Published: 2018-06-22, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
Abstract: This past weekend the folks behind the PowerPod announced a new variant, the PowerPod Lite. This new model drops the price down to $199 (from $299+) and does away with some of the higher-end features (software focused). You still get total power transmitt...
Published: 2018-06-18, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
There's zero question that Garmin is nailing their stride with the Fenix series. The inclusion of music, contactless payments, and maps across all devices are precisely what most users have been asking for. Meanwhile, Garmin's also answered power users wh...
Published: 2018-01-10, Author: Mark , review by: mbreviews.com
Abstract: The smartwatches are a new breed of gadgets which, similarly to the smartphones, have evolved from the traditional wearable (that could have been mechanical or with a battery, and some were waterproof / water-resistant) to a device more suitable for this...
Slimmer, more attractive design than its predecessor, Display is easy to read in sunlight, Tracks every sport profile under the sun, Accurate GPS tracking, 10 ATM water rating, Variety of different models/pricing tiers available, Two-week battery life
Heart rate monitor could be more accurate, Sleep tracking is a bit lacking, Garmin Connect still isn't user friendly, No local music storage, Pricey
Garmin's fenix 5 is packed with features, sensors, and will track just about every activity under the sun. With its stellar activity and GPS tracking, two-week battery life, 10 ATM water resistance, and slimmed down design, we can honestly say this is the...
Published: 2017-04-25, Author: Mike , review by: tomsguide.com
Durable design, Outdoor-readable display, Long battery life, Customizable display
Expensive, Low-resolution screen
The Garmin fenix 5 is not a cheap GPS watch, but for outdoor adventurers who need or want to capture everything they do, this $599 device could be worth the investment. It provides detailed stats on a multitude of activities, has an accurate heart rate mo...
Published: 2017-04-16, Author: Roger , review by: appleinsider.com
The Fenix 5 is a natural option for hikers, triatheletes, or just athletes in general. It's indestructible, and bound to last as long as they could possibly demand. Even some fitness fanatics may have to wonder if they need something so extreme, however...
Published: 2017-03-23, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
I think it's fair to say that the Fenix 5 is the best watch Garmin has ever made. While it may not be revolutionary in terms of features, it's more of a polished evolutionary update. After nearly three months of usage, there are very few items I can quibb...
Abstract: LAS VEGASGarmin has updated its Fenix line of high-end multisport watches annually for the past few years, and 2017's update will be welcome by all those with smaller wrists (myself included). This week Garmin announced the new Fenix 5 line of fitness wat...
Published: 2017-01-04, Author: DC , review by: dcrainmaker.com
In some ways, the Fenix 5 series release is more evolutionary than revolutionary. There's no doubt a boatload of additions for the Fenix 5 & 5S watches, mainly software tweaks and enhancements. Yet where it becomes more revolutionary is within the Fenix 5...
