Garmin's first solar-charging handheld GPS can
provide infinite battery life, wireless connectivity and
more to let you explore longer
OLATHE,
Kan., Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin
(NYSE: GRMN) today announced the eTrex® Solar, an
easy-to-use GPS handheld that utilizes solar power to go the extra
mile. The latest iteration in the tried-and-true eTrex series
offers solar charging that can provide infinite battery
life1 for hikers, geocachers and off-the-grid
adventurers. Enjoy the outdoors longer and take the road less
traveled with the eTrex Solar in hand; users can view waypoints,
track their location and find their way back to favorite spots on
the 2.2-inch high-contrast display that's easy to read, even in
bright sunlight.
"For over two decades, our iconic eTrex series has been known
for its revolutionary features and capabilities, making it wildly
popular among our customers. Adding infinite battery life through
our solar-charging technology is just the latest example of the
innovation we strive to provide in each of our outdoor products.
From a short hike to living off the grid, the eTrex Solar is the
perfect companion for your next outdoor adventure." –Dan Bartel,
Garmin Vice President of Global
Consumer Sales
Infinite battery life
Utilizing Garmin's solar technology, eTrex Solar can offer
unlimited battery life so users can stay on the trail longer
without recharging their device. Those adventurers won't need to
plan a stop to refresh their battery on a day-long expedition; the
sun can do the work for them. The solar capabilities can not only
keep a battery fully charged, it can also help rejuvenate a
low-charged battery1.
Even without the embedded solar charging the eTrex Solar can run
for up to 1,800 hours in Expedition mode, allowing users to do what
they love longer.
Stay up-to-date with the Garmin
Explore™
When paired with a compatible smartphone, eTrex Solar users can
access the Garmin Explore app to stay connected and informed,
even when traversing off grid areas.
- Cloud backup: Use unlimited cloud storage to make all
mapping and trip data easy to review, save and
share2.
- Plan ahead: Devise the next day's travel plan by
creating routes on the app and then sync them to the handheld.
- Smart notifications: Remain connected when exploring
remote areas with smart notifications for text messages, phone
calls and more when paired with a compatible smartphone.
- Geocaching Live: Receive automatic cache updates,
including descriptions, logs and hints. Each Find will instantly
upload to a saved profile when connected to the app.
- Weather forecasts: Stay aware of impending weather with
real-time forecast information when paired with a compatible
smartphone.
Find the right path
Thanks to multi-band GPS, the eTrex Solar has superior
positional accuracy to track in more challenging environments than
GPS alone. The multi-band support can provide hikers and other
adventurers with location accuracy and positioning in relation to
their waypoints. Like previous models in the series, the eTrex
Solar also features a digital compass, which can provide an
accurate heading even when standing still – another tool to help
explorers find their way. And with an IPX7 rating, it's ruggedly
designed and purpose-built to withstand harsh environments.
Available now, the eTrex Solar handheld has a suggested
retail price of $249.99. To learn
more, visit garmin.com/outdoor.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin
products have revolutionized life for adventurers,
athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor
enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to
developing products that enhance experiences, enrich
lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is
an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit
the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with
@garminoutdoor on social, or follow our blog.
1Unlimited battery life when used in sunny conditions
(75,000 lux)
2A Garmin account is required for
storing data in the cloud
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and Garmin Explore is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its
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