Garmin - Smartwatch Tactix 8 Solar Elite

Suitable for the following wrist circumferences:

• Silicone strap: 127-210 mm
• UltraFit strap: 127-225 mm
• Leather strap: 135-213 mm
• Metal strap: 135-225 mm

• Display size: 35.56 mm (1.4-inch) diameter
• Display resolution: 280 x 280 pixels
• Display: Sunlight-visible, transflective MIP display (Memory in Pixel)

Battery life

• Smartwatch: Up to 30 days/48 days with solar charging*
• Battery saver mode: Up to 48 days/107 days with solar charging*
• GPS mode: Up to 95 hours/149 hours with solar**
• All satellite systems: Up to 68 hours/92 hours with solar**
• All satellite systems + multiband: Up to 52 hours/65 hours with solar charging***
• All satellite systems + music: Up to 18 hours
• Max battery GPS mode: Up to 186 hours/653 hours with solar**
• Expedition GPS mode: Up to 50 days/118 days with solar*
  * With solar charging; assumes all-day wear with 3 hours per day outdoors in 50,000 lux. ** With solar charging; assumes continuous use in 50,000 lux for the entire period. *** Solar charging; assumes use in 50,000 lux and normal use with SatIQ technology
  
• RUGGED DESIGN: The Tactix 8 features a brilliant 1.4-inch AMOLED touchscreen display, a titanium bezel, sapphire glass and an optimized user interface. The multisport smartwatch has been tested to U.S. military standards for thermal performance, shock resistance and water resistance.
• YOU’RE IN COMMAND: Discover tactical features such as the Jumpmaster activity, waypoint projection, dual-position GPS format, stealth mode, kill switch, compatibility with night-vision goggles and rucking activity.
• LEAD THE WAY: Get highly accurate track recording thanks to multi-band reception of global satellite systems. SatIQ™ dynamically adjusts the mode to achieve optimal positioning while saving battery.
• APPLIED BALLISTICS: The preinstalled Applied Ballistics feature provides you with firing solutions for long-range shooting.
• DIVE FEATURES: The smartwatch supports recreational diving (single gas) and freediving for dives down to 40 meters thanks to official dive certification and waterproof, inductive buttons.
• INTEGRATED LED FLASHLIGHT: The integrated LED flashlight offers excellent illumination in the dark thanks to different light intensities. In night-vision mode, the white light is deactivated and the green LED is dimmable.
  

TACTICAL

• NIGHT VISION MODE: Operate your smartwatch even with night-vision devices or in the dark. You can also further reduce brightness and dim the display via controls.
• STEALTH MODE: Activate stealth mode to stop storing and sharing your GPS position. Wireless connectivity and communication are also disabled.
• WAYPOINT PROJECTION: With waypoint projection, you can determine new coordinates based on your current position and a specified distance, and use them for further navigation.
• RUCKING ACTIVITY: A dedicated rucking activity profile lets you enter your backpack weight.
• DIRECT-TO NAVIGATION: Navigate directly to a position or waypoint in the worldwide aviation database. Or use the “nearest” function to route to the closest airport.
• AVIATION WEATHER INFORMATION: Receive weather reports such as wind and visibility conditions, air pressure and more. You can also access NEXRAD weather radar, METARs and TAFs2.
• AB QUANTUM APP: Download the AB Quantum app to your compatible Apple® or Android™ smartphone to manage profiles and targets or use the smartphone as an additional display.

NAVIGATION

• OUTDOOR MAPS+: Subscribe to Outdoor Maps+ to receive premium map content, including satellite imagery and optimized topographic maps that can be downloaded directly to the smartwatch.
• SATIQ TECHNOLOGY: Get highly accurate track recording through multi-band reception of global satellite systems. SatIQ™ dynamically adjusts the mode to achieve optimal positioning while saving battery.
• INTERNATIONAL TOPO MAPS: Preinstalled TopoActive maps from around the world ensure you stay on track during your adventures. Download additional maps via Wi-Fi.
• NEXTFORK™ MAP GUIDANCE: While navigating, a quick glance shows you the distance to the next junction and the name of the trail.
• POIS ALONG THE ROUTE: Get clear information during races for specific POI points along your route, such as aid stations.
• TURN-BY-TURN DIRECTIONS: Use the Garmin Connect™ app to create routes or find existing ones. Alternatively, sync routes from your favorite third-party platforms and receive turn-by-turn directions.
• SKIVIEW™ MAPS: View the names of ski runs and see difficulty ratings for more than 2,000 preinstalled ski resorts worldwide.
• GOLF COURSE MAPS: Get CourseView maps for more than 43,000 golf courses worldwide – preinstalled and in color.
  
  

