Garmin Quatix 8 Pro Brings Satellite Connectivity to the Wrist

The Move

Garmin has unveiled the quatix® 8 Pro, a premium nautical smartwatch built for mariners who want full connectivity, vessel control, and performance tracking—without relying on a phone.

Designed for life on (and off) the water, quatix 8 Pro combines inReach® satellite tech, LTE connectivity, and enhanced boat mode into one of the most advanced marine wearables Garmin has ever released.

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What’s New with quatix 8 Pro

Satellite + Cellular Connectivity (No Phone Required)

• Two-way satellite messaging and location check-ins via inReach
• LTE voice calling, voice messages, and LiveTrack
• SOS access to Garmin Response℠—24/7 emergency coordination
• Built for voyages up to 50 miles offshore

Enhanced Boat Mode

• Automatically surfaces marine controls while on the water
• Quick access to autopilot, trolling motor, and vessel data
• Seamlessly switches back to everyday apps once ashore

Built for Harsh Conditions

• 47mm case with titanium bezel
• Scratch-resistant sapphire lens
• 1.4” bright AMOLED display
• Up to 15 days of battery life in smartwatch mode

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More Than a Marine Watch

quatix 8 Pro isn’t just about navigation—it’s a full performance tool.

• 100+ activity profiles (wakesurfing, water skiing, strength training, more)
• 24/7 health and wellness tracking
• Navigation, Garmin Pay™, and smart notifications
• Remote control of onboard entertainment, lighting, and Force® trolling motors
• Chartplotter voice commands (compatible systems)

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Why It Matters

Boating, like endurance sport, rewards preparation and calm under pressure. By putting satellite communication, vessel control, and health data directly on the wrist, Garmin is turning the smartwatch into a true safety and performance hub—one that works when phones don’t.

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The Playbook Take

quatix 8 Pro signals where performance wearables are headed: context-aware, mission-specific, and built for environments where failure isn’t an option. For mariners who train, travel, and compete beyond cell coverage, this isn’t just a watch—it’s infrastructure.

Available: January 16, 2026
Price: $1,299.99
More: garmin.com