The Garmin Cirqa seemingly lacks a key feature that could have helped it beat the Fitbit Air and Whoop 5.0

Date:
Tue, 09 Jun 2026 11:32:39 +0000

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A certification listing suggests the Garmin Cirqa might lack GPS, so you'll
be reliant on your phone.

FULL STORY ======================================================================Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Reddit Pinterest Flipboard Threads Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter A certification listing has
been spotted for a device believed to be the Garmin Cirqa It lists Bluetooth as the only connectivity option, suggesting this won't have Wi-Fi or GPS That puts it in line with rival screenless wearables If youve been looking forward to the Garmin Cirqa, weve got some slightly disappointing but unsurprising news it seems this screenless wearable will lack ANT+, GPS, and Wi-Fi.

This is according to a certification listing for a device believed to be the Cirqa found on the Integrated Regulatory Information System (IRIS) in Singapore, as spotted by The5kRunner (via NotebookCheck ). The listing
reveals just Bluetooth for connectivity, which means the Garmin Cirqa assuming thats what this is would need to be paired with a smartphone in close proximity in order to track things like distances and routes when running or cycling. Latest Videos From Watch full video here:

So if you prefer to work out without your phone, this rumored wearable might not be the one for you. Putting it in line with rivals The Whoop 5.0 also lacks GPS (Image credit: Max Delaney / TechRadar) While thats a shame, its
not really surprising considering that rival screenless devices like the Fitbit Air and Whoop 5.0 also lack built-in GPS. You may like Spotted: More proof of Garmin's screenless Whoop-style smart band CIRQA A new Garmin wearable could launch next week and Whoop should be worried Fitbits upcoming Whoop rival has been repeatedly leaked by Steph Curry

But that means the Cirqa will probably fall in line with them, rather than rising above them. This could have been a clear differentiation that would help Garmins upcoming device beat its key rivals, but the brand seemingly hasnt taken that opportunity.

Still, for those who already wear a Garmin watch , or simply like the Garmin brand but want something without a screen, the Cirqa will probably still be the obvious choice, so theres likely to be a built-in audience for it. Get daily insight, inspiration and deals in your inbox Sign up for breaking news, reviews, opinion, top tech deals, and more. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors By submitting your information you agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.

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