OLATHE, Kan. – November 03, 2026 -- Garmin's new Descent X10 dive computer is available now for a suggested retail price of $349.99, putting depth, time and oxygen data on a 2.1-inch backlit screen on the diver's wrist.

The always-on, high-contrast display uses large text and a backlight. Garmin says this keeps dive data readable in harsh sunlight on the boat and in dimmer conditions under water.

Olathe – October 14, 2026 -- Runners can now register for the Garmin Marathon Series race in Ventura, California, set for Sunday, Aug. 22, 2027. It is the series' fourth location.

Four distances cover every skill level

The Ventura event includes a Boston Marathon-qualifying marathon, a USATF-certified half marathon, a 10K and a 5K. All courses start and finish in downtown Ventura. Runners pass historic architecture and local businesses, with views of the Santa Ynez Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.

Olathe, Kan. – October 13, 2026 -- Garmin's third-generation MARQ collection is available now, with six luxury tool watches starting at a suggested retail price of $2,500 and offering up to 18 days of battery life in smartwatch mode.

The lineup includes the MARQ Adventurer, Athlete, Aviator, Commander, Diver and Golfer. Each has its own bezel, strap or bracelet, plus an exclusive, customizable watch face collection. Faces are inspired by classic timepieces such as the World Timer, Panda and Flieger.

Olathe, Kan. – October 06, 2026 -- Garmin has launched the Approach S72, a new flagship golf smartwatch priced starting at $799.99, combining swing analytics with everyday health tracking.

Olathe, Kan. – September 22, 2026 -- Garmin has rolled out a free software update for several smartwatches and cycling computers, adding fall detection, hands-free voice commands and new training tools.

Venu 4 owners now get automatic fall detection

The feature, new to the Venu 4 smartwatch, sends a message with the wearer's live location to preset emergency contacts if a hard fall is detected. Users can turn on monitoring all day or limit it to specific activities. The feature requires pairing with a smartphone.

Olathe – September 22, 2026 -- Garmin has launched a real-time racing solution that lets drivers see digital flag signals and track conditions directly from the cockpit, with a combined package priced at $1,699.99.

Olathe – September 04, 2026 -- Garmin has launched SmartDrive, an autopilot system for sailboats and catamarans up to 45 feet and 33,000 pounds of maximum displacement, priced at $3,499.99 as a standalone actuator.

SmartDrive uses a brushless linear actuator with a built-in ECU

The system is the first sailboat autopilot to pair a brushless linear actuator with an integrated ECU and rudder feedback sensor, according to Garmin. As part of the Reactor 40 Corepack, it delivers up to 1,050 pounds of maximum thrust to help maintain steady rudder control.