It developed many ugly burn in effects after 2 years. It is just not as bright as it was. And in bright sun it is difficult to read. So with the Fenix I will switch back to MIP which will last for many many years without any damages.

By: Carlo

Carlo — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 21:59:30 +0000

I have a Fenix 6x Sapphire. My thoughts on a Fenix 7 ….
Firstly what I don’t want:
– touch screen
Secondly, what I do want:
– LTE capability
Also, maintain a hard sapphire glass model. I believe the solar models have a softer i.e. more scratch prone glass.
I use the Fenix for outdoor activities which require a tough watch. Let’s keep it that way! Please don’t turn it into an Apple Watch (I have one mainly for its LTE capability and integration with my iPhone).

By: Gregg

Gregg — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 00:15:34 +0000

In reply to Iwan. Totally agree!

By: Gregg Williams

Gregg Williams — Sat, 25 Dec 2021 00:13:06 +0000

Integrated camera

By: Rob Per

Rob Per — Mon, 20 Dec 2021 02:40:11 +0000

I need just ABS+GPS +MAPS
NOTHING MORE !

By: Trummer Jean-Pierre

Trummer Jean-Pierre — Sun, 19 Dec 2021 19:21:58 +0000

B’en moi je reste à ma Garmin Epix, le modèle Epix 2, me déçois avant sa sortie, rond comme une Fénix.
Je préfère de loin la forme retangulaire, et de plus elle à les fonctions qui m’intéresse. De plus c’est nettement mieux la fonction cardio est autres avec la ceinture HRM-Pro, qui fonctionne parfaitement sur ma Epix de 2015…du coup j’en ai 3.

By: Michael B

Michael B — Tue, 30 Nov 2021 13:53:27 +0000

In reply to Michael. The Venu 2 lacks too many features and Garmin's TruUp kind of stinks for multiple device owners.

By: igre

igre — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 19:55:11 +0000

Garmin 7 (02/2022)

By: Pete

Pete — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 21:59:51 +0000

I’d like to see a bread baking feature. If it could turn out a nice loaf of rye, I’d be all in.

By: Pete

Pete — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 21:56:34 +0000

In reply to Dean. Batteries are available. I just replaced mine and my 5X is like new. No need for the 7 and another $800 shelled out