When a smartwatch is no longer just a fitness companion, but a digital Rolex for athletic souls and urban heroes. The new Garmin Venu X1 surprised us.
If you thought a smartwatch was just about counting steps, we're about to disappoint you - or delight you. Garmin has launched a new Garmin Venu X1, a device that looks like Iron Man and Gwyneth Paltrow had a child who goes on running weekends in the Dolomites and cooks truffle risotto in the evenings. Yep – this is a watch that not only accompanies you, but defines.
The new Garmin Venu X1: Titanium, sapphire and a screen that even a Martian can see
For starters: 51 millimeters. No, we're not talking about the BMW dashboard, we're talking about the display. AMOLED. Sapphire. If that doesn't scream "high-end," we don't know what does. A titanium body, under a centimeter thick, and the whole thing weighs just 41 grams - which is less than the last passive-aggressive email you sent to your boss.
LTE and LED – because yes, the watch now calls (and lights up) too
Thanks to LTE connectivity, you can now actually you can make calls without a phone. You know, for those times when you get an unexpected call from your ex during yoga. Plus – and this is the star of the evening – an LED flashlight! For those times when you're looking for your keys at 3am or want to conjure up a mini rave at a mountain hut.
32 GB of memory – to save more than just bad decisions
The new Garmin Venu X1 has 32 gigabytes of storage. Why? Because you obviously want to listen to your Spotify even during trail runs where there's no signal. Or keep a whole list of biohacking podcasts that you never listen to but sound so "wellness-friendly."
Comparison with other Venu children
If the Venu 3 is the more laid-back high schooler with an A-levels, the Venu X1 is the charismatic, slightly overconfident cousin from London who rides an electric scooter and wears Balenciaga. Do you have the Venu 3S? Great, but then you also have a wrist like Elle Fanning. And the X1? This one is for those who don't have time to explain - because the watch already says it.
Who is the new Garmin Venu X1 suitable for?
- To all who love statement accessories and smart technology in one.
- For those who like to combine CrossFit with brunch and Strava PR with wellness retreats.
- To everyone who thinks the Apple Watch seems... a little too mainstream.
| Specification | Data |
|---|---|
| Screen | 1.4″ AMOLED, 454 x 454, sapphire glass |
| Housing material | Titan |
| Weight | 41g |
| Thickness | 7.9 mm |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, QZSS |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Wi‑Fi, LTE, NFC, ANT+ |
| Internal memory | 32 GB |
| Battery | Up to 8 days (smart mode), 20 h (GPS) |
| Water resistance | 5 ATMs |
| Sensors | Heart rate, SpO2, barometer, compass, etc. |
| Smart features | Calling, messaging, music, LED light |
| Voice assistant | Yes (via LTE) |
| Compatibility | Android, iOS |
| Colors | Black, white, blue (depending on region) |
The Last Word: Garmin Venu X1
Garmin Venu X1 is more than a watch. It is a lifestyle in a digital package. It is a manifestation of a modern, (too) busy, technologically liberated soul that simultaneously follows fashion trends and heartbeat. If you are willing to pay a few hundred euros for the smartest bracelet in the universe, you are also ready for Venu X1 Moment.
