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This dead simple and dirt cheap Garmin smartwatch is the perfect budget pick
· By Endurance Wire
By Timi Cantisano Published Aug 17, 2026, 12:08 PM EDT Timi is the news and deals reporter for Android Police, who has been reporting on technology since 2008. He has worked in tech retail and also the IT space, providing hardware and software support, which gives him a unique perspective on the tech that he covers. This allows him to effectively break down complex subjects into easy-to-read pieces that even casual readers can enjoy. Before joining Android Police , he was a news writer for XDA , where he eventually transitioned to covering deals.
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