Garmin Forerunner 235 Optic Gray

Garmin presents, the peak heart rate monitor, "Forerunner 235 with Optic", a successor to the popular, "Garmin Forerunner 230". Compared to its predecessor it differs only in one fundamental aspect, you no longer need a chest strap to monitor your heart rate. It has a built-in optical sensor that measures the heartbeat right at the wrist. This simple advancement makes it possible for you to be free of the awkward chest strap.  All your necessary information is displayed on its large and clear LCD display.

It also boasts a long-lasting Li-Ion battery that will power the watch up to eleven hours with the GPS activated and up to five weeks in regular watch mode. Also, this model has been retrofitted with multisport profiles for biking, running and others activities.

Key Features:

• Large colour display with excellent readability
• Built-in heart rate sensor
• Smartwatch functions
• Support for iOS and Android devices
• Multisport profiles
• Voice instructions
• Connect IQ Platform Support
• Highly sensitive GLONASS receiver  
• Waterproof to 5 ATM

Heart rate monitor and smartwatch

Now, you can use it as a smart watch, which can easily be paired via Bluetooth with your Android or iOS smartphone. The watch can display information about incoming / missed calls, SMS, emails and other notifications. With this, you can easily send your data directly to the server.

Lightning GPS

It is also comes equipped with a GPS chip that connects to the Russian GLONASS satellite system. Thus, you do not have to purchase an external receiver, and the GPS signal is very accurate.  It starts in a few seconds - it will have uploaded data before you manage to set your watch. The watch is made for runners, but it can be used by cyclists, inline skaters, skiers and other lovers of an active life.

Countless training functions

The Forerunner 235 displays, among other things, your current or average pace. For example, after every kilometre (optional) the watch can beep and display your time. It delivers advanced features for interval training, such as planning and an audible or vibrating alert. With Interval training, you can also access an online diary with a preset format or easily customise your own and then upload it to the watch. The watch will then instruct you when to speed up, slow down, and how long you need to run at that intensity.

The Connect IQ

Through Garmin Mobile Connect you will be able to add features to the watch. The Connect IQ not only works with Garmin but also with other providers. Your equipment can be easily customised to your liking by modifying the appearance of the screen or by using different data fields, widgets and applications.

• Watch skins - allow you to change the look of the watch
• Data Fields -  you can download new data fields that show different sensor data, activity and history data. With these, "Connect IQ", data fields can be added to the built-in functions and sites.
• Tools - provide instant information, including data from sensors and Warnings
• Applications - add interactive features such as new types of outdoor and fitness activities.