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MANILA, Philippines  – Garmin has made a revolutionary addition to its Garmin dive lineup with the  Descent™ S1 Buoy, designed to help strengthen diver communication and enhance peace of mind for divers and crew. Using Garmin’s unique SubWave™ sonar networking, the buoy integrates seamlessly with Garmin dive computers to help crew members on the surface track and monitor up to eight divers—and exchange preset messages with those using a compatible dive computer and Descent T2 transceiver. For increased situational awareness, connected divers can also see the distance and direction to the buoy and receive clear guidance to help them know where to surface1. “Garmin is focused on creating essential products designed to help keep divers safe. The groundbreaking Descent S1 buoy adds game-changing communication, navigation, and safety capabilities between divers and their surface crew, making it the next must-have piece of kit for dive teams, charter operations, instructors, and mor...

MANILA, Philippines – Garmin introduces the Venu® X1, a game-changing smartwatch that combines cutting-edge technology with a sleek, ultra-thin design. Featuring a stunning 2-inch AMOLED display, durable titanium caseback, and scratch-resistant sapphire lens—all packed into an impressively slim 8mm body—Venu X1 delivers both performance and style. With up to 8 days of battery life in smartwatch mode, users can stay connected longer with fewer charges. The built-in LED flashlight, speaker, and microphone enhance everyday convenience—allowing calls directly from the wrist, voice command functionality, and improved visibility in low-light settings. > “Venu X1 is the perfect blend of form, function, and style. Not only does it pack all of Garmin’s most popular features into a slim profile, but the large display makes it easy to see everything from preloaded maps and workout stats to health insights and smart notifications with stunning clarity.” — Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice P...