It’s no secret that having the right tool for the job increases productivity.
And just like tools being precisely designed for a specific purpose, so are Garmin GPS products.
After all, the more productive you are, the more enjoyable your adventure will be.
From fishermen pursuing that next big catch to canoeists, kayakers, and even sail and power boaters, you should have a handheld GPS that’s designed specifically for avid mariners.
I’m talking about a GPS that can navigate as well as hold maps, courses and waypoints, and yes – even float.
We’ve built marine handheld GPS products for years.
But today, I want to show off the latest addition to our marine handheld family – designed for boaters, by boaters – the GPSMAP 79s and 79sc.
You may be thinking that mobile phones and tablets have some similar capabilities, so why not use one of those on the boat?
Well for starters, battery life in mobile phones and tablets have come a long way over the years.
But utilizing the GPS and the appropriate mapping or navigation apps can severely drain your smartphone or tablet battery if you’re not charging it while you’re using it.
The GPSMAP 79 series on the other hand is purpose-built for boaters, with a host of features and a battery life of up to 20 hours,
giving you the power where you need it to help make the most out of your time on the water.
Besides the change in physical appearance that’s obvious when you take it out of the box, the GPSMAP 79 handhelds have a new scratch-resistant, bonded display that’s over 25 percent larger,
and has two and a half times the resolution – giving you a crisper, clearer display than previous models.
And unlike some mobile phones or tablets, these handhelds are sunlight readable – even when wearing polarised sunglasses.
But they’re fog proof and water resistant to IPX6 standards, in addition to IPX7 – giving them the durability to hold up to heavy spray, driving rain, and even rough sea conditions.
And if the handheld goes overboard in those rough waters, don’t worry – these units are designed to float.
I can’t say that I would be at all comfortable with my mobile phone or tablet getting wet, much less taking a swim with the fishes.
No matter if we’re marking waypoints for structure or following a track back to the dock, accuracy matters – right?
Of course it does.
It could mean the difference between being on the fish – or not.
Well, the GPSMAP 79 series doesn’t just support GPS, but multiple other satellite constellations as well – such as GLONASS, Galileo, and QZSS – just to name a few.
With this level of support, you’ll get accurate, reliable tracking and positioning around the world.
And since we’re on the topic of waypoints, there never seems to be enough memory to store all those secret fishing spots.
I mean, you pick up a few here and a few there.
Maybe a friend will share some with you – of course, not their best spots.
And before long, your memory is full.
Well check this out – the GPSMAP 79 series has more memory than previous models – 8 gigabytes to be exact.
And that means you can save and track up to 10,000 waypoints and 250 routes. So go ahead and save your favorite spots until your heart’s content.
When it comes to boating, a compass is one of the most valuable tools on the water – so why not always have one with you?
We’ve designed the GPSMAP 79 series with a 3-axis, tilt-compensated electronic compass.
Not only do you not have to hold it level, but it will show your heading – even while the boat is idle.
While a compass is a valuable tool on the boat, it’s not the only tool.
There are times when having a detailed chart can greatly improve navigation.
If you want to experience unparalleled coverage and brilliant detail when you’re on the water, you’ll want the GPSMAP 79sc.
This handheld comes preloaded with BlueChart g3 coastal charts that give you leading-edge coverage, clarity and detail with integrated Garmin and Navionics data,
such as depth range shading, detailed contours, and even nav aids.
And if you find yourself boating where our U.S. charts don’t cover, we have multiple on-the-water charts available across the globe for the 79s and 79sc,
no matter if you want to download them yourself, or with a simple plug-and-play, preloaded micro–SD Card.
Avid boaters know that our time on the water can start way before sunrise and last until sunset.
And our electronics should be there for us every step of the way.
As I mentioned earlier, with the GPSMAP 79s and 79sc, you’ll get up to 20 hours of battery life in GPS tracking mode, with 2 AA batteries, to help you stay on the water until the last line is in.
These rugged, floating handhelds are built for life on the boat – to help you stay on course and track more adventures.
We want you to cast off confidently – with the GPSMAP 79 series.
Hey, thanks taking the time to learn about the GPSMAP 79s and 79sc.
We hope it helps bring a little more enjoyment to your next on-the-water adventure.
For now, that’s all I‘ve got.
This is Andrew from Garmin, hoping that wherever the tide takes you, we’ve helped you beat yesterday.