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Garmin Forerunner 35 - 4.0 / 5
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Design that’s a little different
- 35.5 x 40.7 x 13.3mm; 37.3g Available with black, lime, blue or white straps Third-party straps also available
Screen aimed at running first
- 1.3-inch square screen No colour panel option 128 x 128 pixel resolution
Features & performance
Integrated GPS tracking Built-in heart-rate sensor Wrist-based call and message alerts
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Software and Garmin Connect app
- Garmin Connect app works with iOS and Android Data automatically syncs to app
Battery life
- Up to nine days battery life Circa 13 hours GPS-tracking per charge Crocodile clip-style bespoke charger
To recap
If you’re looking for an entry into the world of running watches then the Garmin Forerunner 35 is a watch that attunes itself brilliantly to the rigours and requirements of a dedicated running watch. Its fitness tracking is faultless and it’s easy to read and control while running.
