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Garmin Venu X1 Smartwatch Challenges Apple Watch Ultra with Larger Display and Longer Battery Life
14 Nov
Summary
- Garmin Venu X1 features a bold, square design and a 2-inch AMOLED display
- Offers more screen real estate and customizable data fields than Apple Watch Ultra
- Provides up to 8 days of battery life, significantly longer than Apple Watch Ultra
In a surprising move, Garmin has unveiled the Venu X1 smartwatch, which appears to be a direct competitor to the Apple Watch Ultra. The Venu X1 features a bold, almost square design and a vivid 2-inch AMOLED screen, the largest ever on a Garmin smartwatch.
The larger display provides more screen real estate, allowing users to view up to eight data fields during workouts, making it easier to read critical stats at a glance. This is a notable improvement over the Apple Watch Ultra 2, which has a smaller screen.
One of the key advantages of the Venu X1 is its impressive battery life. If the always-on display mode is turned off, the watch can last up to eight days on a single charge, significantly longer than the Apple Watch Ultra 2's limited two-day battery life.
Despite the large display, the Venu X1 is surprisingly lightweight at just 40 grams, thanks to its comfortable ComfortFit fabric band. The watch is also thin at 7.9mm, making it a suitable option for sleep tracking.
While the Venu X1 lacks some features found on the Fenix 8 series, such as multi-band GPS and ECG support, it offers a range of customization options and voice control capabilities that cater to fitness enthusiasts. The inclusion of a tip calculator and a bright LED flashlight are also welcome additions.
Overall, the Garmin Venu X1 appears to be a compelling option for those seeking a more capable wearable similar to the Apple Watch Ultra, with its large display, slim form factor, and extensive Garmin customization features.
