Apple Watch Series 1 vs Garmin fēnix Chronos

Apple Watch Series 1 Garmin fēnix Chronos
Model Apple
Watch Series 1		 Garmin
fēnix Chronos

Basic Info
Suggested Price 299 1499.99
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Release Oct 2016 Oct 2016

Reviews
BestBuy Rating 4.7 4
Walmart Rating 4.8 0.0

Overview
Top Features
  • Aluminum case with Sport Band
  • Dual-core processor
  • Splash resistant¹
  • Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n 2.4Ghz)
  • Bluetooth 4.0
  • Heart rate sensor
  • Accelerometer
  • Gyroscope
  • Ambient light sensor
  • OLED Retina display with Force Touch
  • Ion-X glass
  • Built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life²
  • Magnetic charging cable
  • Apple Watch requires an iPhone 5 or later.
  • Classic Buckle, Leather Loop, Modern Buckle, Milanese Loop, and Link Bracelet bands are not water resistant.
  • ¹Apple Watch Series 1 is splash and water resistant but not waterproof. You can, for example, wear and use Apple Watch Series 1 during exercise, in the rain, and while washing your hands, but submerging Apple Watch Series 1 is not recommended.
  • Apple Watch has a water resistance rating of IP67 under IEC standard 60529.
  • ²Testing conducted by Apple in August 2016 using preproduction Apple Watch Series 1, Apple Watch Series 2, and Apple Watch Edition, each paired with an iPhone; all devices tested with prerelease software.
  • All-day battery life is based on 18 hours with the following use: 90 time checks, 90 notifications, 45 minutes of app use, and a 30-minute workout with music playback from Apple Watch via Bluetooth, over the course of 18 hours.
  • Battery life varies by use, configuration, and many other factors; actual results will vary.
  • TM © and 2016 Apple Inc. All rights reserved.
  • Compatible with select Apple, Android and Windows devices
    Garmin Connect and Garmin Connect™ Mobile include automatic uploads, live tracking and social media sharing plus unique, optional apps for watch/phone integration.
  • Smart notifications
    See incoming calls, texts and other alerts right on your watch.
  • Garmin Chroma Display™
    1.2-inch high-resolution, sunlight-readable color display.
  • Golf metrics
    Pair with your smartphone to download course distances from our golf course database — with more than 40,000 worldwide courses.
  • Titanium case
    Along with a titanium hybrid watch band ensures durability and an elegant look.
  • Quick release bands
    Interchangeable fēnix Chronos watch bands can be easily replaced without tools.
  • Navigator + ABC
    High-sensitivity GPS and GLONASS positioning with automatic calibrating altimeter, barometer and 3-axis compass.

All Features
Countdown Yes
Alarm Yes Yes
Internet Connectable Yes
Calendar Yes
Case Width 1.4 inches
Mobile Notifications Yes Yes
Rechargeable Battery Yes Yes
Charging Interface(s) Wireless
Model Family Apple Watch Series 1
Stopwatch Yes
Battery Size Not Applicable Non-removable rechargeable battery
Vibration Alert Yes
Date/Time Display Date and time
Body Metrics Measured Heart rate Calories burned
Voice Activated Yes
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Parts 1 year 1 year
Text Messaging Yes
Clock Display Yes Yes
Color Space Gray Aluminum
Curved Screen No
Email Capable Yes
Operating System Compatibility Apple iOS Android
Screen Size 42 millimeters
Bluetooth Enabled Yes
Wi-Fi Compatibility Bluetooth None
Bluetooth Version 4.0
Built-In Microphone Yes
Battery-Strength Indicator Yes
Series Series 1 fenix
Band Material Other Titanium
Additional Accessories Included Sport Band (can be configured for either S/M or M/L length); 1m Magnetic Charging Cable Extra black sport band
Screen Type Digital LCD
GPS Enabled No Yes
Touch Screen Yes
No-Contract Yes
Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion
Processor Brand Apple
Sensors Accelerometer
Color Category Gray Silver
Model Number MP032LL/A 010-01957-01
Product Name Apple Watch Series 1 42mm Space Gray Aluminum Case Black Sport Band fēnix® Chronos Smartwatch 49mm Titanium with Titanium Hybrid Band
Case Length 1.7 inches
Operating System watchOS
Manufacturer’s Warranty – Labor 1 year 1 year
Brand Apple Garmin
Music Player Yes
Water Resistant No Yes
Maximum Usage Time 18 hours 168 hours
Case Thickness 0.4 inches
Maximum Depth of Water Resistance 328 feet
Band Color Brushed Titanium Hybrid
Multi-Sport Tracking Yes
Automatic Sync Yes
Internal Memory 0.023 gigabytes
Phone No
Case Material Titanium
Wireless Syncing Yes

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