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Tom's Guide
3 days ago
- Tom's Guide
I used the Garmin Epix Pro for a year and it just hit its lowest ever price on Amazon
While I love testing out the latest Garmin watches like the Fenix 8, the high price of new sports watches means there is always value to be found in hunting for deals on older models. That's made abundantly clear by this incredible discount on the 51mm model of the Garmin Epix Pro, which is reduced to $689 at Amazon right now, a $410 saving that brings the watch down to the lowest price I've ever seen it. LOWEST PRICE! This deal reduces the 51mm Epix Pro to its lowest ever price, and for $689 you're getting an incredible AMOLED sports watch that has best-in-class navigation tools on top of the tracking and training analysis it offers. As this is the largest watch in the Epix Pro range, you also get excellent battery life, and the titanium case and sapphire crystal screen mean that it's light and durable too. The Garmin Epix Pro is the predecessor to the Garmin Fenix 8, which is undoubtedly a fantastic sports watch but costs over $1000. As someone who has used both watches extensively, running marathons with both and using the Epix Pro for a year, I'd say the older model definitely offers better value right now. That's especially true because this deal is on the titanium model of the Epix Pro, which is lighter and more durable than the standard steel watch, and it has a scratch-resistant sapphire screen, so you can be sure it will last you many years of heavy use. My Epix Pro barely has a mark on it after a year of everyday use, and I preferred using the larger 51mm model of the watch because of its bigger screen and impressive battery life — even with the always-on AMOLED screen enabled it lasted me 10 days on a charge when running 70-80 miles a week. Newer Garmin models like the Garmin Fenix 8 and Garmin Forerunner 970 have some upgrades like the addition of a mic and speaker and some new training analysis, but the core experience of using the Epix Pro is similar, and it's just as accurate a sports tracker. It also has Garmin's latest heart rate sensor on board, which is one of the most accurate optical sensors I've tested on a sports watch, and a built-in flashlight, which I've found incredibly handy throughout testing. If you'd prefer a smaller watch the Garmin Epix Pro 47mm is reduced to $699 in the Amazon sale. It has a slightly smaller display and shorter battery life than the 51mm watch, and is $10 more expensive, but that's still a great price if you feel the 51mm is too large for your wrist.
Tom's Guide
6 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Garmin Forerunner 970 Review: my new favorite sports watch
The Garmin Forerunner 970 is the best Garmin watch for runners and triathletes, offering almost all of the key features of the Garmin Fenix 8 in a more affordable and lightweight package. It also introduces some new features to Garmin's range, such as running tolerance and economy estimates, and the upgraded design has a brighter AMOLED display than the Garmin Forerunner 965, plus a built-in flashlight and a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal screen. The drawbacks to the Forerunner 970 are its high price, especially as you need to pair it with the $169 Garmin HRM600 chest strap to unlock running economy measurements, and its relatively short battery life compared with the Fenix 8 and Forerunner 965. I've loved using the watch, and in my Garmin Forerunner 970 review, I'll run through my testing and how it compares to the best sports watches, but also say which rivals might offer better value. The Garmin Forerunner 970 launched in May 2025 and costs $749.99 / £629.99, a considerable jump in price from its predecessor, the Garmin Forerunner 965, which is $599 / £599 and often reduced to under $500. It comes in one size and three colors — black, white and grey/gold. When considering the price of the Forerunner 970, it's worth factoring in that some of its new features also require the Garmin HRM600 chest strap, which is $169.99 / £149.99. Forerunner 965 Forerunner 970 Price $599 $749 Case size 47.1 x 47.1 x 13.2mm 47 x 47 x 12.9mm Screen size 1.4 inches 1.4 inches Resolution 454 x 454 pixels 454 x 454 pixels Screen material Gorilla Glass Sapphire Crystal Weight 53g 56g GPS battery life 31 hours 26 hours Smartwatch battery life 23 days 15 days Touchscreen Yes Yes Speaker/Mic No Yes Built-in flashlight No Yes Heart rate sensor Elevate v4 Elevate v5 The Garmin Forerunner 970 has some notable design upgrades compared with the Forerunner 965, including, for the first time on a Forerunner watch, a built-in flashlight. This sits on top of the watch and has four brightness settings, plus a red mode. It's very useful day-to-day, even if you live a relatively unadventurous life like me — it would be invaluable for those who camp or are outdoors a lot at night. The other big upgrade is the sapphire crystal display, which is more scratch-resistant than the Gorilla glass used on the Forerunner 965 and other Forerunner models. As someone who scratched the Forerunner 965 during testing, having a sapphire screen gives peace of mind and also means you can avoid using screen protectors. The titanium bezel surrounding the screen also toughens up the watch, which is otherwise made of plastic. The 1.4-inch AMOLED screen is also brighter than the display on the Forerunner 965, notably so when you put the two watches side-by-side. It's clearer to read under bright sunlight as a result, though this bright screen does reduce the battery life on the Forerunner 970 compared with the 965. On the back of the watch is Garmin's Elevate v5 optical heart rate sensor, which is an upgrade on the v4 sensor on the Forerunner 965 and one of the most accurate wrist-based sensors I've tested in general — it's used on most Garmin watches released in the past couple of years. The Forerunner 970 uses this sensor to offer ECG measurements, which weren't available on the Forerunner 965. The new watch also has a mic and speaker, like the Fenix 8 and Forerunner 570 watches. While the Forerunner 970 doesn't offer the bright and distinctive designs you get on the Garmin Forerunner 570, it's a good-looking watch you can wear 24/7, and it's lightweight and comfortable to wear all the time. It is, however, a shame that it only comes in one size, unlike the Forerunner 570. Those with smaller wrists who'd like a smaller watch than the 47mm Forerunner 970, but still want all of Garmin's best features, only really have the Fenix 8 43mm as an option. The onboard sensors include a pulse oximeter and barometric altimeter, and the GPS chipset allows for multi-band tracking for extra accuracy. You can pair external sensors like cycling power meters via both Bluetooth and ANT+. With a water resistance rating of 5 ATM, the Forerunner 970 is suitable for pool and open-water swimming, but it is not a diveproof watch like the Fenix 8. The Garmin Forerunner 970 is the top Forerunner watch in the brand's range, so as you'd expect, it's fully laden with all of Garmin's top sports tracking and training analysis features. It offers all the sports modes and stats you could ever want, including being a golf watch, and extensive training load analysis, including heat and altitude acclimation, VO2 max and race time estimates, and a rating of your training readiness based on factors like sleep, stress and recent workouts. For the most part, the analysis is the same as on past top models from Garmin, like the Fenix 8, but the Forerunner 970 introduces some new features with a running economy rating, step speed loss measurements and running tolerance, which estimates the training load you can tolerate safely each week. To get the running economy and step speed loss measurements, you need to pair the Forerunner 970 with the Garmin HRM600 chest strap, which is a significant extra outlay. Step speed loss is a measurement of how much you slow down with each stride when running, when your foot hits the ground. A lower number is better because that means it takes less effort to speed back up with each stride. You also get a percentage measurement of step speed loss, which is more useful as you tend to lose more speed when running faster, but the percentage is comparable across speeds. This stat is one of several that feed into your running economy rating, which is unlocked after you do several runs with the watch and chest strap. Heart rate, speed and other running technique stats like ground contact time also feed into the economy measurement. Running economy is an important metric because the better your economy, the less effort or energy it costs you to run at a certain speed, which basically means you can run faster for longer. The value of Garmin's measurement will be if you can see your economy improving over time, which mostly comes about from structured training and more mileage in general, though genetic factors are also a big part of economy. It's an innovative addition to the watch and something I love as a keen runner, and it's definitely something I'll keep an eye on when marathon training in particular. The final new feature is running tolerance, which says how much running your body is able to handle in terms of miles or kilometers based on your training history. Not increasing your mileage by too much week-to-week is a golden rule for runners trying to avoid injury, and many judge their training load simply by the amount of miles they run each week. But tolerance goes a step further by accounting for the extra impact of faster, harder runs. For example, when I ran a 10K race wearing