Everything you need to know about the new Fenix 8 from Garmin. Tested for GPS accuracy, heart rate accuracy, navigation, smartwatch features, and more! You can get the Fenix 8 here: https://bit.ly/Shop-Garmin (affiliate link that helps support the channel – thanks!)
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37 Comments
yeah thanks. I am sticking to my Fenix 7 Solar. Payed 500€ for it and that was already expensive.
i still loved my fenix 6x saphire.all of those features of fenix 8 i can used using my iphone 15 pro max 1tb fully paid.i'll save my money for now.
What’s the grey fabric strap you were also using in the video?
I'm curious, since you test many watches for extended periods and engage in various workouts, how do you track and organize all your workout data? Do you use a specific app or have another method for compiling everything?
Great review! 👌😍
Does only me have problem with steps count or somone have aswell. So basically I use to have fenix 5plus and had issues whit step count. When u drive or shake your wrist is counts step too much more than suppose to be. For example my avarege day steps is around 4k but garmin step counts cna show 7 to 8k.. I I tought OK It was with 5 series.. Now I bought 7pro and it's fantastic watch but problem with step count not resolved. In my opinion watch with price over 800€ should be better about this steps counter.. Of course this is not main feature but anyway..
So, anyone esle have this problem?
This the Epix killer. Any news if Garmin will come out with a new Epix?
Does it have red shift mode?
how is the sleep tracker 🙃
Idk, I don't like how finex 8 looks. finex 7 looks better. I do like black solar panel a lot more and I just don't like the red on in Fenix 7, but that thin bezel looks just too thin, doesn't look cool and doesn't look sexy.
Is the dynamic round trip feature rumored to come to any of the older watches?
Do you think they'll go on sale during Black Friday or around Christmas, or does that not happen with Garmin for the first 6 months or so? I want to get the 47mm 8 non solar. I currently have a Fenix 5 Plus that is in great shape, but obviously won't need it if i get a new watch. Is there a market for older Garmin watches?
This watch costs €1200. That's quite a lot of money for this watch. But if a customer pays so much money for such a watch, why is the Garmin app store not in order? The Garmin app store only has BS apps that are of no use to anyone. The only useful apps in the store is Youtube Music and Spotify. The rest is all cheap nonsense. How is this possible that Garmin cannot produce decent apps when you sell such expensive watches?
which is better size 47 or 51 for a comfortable lifestyle and daily uses?
I have the garmin epix pro. Is worth to buy the garmin 8.?
Bro ur fenix 8 already look like my 2 years old epix hahaha , yea im just a gym / crossfit goer, but still …🤣
Bye bye Garmin for me.
I started with Fenix 3 and had more over the years, … Fenix 3hr, Vivoactive 1, Vivoactive 3, Vivoactive 4, Fenix 5, Fenix 6,pro, Fenix 7x
But sorry I stop here … like I only use a small % of all the functions (like most people) but the pri e of these watches rock out of the pan. Ridiculous expensive.
Goodbye Garmin
I prefer the Garmin Marq Athlete gen 2
I will still love my Fenix 7X Pro sapphire Solar Titanium Metal edition 🙂
I didn't follow the previous models sales routine of Garmin. For ex: Will Garmin release 8X, 8X pro etc… in the following months?
Say whatever you want about the price, but design of Fenix 8 amoled is just one of the best ever for a sports watch.
Fenix 6 is still good for me)
But I wish to have an amoled display
Can you do a review of garmins new strength training feature
I think much better wear os functionality/integration (within 3 years) is essential or garmim will go bust. Google and apple are after gamin's market and they are coming fast
Worth making the switch from apple watch
Please make review garmin mk3i. Thank you!
i love listening to reviews thing i cant afford
Is this the 47 or the 51mm? that you use in this video
Bluetooth calling posible? In g8?
Very helpful… just purchased! 😊
Thanks, Des. Always look forward to what you have to say!
Does the new interface allow for adjusting the vibration intensity for notifications? I have a Fenix 7 Pro and I'm constantly missing notifications because the vibration is so weak. The vibe for phone calls is decent though. I got rid of my Apple watch Ultra specifically for this reason. It uses haptic motion to simulate vibration and it just didn't work for me. Thanks for the great video!
Brilliant cant wait to purchase it
Since the 8 has a speaker, how is it still water proof? Does it have a water ejection feature like the Apple Watch does?
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51 mm better than for you
Honestly, I would love to have better integration with my iPhone. It conflicts with the Apple Watch, but I wish they would agree on something. I also wish Garmin could integrate more with other companies for better apps. For instance, we have Vivint home security, and I can toggle between security settings on my Apple Watch Ultra. I can also sync with our Peloton and Beachbody workouts at home. I would love to see more control over types of notifications. A lot of app notifications are listed by default as text messages. Besides that, being able to answer a call and reply to a text are the only smartwatch things I had gripes with.
Can’t turn off the screen during activities 😢!? Looks like them removing that option😮😢