Garmin Blog

It’s time to update your Garmin marine units with the latest software. The update adds improved functionality and new features, including improved VIRB X/XE and FUSION-Link integration. This update is for users of echoMAP, echoMAP CHIRP, GPSMAP 5×7/7×1, 8×0/10×0, 74xx/76xx, 80xx/82xx, and 84xx/86xx series units. If you own an older unit, we still strongly encourage [...] The post June Marine Software Update Adds New...

Today Garmin announced details of its intuitive Lenexa infotainment concept, a tactile system for automotive OEMs with practical features that encourage safety and ease-of-use. Lenexa integrates contemporary infotainment with tried-and-true physical controls dedicated to specific functions. Lenexa’s adaptable system was recently evaluated against the touchscreen user interface (UI) of a popular infotainment solution and the [...] The post Announcement: Garmin unveils the power of...

On Monday, the FAA announced that beginning this fall, they would be offering a $500 ADS-B rebate program to help owners of single-engine piston aircraft offset costs for the upcoming mandate deadline. With this landmark announcement, the agency hopes to stimulate ADS-B installations and incentivize aircraft owners to install sooner, rather than later. This opens [...] The post FAA Announces ADS-B Rebate Program appeared...