the Forerunner 970, the total distance was 10K, but the impact load was 15.2km, because it was an all-out effort. This is a helpful way to remind runners that runs can differ in the amount of impact they have on the body and give a total mileage for the week that adds in extra to account for harder runs, because doing too much fast running can also lead to injury. Given how well developed Garmin's tracking and analysis features are at this stage, I'm impressed that they've been able to introduce some genuinely useful new features to the Forerunner 970, and runners in particular benefit. It is a shame you have to use the HRM600 chest strap to get some of these features, not only because of the cost but also because many runners simply don't like wearing chest straps, particularly women, which is why Garmin made the HRM-Fit to attach to a sports bra. For most of my testing of the Forerunner 970, I had it paired to the HRM600 chest strap, so I couldn't gauge the accuracy of the optical sensor on the watch. But I did some runs just using the watch's heart rate sensor to check its accuracy against a different chest strap, and it was always on point. I've also used Garmin watches for many years, and the Elevate Gen5 sensor has been reliably accurate for me on any watch I've tested. If you don't want to invest in the HRM600 strap to use with the Forerunner 970, you will still get good heart rate measurements. The GPS accuracy was also excellent during my testing. I primarily used the watch in multi-band mode for the most accurate results, and the GPS tracks from the Forerunner 970 were always free of major errors when I checked them afterwards. The Forerunner 970 tracks all the usual daily activity stats like steps, calories, floors climbed and active minutes, and can also be set to notify you if you're sedentary for too long. It also tracks stress throughout the day and measures your 'Body Battery' energy levels, which are depleted by activity and topped up via sleep. The watch also sums up your day in a new Evening Report, which summarizes your activity and gives a sleep recommendation — whether you need more or less than usual. It also shows your suggested workouts for tomorrow and any calendar events. In the morning, you get a Morning Report, which shows similar stuff along with your sleep score from the night. You can customize both reports to include the info you want. When it comes to sleep tracking itself, you get a wealth of data on your night's rest, along with a rating out of 100, including sleep stages, your heart rate variability and a summary of any breathing variations. Garmin watches have a habit of overestimating time asleep in my experience, in that they often log periods where you're still (but awake) as light sleep. But the Forerunner 970's overall rating of my sleep each night was in line with how I felt, and it did encourage me to try and get better sleep by limiting alcohol and sticking to a regular bedtime. The big, bright AMOLED display on the Forerunner 970 is wonderful, but its battery life does suffer as a result. With the screen set to always-on, the watch lasted me four or five days on a charge, running every day, whereas the Forerunner 965 would last me seven days under the same conditions. When I set the screen to raise to wake outside of workouts it did extend the battery life to seven or eight days, but that's still less than I've become accustomed to with Garmin's 47mm models — the Fenix 8 47mm lasts me six or seven days with the screen always-on, so the brighter display is definitely having an impact on the Forerunner 970. If you're a triathlete or a cyclist regularly doing long rides, then the battery life will be even shorter. It's still just about long enough to not be an annoyance in how often you need to charge it, and the Forerunner 970 can track an individual activity for over 20 hours even in its most accurate GPS mode, but the drop-off in battery life compared with other Garmins is noticeable. While the Forerunner 970 can't match the features available on the best smartwatches, which offer cellular connectivity and far more fully-stocked app stores, it does have some useful smarts. These include the new mic and speaker, which you can use to issue voice commands like 'start a timer' or activate your phone's voice assistant. It also has music storage and can link up with streaming services, including Spotify, to store your playlists offline, and NFC payments through Garmin Pay. The ConnectIQ app store has a few useful apps and also offers extra data fields for certain sports and more watch faces — I always download my parkrun barcode to my watch through an app and add rolling pace to my running data fields. There are more smart features here than you get on other brands' sports watches, and you can customize the watch face extensively, but the Forerunner 970 is still not as smart as a device like the Apple Watch Ultra 2. Along with its handy flashlight, the Forerunner 970 has several safety features, including the ability to send alerts to an emergency contact either manually (by holding down the light button) or automatically if a fall is detected during outdoor activities. The LiveTrack feature also allows you to send your activity to others so they can follow it live or check in on you from time to time, if you're heading for dangerous areas. You can navigate those dangerous areas using the color maps on the Forerunner 970, which are routable maps that allow you to create routes on the watch itself — other brands have maps that can show routes on maps but can't create routes or re-route you using trails if you go wrong. Garmin's mapping and navigation tools also include ClimbPro, which breaks out the climbs and descents on your route so you can judge your efforts. I find this invaluable on climbs in particular, in that it encourages me to slow down early in a climb because I know how much more uphill there is to go. All sports watch brands and many smartwatches now offer maps and routes you can follow during activities, but Garmin's features remain the gold standard in this area and you get all its best tools on the Forerunner 970. The Garmin Forerunner 970 is an outstanding sports watch and the only one that can really better it is the Garmin Fenix 8, which offers a more durable metal design and longer battery life. However, the Forerunner 970 is cheaper and many will prefer the lighter, slimmer design, especially now that it includes a sapphire screen and built-in flashlight, features that were reserved for the Fenix line in the past. It is an upgrade on the Forerunner 965, although the older watch is now available for under $500 and still has most of the excellent sports tracking features of the Forerunner 970. If you don't mind missing out on the design upgrades on the Forerunner 970, the older watch is a better value. Other older Garmin watches that might offer better value include the Garmin Epix Pro range, which comes in three sizes and is often on sale now. It's a top watch with most of the sports tracking and navigation features of the Forerunner 970, with a Fenix-style metal design. Outside of Garmin's range, the competition is less fierce, in my opinion, unless you want a smartwatch like the Apple Watch Ultra 2, which doesn't match the battery life or sports and navigation features on the Forerunner 970. Coros, Polar and Suunto all have great AMOLED watches that are cheaper than the Forerunner 970, like the Suunto Race, Polar Vantage V3 and Coros Pace Pro, but none offer the same range of sports, navigation and smart features as the Garmin. If the price doesn't put you off, I'd say the Forerunner 970 and Fenix 8 are the best sports watches available, so your choice might be between the more rugged Fenix design and the lighter, sleeker Forerunner 970, which is also a little more affordable.
Tom's Guide
11-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
I raced a 10K with the Garmin Forerunner 970 vs. Garmin Forerunner 570 — here's the winner
The Garmin Forerunner 570 and Garmin Forerunner 970 are the new stars of the Garmin range, and both have impressed me during the weeks of testing I've done with both so far. Both are among the best sports watches available, but both are also very expensive and there are Garmin watches that offer most of the same features for less. To help see if the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 are with their lofty price-tags, I wore both at the High Easter 10K, a local race in Essex, UK, to check their overall performance and compare them against one another. The Garmin Forerunner 570 might be the best looking watch in the entire Garmin range thanks to its bright display and colorful bezel. It backs up its looks with reliably excellent sports tracking and training analysis, plus some useful smarts like music storage. It's expensive for a watch that doesn't offer offline maps though, which you get on the Garmin Forerunner 970 plus some design upgrades. For $200 more than the Forerunner 570 the Forerunner 970 offers a more durable design thanks to the titanium bezel and sapphire crystal screen, and it also has a built-in flashlight. It also has offline maps and extra running stats, though some of these are only available if you pair it with the $169 Garmin HRM600 chest strap heart rate monitor. I ran 33:17 at the race and both watches impressed with their accuracy — here are my key takeaways. The High Easter 10K takes place on open countryside lanes in Essex and as a result I expected highly accurate GPS tracks from both watches, which were both in the most accurate multi-band mode. Both were indeed very accurate, with the