Garmin unveils GPS handheld with satellite connectivity, LED flashlight and cameras
Along with the brand-new Garmin Fenix 8 Pro microLED, the outdoor specialist also introduced a new GPS today. This is a handheld device that, like the smartwatch, sports inReach integration. In conjunction with an inReach subscription, this gadget can make emergency calls via satellite, even when no mobile network is available.
In addition to emergency calls, it is also possible to send and receive text messages, as well as send photos and voice messages that are up to 30 seconds long. Friends and family can see the location of the GPSMap H1i Plus thanks to a feature called Garmin LiveTrack. The 3.5-inch touchscreen has a resolution of 470 x 282 pixels and is primarily used to show Garmin's TopoActive maps and satellite images that can pre-installed via WiFi. Premium maps are available after signing up for the Garmin Outdoor Maps+ subscription.
Garmin further advertises a battery life of up to 480 hours in expedition mode, 145 hours with active GPS navigation, or at least 48 hours with inReach enabled. When the battery runs out, it can be recharged via USB-C. Moreover, the Garmin GPSMap H1i Plus is IP67-certified and thus waterproof. It also features an LED flashlight, a 5MP selfie camera and a 8MP main camera for taking photos and sharing them via satellite. Meanwhiel, the built-in voice assistant can be useful for starting navigation or sending messages. Garmin has opted 64GB of storage for maps and other data.
Price and availability
The Garmin GPSMap H1i Plus handheld device with satellite connectivity is now available at Garmin’s online store for $999. The GPSMap H1, which doesn’t support satellite connectivity but is otherwise identical, is priced at $699.
Source(s)
Garmin (press release | product page)
