Durable and intuitive, this new two-way
satellite communicator boasts a battery life that can last
for weeks for added peace of mind
OLATHE,
Kan., Sept. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin
(NYSE: GRMN) today announced the inReach® Messenger
Plus, its first satellite communicator with photo and voice
messaging in addition to global two-way texting, location sharing
and SOS capabilities1. Lauded for a durable and
temperature-resistant design, Garmin inReach devices are built for
those that explore beyond cell coverage – on land, in the sky or on
the water. With a battery life that can last for weeks, the inReach
Messenger Plus provides seamless and reliable satellite
communication either as a standalone device or when paired to the
Garmin Messenger™ mobile app on a compatible smartphone
so users can exchange group texts, photo and voice messages and
share their location with friends and family.
In the event of an emergency, the inReach Messenger Plus and
Garmin Messenger app can send an interactive SOS text message to
Garmin Response℠, a 24/7-staffed international emergency
assistance coordination center. Photo and voice messages can also
be shared during an SOS, giving response coordinators the ability
to see and hear details of the emergency firsthand. Trusted by
hundreds of thousands of users globally for communication and peace
of mind, Garmin inReach satellite technology has contributed to
more than 14,500 SOS activations being responded to, resulting in
many lives being saved.
"The new and enhanced messaging capabilities of the inReach
Messenger Plus gives users a more personal and emotional way to
communicate with friends and family when cell service isn't
available. Tell your family you'll be home late, send a photo of
the epic view to your friends or simply exchange voice messages to
hear the person on the other end of the line. Plus, with a
rechargeable battery that can last for weeks, safety charging to
help restore a depleted phone and the ability to trigger an SOS
message, the inReach Messenger Plus is an invaluable tool for any
adventure."
–Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global
consumer sales
Enhanced messaging and navigation
When paired with the Garmin Messenger app, users can message via
Wi-Fi® or the cellular connection of their compatible
smartphone when available. When out of cell service range, the
Messenger app will automatically switch to satellite technology. On
or off the grid, the inReach Messenger Plus offers many new and
enhanced messaging and navigation capabilities to keep users
connected, including:
- Photo sharing: Show your adventures by sending a selfie
from the summit or a photo of your view of the sunset.
- Voice messages: When a text isn't enough, use your voice
to check in to tell friends and family they're missed or reassure
them that you're safe by exchanging 30-second voice messages.
- Two-way group text messaging: Send text messages with up
to 1,600 characters individually on the device, or use the Garmin
Messenger app to exchange text messages, send emojis, react to
messages or start a group chat.
- Interactive SOS: Explore with peace of mind knowing that
in case of an emergency, an interactive SOS message can be
triggered. Once an SOS is activated, text, photo and voice messages
can be exchanged with response coordinators, who will provide
updates on the status of the response effort.
- Route sharing: Share your GPS location and route anytime
with live tracking. GPS coordinates can also be embedded into a
text, photo or voice message.
- Off-grid navigation: Plan the trip, see the track, save
an activity and view a course highlight showing the remaining
distance to your destination when paired with the Garmin
Explore™ app on a compatible smartphone.
- Check the weather: Get weather reports and
forecasts1 for your location or destination delivered
directly to the device or to the Garmin Messenger app.
Like all inReach devices, the inReach Messenger Plus can operate
as a fully functional, standalone device that does not require a
cell phone. Users can check in to easily notify contacts of their
progress, send location updates, start or stop tracking and send an
SOS message directly from the device.
Built to last
Rugged, durable and built for adventure, the inReach Messenger
Plus features a compact and lightweight design that fits in the
palm of your hand. Temperature resistant and water rated to IPX7,
it can withstand incidental water exposure up to 1 meter for up to
30 minutes2.
The internal, rechargeable lithium battery provides up to 600
hours of battery life with a text message or location sent every 10
minutes in low-power messaging mode, and depending on usage or
tracking modes, a fully charged battery can last for weeks to
months – up to a full year. Plus, with safety charging to help
restore a depleted phone, simply connect the inReach Messenger Plus
to a smartphone for enough charge to send custom text messages from
the Messenger app.
Available now, the inReach Messenger Plus has a suggested retail
price of $499.99. An active satellite
subscription is required to communicate using an inReach Messenger
Plus. Monthly subscription plans are available for as little as
$14.99 per month. Learn more at
garmin.com/inReach.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin
products have revolutionized life for adventurers,
athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor
enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to
developing products that enhance experiences, enrich
lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is
an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit
the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with
@garminoutdoor on social, or follow our blog.
1Active satellite subscription required. Some
jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite
communication devices. It is your responsibility to know and follow
applicable laws in jurisdictions where the device is intended to be
used.
2 See
Garmin.com/waterrating for more details.
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin
International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN).
Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries
are located in the United States,
Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and inReach are
registered trademarks, Garmin Messenger is a trademark and Garmin
Response is a service mark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries.
Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wi-Fi Alliance. All other
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business. Such statements are based on management's current
expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances
discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could
differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and
uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the
risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year
ended December 30, 2023, filed by
Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file
number 0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at
www.garmin.com/en-US/company/investors/earnings/. No
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forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise.
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