What's next,
and how sure we are.

Garmin confirmed that virtually all new fenix 9 software features roll out to recent models — fenix 8 series, Forerunner 570/970, Venu 4 and friends — rather than staying Pro-flagship exclusive.

Garmin vívosmart 6 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Vivosmart 5, announced 2022-04-20. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Suunto Race 3 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Suunto Race 2, announced 2025-08-27. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin tactix 9 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is tactix 8, announced 2025-02-13. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin CIRQA Smart Band Pro is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is CIRQA Smart Band, announced 2026-07-21. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

COROS Vertix 4 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Vertix 2S, announced 2024-04-25. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

COROS Orizon is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Nomad, announced 2025-08-19. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Polar Pacer X is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Pacer Pro, announced 2022-04. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin Descent Mk4 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Descent Mk3 / Mk3i, announced 2023-11-14. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin Forerunner 370 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Forerunner 265 / 965, announced 2023-03-02. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Apple screenless fitness band is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Apple Watch Ultra 4, announced 2026-09-09. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

We found no Garmin announcement or verified device-specific leak for a Forerunner 980 in the sources checked on October 5, 2026. The name is a working label for a possible Forerunner 970 successor; the release window below is our historical-cadence estimate.

We found no Garmin announcement, named regulatory filing or verified retailer listing for a Forerunner 580 in the sources checked on October 5, 2026. This page tracks a possible successor to the 570, using 580 as an unconfirmed name.

Garmin Instinct 4 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Instinct 3 / Instinct E, announced 2025-01-06. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin Venu 5 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is Venu 4 / 4S, announced 2025-09-17. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Garmin vivoactive 7 is tracked as a possible next product. The latest reference in this lineage is vivoactive 6, announced 2025-04-01. Reported evidence and its limits are collected below.

Announced at Garmin's 'Play Harder' livestream. AMOLED across 43/47/51 mm (2,000 nits, 3,000 on Pro), doubled storage, ~30% faster map rendering, endurance pacing metrics. Pro adds a titanium chassis, a MIP Solar option, and — on inReach models — cellular plus satellite messaging. From $999.99; Pro tier from $1,099.99.

Hands-free voice control, fall detection and new Garmin Run Coach plans began rolling out to supported watches.

Garmin's first screen-free health band — the WHOOP-shaped hole in the lineup. $199.99, ~10-day battery, wrist or upper-arm wear, no subscription for core features (optional Connect+ tier). Wide availability from Aug 14, 2026.

Garmin Edge 1060 was announced on 2026-10-20. Launch price: $799.99. Availability: 2026-10-23. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Garmin MARQ Gen 3 was announced on 2026-10-13. Launch price: $2,500–$3,100. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Launched at $449: a 1.47″ LTPO AMOLED (466×466, 3500 nits, sapphire) in a 47.6 mm titanium-bezel build at 43 g with the nylon band. Downloadable global landscape and regional topo maps, 32 GB storage, dual-frequency all-constellation GPS rated 60 h high accuracy / 40 h dual-freq, 21-day daily battery, and a mic with voice commands — no speaker, no Pulse Ox.

Amazfit launched the first AMOLED watch with dual-sided solar — the display plus a glass-ceramic back plate. $649.99. DC Rainmaker's testing put real-world solar gain around 2–3%.

Garmin Enduro 4 was announced on 2026-10-06. Launch price: $899.99. Availability: 2026-10-09. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Garmin Approach S72 was announced on 2026-10-06. Launch price: $799.99. Availability: 2026-10-09. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

COROS Dura 2 Solar was announced on 2026-10-22. Launch price: $499+. Availability: 2026-11-03. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Suunto Race 3S was announced on 2026-10-15. Launch price: $599. Availability: 2026-10-29. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Oura Ring 5 was announced on 2026-05-28. Launch price: $399–$499. Availability: 2026-06-04. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.

Garmin Edge Explore 3 / Explore 3 Plus was announced on 2026-10-20. Launch prices for the listed models: $399.99–$499.99. See the official product and published specifications. Earlier rumors are archived below.