{"id":15148,"date":"2020-07-08T14:35:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-08T13:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/2020\/07\/08\/garmin-expands-solar-charging-technology-to-multisport-smartwatches-r8148\/"},"modified":"2023-02-08T19:31:56","modified_gmt":"2023-02-08T19:31:56","slug":"garmin-expands-solar-charging-technology-to-multisport-smartwatches-r8148","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/garmin-expands-solar-charging-technology-to-multisport-smartwatches-r8148\/","title":{"rendered":"Garmin expands solar charging technology to multisport smartwatches"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Garmin today announced the expansion of its solar charging technology to its Instinct, f\u0113nix 6 and 6S and tactix Delta adventure and multisport smartwatches. Building on the success of Garmin\u2019s the first solar charging multisport watch, the f\u0113nix 6X &#8211; Pro Solar, these new solar editions allow customers to \u201cDo What They Love Longer\u201d through significantly increased battery life and new purpose-built functionality including surf, mountain biking and climbing activities.<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-26672300-1594219020-1.jpg\" data-fileid=\"1672586\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672586\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-26672300-1594219020.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-26672300-1594219020-1.jpg\"><\/a><br \/>\u201cGarmin\u2019s multisport GPS watches are the choice for athletes and adventurers willing to push themselves through the next mile or over the next mountain. Using our solar capabilities, the new Instinct, f\u0113nix 6 and 6S, and tactix Delta solar watches provide extraordinary battery life and give customers the ability to follow their passion to the sunset and further,\u201d said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. \u201cIn addition to the solar charging capabilities, these editions are full of updated and unique features. From new camouflage design patterns to surfing activity profiles, there is something for everyone.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-39683500-1594218508-1.jpg\" data-fileid=\"1672577\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672577\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-39683500-1594218508.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-39683500-1594218508-1.jpg\"><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Do what you love, longer with Instinct\u2122 Solar. This is the watch, with its bold design, helps you to unleash your active outdoor lifestyle. With astonishing battery life, that empowers you to experience more, while it keeps you connected and fit with smart features and wellness tracking. Wherever you are on your own or with your friends.<\/p>\n<p>Representing a milestone for Garmin, Instinct Solar can provide unlimited battery life with sufficient solar exposure in Battery Saver mode. Using Expedition Mode with sufficient solar exposure, Instinct Solar provides increased GPS functionality while still delivering over two months of battery life. The Instinct Solar series also boasts up to 24 days in smartwatch mode indoors and more than 50 days with sufficient solar exposure. Users can make these battery-extending changes on the fly through Instinct Solar\u2019s incorporation of Power Manager.<\/p>\n<p>Instinct Solar \u2013 Surf Edition is purpose-built with specialized surf features such as tide data and a dedicated surfing activity to help surfers make the most of every wave. Water rated to 100 meters, the Instinct Solar &#8211; Surf Edition is also a multisport water-recreation watch. Instinct Solar \u2013 Tactical Edition, popular on the mission is equipped with tactical-specific features such as night-vision goggle compatibility and Stealth mode.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to Instinct\u2019s already robust outdoor activity and health tracking, Instinct Solar now also includes Pulse Ox to gauge how well an individual\u2019s body is absorbing oxygen and Body Battery to optimize body energy reserves through health monitoring metrics.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">f\u0113nix 6 Series &#8211; Solar Editions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-13956700-1594218785-1.png\" data-fileid=\"1672578\" data-fileext=\"png\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672578\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-13956700-1594218785.png\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-13956700-1594218785-1.png\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-40173700-1594218931-1.jpg\" data-fileid=\"1672584\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672584\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-40173700-1594218931.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-40173700-1594218931-1.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-4\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-25238100-1594218846-1.jpg\" data-fileid=\"1672583\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672583\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-25238100-1594218846.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-25238100-1594218846-1.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The f\u0113nix 6S Pro Solar and f\u0113nix 6 Pro Solar are the newest members of the Garmin flagship multisport GPS smartwatch line. Featuring Garmin Power Glass\u2122 solar charging lens and a customizable Power Manager mode, f\u0113nix 6 Series \u2013 Solar Editions harness the power of the sun to stay on and remain performance-ready for weeks, so users will have more on-wrist time to enjoy their activities, training features, onboard mapping, music streaming and much more. Expanding the robust activity profiles included in the f\u0113nix series, the f\u0113nix 6 and 6S Solar editions come surf, mountain bike and indoor climb-ready.