Garmin wants you to pay for AI features and enhanced software updates - is it worth it?

Matthew Miller/ZDNET The main reason I always have a Garmin watch on my wrist is due to the comprehensive ecosystem powered by Garmin Connect. While the service will continue to provide a free, personalized experience via its phone app and website, Garmin recently launched another option, called Garmin Connect Plus, for those who want more from their devices, and it is, understandably, rubbing the community the wrong way. More later. Also: New FDA-cleared blood pressure monitor delivers medical grade results at home Garmin Connect Plus is an optional subscription service for $6.99 monthly or $69.99 annually. There's a free 30-day trial to test the service, which includes new tools like Active Intelligence, powered by AI, designed to give you insights personalized to your daily health and activity data collected by various Garmin devices. The more you use it, the more it will be tailored to you and your goals. Garmin Connect Plus also includes a new performance dashboard with custom ... Read full article.