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In the video, Dave discusses recent leaks about Garmin's upcoming Phoenix 8 watches, inadvertently revealed by Finnish retailer, Multitronic. The models come in four varieties with sizes of 43 mm, 47 mm, and 51 mm, and are expected to launch between late August and early September. The Phoenix E model, a more affordable edition, is speculated to be geared towards adventure and outdoor use, potentially lacking some high-end smartwatch features. The speaker suggests that Garmin might consolidate their lineup, possibly adopting OLED displays across all Phoenix 8 sizes, potentially phasing out the Epic line, which was known for its OLED screen and battery life suitable for ultra-distance events. The importance of technological advancements over naming conventions is highlighted, along with a call for viewer engagement and support.
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In this part of the video, Dave discusses leaks about Garmin’s new Phoenix watches. A Finnish retailer, Multitronic, accidentally listed product pages for the Phoenix 8, revealing four models in three different sizes. The pages, now removed but archived, mentioned the Phoenix 8 models in 43, 47, and 51 mm sizes, and a Phoenix E model at 47 mm. Product codes and prices appeared credible, with launches expected between September 4th and 6th. Another Finnish website listed similar models with an August 31st launch date, indicating a late August announcement and early September release. Notably, the S size model increases to 43 mm, suggesting more pixels for users.
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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses Garmin’s new Phoenix e model, which is more affordable compared to other models. They note the absence of the Epic line, which had been well-received due to its OLED screen and battery life suited for ultra-distance events. The speaker speculates that Garmin might be transitioning to OLED displays for all sizes of the Phoenix 8, potentially replacing the Epic line. They suggest the Phoenix e could be targeted towards adventure or outdoor use, possibly lacking some premium smartwatch features. The consolidation of models could simplify Garmin’s lineup, reducing customer confusion.
00:06:00
In this part of the video, the speaker discusses their experience with various Garmin products, such as the Forerunner, Fenix, and Epix, emphasizing that naming conventions are less important than technological advancement and quality. They express appreciation for the engagement in the comment section and encourage viewers to continue interacting. Additionally, the speaker asks for support via likes and subscriptions as they aim to reach 1,000 subscribers, acknowledging this milestone’s significance to them. They also invite viewers to watch another video for further insights on potential new Garmin product form factors.