GPS tracks being almost identical and sticking the exact route I ran. The Forerunner 570 logged 10.02km compared with 9.98km on the Forerunner 970. I was able to run tight lines around most corners so I probably ran very close to the official 10K distance on the route, which has a UKA license as an officially measured course, so the Forerunner 570 was likely spot on. Both watches were accurate for pacing each kilometer split though, which is the main thing I use a watch for in a race. During the race the Forerunner 970 was getting its heart rate info from the Garmin HRM600 chest strap, which I had paired to the watch in order to get Garmin's new step speed loss stats that are only available if you use the HRM600. As a result I was only really testing the heart rate accuracy of the Forerunner 570, which did mostly line up closely with the HRM600's reading's throughout the race. There was one error during the race where the Forerunner 570's heart rate reading dipped erroneously. It also took a minute or two to get up to speed at the start of the race, which is something I expect to see with optical heart rate sensors, which aren't as quick to track sudden changes in heart rate as chest straps. The battery life of the Forerunner 570 and Forerunner 970 has been one of the only disappointments I've had with the watches during testing, with both draining rapidly thanks to their bright AMOLED displays. Garmin has actually already launched an update to improve the battery life of both watches, so hopefully that will help, but if you have the always-on display enabled they will need charging regularly. On race day, I used the most power-intensive multi-band GPS mode on both watches, and had the always-on screen enabled. According to the DC Rainmaker Analyzer, during the 10K the Forerunner 970 drained at a rate of 4.8% per hour, which would work out at just under 21 hours of multi-band GPS tracking. The Forerunner 570 drained at a rate of 6% per hour, which is 16.67 hours of multi-band tracking. On paper the Forerunner 970 is meant to last 21 hours, so this drain is in line with what's expected, but the Forerunner 570 outperformed its listed battery life of 14 hours of multi-band. One of the big upgrades you get on the Forerunner 970 compared with the Forerunner 570 is more running stats. These include step speed loss (SSL), an estimate of your running economy, and running tolerance. To get step speed loss you need a Garmin HRM600 paired to the watch, and it measures how much you slow down with each stride when you land. You want a lower score here, because slowing down less means you need to put in less effort to speed up again with each stride. During the 10K race my SSL got bigger as the event went on, which you'd expect — as you tire, your running form tends to get less efficient, and building strength and endurance through training is a way to combat that. This stat feeds into the overall running economy measurement on the Forerunner 970, which I recently unlocked after several outdoor runs. Both are interesting, and will hopefully prove useful over time — they're stats I'd hope to improve during a long training block for a marathon, for example. Running tolerance is the other new stat on the Forerunner 970 and you don't need the Garmin HRM600 for this. Running tolerance estimates how much training your body is equipped to handle that week in terms of mileage, based on your training history. Many runners use total mileage to judge their training load — you don't want to suddenly increase the total you do in one week as this risks injury. Instead you want to build it up gradually. What I like about running tolerance on the Forerunner 970 is that it doesn't just go on straight mileage, but adds the impact of harder runs. So my 10K race was rated as having the same impact of 15km of flat easy running, because I was working harder. Measuring it like this helps runners to factor in the impact of harder runs, so you're not just looking at an overall mileage number each week, but also how challenging your runs are, which will help reduce injury risk. With regards to the key performance stats during the 10K race, both the Forerunner 970 and Forerunner 570 performed well, giving accurate distance and pacing stats, and accurate heart rate on the Forerunner 570 compared with the HRM600 chest strap. You do get longer battery life and some interesting extra stats on the Forerunner 970, though you have to spend $200 more on the watch and then $169 on the HRM600 strap compared with the price of the Forerunner 570. Neither watch excels on the value front, even if both have been excellent for performance throughout my testing, including at this race. Better value can be found in older watches like the Garmin Forerunner 965, if you don't need the latest and greatest Garmin on your wrist.
