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Parents can delay the smartphone with Bounce 2 kids smartwatch from Garmin

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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) has launched Bounce 2, an enhanced kids smartwatch with LTE connectivity priced at $299.99. The device features two-way calling, text messaging, and real-time location tracking capabilities, offering parents an alternative to smartphones for their children.

The smartwatch comes with a 1.2-inch AMOLED display and is available in light purple, turquoise, and slate gray. Key features include built-in sports tracking apps, Amazon Music compatibility, voice commands, and swim-friendly design. The device offers up to 2 days of battery life and requires a monthly subscription of $9.99 for LTE connectivity.

Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) ha lanciato Bounce 2, una smartwatch per ragazzi migliorata con connettività LTE, al prezzo di 299,99 dollari. Il dispositivo offre chiamate bidirezionali, messaggi di testo e tracciamento della posizione in tempo reale, offrendo ai genitori un'alternativa agli smartphone per i propri figli.

Lo smartwatch è dotato di un display AMOLED da 1,2 pollici ed è disponibile in viola chiaro, turquesa e grigio ardesia. Le caratteristiche principali includono app di monitoraggio sportivo integrate, compatibilità con Amazon Music, comandi vocali e un design resistente al nuoto. La batteria dura fino a 2 giorni e richiede un abbonamento mensile di 9,99 dollari per la connettività LTE.

Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) ha lanzado Bounce 2, un reloj inteligente para niños mejorado con conectividad LTE, a un precio de 299,99 dólares. El dispositivo ofrece llamadas bidireccionales, mensajes de texto y seguimiento de ubicación en tiempo real, brindando a los padres una alternativa a los teléfonos inteligentes para sus hijos.

El reloj tiene una pantalla AMOLED de 1,2 pulgadas y está disponible en morado claro, turquesa y grafito. Las características clave incluyen aplicaciones de seguimiento deportivo integradas, compatibilidad con Amazon Music, comandos de voz y un diseño resistente al agua. La batería ofrece hasta 2 días de autonomía y se requiere una suscripción mensual de 9,99 dólares para la conectividad LTE.

Garmin(NYSE: GRMN)가 LTE 연결 기능이 포함된 아동용 스마트워치 Bounce 2를 출시했습니다. 가격은 299.99달러입니다. 이 기기는 양방향 통화, 문자 메시지, 실시간 위치 추적 기능을 제공하며 아이를 위한 스마트폰의 대안을 부모에게 제공합니다.

스마트워치는 1.2인치 AMOLED 디스플레이를 갖고 있으며 연보라, 터큐스, 슬레이트 그레이 색상으로 제공됩니다. 주요 특징으로는 내장 스포츠 추적 앱, Amazon Music 호환성, 음성 명령, 수영에 적합한 디자인이 있습니다. 배터리는 최대 2일 지속되며 LTE 연결은 월 구독 9.99달러가 필요합니다.

Garmin (NYSE : GRMN) a lancé Bounce 2, une montre connectée pour enfants améliorée avec connectivité LTE, au prix de 299,99 $. L'appareil propose les appels bidirectionnels, les messages texte et le suivi de position en temps réel, offrant aux parents une alternative aux smartphones pour leurs enfants.

La montre est dotée d'un écran AMOLED de 1,2 pouce et est disponible en violet clair, turquoise et gris ardoise. Caractéristiques clés : applications de suivi sportif intégrées, compatibilité Amazon Music, commandes vocales et design résistant à la natation. La batterie dure jusqu'à 2 jours et nécessite un abonnement mensuel de 9,99 $ pour la connectivité LTE.

Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) hat Bounce 2 eingeführt, eine verbesserte Kinder-Smartwatch mit LTE-Konnektivität zum Preis von 299,99 $. Das Gerät bietet Zwei-Wege-Anrufe, Textnachrichten und Echtzeit-Standortverfolgung und bietet Eltern eine Alternative zu Smartphones für ihre Kinder.

Die Smartwatch verfügt über ein 1,2-Zoll-AMOLED-Display und ist in Hellviolett, Türkis und Schiefergrau erhältlich. Zu den Hauptmerkmalen gehören integrierte Sport-Tracking-Apps, Kompatibilität mit Amazon Music, Sprachbefehle und ein schwimmfreundliches Design. Das Gerät bietet eine Akkulaufzeit von bis zu 2 Tagen und erfordert ein monatliches Abonnement von 9,99 $ für LTE-Konnektivität.

غارمن (بورصة نيويورك: GRMN) أطلقت Bounce 2، ساعة ذكية مميزة للأطفال مع اتصال LTE وبسعر 299.99 دولارًا. يتيح الجهاز المكالمات ثنائية الاتجاه، الرسائل النصية، وتتبع الموقع في الوقت الفعلي، مما يمنح الآباء بديلاً للهواتف الذكية لأطفالهم.

تتميز الساعة بشاشة AMOLED مقاس 1.2 بوصة وتتوفر بالألوان البنفسجي الفاتح، التوركواز، والرمادي الهادف. تشمل الميزات الرئيسية تطبيقات تتبع رياضية مدمجة، توافق مع Amazon Music، أوامر صوتية، وتصميم مقاوم للسباحة. تدوم البطارية حتى يومين، ويتطلب اشتراكًا شهريًا بقيمة 9.99 دولارًا لاتصال LTE.

