Garmin® refreshes its popular handheld GPSMAP® series, introduces larger display, Galileo support and expanded battery life with tracking up to one week

UK September 5, 2018/Business Wire — Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced two additions to the trusted and top-selling outdoor GPS handheld series – the GPSMAP 66s and the GPSMAP 66st. These updated specialist handhelds bring Galileo positioning support, up to one week of tracking in Expedition mode, expanded wireless connectivity, and a larger 3-inch sunlight readable colour display. The GPSMAP 66st offers preloaded TopoActive maps for Europe.

“The GPSMAP 66 builds on the legendary GPSMAP series heritage by adding new and requested features like a bigger screen, global weather forecasting and up to one week battery life on tracking,” said Martin Resch, Senior Product Manager Outdoor. “Between support of GPS, GLONASS or GALILEO and connectivity to the new Garmin ExploreTM app, the new GPSMAP 66s / GPSMAP 66st are reliable companions for any adventure.”

With direct-to-device downloads via Wi-Fi® or Bluetooth® of BirdsEye Satellite Imagery (no annual subscription needed), users can see high-resolution photo-realistic views of their route, easily find parks, trailheads, clearings for campsites and more. Plus, the GPSMAP 66st comes preloaded with TopoActive Europe maps so users can see their destination in more detail, like coastlines, rivers, summits, terrain contours and geographical points.

Receive weather updates for real-time worldwide forecast information by pairing the GPSMAP 66 series device via Buetoooth® to a compatible mobile device. The handheld will also provide predictive maps for temperature and wind speed/direction, as well as live weather radar to keep the user aware of how the weather might affect their outdoor explorations.

With the introduction of the new Garmin ExploreTM app, users will be able to access additional tools and features for outdoor navigation, trip planning, mapping and data sharing. Before heading out on the next adventure, the Garmin Explore app can be used to plan the – trip and download maps for off grid viewing on your mobile device. Then when out on the trail and away from a data connection, the Explore app will seamlessly sync with a compatible Garmin GPS device to view current location, plan and navigate routes, as well as set and manage waypoints.

Other new GPSMPAP 66s/st connected features include Geocaching Live and compatibility to the Connect IQ platform – giving users access to over 9 million trails through the preloaded Wikiloc app. The GPSMAP 66s/st devices pair easily with the Garmin inReach Mini, allowing the user to send and receive messages directly on their device.

This rugged handheld series is built for extreme adventures. Between the multi-satellite support through GPS, GLONASS or GALILEO and ABC (altimeter, barometer and compass) sensor capabilities with autocalibration, the GPSMAP 66s/st will track the entire journey. The handheld devices have 16 hours of battery life in full GPS mode and can track the users position for up to one week using Expedition mode on a single set of AA batteries. These devices include an LED flashlight and SOS beacon that can be used to signal for help. In addition to the large 3-inch sunlight-readable colour display, it’s built to military standards for thermal, shock and water performace (MIL-STD-810G).

Available in Q4, the GPSMAP 66s will have a suggested retail price of £399.99, and the GPSMAP 66st will be available for £449.99.

The GPSMAP 66s and GPSMAP 66st are the latest solutions from Garmin’s expanding outdoor segment, which focuses on developing technologies and innovations to enhance users’ outdoor experiences. Whether hiking, trail running, mountain biking, golfing, diving or using satellite communication, Garmin devices are essential tools for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels. For more information about Garmin’s other outdoor products and services, go to garmin.com/outdoors, garmin.blogs.com and twitter.com/garmin.

For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary business units, including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor recreation.

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