Fenix 8, Garmin’s good (not really) software support, and new strength training features

Fenix 8, Garmin’s good (not really) software support, and new strength training features

Consolidation? Recently (at the time of writing this), Garmin released the Fenix 8 line. People have been criticizing Garmin for offering too many similar models for a long time, and it looks like Garmin has finally listened. Now, the Epix and Fenix are essentially the same model, with MIP and AMOLED options – nice! I…

Two Weeks in the Alps

Two Weeks in the Alps

A Return to the Alps 🙂 Recently, I got back from my vacation in the Alps. It was a fantastic two weeks filled with a lot of hiking and even a bit of climbing. Previous summer I used my Galaxy Watch for hiking (check “Galaxy Watch + Komoot + Hiking: Battery Usage” for details), but…

Smartwatch Battery Life: What’s Truly ‘Good Enough’?

Smartwatch Battery Life: What’s Truly ‘Good Enough’?

Battery life of a smartwatch is a known issue. The watches become better over time, but powerful watches like WearOS based, still struggle from a short battery life. But do they? Do you really need a week of battery life? Obviously, more is better. Indefinite battery life would be an ideal option. But, being realistic…

Creating a routing in Garmin Connect

Strength Training with a Garmin: Before You Go to a Gym

Before purchasing my Garmin Venu 3, I researched how people use their Garmins for strength and weightlifting. Unfortunately, the information I found wasn’t very applicable to my training style. So, let me start by outlining my approach to training, allowing you to assess its relevance to you. All Garmin watches handle this same way, so…

Update for your Galaxy Watch

Galaxy Watches FAQ

The screen turns off even if Always On Display is activated Most common reasons for this are: Neither Galaxy Watch 7 nor Galaxy Watch ultra have rotating bezel – did Samsung drop it? No. This is not officially stated, but according to various sources Samsung releases a classic version with a rotating bezel in the…