Garmin Fenix 9 Pro and others get free Waze integration

Garmin has officially confirmed in a press release that LiveTrack is getting Waze integration. This means that users of compatible Garmin smartwatches or bike computers can share their location with Waze during a bike ride. If an outdoor cycling activity is started after location sharing with the navigation app has been enabled in the Garmin Connect settings, then the cyclist appears as a small icon on the screen of all nearby Waze users, similar to how other cars appear when their drivers use Waze.

Garmin emphasizes that no personal data about the cyclist is shared with Waze, and that location sharing stops as soon as the workout ends. For cyclists, this feature is primarily intended to improve safety, as drivers can now see them not only on the road but also on the display of their navigation device or smartphone. This can make it easier for drivers to spot a cyclist, especially in poor visibility.

LiveTrack is available not only on expensive smartwatches such as the Garmin Fenix 9 Pro ($1,099 on Amazon) or the Forerunner 970, as well as current bike computers such as the Garmin Edge Explore 3 Plus, but also on numerous cheaper and older models. Conveniently, no paid Garmin Connect subscription is required to use LiveTrack and the Waze integration. Further details about Garmin LiveTrack can be found on Garmin's website .