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Garmin pro Justin Hamner wins the 2024 Bassmaster Classic championship

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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OLATHE, Kan., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, is proud to celebrate Justin Hamner as the winner of the 2024 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic, Mar. 22-24, at Grand Lake O' the Cherokees in Oklahoma. With six of the top 10 finishers at this year's Bassmaster Classic—the world's most renowned fishing tournament—running LiveScope™ Plus live-scanning sonar, Garmin is the electronics choice of champions.

Key Points: 
  • OLATHE, Kan., March 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, is proud to celebrate Justin Hamner as the winner of the 2024 Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic, Mar.
  • With six of the top 10 finishers at this year's Bassmaster Classic—the world's most renowned fishing tournament—running LiveScope™ Plus live-scanning sonar, Garmin is the electronics choice of champions.
  • Grand Lake is also one of the hundreds of lakes surveyed in the U.S. by Garmin, delivering anglers with exceptional mapping coverage, clarity and detail.
  • "From our entire Garmin team, we want to congratulate Justin on becoming the newest Bassmaster Classic World Champion.

Garmin receives 2024 IBBI Supplier of the Year Award

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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OLATHE, Kan., March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced that it received the prestigious Supplier of the Year honor from the Independent Boat Builders, Inc. (IBBI). The marine industry's largest purchasing cooperative, IBBI is comprised of a 15-owner network of leading boat brands that collectively build more than 25% of all boats sold in the U.S. The IBBI Supplier of the Year award recognizes one company's outstanding service, support and dedication to its owner network.

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  • The IBBI Supplier of the Year award recognizes one company's outstanding service, support and dedication to its owner network.
  • It's an honor to be named Supplier of the Year, and we look forward to continuing to serve IBBI members well into the future."
  • The 2024 IBBI Supplier Awards were presented March 5 at its annual Supplier Conference in Orlando, Fla.
  • This is Garmin's third Supplier of the Year distinction from IBBI, which previously recognized the company with its highest honor in 2019 and 2020.

Garmin expands GPSMAP x3 series with new 16-inch chartplotter

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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OLATHE, Kan., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the GPSMAP® 16x3 chartplotters— the newest addition to its popular GPSMAP x3 series that combines the same easy-to-use features, including built-in Garmin Navionics+™ mapping and sonar support, with a stunning high-resolution full HD 16-inch touchscreen display. For superior clarity and sunlight readability, the GPSMAP 16x3's in-plane switching (IPS) display provides consistent, accurate colors that can be seen from all viewing angles, even with polarized sunglasses. 

Key Points: 
  • "The GPSMAP x3 series is known for providing anglers and boaters with a fast, sharp and smart chartplotter experience that integrates seamlessly into their Garmin marine system.
  • Sleek design: Designed for a wide range of dash configurations, the GPSMAP x3 series offers slimline design borders with edge-to-edge glass displays.
  • Expected to be available in March, the GPSMAP 16x3 series has suggested retail pricing that starts at $4799.99, while the GPSMAP 16x3xsv series starts at $4999.99.
  • Along with the full range of Garmin marine electronics, the GPSMAP 16x3 series will be on display at the Miami International Boat Show, Feb. 14-18, 2024, in booth #3235.

Garmin continues to change the game with the new Panoptix PS70 live sonar for deep-sea fishing

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Tuesday, February 13, 2024
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OLATHE, Kan., Feb. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today unveiled the Panoptix™ PS70, the latest addition to its award-winning live sonar lineup. Powered by Garmin RapidReturn™ sonar technology, the PS70 gives anglers a real-time view of what's below the surface at greater depths than ever before. The fastest live sonar at 1,000' on the market today provides a smooth, video-like view that updates a minimum of 10 frames per second – 6 to 8 times faster than the leading competitor at 1,000' depth. See it in action here.

Key Points: 
  • Powered by Garmin RapidReturn™ sonar technology, the PS70 gives anglers a real-time view of what's below the surface at greater depths than ever before.
  • "Anglers have never seen live sonar images at depths like this or at this speed.
  • – Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales
    Garmin RapidReturn sets the standard for offshore live sonar – from small baitfish to target game fish – in real-time at depths up to 1,000'.
  • Triple-Beam – A three-way traditional sonar split that gives returns from the port, straight down and starboard in an easy-to-understand traditional sonar view.

NAfME Elects Cecil Adderley 2024-2026 National President-Elect

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Monday, February 12, 2024
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HERNDON, Va., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On February 9, 2024, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announced the 2024–2026 National President-Elect, Cecil Adderley, elected by NAfME members. Cecil Adderley is the Chair of Music Education at Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachusetts.

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  • On February 9, 2024, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announced the 2024–2026 National President-Elect, Cecil Adderley, elected by NAfME members.
  • HERNDON, Va., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On February 9, 2024, the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) announced the 2024–2026 National President-Elect, Cecil Adderley, elected by NAfME members.
  • NAfME values the contributions to music education from all the candidates who take part in this process and looks forward to Cecil Adderley carrying NAfME into the future.
  • NAfME values the contributions to music education from all the candidates who take part in this process and looks forward to Cecil Adderley carrying NAfME into the future.

Yamaha and Siren Marine Announce New Siren Connected Boat Mobile App

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Yamaha and Siren Marine announced today the new Siren Connected Boat mobile app backed by a robust marine IoT ecosystem featuring integration with Yamaha outboards and control systems.

