The VA3 achieved this with a link-up with Verizon in the USA and the problem here for taking this functionality forwards is that Garmin will have to get multiple agreements with many cellphone companies worldwide and it is that which will limit the global rollout of LTE rather than Garmin’s ability to make the kit that can do it (which clearly they can).
Indeed I would expect other lines within Garmin to also have LTE in 2020. This is not on the Vivoactive 4 at present but I would be very surprised if this is not added in with another VA4 model within 6 months. LTE –The notable absence is LTE (a mobile phone connection to the internet within the watch). If it sells…why not? And towards Christmas, we will see some Star Wars versions too. Weird branded stuff –We also see the introduction of the MARVEL-branded watches. The battery lives are now good enough for Garmin to properly support AMOLED, so that old chestnut of an argument appears to be no more. In my opinion this is a MASSIVE strategic step for Garmin that is long overdue and I suspect that this awesome screen will gradually spread through Garmin’s ranges, certainly initially to the models that are more ‘smart’ than ‘sport’, essentially competing on LOOKS against the like of the Apple Watch. These screens are essentially ‘the pretty ones’ that you often see around town. The interesting point of difference with the VENU is Garmin’s first foray into AMOLED screens. To that end, we’ve seen the introduction of the MARQ version of the Fenix and so the VENU is the exact same move for the Vivoactive 4. Premium Versions –Garmin will continue to face pressure at the lower end of its ranges and must continue to position itself as a ‘generally premium’ vendor. Garmin’s sales volumes justify the introduction of the smaller-format Vivoactive 4s alongside the regular-sized Vivoactive 4. Sizing – Garmin has obviously realised by now that some people have thin wrists. There was also a Mercedes partnership which has some relevance to the present, so let’s not forget that even though I didn’t cover it on this blog at the time (I had some paint to watch dry). Let’s take a brief step back a year or so as we saw the original Vivoactive 3 morph into a MUSIC version and then an LTE version that was tied to work with Verizon. Garmin Vivoactive 4, 4S and Venu (4v) – The Headline Changes & Commentary Don’t forget that recent announcements like support for AmazonMusic will work equally on the old Vivoactive 3 as on the new Vivoactive 4.
Garmin vivoactive 4s series#
I’m probably not going to be reviewing the VivoActive 4 series so all questions below, please.įurther below is a detailed feature-by-feature comparison of the detailed specs of the 3 (2? 5?) new Vivoactive models, also showing the improvements from the earlier Vivoactive 3 Music. There should be NO restless nights ahead as Garmin make some predictable moves forward with the Vivoactive range as well as throwing in a few profitable & interesting moves. Along with the Fenix, this makes Garmin shareholders sleep soundly at night. Garmin’s demi-flagship watch is the Vivoactive. Garmin Vivoactive 4 Specifications, Comparisons & Opinion – Venu too Garmin Vivoactive 4 – Is it worth the upgrade?.Garmin Vivoactive 4, 4S and Venu (4v) Pricing & Availability.
Garmin Vivoactive 4 – Q: Is it worth the upgrade?.Garmin Vivoactive 4, 4S and Venu (4v) – What’s Different.Garmin Vivoactive 4, 4S and Venu (4v) – The Headline Changes & Commentary.Garmin Vivoactive 4 Specifications, Comparisons & Opinion – Venu too.
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