Garmin - Tactix 8 AMOLED Smartwatch

• Battery life (smartwatch mode): Up to 29 days (13 days in always-on mode)
• Display size: 35.56 mm (1.4-inch) diameter
• Display resolution: 454 x 454 pixels
• Display type: AMOLED
• Water resistance: 10 ATM
  
• RUGGED DESIGN: The Tactix 8 features a brilliant 1.4-inch AMOLED touch display, a titanium bezel, sapphire glass and an optimized user interface. The multisport smartwatch has been tested to U.S. military standards for thermal performance, shock resistance and water resistance.
• YOU’RE IN COMMAND: Discover tactical functions such as the Jumpmaster activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS format, stealth mode, kill switch, compatibility with night-vision goggles and rucking activity.
• LEADING THE WAY: Get highly accurate track recording thanks to multi-band reception of global satellite systems. SatIQ™ dynamically adjusts the mode to achieve optimal positioning while saving battery.
• APPLIED BALLISTICS: The preinstalled Applied Ballistics function provides firing solutions for long-range shooting.
• DIVE FEATURES: The smartwatch supports scuba diving (single gas) and freediving for dives down to 40 meters thanks to official dive certification and waterproof inductive buttons.
• INTEGRATED LED FLASHLIGHT: The integrated LED flashlight offers excellent illumination in the dark thanks to different light intensities. In night-vision mode, the white light is deactivated and the green LED is dimmable.
  

TACTICAL

• NIGHT VISION MODE: Operate your smartwatch even with night-vision devices or in the dark. Via controls you can further reduce the brightness and dim the display.
• STEALTH MODE: Activate stealth mode to stop storing and sharing your GPS position. Wireless connectivity and communication are also disabled.
• WAYPOINT PROJECTION: With waypoint projection you can determine new coordinates based on your current position and a specified distance, and use them for further navigation.
• RUCKING ACTIVITY: A special rucking activity profile lets you enter your backpack weight.
• DIRECT-TO NAVIGATION: Navigate directly to a position or waypoint in the worldwide aviation database. Or use the “nearest” function to create a route to the closest airport.
• AVIATION WEATHER INFORMATION: Receive weather reports such as wind and visibility conditions, air pressure and more. You can also access NEXRAD weather radar, METARs and TAFs2.
• AB QUANTUM APP: Download the AB Quantum app to your compatible Apple® or Android™ smartphone to manage profiles and targets or use the smartphone as an additional display.

NAVIGATION

• OUTDOOR MAPS+: Subscribe to Outdoor Maps+ to get premium map content, including satellite imagery and optimized topographic maps that can be downloaded directly to the smartwatch.
• SATIQ TECHNOLOGY: Get highly accurate track recording through multi-band reception of global satellite systems. SatIQ™ dynamically adjusts the mode to achieve optimal positioning while saving battery.
• INTERNATIONAL TOPO MAPS: Preinstalled TopoActive maps from around the world ensure you stay on track during your explorations. Download additional maps via Wi-Fi.
• NEXTFORK™ MAP CUES: When navigating, a quick glance shows you the distance to the next junction and the trail name.
• POIS ALONG THE ROUTE: Get clear information during races for specific POI points along your route, such as aid stations.
• TURN-BY-TURN DIRECTIONS: In the Garmin Connect™ app you can create routes or find existing ones. Alternatively, you can sync routes from your favorite third-party platforms and receive turn-by-turn directions.
• SKIVIEW™ MAPS: View the names of ski runs and see difficulty ratings for more than 2,000 preinstalled ski resorts worldwide.
• GOLF COURSE MAPS: Get CourseView maps for more than 43,000 golf courses worldwide – preinstalled and in color.
  
  

PERFORMANCE

• HARD TRAINING: Improve your performance and endurance and reduce your risk of injury with enhanced strength training plans, real-time stamina data, sport-specific workouts and a wide range of built-in sports apps.
• ENDURANCE SCORE: Based on VO2max, training load and other factors, this feature helps you estimate how well you can sustain prolonged effort.
• RACE PREDICTOR: Get an estimate of your potential finish time for a 5K, 10K, half marathon or marathon.
• PACEPRO™: Plan your race-day strategy with GPS-based pace guidance for a specific course or distance.
• CLIMBPRO: MANAGE ASCENTS PROPERLY: See real-time information on current and upcoming climbs on downloaded routes.
• GRADE-ADJUSTED PACE: Find out what your running pace would be if you were running with the same effort on flat ground or on an ascent.
• TRAINING READINESS: Right after waking up, receive a training readiness score based on sleep quality2, recovery, training load and more. You’ll immediately know whether to train hard today or take it easier.
• TRAINING STATUS: Get insights to know whether you’re building fitness, peaking or overreaching in your training.
• PHYSIOLOGICAL METRICS: Assess your performance with advanced training metrics such as VO2max, training load and more.
• MULTISPORT AUTO SWITCH: This feature detects when the sport changes during multisport activities – whether swimming, cycling or running. You can fully focus on the race and let the smartwatch record the splits.
• HILL SCORE: Measure your ability to run uphill and evaluate your long-term progress based on VO2max and training history.
• DAILY WORKOUT SUGGESTIONS: View daily workout suggestions for the entire week. After each run or ride, the recommendations are adjusted.
• RECOVERY TIME: Find out how long you should recover before your next intense workout. The key factor is your last training session.
• RACE CALENDAR: Use training tips, personalized daily workout suggestions and more to see how long you need to prepare for your next race.
• RUNNING DYNAMICS ON THE WRIST: View key running dynamics, including cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more.
• GARMIN COACH: Prepare for your next race, train for a milestone or simply improve your fitness with adaptive Garmin Coach or preloaded training plans.
  
