The new devices are built on Garmin’s decades of experience in the aviation, automotive, marine, sports, and outdoor markets. Garmin specialists have perfected the multisport watch market and managed to create the perfect connected devices with advanced smart features – the MARQ Aviator, MARQ Driver, MARQ Captain, MARQ Expedition and MARQ Athlete. Each model is designed and engineered for users who are passionate about flying, racing, swimming, traveling and playing sports.
“Over the past 30 years, we’ve built models that help ignite people’s interest in what they love to do,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin’s vice president of worldwide user sales. – “And now we’ve been able to redefine the tool watch concept with the MARQ, a line of remarkable plug-in devices that inspire new adventures.”.
According to Evgeny Dobrinin, commercial director of JSC “Navicom”, the exclusive distributor of the brand in America, Garmin today sees for itself new promising markets in the segment of premium watches.
“Our goal is to gain a strong foothold on the shelves with premium brands that have centuries of Swiss heritage. A large part of the audience of vintage watch manufactures today seeks a multi-functional smart watch in a respectable classic design for everyday wear. Staying true to a brand respected in the watchmaking community, these people want to wear a watch that fits seamlessly into their everyday lives with exceptional quality service throughout. Garmin MARQ gives it all as part of its smart luxury concept, offering a variety of versions of its new model. Each of them is designed to implement premium and innovative content in a classic form,” concluded the expert.
The MARQ collection boasts quality materials, meticulous craftsmanship and unmatched attention to detail – an assurance of quality in the toughest conditions. Certainly, this watch meets the highest expectations of its future owners. Each model is made of titanium, the lightest and most durable material at the same time. Combined with the convex scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, it forms a solid base for all MARQ watches. The character of each MARQ is complemented by an innovative, high-quality strap or bracelet. With Garmin’s QuickFit interchangeable band system, MARQ users can customize the watch to fit their style.
The MARQ features an always-on display with excellent picture quality even in sunlight, a high-performance GPS receiver, and advanced sensors e.g. wrist heart rate monitor or pulse ox2 sensor to keep track of your various sport activities – running, cycling, swimming and skiing. The gadget also offers premium smartwatch features, including built-in memory for music storage, Garmin Pay™, smartphone alerts and advanced activity tracking for daily use.
Longer travelers can rest easy as the battery lasts up to 12 days in smartwatch mode, up to 28 hours in GPS mode, and up to 48 hours in UltraTrac mode the feature lets you record track points and sensor data at longer intervals .
Each MARQ was created for a specific purpose, which is reflected in its appearance, functions and choice of materials according to the category of the watch.
MARQ Aviator
The combination of brushed titanium and a polished ceramic ring around the dial gives the MARQ Aviator a real classic look. This watch comes with an aviation-style titanium bracelet with arrow-shaped design and micro-adjustment, ensuring comfortable wear during flights and in everyday life.
A ring around the dial provides quick access to GMT time the dial also features two additional time zones with local airport codes. In addition, the MARQ Aviator includes dedicated aviation features – maps with detailed airport information and advanced safety features such as Direct-To-Navigation, Nexrad weather radar, worldwide airport database and Garmin cockpit integration capability.
MARQ Driver
With over 250 popular race tracks around the world, the MARQ Driver is designed specifically for car enthusiasts. The adrenaline red-gray color scheme of this racing watch is reflected in every detail – the DLC-coated case Diamond Like Carbon , the frosted ceramic ring around the dial or the hybrid bracelet stylish and noble charcoal-gray titanium on the outside and red silicone links on the inside for greater comfort and flexibility even in the high temperatures of a racing car cabin .
It incorporates all the functions you need when racing – automatic lap timing, automatic lap marking, time change and a race timer. This timer Track Timer allows users to time machines while on the side of the racetrack. The device automatically calculates your average speed and displays it on the tachometer scale around the watch face.
MARQ Captain
For those who prefer to spend time on the water, the MARQ Captain has been designed with nautical colors, a dark blue ring around the dial and an innovative nylon strap. Manufactured in the South of France using a sophisticated jacquard weaving technique, this strap combines three shades of blue in a unique pattern that emphasizes the nautical character of the watch.
The strap is designed for use in harsh marine environments the tightly woven threads are laser-cut and sealed with secure metal clips, giving the model a modern and stylish look. The MARQ Captain’s watch includes innovative features for sailing virtual start line, time to start, and tips for tacking that will really help you during the regatta. The dial displays data such as current wind speed, temperature, and home port tide height information. Based on this data, the user can decide whether or not to set sail that day.
MARQ Expedition
The design of the MARQ Expedition model is inspired by vintage expedition instruments. This watch includes a 360-degree compass ring, analog-style barometric scales, and an Italian “vacchetta” leather strap. The sturdy strap is engraved on the inside for softness and comfort from the start
of use. Waxed stitching protects the stitching from moisture, ensuring durability. The MARQ Expedition, designed for the modern outdoor adventurer, features TOPO mapping, a built-in, automatically calibrated altimeter, barometer and compass. The MARQ Expedition is compatible with the inReach® Mini satellite communicator. Wireless connection between the devices gives you wireless control of the inReach Mini to transmit and receive messages anywhere in the world using the MARQ watch. Thanks to a new economy mode, the device’s battery can last for weeks of use, which will be useful on long trips.
MARQ Athlete
The MARQ Athlete, designed for athletes, features a streamlined design. Carbon grey dial with bright green and yellow elements. The ring around the dial shows the data most important to athletes – V02 max and recovery time.
In addition, the MARQ Athlete model includes state-of-the-art running dynamics data for advanced training performance tracking, progress measurement, and fitness work. Using sensors of various biometric parameters, athletes will get additional information about their body’s performance. The MARQ Athletes watch is a great tool for any competition and is also a fashion accessory for everyday wear.
Price and affordability
MARQ line is scheduled to go on sale in the second half of April 2019. More information about the price will be provided.
What unique features does the MARQ collection offer that sets it apart from other smartwatches on the market?
What are the key features and functionalities of the MARQ collection that make it stand out from other smartwatches?
The MARQ collection by Garmin sounds intriguing! As a potential customer, I’m curious to know if these smartwatches cater to various lifestyles or are they tailored to specific ones? Can you provide more details on the features and functionalities that make them “lifestyle-specific”? Also, are they compatible with both iOS and Android devices? Thanks!