Is the Garmin Venu compatible with iPhone?

Garmin Venu, on the other hand, works with both Android and iOS through the Garmin Connect on the phone. While iPhones block some features of the Garmin Venu, on Android phones this smart watch is more functional: letting you send texts and receive phone calls too.

Is Garmin iPhone compatible?

Apple’s iPhone does support Garmin smartwatches, so long as you’re running iOS 7 or higher. If you are, all you need to do to pair a Garmin watch to your iPhone is download the Garmin Connect app via the App Store and connect via Bluetooth. Once you’ve done this, your Garmin watch will be paired to your iPhone.

Is the Garmin Venu accurate?

Heart rate accuracy and GPS tracking In terms of tracking heart rate, we measured the Venu’s wrist-based sensor against the Polar H10, widely regarded as the best consumer chest strap. During an elliptical workout, average HR was comparable across both devices and well within the acceptable error range.

Can you answer calls on Garmin Venu?

The device has a speaker and microphone that allow you to answer calls made to your smartphone.

Does Garmin Venu have maps?

It’s just bad. The Venu 2 has no onboard maps and its “Back to Start” breadcrumb feature does not work well.

Can you text from Garmin Venu?

NOTE: This feature is available only for Android™ smartphones. When you receive a text message notification on your Venu™ device, you can send a quick reply by selecting from a list of messages. You can customize messages in the Garmin Connect™ app. Your phone sends the selected message as a text message.

Why is my Garmin not connecting to my iPhone?

Turn off your smartphone and your device, and turn them back on again. Enable Bluetooth® technology on your smartphone. Update the Garmin Connect™ app to the latest version. Remove your device from the Garmin Connect app and the Bluetooth settings on your smartphone to retry the pairing process.

Is Garmin Venu good for cycling?

The Garmin Venu is capable of basic performance tracking and GPS features, and its comfort is one of the standout features for many cyclists.

Can you talk to text on Garmin Venu?

When you receive a text message notification on your Venu™ device, you can send a quick reply by selecting from a list of messages. You can customize messages in the Garmin Connect™ app. NOTE: This feature sends text messages using your phone. Regular text message limits and charges may apply.

Does the Venu have a speaker?

It’s worth noting that there are some smartwatch features the Venu 2 does not have, which would be stock on something like Apple Watches or Google’s Wear OS. It doesn’t have any kind of voice assistant built in. In fact, it doesn’t even have a mic or a speaker, so there are no voice calls or voice commands.

How do I maximize my Garmin Venu?

Maximizing Battery Life

1. Stop using the Always On display timeout option, and select a shorter display timeout (Display Settings).
2. Reduce the display brightness (Display Settings).
3. Switch from a live watch face to a watch face with a static background (Changing the Watch Face).