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  • Yamaha and Siren Marine announced today the new Siren Connected Boat mobile app backed by a robust marine IoT ecosystem featuring integration with Yamaha outboards and control systems.
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “Through Siren Connected Boat, Yamaha and Siren offer never-before-seen innovation and benefits that allow boat owners to ‘be’ on board their boat even when they can’t be in person,” said Andrew Cullen, Director, Connectivity, Yamaha U.S. Marine Business Unit.
  • The new Siren Connected Boat mobile app will be available for download in the U.S. on February 15, 2024.
  • Siren 3 Pro is a third-generation remote boat monitoring and telematics platform leading the future of the Connected Boat technology.

Yamaha and Siren Marine’s Connected Boat Customer Experience Platform Elevates Boat Ownership Experiences

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Thursday, January 25, 2024
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Yamaha and Siren Marine announce an all-new Connected Boat Customer Experience platform for boat builders and marine dealers, offering the most robust Marine IoT ecosystem in the market featuring integration with Yamaha outboards and control systems.

Key Points: 
  • Yamaha and Siren Marine announce an all-new Connected Boat Customer Experience platform for boat builders and marine dealers, offering the most robust Marine IoT ecosystem in the market featuring integration with Yamaha outboards and control systems.
  • For dealers, the platform provides an easy and valuable way to stay connected with their customers while driving service traffic back to the dealership.”
    The Siren Connected Boat Customer Experience Platform starts with a mobile application, Siren Connected Boat, that personalizes the boating experience by combining the branded look of the customer’s boat builder with specific information curated especially for them.
  • Siren Connected Boat combines real-time vessel security, multiple and flexible boat monitoring and tracking functions, and convenience features including remote digital switching.
  • The Siren Connected Boat Customer Experience Platform and the Siren Connected Boat mobile app will be available for download in the U.S. on February 15, 2024.

Garmin introduces premium quatix 7 Pro marine smartwatch

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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OLATHE, Kan., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the quatix® 7 Pro – its next-gen high-performance smartwatch optimized for marine life. Purpose-built for life on the water and packed with wearable tech for everyday fitness, wellness and convenience, it features a stunning 1.3" AMOLED display with a premium, scratch-resistant sapphire lens. Explore longer thanks to a battery life of up to 16 days in smartwatch mode1 and extend adventures after dark with a built-in LED flashlight with variable intensities and strobe modes. What's more, the quatix 7 Pro features two new apps – Trolling Motor Remote and Fish Forecast – that enrich life on the water for mariners, boaters and anglers.

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  • Newest GPS watch for mariners includes an AMOLED display,
    OLATHE, Kan., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the quatix® 7 Pro – its next-gen high-performance smartwatch optimized for marine life.
  • "Our new quatix 7 Pro is designed with a marine lifestyle in mind.
  • With built-in apps created for adventures on the water, the quatix 7 Pro is the ultimate smartwatch to captain a helm.
  • Like many Garmin smartwatches, the quatix 7 Pro is packed with connected features such as smart notifications, music storage for phone-free listening, Garmin Pay™ contactless payment and more.

Garmin introduces next-gen ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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OLATHE, Kan., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the ECHOMAP™ Ultra 2 chartplotter series designed with advanced features for inland and nearshore anglers. Offering a 10- or 12-inch sunlight-readable touchscreen with keyed assist, they put UHD scanning sonar, preloaded Garmin Navionics+™ mapping with an included 1-year subscription for daily updates, wireless networking capabilities and more at an angler's fingertips.

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  • With the addition of wireless networking, multi-band GPS and a new user interface, the new ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series is even more versatile and easier to use than before."
  • –Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales
    Combining power and functionality, the ECHOMAP Ultra 2 series will meet the demands of today's angler with exciting new features, including:
    Wireless Networking: Share sonar1, waypoints and routes with another ECHOMAP Ultra 2 or ECHOMAP UHD2 chartplotter on the boat, reducing the need to drill extra holes in the boat, while also keeping the deck space free from the clutter of extra cables.
  • Available in two sizes, the ECHOMAP Ultra 2 106sv with a 10-inch display and ECHOMAP Ultra 2 126sv with a 12-inch display, the new series offers unparalleled mapping coverage and detail for both coastal and inland waters with built-in Garmin Navionics+.
  • 1 LiveScope sonar cannot be shared wirelessly between two ECHOMAP Ultra 2 or ECHOMAP UHD2 chartplotters.

Take sportfishing to extreme depths with the new GSD 28 from Garmin

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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OLATHE, Kan., Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN), the world's most innovative and recognized marine electronics manufacturer, today announced the GSD™ 28, a high-powered sonar module engineered for serious sportfishing. Featuring Garmin RapidReturn™ sonar, the GSD 28 provides more sonar data on the multi-function display with up to 6 times the transmit rate of its predecessor so anglers can see more detail than ever before. And thanks to Garmin's new xCHIRP sonar technology, the GSD 28 provides higher resolution with excellent target separation and bottom discrimination to help anglers easily distinguish bottom features from bait or sport fish.

Key Points: 
  • Featuring Garmin RapidReturn™ sonar, the GSD 28 provides more sonar data on the multi-function display with up to 6 times the transmit rate of its predecessor so anglers can see more detail than ever before.
  • "Garmin's digital sonar modules have been trusted for off-shore, high-powered sonar by anglers for nearly two decades, and the GSD 28 adds new and innovative features to set the standard once again for saltwater sportfishing.
  • Optimized for sportfishing, the GSD 28 is designed to withstand harsh marine environments, including high winds, rain and sunlight, and is water-resistant with an IPX7 rating.
  • For the ninth consecutive year, Garmin was named the Manufacturer of the Year by the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA).