Garmin Fenix 6S Solar

The Garmin Solar family expands with the appearance of the Garmin Fenix 6S Solar. The outdoor heart rate monitor of the American company that stands out for the possibility of solar charging has revolutionized the market. Thus, from Runnea we want to present what are the main features of this version that is characterized above all by having a smaller diameter.

The Garmin Fenix 6S Solar GPS multisport watch designed for the most demanding and experienced athletes is focused on achieving superior performance in race and includes the most advanced technology of the moment . Thus, the innovative Solar technology of the brand through a lens with photovoltaic cells, allows to extend the battery life through solar energy.

Garmin Fenix 6S Solar, main features

The new training device, Garmin Fenix 6S Solar, comes into action through the innovative Power Glass that enables its connection and operation for several weeks. What's more, solar charging provides hours, even days, of extra battery life for the athlete.

As we have already mentioned, physically the model has a smaller diameter than its original version, 42mm, and a 12 screen. In addition, it brings with it a long list of features, including some more common in smartwatches such as: the Garmin Pay function, smart notifications, music storage and playback, or sleep measurement and quality.

Advanced training features.

Like all of Garmins latest generation watches, the Fenix 6S Solar model contains the heart rate sensor at the wrist as well as a pulxiometer that through light beams will keep you aware of your body's responses once active.

This high-performance electronic device includes among its features the ABC sensors, which incorporate an altimeter to know what are the altitude data, as well as a barometer for possible weather changes that may arise along the route and a compass on three axes that allows you to maintain orientation at all times.

The PacePro function will accompany you to find the ideal pace for your favorite activity, and thus achieve superior performance.

Before commenting on the technical specifications of this model, from Runnea we would like to highlight, in general strokes, its most pro version so far, the Garmin Fenix 6S Pro Solar heart rate monitor, which uses premium materials in its composition. In addition, it has an 18% larger screen and is highly water resistant. It enables streaming connection with Spotify, Deezer and Amazon, and uses pre-installed activity profiles for different sports such as trail running, swimming, skiing, cycling, etc.

Garmin Fenix 6S Solar, autonomy and battery life

• GPS: Up to 25 hours or up to 28 hours with solar charging

• Smartwatch: Up to 9 days or up to 105 days with solar charging

• Maximum battery with GPS: 50 hours (64 hours with solar charging)

• Maximum GPS Expedition: 20 days (26 days with solar charging)

• Battery saving watch mode: 34 days (59 days with solar charging)

Garmin Fenix 6S Solar, technical specifications

• Dimensions: 42.0 x 42.0 x 14.2mm.

• Display (size, resolution and type): 12" (30.4 mm) diameter : 240 x 240 pixels : Sunlight viewable, transflective (MIP).

• Glass material: PowerGlass.

• Bezel material: Stainless steel.

• Weight: 60 grams in steel (case only 44 grams).

• Water resistance: 10 ATM /100 meters.

• Connectivity: Wi-Fi®, BLUETOOTH® andANT+.

• Memory: 64MB.