Garmin Unveils 6 Marq 3 Smartwatches From $2,500, Adding LTE and Satellite Links
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Updated · HODINKEE · Oct 13
Garmin Unveils 6 Marq 3 Smartwatches From $2,500, Adding LTE and Satellite Links
3 articles · Updated · HODINKEE · Oct 13
Summary
Garmin’s third-generation Marq line launches now with six premium models—Athlete, Adventurer, Aviator, Commander, Diver and Golfer—priced from $2,500 to $3,100.
A new 47mm titanium-and-polymer case uses nano molding to thin the body and make room for LTE and satellite radios, while inductive buttons eliminate case penetrations that Garmin says are common failure points.
Across the range, Garmin adds a 1.4-inch 3,000-nit AMOLED display, up to 18 days of battery life, 128GB of storage, speaker and microphone, ECG, flashlight and inReach-based calling, messaging and SOS.
The new Diver is the standout addition: its buttons are rated to 40 meters for scuba, apnea and snorkel use, and it can even control a Garmin-equipped boat’s autopilot.
Satellite and SOS features require a clear sky view and a $9.99 monthly plan after a 30-day trial, underscoring Garmin’s push to justify Marq’s luxury pricing against cheaper rivals and its own Fenix line.