TechSmartwatchesGarmin VivoActive 5 packs in a whole lot but keeps the price downFrom on-wrist workouts to guided meditation sessions, the VivoActive 5 crams it all into one affordable packageWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
TechSmartwatchesGarmin VivoActive 5 packs in a whole lot but keeps the price downFrom on-wrist workouts to guided meditation sessions, the VivoActive 5 crams it all into one affordable packageWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
From on-wrist workouts to guided meditation sessions, the VivoActive 5 crams it all into one affordable package
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.
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Garminhas announced the launch of its latestfitness watchin the form of the VivoActive 5 and, in an unusual move for the brand, is offering a hell of a lot of features for a very reasonable price.
Where its premium watches, such as theGarmin Fenix 7 Proand second generation Epix, are pushing costs to “ouch that hurts” levels, the VivoActive 5 seems to be offering fitness tracking for the masses.
A super bright AMOLED screen takes centre stage, allowing users to quickly navigate to 30 preloaded GPS and indoor sports apps - including walking and running to rowing, pickleball, activities for wheelchair users and more.
Catering for seasoned fitness fanatics and newbies alike, Garmin also offers its suite of coaching and training plans that can help runners achieve their first 5K or even prepare for a marathon.
Of course, the watch also keeps tabs on calories burned, intensity minutes and improvements in VO2 Max, all so the wearer can make informed choices about upcoming workouts or events, and keep an eye on recovery time. Sleep-tracking functionality also helps to paint a clear overall picture of health.
It lacks the navigational functionality of morepremium watches, but makes up for this with a battery life that can last up to 11 days.
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There is also a bunch of smartwatch features that make it more than just a Joe Wicks for the wrist, such as text messages, email and call alerts from paired smartphones. Owners with compatibleAndroiddevices can also respond to texts using the on-watch keyboard and view photos directly from the watch screen.
The addition of Garmin Pay allows for contactless payments and the VivoActive 5 also now brings with it the ability to download tracks from Spotify,AmazonMusic and Deezer for listening (with paired Bluetooth headphones) without the need to lug your cumbersome smartphone along for the ride.
Garmin offers the VivoActive 5 in a number of muted colours, from pastel purples to solid blacks, and aretail price of $299.99 / £259.99.
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