Garmin Launches Cirqa, a Screen-Free Fitness Band With No Subscription Fee

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Garmin has unveiled the Cirqa, a screenless smart fitness band aimed at continuous health and activity tracking. The device monitors heart rate, blood oxygen, skin temperature, and motion around the clock, while its lack of a screen helps extend battery life up to 10 days. The Cirqa competes with similar screenless wearables such as the Whoop 5.0 and the recently announced Fitbit Air. Unlike some rivals, Garmin's offering requires no ongoing subscription fee. The band is available now via Garmin's online store at $199.99 and comes with an adjustable fabric strap in multiple colors.

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