Garmin has released its latest Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers. Dan Bartel, Garmin's Vice President of Global Consumer Sales, said: "We are excited to introduce the new Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series to the global cycling community. Touting new performance tracking metrics, mapping upgrades and solar charging options, these new Edge cycling computers are a gamechanger for our customers and are the perfect tool to dramatically elevate any cyclist's training."
These 2.6-inch color display GPS cycling computers have a variety of performance-based training metrics. These metrics include detailed coaching catered toward the personal goals of each individual cyclist, enhanced navigational support, and more. The GPS cycling computers have a lightweight design with new solar charging models, which allow cyclists to have more ride time, up to 32 hours of battery life, or up to 60 hours in battery-saver mode. A standout feature is the Multi-band GNSS, which assists cyclists in finding their way with enhanced positioning accuracy despite being in crowded or tree-covered areas. The GPS cycling computers are available for purchase.
GPS Cycling Computers
Garmin Launches Its New Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS Cycling Computers
Trend Themes
1. Performance-based Training Metrics - The Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers now offer performance-based training metrics that are catered towards the personal goals of each individual cyclist, creating an opportunity to develop personalized coaching and training programs.
2. Multi-band GNSS Technology - The use of Multi-band GNSS technology allows for enhanced positioning accuracy, even in crowded or tree-covered areas, opening the door for further developments in outdoor navigation applications beyond cycling.
3. Solar Charging Models - The introduction of solar charging models offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for sustainable charging options in various industries beyond cycling, such as outdoor recreation and emergency response applications.
Industry Implications
1. Cycling - The Edge 540 and Edge 840 Series GPS cycling computers are tailored towards the global cycling community, providing an opportunity to develop personalized coaching programs specific to cyclists' personal goals.
2. Outdoor Recreation - The use of Multi-band GNSS technology and solar charging options have further applications in hiking, camping, and other outdoor recreation activities, creating opportunities for technology partnerships and integration.
3. Emergency Response - The integration of solar charging models in emergency response technology could provide a sustainable and reliable power source for communication devices used in disaster-stricken areas, enabling longer and more effective emergency response efforts.