Tom's Guide
09-06-2025
- Tom's Guide
Garmin's newest watches just got a battery life boost thanks to a free update
Battery life is one of the main reasons that many people opt for one of the best Garmin watches instead of an Apple Watch, so there's an expectation with Garmin that they'll last weeks rather than days on a charge. I've been testing the new Garmin Forerunner 570 and Garmin Forerunner 970 watches, and the battery life has been one of the few complaints I have with them so far. Both watches have bright AMOLED displays — brighter than on past Garmin models — but even so, I was surprised to only get three to four days of use from the 47mm Forerunner 570, and four to five days from the Forerunner 970, when I had the always-on screen enabled. That's less than I got from the previous models, the Garmin Forerunner 265 and Garmin Forerunner 965, so it did feel a let down even with the screen upgrade. Garmin has moved to address this with a free software update for the watches, where the main change is focused on improving battery life. Software version 6.17 is available now on both watches, though it's worth noting that the battery improvement is only on the larger 47mm model of the Forerunner 570. The update is live now, and you might have already received a prompt from your watch to update it — when that pops up, you just have to confirm it on the watch for it to go through. Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. If you haven't had the prompt or rejected it at the time, then you can access the update through the menu on the watch. Hold down the Menu button — the center of the three buttons on the left of the watch — then go to System. In that Menu go to Watch Settings, then System, then Software Update and Check For Updates. In the change log for the update, it says it will improve 'expected battery life on watch face'. I'm not actually sure what that phrasing means, but hopefully the result is just longer battery life in general. The Garmin Forerunner 970 should last up to 15 days in watch mode, and the Forerunner 570 47mm model up to 11 days, according to the official specs. That's with the screen set to raise-to-wake, but even with it always-on, I wouldn't expect the drop-off in battery life I've experienced so far. Even with the screen set to raise-to-wake, I've found both watches have only made it to six or seven days of battery. I am a fairly heavy user, in that I run every day and use the most power-intensive GPS setting on those runs, but I'd still expect to get a week of battery from the Forerunner 970 in particular with the screen always-on, as I did with the Forerunner 965, so hopefully this update makes a difference.
Geeky Gadgets
30-05-2025
- Health
- Geeky Gadgets
Garmin Forerunner 970: The Definitive Guide
The Garmin Forerunner 970 is a high-performance smartwatch designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts who prioritize precision, functionality, and versatility. With advanced health monitoring, fitness tracking, and navigation tools, it serves as a reliable companion for a variety of activities, whether you're training for a marathon, exploring new trails, or optimizing your daily wellness. The video below from DC Rainmaker provides more insights into its standout features, showcasing why it remains a top choice in the competitive smartwatch market. Watch this video on YouTube. Design and User Interface The Forerunner 970 seamlessly blends sleek aesthetics with practical functionality. Its AMOLED touchscreen provides vibrant visuals and customizable watch faces, allowing users to tailor their experience. The always-on display ensures that key metrics are visible at a glance, while the red shift mode reduces eye strain during nighttime use, making it suitable for both day and night activities. For enhanced usability, the watch features a five-button navigation system. This tactile control is particularly beneficial in challenging conditions, such as during rain or when wearing gloves, making sure uninterrupted operation regardless of the environment. The combination of a responsive touchscreen and physical buttons offers a versatile interface that adapts to various scenarios. Health and Wellness Tracking The Forerunner 970 is equipped with Garmin's Gen 5 optical heart rate sensor, delivering precise and actionable health insights. It monitors a wide range of metrics, including: Heart rate and heart rate variability (HRV) for cardiovascular health ECG and skin temperature for deeper physiological insights Stress levels and recovery status to guide daily activity Sleep tracking is another standout feature, offering detailed data on sleep stages, breathing patterns, and even naps. The watch provides morning and evening readiness reports, combining sleep, recovery, and stress metrics to help you plan your day effectively. These insights empower users to make informed decisions about their health and fitness routines. Advanced Training and Performance Metrics Designed with athletes in mind, the Forerunner 970 offers a suite of