Garmin Forerunner 45 review
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- Garmin OS
The Garmin Forerunner 45 is an upgrade to the budget Forerunner 35. This new smartwatch offers simple tracking for runners, with built-in GPS and a heart-rate monitor. Previous smartwatches from Garmin have performed well, but will this one follow suit? We sent it to our test lab to find out - read on for our full review.
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Technical specifications
General
- Recently tested
- Weight36g
- Width43mm
- Height-
- Depth12
- Operating systemGarmin OS
- Removable strap
- Lug width-
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