Tag: garmin

  • Garmin inReach versus ZOLEO Messaging Types

    In this video, I’ll expand on a question I got recently which was if it was possible to send messages from a Garmin inReach to a ZOLEO satellite messenger? The answer is yes, but in this video I’ll expand on this to send messages between both devices and see the differences when sending SMS, email…

  • How To Add Property Boundaries On Your Garmin GPS

    I helped a local historical society by getting approximate Property or Parcel boundaries onto their Garmin GPS. Imagine that the last time the property and parcels were surveyed in the early 1800’s and you wanted the boundaries onto your GPS so that you can get an idea of the area before you get a professional…

  • Garmin Handheld Pre-loaded Maps Options

    Now that most of the Garmin Handhelds have had a refresh in the last 3 years, it is time to take a look at a common question that arises when owners are shopping to upgrade their handheld or new users looking for an upgrade. eTrex 22x 32x – Montana 700 Series Pre-Loaded Maps Garmin included…

  • How To Export & Share GPS Tracks Using Garmin Explore and GaiaGPS

    I’ve been slowly trying to get away from the Garmin eco-system for the last few months. For years now, I’ve been adding tracks to my Garmin basecamp collection but as my personal computer usage goes to more portable devices like a smartphone or tablet (all the content you’ve seen from me in 2020 has come…

  • Garmin eTrex 22x 32x How To Tutorials

    The Garmin eTrex 22X / 32X GPS units is a great starter device for those wanting a small form factor and capable to do the basic GPS functions you’ve come to expect with a Garmin. We’ve listed a number of tutorials on this page that can help you with some of the more popular topics…

  • Garmin Vivoactive 4 / Venu Tutorials

    The latest generation in the vivo line, after the popular vivoactive 3 series gps watch. The Vivoactive 4 and Venu are identical in terms of functions however the main difference between the two is the display screen and overall shorter battery life on the Venu. Announced in September 2019, a week before the latest Apple…

  • Garmin Instinct Review and How To Tutorials

    The Garmin Instinct is the low cost option for those who think that the fenix 5 watch and MARC are too expensive. It is still an expensive GPS watch but it has everything you need (except for Connect IQ downloads) that you will probably not miss the fenix series much. This watch has a rugged…

  • Garmin GPSMAP 66S & 66ST Tutorials

    Garmin GPSMAP 66s / 66st User Manual You can download the user manual for the Garmin GPSMAP 66 series in PDF format here. Garmin Explore Smartphone App for GPSMAP 66s / 66st Download the companion smartphone app “Garmin EXPLORE” for the GPSMAP 66 series at the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Garmin Explore…

  • Garmin Speak Plus – A Dash-Cam With Amazon Alexa

    We are doing a quick overview and review of the Garmin Speak Plus with Amazon Alexa. This is essentially an Alexa enabled speaker that you install in your car or truck and with your smartphone data; you can access Alexa skills, stream music or utilize Garmin navigation. I’ll be installing the Garmin Speak in a…

  • Garmin Vivoactive 3 How To Tutorials

    You’ll find below a list of short video tutorials on the functions and features of the Garmin Vivoactive 3. This is a low cost GPS general activity watch which includes a wrist heart rate sensor. A nice upgrade for those who had the forerunner 35. This is a small basic device packed with enough features,…