PERFORMANCE

• HARD TRAINING: Boost your performance and endurance while reducing your risk of injury with improved strength training plans, real-time stamina data, sport-specific workouts and a wide range of built-in sports apps.
• ENDURANCE SCORE: Based on VO2 max, training load and other factors, this feature helps you estimate how well you can sustain prolonged effort.
• RACE PREDICTOR: Get an estimate of your potential finish time for a 5K, 10K, half marathon or marathon.
• PACEPRO™: Plan your race-day strategy with GPS-based pace guidance for a specific course or distance.
• CLIMBPRO: MANAGE ASCENTS PROPERLY: See real-time information on current and upcoming climbs on downloaded routes.
• GRADE-ADJUSTED PACE: Find out what your running pace would be if you were running with the same effort on flat ground or on an incline.
• TRAINING READINESS: Right after waking up, receive a training readiness score based on sleep quality2, recovery, training load and more. You’ll immediately know whether to train hard today or take it easier.
• TRAINING STATUS: Get insights to see whether you’re building fitness, peaking or overreaching.
• PHYSIOLOGICAL METRICS: Assess your performance with advanced training metrics such as VO2 max, training load and more.
• MULTISPORT AUTO TRANSITION: This feature detects when the sport changes during multisport activities – whether swimming, cycling or running. You can fully focus on the race and let the smartwatch record your splits.
• HILL SCORE: Measure your ability to run uphill and evaluate your progress over time based on VO2 max and training history.
• DAILY WORKOUT SUGGESTIONS: View daily workout suggestions for the entire week. After each run or bike ride, the recommendations are adjusted.
• RECOVERY TIME: Find out how long you should recover before your next intense workout. This is based on your last training session.
• RACE CALENDAR: Use training tips, personalized daily workout suggestions and more to see how long you need to prepare for your next race.
• RUNNING DYNAMICS AT THE WRIST: View key running dynamics, including cadence, stride length, ground contact time and more.
• GARMIN COACH: Prepare for your next race, train for a milestone or simply improve your fitness with adaptive Garmin Coach or preloaded training plans.
  
  

ACTIVITIES

• RECORD EVERY ACTIVITY: Use preinstalled activity profiles to get data and insights based on your activities. You can even record team sports such as football, racket sports and more.
• HIIT WORKOUTS: Record your HIIT workouts, including AMRAP, EMOM, Tabata or custom workouts.
• ANIMATED WORKOUTS: Follow animated cardio, strength, yoga and Pilates workouts on the smartwatch display.
• SKI TOURS AND SPLITBOARD TOURS: Automatically record ascents and descents and track how much time you spend between runs.
• XC SKI POWER: Measure training load when paired with an HRM-Pro™ Plus heart rate chest strap (sold separately)
• MTB DYNAMICS: Record the details of your ride with dedicated Grit® and Flow™ metrics.
  
  

HEALTH

• MORNING REPORT: Receive an overview of your sleep and workout suggestions in the morning, along with information on HRV status and the weather. You can even customize the report to your preferences.
• HRV STATUS: Get a clearer picture of your overall health during sleep and gain valuable insights into your wellness, recovery and fitness thanks to daily and 7-day averages.
• WRIST-BASED HEART RATE: This smartwatch regularly measures your heart rate2 and helps you gauge how hard you’re working during activities.
• GARMIN ECG APP: The ECG app3 uses sensors to record the electrical signals that control your heartbeat. It analyzes the recording to detect signs of an irregular heart rhythm known as atrial fibrillation.
• PULSE OX SENSOR: Track your blood oxygen saturation while you’re awake or asleep to see how well your body is adapting to altitude4.
• SLEEP COACH: Receive a sleep score and personalized coaching on how much sleep you need. Track sleep stages and get insights to help optimize your sleep quality2.
• NAP DETECTION: Automatically track or log your naps. Based on the data, you’ll know how naps benefit your body, when the ideal time is and how long they should be.
• JET LAG ADVISER: Depending on your destination, get personalized recommendations on sleep schedule, light exposure and activity to minimize the effects of jet lag.
• BODY BATTERY™: Measure your energy reserves based on heart rate variability, stress, sleep quality and activity, so you can better plan your day and maintain enjoyment in your sport2.
• STRESS TRACKING: See what kind of day you’re having: calm, balanced or stressful.
• HEALTH SNAPSHOT™: Complete a 2-minute session to record key health statistics, then generate a report you can share with your doctor.
• RESPIRATION TRACKING: See how many breaths you take per minute during the day, while sleeping, during breathing exercises and during yoga.
• HYDRATION TRACKING: Adequate fluid intake is important for your health. Log how much water you drink each day and see whether you drink a similar amount from day to day.
• ALTITUDE AND HEAT ACCLIMATION: View how your body is adapting to current altitude or heat based on your health data.
  

ALWAYS UP TO DATE

• PHONE CALLS AND VOICE ASSISTANT: Enjoy the convenience of making and receiving calls from your wrist – or use your smartphone’s voice assistant to reply to text messages and more (when paired with your compatible iPhone® or Android™ smartphone). Specific watch functions can even be activated offline via voice command.
• GARMIN CONNECT APP: The Garmin Connect™ app shows you everything about your health, fitness and activities. Update your smartwatch, gain insights, join the community and more.
• GARMIN MESSENGER™ APP: Communicate via two-way SMS5 right from your wrist.
• SMART NOTIFICATIONS: Receive emails, text messages and alerts directly on the smartwatch when paired with your compatible Apple or Android smartphone.
• MUSIC: Download songs and playlists from your Spotify®, Deezer or Amazon Music account (subscription required). Use wireless headphones (sold separately) to listen to music without your smartphone.
• GARMIN PAY™: Enjoy the freedom of going cashless. Pay contactless with your smartwatch via participating providers.
• GARMIN SHARE: Share routes, workouts and locations you’ve planned quickly and easily with other compatible Garmin products.
• SAFETY FEATURES: If you feel unsafe or your smartwatch detects an incident, a message with your live location is sent to your emergency contacts6.
• STOCKS TRACKER: Keep an eye on up to 50 of your favorite stocks7 – right on your wrist.
• CONNECT IQ™ STORE: Download watch faces, data fields and apps from your paired smartphone.
• POWER MANAGER: See how different settings and sensors affect the smartwatch’s battery life.