Garmin’s flagship handheld navigator meets global communication with new GPSMAP 66i

Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today announced the GPSMAP 66i, the frequently requested handheld combining Garmin’s premium GPS navigation with inReach satellite communication technology¹. Stay in touch with friends and family using GPSMAP 66i as a satellite communicator with two-way messaging and a 24/7 SOS function. Explore seamlessly with a large 3’’ sunlight-readable color display, preloaded routable TopoActive maps, and direct-to-device, wireless BirdsEye Satellite Imagery.

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“We’ve listened to our customers and the GPSMAP 66i gives them exactly what they’ve asked for, combining our industry leading GPSMAP 66 navigation with our industry leading inReach satellite communication,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “Adding inReach technology to our GPSMAP 66 series will revolutionize outdoor exploration.”

The 66i offers two-way messaging and location tracking, so no matter how “off the grid” the trip may be, users can stay in touch. Using the worldwide coverage of the Iridium satellite network, the GPSMAP 66i allows users to communicate with any cell phone number, email address or other inReach device, while using GPS to track and share progress of the journey. If the 66i user enables LiveTrack, those at home wanting to follow along can view the user’s location on their MapShare page.

The GPSMAP 66i lets the user trigger an SOS to the GEOS 24/7 emergency response team for interactive support in the case of an emergency. GEOS is the world leader in emergency response solutions and monitoring. Not only will GEOS respond to the SOS and track the device, and contact the necessary emergency responders, GEOS will notify the user’s contacts and continue to message back and forth, providing updates and critical information until the situation is resolved. Whether exploring year round vs. only for the season, or wanting lots of data vs. a just-in-case emergency plan, Garmin offers a variety of flexible subscription plans to choose from.