Garmin Forerunner 970

Name: Garmin Forerunner 970
Brand: Garmin
Price: 737.35 GBP
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2025 Forerunner contactless payment phone calls long battery life swim proof period tracker ECG ANT+GPS maps sapphire glass

Display:1.4 ", 454x454 px, AMOLED

Body:plastic, 50 WR (5 ATM)

Alerts:sound alerts, vibration alerts, about calls

Health:heart rate monitor, ECG, oxygen in the blood, stress level

Sports and tourism:swimming mode, GPS, ведение on треку, altimeter, compass

Advanced running metrics and training tools. Training planner for triathlon Garmin Thriathlon Coach. Premium features for training and body recovery.

Garmin brand smartwatches in a round form factor are an advanced solution for demanding fans of running and other cardio workouts. This model is the flagship of the Forerunner line, offering top-notch functionality for running workouts, advanced profile metrics, and extensive planning capabilities for various high-stakes events, including marathons and triathlon competitions.

The wrist device features a bright 1.4-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 454x454 pixels and protective sapphire glass that effectively resists scratches. The case is made of plastic, but the bezel is titanium to enhance overall reliability and durability. The water resistance is at a standard level — 50 WR (5 ATM), allowing for showering and swimming without deep dives. Another feature typical of the brand's premium products is a full-fledged flashlight.

Garmin Forerunner 970 smartwatches are characterized by advanced navigation capabilities since they have a Dual GPS module, which increases the accuracy of location determination and calculation of the distance covered by the user (during training and beyond). They also support topographic maps and track navigation, featuring a compass, barometer, and altimeter. Smart functionality includes making Bluetooth calls (thanks to the built-in speaker and microphone), wireless payments with Garmin Pay, and a music player with 32 GB of storage.

Particularly noteworthy are the ECG function, VO2 Max calculation, the ability to connect a chest heart rate monitor and other sensors via ANT+ protocol. The autonomous operation in typical usage scenarios is about 12 days, and with continuous GPS operation — over a day. Key highlights of these smartwatches include top-notch functionalities for running workouts, advanced navigation capabilities with Dual GPS, and the ability to make wireless payments via Garmin Pay. Their scratch-resistant sapphire glass and bright AMOLED display also stand out, adding both style and durability.

All specifications

Specifications Forerunner 970

Main
Type	smartwatch
Interface	Bluetooth v 5.0
ANT+


Telephony
Calls and alerts	notifications sound signal vibration built-in microphone built-in speaker


Sports and tourism
Possible measurements	heart rate monitor ECG heart rate variability (HRV) blood oxygen level body temperature ambient temperature number of steps distance traveled movement speed calories burned activity time sleep tracking stress level women's calendar VO2 Max
Swimming mode
Navigation	GPS module Dual GPS GLONASS Galileo maps GPS track guidance compass altimeter (altitude) barometer (pressure)

Display
Touch screen
Type	colour
Display type	AMOLED
Size	1.4 "
Screen resolution	454x454 px
PPI	324 ppi
Light sensor
Watch face protection	sapphire


Hardware
Memory storage	32 GB
Extra features	built-in player Wi-Fi NFC Garmin Pay contactless payment accelerometer full-fledged flashlight


Power source
Device charging	proprietary connector
Source of power	Li-Ion
Operating time (normal mode)	15 days
Operating time (active mode)	12 h
Battery life (GPS)	26 h


Case and strap
Material	plastic
Bezel	metal / titanium /
Strap	quick release
Strap Options	rubber/silicone
Clasp options	classic buckle
Band Width	22 mm
Wrist strap	135 – 205 mm


General
Protection rating	50 WR (5 ATM)
Dimensions (without strap)	47x47x12.9 mm
Weight	56 g
Official Website	garmin.com
Added to E-Catalog	May 2025
P/N	010-02969-00 010-02969-01 010-02969-02

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