Garmin introduces ECG App for smartwatches

Garmin, a global leader in smart wearable technology, has officially launched its ECG App1 in Malaysia, making advanced heart health monitoring more accessible to smartwatch users. The app, which is now available on selected Garmin smartwatches, allows users to record their heart rhythm and detect signs of atrial fibrillation (AFib) with ease. This FDA-cleared app gives customers in Malaysia the ability to take a 30-second electrocardiogram (ECG) directly from their watch, with immediate results viewable on the device or through the Garmin Connect smartphone app.

Advanced Health Tracking with Garmin’s ECG App

The new ECG App is designed to help users take control of their heart health by offering a seamless and user-friendly experience. By placing their finger on the watch bezel, users can record electrical signals from their heart, which are analyzed to detect irregularities such as AFib, a condition that can lead to serious complications like stroke if left undiagnosed. The app provides real-time data, allowing users to review their heart rhythm on their watch or, if preferred, through the Garmin Connect app for a more detailed analysis.

In a statement, Mr. Scoppen Lin, Assistant General Manager of Garmin Asia, said, “We are pleased to bring the ECG App to even more of our users, including those with our newly launched flagship fēnix 8 series smartwatches. We take pride in offering premium health and wellness features across our smartwatch lineups, and this tool that lets our users in Malaysia conveniently take an ECG recording when they want only adds to the suite of innovative features to help them stay on top of their health.”

Seamless Integration with Garmin Connect

One of the standout features of Garmin’s ECG App is its integration with the Garmin Connect platform. After recording an ECG, users can sync the results to their Garmin Connect account, where they can view a detailed history of their heart rhythm recordings. This feature also allows users to generate reports that can be shared with healthcare providers, enabling more comprehensive heart health monitoring and management.

The app is currently compatible with several Garmin smartwatch models in Malaysia, including the fēnix 8 AMOLED, fēnix 8 Solar, epix Pro (Gen 2), and Venu 2 Plus. This feature is a significant addition to Garmin’s suite of health tools, further cementing its position as a leader in wearable technology.

Expanded Availability Across Garmin Devices

The ECG App is available on a wide range of Garmin’s latest smartwatches. Customers using the fēnix 8, epix Pro (Gen 2), quatix 7 Pro, and Venu 3 series can access the app after updating their devices to the latest software version. The app’s broad compatibility ensures that users across various models can take advantage of this cutting-edge health tool. Garmin has also expressed its intention to expand the availability of the ECG App to more devices in the future, providing even greater accessibility to users globally.

The availability of the ECG App adds another layer of functionality to Garmin’s watches, which are already packed with health and fitness tracking features such as oxygen saturation monitoring, stress tracking, and sleep analysis.

Revolutionizing Heart Health Monitoring

Garmin’s dedication to innovation is evident in its constant development of tools aimed at improving users’ overall health and well-being. The ECG App reflects Garmin’s mission to help people lead healthier lives through cutting-edge wearable technology. Engineered with the principle of “life on the outside” in mind, Garmin continues to push boundaries by creating products that are not only technologically advanced but also intuitive and user-friendly.

For more information about Garmin’s ECG App and the compatible devices, visit the official Garmin Malaysia website or follow Garmin Malaysia on social media for updates.