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Garmin Forerunner 165 – Detailed Feature Overview
The Garmin Forerunner 165 is an entry-level AMOLED running smartwatch designed for runners and fitness enthusiasts who want a balance of performance features, health tracking, and smartwatch functionality—all in a lightweight, affordable package and is available at Mobihub Electronics Kenya.
1. Design and Display
AMOLED Touchscreen Display
Features a 1.2-inch vibrant AMOLED touchscreen with excellent visibility indoors and outdoors.Physical Buttons
Includes five physical buttons for reliable operation during workouts, alongside touchscreen control.Lightweight Build
Weighs approximately 39 grams, making it comfortable for all-day wear and during runs.Case and Lens Materials
Constructed with a fiber-reinforced polymer bezel and chemically strengthened glass for everyday durability.Interchangeable Bands
Compatible with 20mm quick-release bands.
2. Battery Life
Up to 11 days in smartwatch mode
Up to 19 hours in GPS mode
Up to 20 days in battery saver mode
Battery life will vary depending on display settings and usage habits.
3. Health and Wellness Features
Wrist-Based Heart Rate Monitoring
Continuously monitors heart rate at rest and during activity, with alerts for unusually high or low readings.Pulse Ox Sensor
Measures blood oxygen levels during sleep or on demand.Sleep Tracking with Sleep Score
Monitors sleep stages (light, deep, REM) and provides a nightly sleep score and insights.Body Battery Energy Monitoring
Combines data from sleep, activity, and stress to estimate daily energy levels.Stress Tracking
Measures heart rate variability to detect stress levels throughout the day.Respiration Tracking
Tracks breaths per minute throughout the day and during sleep.Hydration and Menstrual Cycle Tracking
Lets users log water intake and track menstrual cycle or pregnancy-related data.Nap Detection
Automatically logs short naps and adds them to the daily recovery profile.
4. Fitness and Training Features
Built-in Sports Modes
Includes over 25 activity profiles such as running, walking, cycling, pool swimming, strength training, HIIT, yoga, and more.Adaptive Training Plans
Daily suggested workouts adapt based on fitness level, recovery, and training load.Garmin Coach
Offers structured training plans for 5K, 10K, and half-marathon races.VO2 Max Estimation
Assesses cardiorespiratory fitness level during outdoor runs.Race Predictor
Provides predicted race times based on fitness and historical performance.Recovery Time Guidance
Estimates how long the body needs to recover after each workout.Training Effect (Aerobic and Anaerobic)
Measures the impact of your workouts on your fitness level.
5. GPS and Navigation
Integrated GPS
Tracks distance, pace, and route with support for multiple satellite systems (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo).Course Navigation
Allows users to follow routes imported from Garmin Connect or third-party apps.
6. Smartwatch Features
Smart Notifications
Receive text messages, calls, calendar alerts, and app notifications when paired with a smartphone.Music Controls
Control music playback on your smartphone directly from the watch.Garmin Pay
Contactless payment feature for supported cards and banks.Custom Watch Faces and Apps
Supports downloading custom watch faces, widgets, and apps through Garmin’s platform.
7. Safety and Assistance
Incident Detection
Detects falls during activities and sends real-time location to emergency contacts.Assistance Feature
Manually alerts designated contacts with your location when triggered.LiveTrack
Allows friends and family to follow your activities in real time.
Summary
The Garmin Forerunner 165 is a well-rounded running smartwatch offering premium display quality, essential training tools, health metrics, and smartwatch features at an accessible price point. It’s ideal for beginner and intermediate runners who want more insight into their performance without the complexity of higher-end multisport watches.
