Garmin Fenix 8 and Fenix E will launch in September, but how do they compare to the Fenix 7 and Epix Gen2?

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The Garmin Fenix 7 series and Epix Gen 2 were released in January 2022, hinting at an upcoming successor. Speculations and leaks about the launch of the Fenix 8 have been circulating for some time now. Recent leaks from sources like Reddit, the5krunner, and Gadgets & wearables are shedding some light on what we can expect from the new Garmin watches.

According to a leak from Finnish retailer Multitronic.fi, placeholder pages for the new watches have been prematurely published, revealing potential pricing details. The leak suggests that three models of the Fenix 8 will be released, with prices ranging from €995.90 to €1095.90.

As for the Garmin Fenix E, details are scarce at the moment. It is anticipated to be the successor to the Garmin Enduro 2, featuring a sunlight-visible, transflective MIP display and solar capabilities for extended battery life.

Rumors suggest that the Garmin Fenix 8 could introduce an AMOLED display, replacing the Epix series. The pricing of the new models indicates a significant increase compared to the current lineup, hinting at potential feature upgrades.

Features like advanced health sensors, smartwatch functionalities, wireless charging, increased storage, and LTE connectivity are speculated to be part of the Fenix 8 series. However, these details should be taken with caution as there have been no confirmed leaks.

Recent FCC filings hint at the imminent launch of the Fenix 8, adding to the anticipation surrounding Garmin’s upcoming flagship smartwatches. As we await the official announcement, the tech community is buzzing with excitement about the potential upgrades and innovations that the Fenix 8 series could bring to the market.

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