Garmin Announces the inReach Messenger Plus with Voice/Photo Messaging

September 18, 2024
11:35 am EDT

After teasing a release on their official X account yesterday, Garmin has just launched the inReach Messenger Plus, their latest satellite communication device. Like prior inReach devices, this device offers two-way text messaging and interactive SOS messaging, which connects to Garmin’s 24/7 emergency response coordination center.

What’s new is that this device can also send voice messages and photos over satellite, providing users with more options to share information in emergency situations when cellular services are not available.

The inReach Messenger Plus has a battery life of up to 600 hours and is available now for $499.99. Satellite subscription plans start at $14.99 per month. Garmin continues to expand its satellite capabilities; Just last month, it announced a partnership with Google to offer emergency services via satellite to all Pixel 9 users for free.
Garmin’s satellite plans and functionality: Essential ($14.99), Standard ($29.99), and Premium ($49.99)

No Comments

Forerunner 965 vs. Epix (Gen 2): Which Watch Should You Choose?

Both the Garmin Forerunner 965 and Epix (Gen 2) are currently on sale for $499, so if you’re deciding between

Garmin Teases New Satellite Features: Voice and Image Messaging

Based on two recent posts on their official X account, Garmin appears to be teasing the release of a new

AMOLED vs. MIP Displays in Garmin Devices: A Deep Dive

Garmin has a long history of using Memory in Pixel (MIP) technology for the screen of its smartwatches, focusing on power efficiency and outdoor visibility. However, in recent years, they’ve introduced AMOLED displays to most of their smartwatch lines. This shift has created the need for users to choose between the energy efficiency of MIP displays and the vibrant picture of AMOLED displays, though both options come with tradeoffs.