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Garmin releases five branded watch faces for US military branches

Garmin has launched five Connect IQ watch faces featuring official logos of the US Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, and Space Force, timed for Veterans Day. Each face costs $4.99 and includes a digital clock, date, and indicators for steps and battery life, and works across a range of fēnix, Instinct, tactix, Forerunner, and other compatible devices. Garmin says a portion of the proceeds will go toward programs supporting military personnel, veterans, and their families.

androidauthority.com · 2026-11-11

Garmin Connect IQ 9.3 opens microphone and speaker access to third-party apps

Garmin has released Connect IQ 9.3, an update that lets third-party apps use the microphone and speaker on select smartwatches, including the Fenix 8/9, Forerunner 570/970, Venu 4/X1, and Approach S72. Previously, this hardware access was largely reserved for Garmin's own software. The update does include limits, such as preventing recording when a third-party app runs in the background.

androidauthority.com · 2026-10-23