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Surf<\/strong>: Using a Surf Activity profile, also found on Instinct Solar \u2013 Surf Edition, f\u0113nix surfers can track total waves, surf time, total time, max speed and their longest wave. When surfing in front of a Surfline\u00ae camera, users wearing f\u0113nix or Instinct surf-compatible watches can upload their surf to their Surfline account and later view video of that surfing activity through Surfline Sessions\u2122.\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Mountain Bike<\/strong>: Using the new \u201cGrit and Flow\u201d activity, individuals can track the details of every ride with mountain biking metrics, plus specialized grit and flow measurements that rate trail difficulty and how smoothly users descend, giving a unique score to beat next time.\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Indoor Climb<\/strong>: The indoor climb activity profile allows climbers to track their sessions at indoor facilities. Metrics include the number of routes, vertical distance climbed, climbing time, difficultly of each route and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The f\u0113nix 6S Pro Solar battery performance in smartwatch mode is up to nine days indoors and up to 10.5 days with sufficient solar exposure, while battery performance for the f\u0113nix 6 Pro Solar in smartwatch mode is up to 14 days indoors and up to 16 days with sufficient solar exposure.<\/p>\n<p>The f\u0113nix 6 Series \u2013 Solar Editions also includes Advanced Sleep Monitoring, which provides a detailed breakdown of user\u2019s light, deep and REM sleep stages as well as Pulse Ox and respiration data. This can be viewed on a dedicated widget that includes your stress score and sleep insights. Out of the box, the f\u0113nix 6 series includes TopoActive Europe maps for outdoor adventures, ski maps for over 2,000 ski resorts worldwide and over 41,000 golf courses. The f\u0113nix 6 series features Garmin Pay\u2122 and on-device music storage of up to 2,000 songs, allowing users to sync playlists from several of the most popular music services (subscription may be required), no phone required.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"text-2xl font-bold\">tactix Delta \u2013 Solar Edition<\/h2>\n<div class=\"row grid grid-cols-12 gap-4\">\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-56045600-1594218788-1.jpg\" data-fileid=\"1672581\" data-fileext=\"jpg\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672581\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-56045600-1594218788.jpg\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-56045600-1594218788-1.jpg\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-span-6\">\n<a class=\"ipsAttachLink ipsAttachLink_image\" href=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-49095600-1594218994-1.png\" data-fileid=\"1672585\" data-fileext=\"png\" rel=\"\"><img decoding=\"async\" data-fileid=\"1672585\" class=\"ipsImage ipsImage_thumbnailed\" alt=\"ccs-2-0-49095600-1594218994.png\" src=\"https:\/\/wp-media.bikehub.co.za\/production\/uploads\/2023\/02\/ccs-2-0-49095600-1594218994-1.png\"><\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The tactix Delta \u2013 Solar Edition is the fourth generation of the tactix family, which is developed on the f\u0113nix series platform. Built to military standards (MIL-STD-810), the tactix Delta &#8211; Solar Edition uses solar charging to extend battery life and Power Manager mode to provide up to 21 days indoors and up to 24 days with sufficient solar exposure.<\/p>\n<p>Mission-ready features on the tactix Delta \u2013 Solar Edition include stealth mode, which disables location sharing and wireless connectivity, and a kill switch to wipe all user memory. The rugged, sophisticated design features an always-on 1.4\u201d display, scratch-resistant sapphire lens, black DLC-coated steel bezel, black PVD-coated steel rear cover and all-new military-inspired black tactical nylon QuickFit\u00ae band with reinforced stitching and exposed black metal hardware.<\/p>\n<p>With specialized tactical features as well as mapping, music, advanced training and the same smart features from the f\u0113nix 6 family, the tactix Delta \u2013 Solar Edition is built for demanding field use and everyday wear.<\/p>\n<p>The Instinct Solar, f\u0113nix 6 Series \u2013 Solar Editions and tactix Delta &#8211; Solar Edition represent the continued innovation of Garmin solar technology initiative and are available now. The complete line of Garmin solar charging smartwatches also includes the f\u0113nix 6X &#8211; Pro Solar and quatix\u00ae 6X Solar.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color:#696969;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><em>All battery life numbers assume 3 hours per day outside in 50,000 lux conditions.<\/em><\/span><\/span><br \/><span style=\"color:#696969;\"><span style=\"font-size:12px;\"><em>This is not a medical device and is not intended for use in the diagnosis or monitoring of any medical condition; see Garmin.com\/ataccuracy. Pulse Ox not available in all countries.<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Garmin today announced the expansion of its solar charging technology to its Instinct, f\u0113nix 6 and 6S and tactix Delta adventure and multisport smartwatches. Building on the success of Garmin\u2019s the first solar charging multisport watch, the f\u0113nix 6X &#8211; Pro Solar, these new solar editions allow customers to \u201cDo What They Love Longer\u201d through [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":60359,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[5],"tags":[52],"featured_location":[],"class_list":["post-15148","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tech","tag-garmin"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15148","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=15148"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/15148\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/60359"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=15148"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=15148"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=15148"},{"taxonomy":"featured_location","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bikehub.co.za\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/featured_location?post=15148"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}