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Garmin just unveiled its new Fenix 9<\/a>, which means that the equally impressive 51mm Garmin Fenix 8 Pro<\/a> is now 19% off at $1,049.99 (originally $1,299.99). The smaller 47mm version<\/a> is 21% off at $949.99 (originally $1,199.99). CNET calls it a \u201cwatch full of firsts,\u201d<\/a> and while it\u2019s pricier than many sports watches, it\u2019s a niche must-have for adventurers and athletes who want pro-level performance and potentially lifesaving features.<\/p>\n Unlike the Google Pixel Watch 4, which includes emergency-only satellite messaging, the Fenix 8 Pro takes things further with two-way satellite communications, allowing you to check in with friends and family off the grid. Its inReach technology provides two-way satellite and LTE connectivity, though it requires an active subscription. Plans cost $8 to $49.99 per month and include a free 30-day trial.<\/p>\n Another major benefit is the ability to trigger an interactive SOS message for 24\/7 assistance from Garmin\u2019s global response center. The 1.4-inch AMOLED display is bright and durable, with a scratch-resistant sapphire lens, and LTE lets you access key communication features without relying on your phone. Battery life lasts up to 27 days in smartwatch mode.<\/p>\n The aesthetic is familiar, with Garmin\u2019s signature rugged look, a sapphire crystal display, titanium bezel, and easy-to-navigate action buttons, even if you\u2019re wearing gloves or have sweaty hands. It has a built-in speaker and mic and is water-resistant up to 100 meters, making it suitable for dives, while its built-in flashlight is a useful extra for low-light adventures. The watch has the usual sensors, including a pulse oximeter and barometer, plus ECG support and advanced insights such as endurance and hill score. It also suggests daily workouts for runners.<\/p>\n What do you think so far?<\/p>\n If you\u2019ll get solid use out of the upgraded cellular and satellite connectivity (and don\u2019t mind investing in a subscription to activate those features), the Garmin Fenix 8 Pro<\/a> is a smart investment for outdoorsy people and athletes. If you don\u2019t need the connectivity, the standard Garmin Fenix 8<\/a> may suffice, and it is also seeing price drops following the release of the Fenix 9.<\/p>\n Our Best Editor-Vetted Tech Deals Right Now<\/p>\n \n Deals are selected by our commerce team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"We may earn a commission from links on this page. Deal pricing and availability subject to change after…\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1028651,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_share_on_mastodon":"0"},"categories":[18],"tags":[705,158,67,132,68],"class_list":["post-1028650","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-gadgets","tag-gadgets","tag-technology","tag-united-states","tag-unitedstates","tag-us"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/117170834414642613","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1028650","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1028650"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1028650\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1028651"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1028650"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1028650"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1028650"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}