[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

I'm really impressed with the new Sony GPS chip. The tracing is clean and accurate when walking.

What is your experience ?

 

[Ottovonn]

I'm somewhat interested in the Fenix 6 Line. I read somewhere that the display of these watches can be set to stay on all the time. Is this correct? Also, is the Fenix similar to the Instinct in the sense that I can use most of the basic functions without connecting the watch to my phone all the time?

 

[Divine_Madcat]

I'm somewhat interested in the Fenix 6 Line. I read somewhere that the display of these watches can be set to stay on all the time. Is this correct? Also, is the Fenix similar to the Instinct in the sense that I can use most of the basic functions without connecting the watch to my phone all the time?

You are correct; the screen is always on (not sure if you can even turn it off), and still it manages 2-3 weeks battery. I have done 3 gps activies, and been wearing it since I got it, and my watch is still at 45%. I'll likely charge it this weekend for a full 2 weeks of straight use.

Also lime ghee instinct, it works just fine with no phone. If you get a pro model, it will store maps and music onboard, so you can navigate (even turn by turn) while listening to bluetooth without a phone at all. ABC function is also standard, as is heart rate and exercise tracking. In fact, the ONLY thing it NEEDS a active phone connection is for real time weather and notifications. I work where I am not allowed to have my phone, and use my 6x all dau, no problem.

 

[Ottovonn]

You are correct; the screen is always on (not sure if you can even turn it off), and still it manages 2-3 weeks battery. I have done 3 gps activies, and been wearing it since I got it, and my watch is still at 45%. I'll likely charge it this weekend for a full 2 weeks of straight use.

Also lime ghee instinct, it works just fine with no phone. If you get a pro model, it will store maps and music onboard, so you can navigate (even turn by turn) while listening to bluetooth without a phone at all. ABC function is also standard, as is heart rate and exercise tracking. In fact, the ONLY thing it NEEDS a active phone connection is for real time weather and notifications. I work where I am not allowed to have my phone, and use my 6x all dau, no problem.

Wow, I'm impressed. I'm an Instinct owner and may consider adding the Fenix 6, especially knowing now that it doesn't have to be tethered to my phone all the time. Thank you for your helpful response.

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[Divine_Madcat]

Wow, I'm impressed. I'm an Instinct owner and may consider adding the Fenix 6, especially knowing now that it doesn't have to be tethered to my phone all the time. Thank you for your helpful response.

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Happy to help (and sorry for the typos, I was typing on my phone and autocorrect is horrible)! Also happy to answer any other questions that pop up down the line.
Informally, my 6x has been exactly what I have been wanting from the Fenix line. a good size screen (always felt the earlier models had too much bezel), good battery life (and on mine, I like that the solar can boost its life), and a very smooth interface (much smoother than previous models). I love being able to leave my desk, start a run/walk activity, and without my phone, see a map of the area and where I want to go. the previous models were good, but this has really been ideal for me.

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Using that same old watchface as on my Fenix 5X two years ago.
It feels like I haven't changed my watch for a long time...
The IQ watchface seems to slow the fenix a bit when moving to widgets and getting back to the watchface. No sluggish feel when switching between widgets though...

The Garmin Store is slowly getting updated but still a lot of 'IQ! ' to be cured by dev'.

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[gaijin]

Using that same old watchface as on my Fenix 5X two years ago.
It feels like I haven't changed my watch for a long time...
The IQ watchface seems to slow the fenix a bit when moving to widgets and getting back to the watchface. No sluggish feel when switching between widgets though...

The Garmin Store is slowly getting updated but still a lot of 'IQ! ' to be cured by dev'.

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Which watch face is that?

TIA

 

[elborderas]

Which watch face is that?

TIA

SC8

The IQ watchface seems to slow the fenix a bit when moving to widgets and getting back to the watchface. No sluggish feel when switching between widgets though...

I also notice the lag, pretty much with all watchfaces that are not included by default in the OS.
However SC8 is not the worst there. There are others with more lag.
But, as you said, it only happens when you leave or return to the watchface

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

Which watch face is that?

TIA

Oh it is the good old SC8 by Stanislas Bures. My favorite watchface for 2 years and half.

Here a pic from my archive on my old 5X:

 

[gaijin]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

Oh it is the good old SC8 by Stanislas Bures. My favorite watchface for 2 years and half.

Thank you very much for turning me on to this watch face. I had a few less than satisfying experiences with third party watch faces on my fenix 3 and tactix Bravo, so I had generally discounted them. I had no idea how far the Connect IQ platform in general, and the watch faces in particular, had advanced in the last couple of years.

This is a very well thought out watch face. Here it is on my 6X Pro:

Other than a couple of very minor niggles (time format can only be 12-Hour or 24-Hour - no Military format available which means I lose the leading zero in times less than 12 hours (see Sunrise time in pic) and still have the separating colon) it is working very well. I was pleasantly surprised that many of the items can be formatted on my phone through the Connect IQ App - never knew that was possible.

So, thanks again for broadening my horizon.

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

Thank you very much for turning me on to this watch face. I had a few less than satisfying experiences with third party watch faces on my fenix 3 and tactix Bravo, so I had generally discounted them. I had no idea how far the Connect IQ platform in general, and the watch faces in particular, had advanced in the last couple of years.