  

ACTIVITIES

• RECORD EVERY ACTIVITY: Use preinstalled activity profiles to get data and insights based on your activities. You can even record team sports such as football, racket sports and more.
• HIIT WORKOUTS: Record your HIIT workouts, including AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata or custom workouts.
• ANIMATED WORKOUTS: Follow animated cardio, strength, yoga and Pilates workouts on the smartwatch display.
• SKI TOURS AND SPLITBOARD TOURS: Automatically record ascents and descents and log how much time you spend between runs.
• XC SKI POWER: Measure training load when paired with an HRM-Pro™ Plus heart rate chest strap (sold separately).
• MTB DYNAMICS: Record ride details with dedicated Grit® and Flow™ metrics.
  
  

HEALTH

• MORNING REPORT: Receive a morning overview of your sleep and workout recommendations along with HRV status and weather information. You can even customize the report to your preferences.
• HRV STATUS: Get a clearer picture of your overall health during sleep and gain valuable insights into your health, recovery and fitness thanks to daily and 7-day averages.
• WRIST-BASED HEART RATE: This smartwatch regularly measures your heart rate2 and helps you gauge how hard you’re working during activities.
• GARMIN ECG APP: The ECG app3 uses sensors to record the electrical signals that control your heartbeat. It analyzes the recording to detect signs of an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation.
• PULSE OX SENSOR: Track your blood oxygen saturation while you’re awake or asleep to see how your body is adapting to altitude4.
• SLEEP COACH: Get a sleep score and personalized coaching on how much sleep you need. Record sleep stages and gain insights to optimize your sleep quality2.
• NAP DETECTION: Automatically track or log your naps. The data shows how naps benefit your body, when the ideal time is and how long they should be.
• JET LAG ADVISER: Based on your destination, receive personalized recommendations on sleep schedule, light exposure and activity to minimize the effects of jet lag.
• BODY BATTERY™: Measure your energy reserves based on heart rate variability, stress, sleep quality and activities so you can better plan your day and keep enjoying your sport2.
• STRESS TRACKING: See what kind of day you’re having: calm, balanced or stressful.
• HEALTH SNAPSHOT™: Complete a 2-minute session to record key health stats, then create a report you can share with your doctor.
• RESPIRATION RATE DISPLAY: See how many breaths you take during the day, while sleeping, during breathing exercises and during yoga.
• HYDRATION TRACKING: Adequate fluid intake is important for your health. Log how much water you drink each day and see whether you consume a similar amount from day to day.
• ALTITUDE AND HEAT ACCLIMATION: View how your body is adapting to current altitude or heat based on your health data.
  

ALWAYS UP TO DATE

• PHONE AND VOICE ASSISTANT: Enjoy the convenience of making and receiving calls from your wrist – or use your smartphone’s voice assistant to reply to text messages and more (when paired with your compatible iPhone® or Android™ smartphone). Specific watch functions can even be controlled offline via voice command.
• GARMIN CONNECT APP: The Garmin Connect™ app shows you everything about your health, fitness and activities. Update your smartwatch, get insights, join the community and more.
• GARMIN MESSENGER™ APP: Communicate via two-way SMS5 right from your wrist.
• SMART NOTIFICATIONS: Receive emails, text messages and alerts directly on the smartwatch when it’s paired with your compatible Apple or Android smartphone.
• MUSIC: Download songs and playlists from your Spotify®, Deezer or Amazon Music account (subscription required). Use wireless headphones (sold separately) to listen to music without your smartphone.
• GARMIN PAY™: Enjoy the freedom of going cashless. Simply pay contactless with your smartwatch via participating providers.
• GARMIN SHARE: Share your planned routes, workouts and locations quickly and easily with other compatible Garmin products.
• SAFETY FEATURES: If you feel unsafe or your smartwatch detects an incident, a message with your live location is sent to emergency contacts6.
• STOCK TRACKER: Keep an eye on up to 50 of your favorite stocks7 – right on your wrist.
• CONNECT IQ™ STORE: Download watch faces, data fields and apps from your paired smartphone.
• POWER MANAGER: See how different settings and sensors affect the smartwatch’s battery life.