tools to optimize training and track progress. Key features include: Training readiness scores that assess recovery, sleep, and stress to recommend workout intensity Metrics such as VO2 max, HRV balance, and acute load for a comprehensive view of fitness progress Advanced running data, including running economy, step speed loss, and running tolerance When paired with the HRM-Pro 600 strap, runners gain access to even more detailed insights, such as ground contact time and stride length. The watch also offers adaptive training plans and race-specific tools, including projected finish times and course alignment, making sure you're well-prepared for any event. These features make it an invaluable tool for both casual runners and competitive athletes. Navigation and Mapping Capabilities The Forerunner 970 excels in navigation, making it an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts. Its robust features include: Preloaded global maps with turn-by-turn directions for seamless navigation ClimbPro for detailed ascent tracking during hikes or rides Off-course alerts and rerouting to keep you on track Customizable course creation tools for tailored route planning These tools enable users to confidently explore new routes, whether running, cycling, or hiking. The watch's multi-band GPS technology ensures precise tracking even in challenging environments, such as dense forests or urban areas with tall buildings. Activity Profiles and Customization The Forerunner 970 supports a wide range of sport-specific activity profiles, making it adaptable to diverse fitness routines. Whether you're swimming, skiing, or cycling, the watch tracks unique metrics like stroke rate or ski run data. Customizable data screens allow users to prioritize the information most relevant to their activity, enhancing the overall training experience. This level of personalization ensures that the watch meets the unique needs of every athlete. Smart Features and Connectivity Seamless smartphone integration is a key highlight of the Forerunner 970, offering a range of smart features to keep users connected. These include: Notifications with limited response options, depending on iOS or Android compatibility Voice assistant support for Siri, Google Assistant, and Bixby Bluetooth and ANT+ connectivity for external sensors like heart rate monitors and power meters LiveTrack, which shares your real-time location with friends and family for added safety These features ensure that users remain informed and connected, even during intense workouts or outdoor adventures. The watch's ability to integrate with external devices further enhances its versatility, making it a valuable tool for both fitness and daily life. Music and Contactless Payments The Forerunner 970 enhances convenience with built-in music storage and contactless payment capabilities. Users can: Store offline playlists from popular services like Spotify and Amazon Music Pair Bluetooth headphones for a phone-free audio experience Use Garmin Pay for contactless payments, provided their bank supports it These features allow users to stay entertained and manage daily tasks without the need for additional devices, making the watch a practical choice for on-the-go lifestyles. Battery Life and GPS Modes Battery optimization is a core strength of the Forerunner 970, with multiple GPS modes designed to balance accuracy and power consumption. These include: UltraTrac mode for extended battery life during long adventures Multi-Band GPS for precise tracking in challenging environments With these options, the watch remains reliable whether you're on a short run or a multi-day expedition. The long-lasting battery life ensures that users can focus on their activities without worrying about frequent recharging. Additional Features The Forerunner 970 includes several practical extras to enhance the user experience: A built-in flashlight with adjustable brightness and a strobe mode for emergencies Body battery and stress tracking to monitor energy levels throughout the day Customizable widgets and glanceable data summaries for quick access to essential information These features add convenience and safety, making the watch a versatile tool for both fitness and daily use. Its ability to adapt to various scenarios ensures that it meets the needs of a wide range of users. Why the Garmin Forerunner 970 Stands Out The Garmin Forerunner 970 is a feature-rich smartwatch tailored to the needs of athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Its advanced training metrics, robust navigation tools, and seamless integration with Garmin's ecosystem make it a valuable companion for both casual users and performance-driven individuals. Whether optimizing workouts, exploring new trails, or managing daily tasks, the Forerunner 970 offers the precision, versatility, and reliability to support your fitness journey. Source & Image Credit: DC Rainmaker Filed Under: Gadgets News, Technology News, Top News Latest Geeky Gadgets Deals Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
