Everything That's New & Changed!

Key Points:

• Garmin has launched the Forerunner 70, a significant upgrade over the popular Forerunner 55, featuring a 1.2” AMOLED touchscreen, improved sensors, revamped UI, and over 60 new sport profiles, making it comparable to higher-end Fenix-series devices.
• The watch introduces advanced training features like Training Readiness, Training Status, and a Quick Workout Creator that allows users to generate on-demand workouts based on desired intensity and duration, enhancing usability for runners and fitness enthusiasts.
• Battery life is strong, offering up to 13 days in smartwatch mode, 5 days with always-on display, and up to 23 hours in GPS mode, while supporting a wide range of sensors including external heart rate monitors and cycling accessories.
• Garmin has packed numerous health and lifestyle features such as sleep coaching, HRV tracking, pulse ox, and new widgets including equipment tracking, race calendar, and Garmin Share, all without requiring a subscription to Garmin Connect+.
• Priced at $249, the Forerunner 70 is positioned as a competitively priced, feature-rich option for road runners and general fitness users, aiming to challenge competitors like COROS, Suunto, and Polar, though it lacks offline maps, music storage, and contactless payments.