# Garmin’s Latest Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 Are Already Receiving Four New Features
Garmin is reinforcing its status as a frontrunner in the smartwatch and fitness tracker domain with its newest feature update from December 2024. This rollout unveils a collection of innovative features for a broad selection of Garmin devices, particularly the recently released **Fenix 8** and **Enduro 3**. These enhancements are designed to improve the user experience for athletes, outdoor enthusiasts, and fitness lovers. Here’s all the essential information regarding the recent features and how they bolster Garmin’s already stellar lineup.
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## **Essential Information**
The December 2024 feature release rolls out a total of five new functionalities for selected Garmin smartwatches and cycling computers. While not all devices will obtain every feature, the **Garmin Fenix 8** and **Enduro 3** are among the select models gaining the complete set of updates. The deployment is currently in progress and will extend over the next few weeks, allowing users to begin enjoying these enhancements shortly.
### **Highlighted Features in the Update**
1. **Lactate Threshold Auto-Detection**
2. **Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Auto-Detection**
3. **Garmin Coach Strength Training Plans**
4. **Workout Execution Score Enhancements**
5. **Meditation Activity**
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## **Exploring the New Features**
### **1. Lactate Threshold Auto-Detection**
This innovation is revolutionary for endurance athletes. Lactate threshold is a vital measure indicating the intensity level at which your body starts to generate more lactate than it can eliminate. With this enhancement, users can assess their lactate threshold heart rate, pace, and power straight from their Garmin watch without needing to engage in high-intensity workouts. This simplifies monitoring fitness advancements and fine-tuning training regimens.
### **2. Functional Threshold Power (FTP) Auto-Detection**
Cyclists and triathletes will welcome the introduction of FTP auto-detection. FTP is a fundamental performance metric reflecting the maximum power a cyclist can maintain for an hour. Thanks to this update, Garmin devices can now automatically determine FTP using your training insights, removing the necessity for manual assessments and facilitating the tracking of progress over time.
### **3. Garmin Coach Strength Training Plans**
Garmin Coach, a long-standing favorite among runners, now broadens its functionalities to include strength training. Users can access customized strength training plans designed around their fitness objectives. The Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 were equipped with this feature at launch, and it is now being introduced to additional compatible devices as well.
### **4. Workout Execution Score Enhancements**
This feature enhances how Garmin assesses your workout performance. By delivering more detailed feedback on the execution quality of your planned workout, it assists users in maintaining focus on their fitness aspirations. This update is especially advantageous for athletes who depend on structured training regimens.
### **5. Meditation Activity**
In light of the increasing focus on mental wellness and mindfulness, Garmin has launched a meditation activity mode. This function allows users to log their meditation sessions, including duration and heart rate variability (HRV), thereby offering insights into how mindfulness practices influence their overall health.
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## **Devices Eligible for the Update**
The December 2024 update is accessible for a wide array of Garmin devices, including:
– **Smartwatches**: Fenix 7/Pro, Epix Gen 2/Pro, Enduro 2, Tactix 7, MARQ Gen 2, Quatix 7/Pro, D2 Mach 1/Pro, Fenix 8, Enduro 3, Forerunner 165/255/265/955/965, Venu 3, Vivoactive 5.
– **Cycling Computers**: Edge 540, Edge 840, Edge 1040, Edge 1050, Edge Explore 2.
However, not every device will gain access to all features. The **Fenix 8**, **Enduro 3**, and **Forerunner 955/965** series are the only models set to receive the full range of updates.
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## **Why the Fenix 8 and Enduro 3 Are Exceptional**
The **Garmin Fenix 8** and **Enduro 3** already come stocked with state-of-the-art features, positioning them as some of the most sophisticated smartwatches available. The inclusion of these new updates enhances their attractiveness:
– **Fenix 8**: Renowned for its sturdy design and extensive fitness tracking capabilities, the Fenix 8 is perfect for outdoor adventurers and multisport athletes. The new features further amplify its versatility, especially for endurance training and recovery assessment.
– **Enduro 3**: With its **unparalleled battery longevity** and emphasis on ultra-endurance activities, the Enduro 3 stands out as ideal for long-distance runners.