This is a very well thought out watch face. Here it is on my 6X Pro:

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Other than a couple of very minor niggles (time format can only be 12-Hour or 24-Hour - no Military format available which means I lose the leading zero in times less than 12 hours (see Sunrise time in pic) and still have the separating colon) it is working very well. I was pleasantly surprised that many of the items can be formatted on my phone through the Connect IQ App - never knew that was possible.

So, thanks again for broadening my horizon.

You are welcome !

Nice touch this clear/grey silicon watchband on your 6X Pro !

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

Weather on Friday the 13th.
Major metro strike in the city means walking will be mandatory.

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

I have tried a Moon Grey Nick Mankey hook strap... But it looks like I'm at the hospital and they have attached some more monitoring equipment....
Back to leather but a titanium bracelet is coming by feet from China....

 

[warren_S5]

Hi, I’m looking at a 6X Pro (moving over from Apple Watch 4), and was wondering whether:
1) This watch will work well with Apple AirPods without constant drop outs
2) It will work with the majority of UK banks for making payments
The Apple Watch has a nice OLED display, but for triathlon it’s a non starter, trying to use when mountain biking is a nightmare, but it does have a few useful redeeming features like calendar integration with mapping and talking through it when you can’t immediately lay your hands on your phone.
I had a Fenix 5 a few years ago (when it first launched) but it was plagued with software issues so I returned it. Tempted to give it another try if the software stability has improved as these look so much better with the bigger screens and better resolutions.
Many thanks in advance for any advice👍🏻

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Re: Fenix 6 (Solar?) & Tactical Garmin Instinct

Another attempt on Nick Mankey Lunar Grey.

A true hommage at Space 1999 which happen on 13th September 1999....
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[AlexxvD]

Guys, i have question:

I'm in doubt between the G-Shock GG-B100 (Carbon Mudmaster) and the Garmin Instinct Tactical.

I work in the Netherlands Airforce and i'm looking for a robust watch for everyday use. Around the aircraft, it will take a beating, as when we're out.

I like the idea of the smartwatch by Garmin, even more with the "Tactical" edition of the instinct, but i'm used to G-Shocks.

Anybody who can share their experiences?

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Hi, I'm looking at a 6X Pro (moving over from Apple Watch 4), and was wondering whether:
1) This watch will work well with Apple AirPods without constant drop outs
2) It will work with the majority of UK banks for making payments
The Apple Watch has a nice OLED display, but for triathlon it's a non starter, trying to use when mountain biking is a nightmare, but it does have a few useful redeeming features like calendar integration with mapping and talking through it when you can't immediately lay your hands on your phone.
I had a Fenix 5 a few years ago (when it first launched) but it was plagued with software issues so I returned it. Tempted to give it another try if the software stability has improved as these look so much better with the bigger screens and better resolutions.
Many thanks in advance for any advice����

"The fenix 6 is built to military standards.
So, less like a smartwatch, more like a smart … tank."

Hope it helps. ;-)

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Guys, i have question:

I'm in doubt between the G-Shock GG-B100 (Carbon Mudmaster) and the Garmin Instinct Tactical.

I work in the Netherlands Airforce and i'm looking for a robust watch for everyday use. Around the aircraft, it will take a beating, as when we're out.

I like the idea of the smartwatch by Garmin, even more with the "Tactical" edition of the instinct, but i'm used to G-Shocks.

Anybody who can share their experiences?

Look at the Instinct thread in this forum. This is just the best tool watch for a military life IMHO in the 250 euros range.
(Big bezel and built to military specs... It can be frozen and boiled... Read the thread for the videos. And the functions, activities or monitoring just work great. It is an ABC GPS Life monitoring watch !! )

The GG-B100 without solar is a joke. Ready to change the battery in two years ?
My Casio Raysman (solar) from 1998 is still running strong on its 1st battery (all the rest case and strap have rotten...) Casio is running backward on the nostalgic dreams. I don't understand them and I don't trust them anymore. They are just ready to make big money on the G-Shock we always wanted for decades...
I have been dreaming for metallic G-shock to come back.
But look at that titanium square which is going to be sold at 1500 euros. What is happening here ?
Carbon Core Quad Sensor watch with no solar and no multiband ?
For who ? Millenials who ignore the lineage of the Gs ?

 

[Rocket1991]

Look at the Instinct thread in this forum. This is just the best tool watch for a military life IMHO in the 250 euros range.
(Big bezel and built to military specs... It can be frozen and boiled... Read the thread for the videos. And the functions, activities or monitoring just work great. It is an ABC GPS Life monitoring watch !! )

The GG-B100 without solar is a joke. Ready to change the battery in two years ?
My Casio Raysman (solar) from 1998 is still running strong on its 1st battery (all the rest case and strap have rotten...) Casio is running backward on the nostalgic dreams. I don't understand them and I don't trust them anymore. They are just ready to make big money on the G-Shock we always wanted for decades...
I have been dreaming for metallic G-shock to come back.
But look at that titanium square which is going to be sold at 1500 euros. What is happening here ?
Carbon Core Quad Sensor watch with no solar and no multiband ?
For who ? Millenials who ignore the lineage of the Gs ?

 

[Nemo_Sandman]

Aaaah tides!!

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