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Why I swear by this Garmin smartwatch over competing models (including the Apple Watch Ultra)


The latest Garmin Venu, with its flat design and large screen, feels like a feature-rich Fenix 8 and has exceeded my expectations.

The main reason was that the Venu series leans heavily on a touchscreen with just two hardware buttons, and after getting used to Garmin's five-button setup, the UI takes a bit of adjustment. The Garmin Venu X1 gets ZDNET's Editors' Choice award for its refreshingly functional design, slew of health and fitness features, and long-lasting battery life. It ticks most of the boxes of the Fenix 8 AMOLED at a lower price point, has a much more comfortable form factor, and an LED flashlight that's ideal for outdoor activities and safety purposes.

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