The Garmin Tactix 8 is now available in Malaysia. This tactical smartwatch comes in two panel options, namely AMOLED (47mm) and Solar (51mm). Both are also sold for a retail price of RM6,939, and can be obtained through Garmin's official store, as well as their authorized distributors such as Shopee, Lazada and AECO.
The Garmin Tactix 8 is equipped with various features such as multi-band GPS, compass, barometric altimeter, and built-in LED flashlight. It also passes water resistance up to 40-meters via a dedicated button. In addition, it is tested according to MIL-STD-810 military standards to ensure it can withstand various challenging conditions. With a built-in speaker and microphone, any calls can be made directly from the watch if necessary.
There is also an Applied Ballistics function that is suitable for long-distance shooting activities based on the characteristics of rifles, bullets and various environmental conditions. Users can also view the contours of the earth through the TopoActive function. Other functions that complement this watch include ECG, Pulse Ox, Body Battery Energy Monitoring, Jet Lag Adviser, Advanced Sleep Monitoring, Nap Detection and many more.