Why I’m Skipping the Garmin Fenix 9 at High Prices — What I’m Buying Instead

What happened

• Garmin announced the Fenix 9 and Fenix 9 Pro smartwatches.
• These watches are priced at over $1,000 / £850 / AU$1,500 each.
• The launch seemed aimed at sports buffs, but the pricing made the author question the necessity of these high-end features.

Why it matters for me

As an Apple Watch Series 10 owner, the high cost of Garmin devices made the author reconsider. While the Fenix 9 and Pro have great features like AMOLED displays and solar charging rumors, the price point is too high. The author believes that many of these advanced features will eventually be rolled out to more affordable devices in the Garmin lineup.

What to remember

• Garmin offers excellent alternatives without breaking the bank, such as the Garmin Venu 4 ($549.99 / £469.99 / AU$949).
• The Garmin Vivoactive 6 is a more affordable option at $299.99 / £279.99 / AU$549, offering 11 days of battery life and premium features.
• Patience is key; the author expects feature migration to lower-priced devices in the future.

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