Garmin(NYSE: GRMN) 推出 Bounce 2,这是一款增强型儿童智能手表,具备 LTE 连接,价格为 299.99 美元。该设备支持双向通话、文本消息和实时定位跟踪,为家长提供了孩子使用智能手机的替代方案。

智能手表配有 1.2 英寸的 AMOLED 显示屏,提供淡紫色、绿松石色和石板灰三种颜色。主要特征包括内置运动追踪应用、兼容 Amazon Music、语音指令以及防水设计。设备续航可达 2 天,LTE 连接需要每月订阅 9.99 美元

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  • Provides parents with real-time location tracking and communication features
  • Offers multiple connectivity options including two-way calling and text messaging
  • Includes fitness tracking capabilities and entertainment features
  • Water-resistant design suitable for various activities
Negative
  • Requires additional monthly subscription of $9.99 for LTE connectivity
  • Limited battery life of up to 2 days with LTE features

Stay connected with two-way calling, text messaging and real-time location tracking – all with a new stylish design and added fitness activities

OLATHE, Kan., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced Bounce 2, its reimagined smartwatch for kids with LTE connectivity1 that makes staying in touch even easier. Bounce 2 allows parents and caregivers to talk to and locate their child thanks to two-way calling, text messaging and real-time location tracking. Featuring a bright, colorful display, kids can also use the smartwatch to track their activities, play fun games, listen to Amazon Music2 and more.

"We are thrilled to introduce Bounce 2, a smartwatch for kids offering the perfect solution for families facing the decision to give their child a smartphone. The watch's transformed design has a stylish look kids will want to wear, while the connectivity features give parents peace of mind knowing where their kids are 24/7." 
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing

Connectivity features parents will love

When using the Garmin Jr. app on a compatible smartphone, parents and parent-approved contacts can communicate with and keep track of their child.

  • Two-way calling and voice messaging: With the built-in speaker and microphone, kids can call their parents and send voice messages directly from their watch. From the app, parents can answer or call their child's Bounce 2.
  • Text messaging: Parents can send text messages to their child's Bounce 2; kids can respond or create their own messages using a full keyboard directly on the watch.
  • Voice message transcriptions: While in a work meeting or in an area where listening isn't possible, read transcriptions of voice messages sent from the watch.
  • Real-time location tracking: Whether it's a trip to the park or visiting a friend's house, parents can see their child's location in real-time and be notified when they enter or leave a parent-defined area with new temporary geofencing.

Fun features for kids

  • Built-in sports apps: Kids can track a variety of activities like running, walking, bicycling, pickleball, jump roping, team sports and more.
  • Immersive designs: Enjoy on-screen animations, watch faces and color themes.
  • Amazon Music: Download songs from Amazon Music directly to the watch (Amazon Prime or Amazon Music Unlimited subscription required) to listen to tunes out loud on the watch or through compatible headphones.
  • Voice commands: Phrases like "call mom", "start a timer" and more can be activated right from the watch.

Kid-friendly design

Built for all-day play, Bounce 2 features a round, vivid 1.2-inch AMOLED display, giving the watch a sleek look, while the swim-friendly design provides protection during all kinds of activities. And with two side buttons and a touchscreen, it's easy for kids to navigate between screens and type out text messages on their watch.

Available now, Bounce 2 offers up to 2 days of battery life3 and has a suggested retail price of $299.99.  It comes in three color options, including light purple, turquoise and slate gray. Kids smartwatch plans are managed by Garmin and are available for $9.99 per month. To learn more about the suite of fitness, wellness and activity features available on Bounce 2, click here

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized the health and wellness industry. Committed to developing smartwatches and health measurement tools that help people of all activity levels lead healthier lives, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garmin on social, or follow our blog. 

1

To use LTE features, an active subscription plan and connectivity to a LTE network is necessary; see LTE coverage area at Garmin.com/bounce2ltecoverage

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Amazon Music Unlimited or Amazon Prime subscription required.

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Connected feature usage as well as LTE network conditions will have a significant impact on battery life experienced.

About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin is a registered trademark and Bounce and Garmin Jr. are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. Amazon Music and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates.

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.

Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 28, 2024, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983), and the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 28, 2025 filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 001-41118). Copies of such Form 10-K and Form 10-Q are available at https://www.garmin.com/en-US/investors/sec/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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FAQ

What is the price of the Garmin Bounce 2 smartwatch (GRMN)?

The Garmin Bounce 2 smartwatch is priced at $299.99 with an additional monthly subscription of $9.99 for LTE connectivity.

What are the main features of Garmin's Bounce 2 kids smartwatch?

Key features include two-way calling, text messaging, real-time location tracking, fitness tracking, Amazon Music compatibility, and voice commands. It has a 1.2-inch AMOLED display and is water-resistant.

How long does the battery last on the Garmin Bounce 2?

The Garmin Bounce 2 offers up to 2 days of battery life, though actual duration depends on LTE network conditions and connected feature usage.

What colors is the Garmin Bounce 2 smartwatch available in?

The Garmin Bounce 2 is available in three colors: light purple, turquoise, and slate gray.

Does Garmin Bounce 2 require a subscription plan?

Yes, the Garmin Bounce 2 requires a $9.99 monthly subscription plan managed by Garmin to use its LTE features.
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