Garmin - Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray - (2024)
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Specifications
- Screen Size30.5 millimetersTouch ScreenYesOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage4 gigabytes
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 30.5 millimeters (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Operating System: Garmin (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Built-in Storage: 4 gigabytes
- Global Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo (A system of satellites which enables a mobile receiver to determine its precise location based on signals received from satellites such as the US Global Positioning System (GPS), the Russian Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), the European Global Navigation Satellite System (Galileo), or the Japanese Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).)
- Metrics Measured: Activity vs. inactivity, Altitude changes, Cadence, Calories burned, Cycling speed, Distance swam, Distance traveled, Duration of exercise, Duration of sleep stages, Hours slept, Laps swam, Pace, Resting heart rate, Running/Walking speed, Standing minutes, Steps taken, VO2 Max
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 164 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Band Material: Silicone
- General
- Brand: Garmin
- Model Number: 010-02863-30
- Product Name: Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer
- Color: Black/Slate Gray
- Product Type: Activity tracker, Smartwatch
- Form Factor: Wristwatch (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Model Family: Garmin Forerunner 165
- Year of Release: 2024
- Design
- Case Size: 43mm (The diameter or longest measurement of the case.)
- Case Shape: Circular
- Band Type: Silicone
- Band Color: Black/Slate Gray
- Clasp Type: Buckle
- Rotating Bezel: false (Rotating the bezel controls the various functions of the device.)
- Dimensions
- Case Thickness: 0.45 inches
- Product Height: 1.69 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 1.69 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 1.28 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length: 0.46 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Minimum Wrist Size: 126 millimeters
- Maximum Wrist Size: 203 millimeters
- Size: Adjustable
- Display
- Display Screen: true
- Screen Size: 30.5 millimeters (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Touch Screen: true (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Screen Resolution: 390 x 390 (Screens come in a range of resolutions (measured in pixels, horizontal x vertical). The higher the resolution, the greater the picture quality.)
- Display Type: AMOLED
- Color Display: true
- Clock Display: true
- Backlit Display: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the display in low-light conditions.)
- Adjustable Brightness: true
- Customizable Watch Faces: true
- Screen Material: chemically strengthened glass
- Compatibility
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Operating System: Garmin (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Voice Assistant Built-in: No (A digital assistant built into the device that uses voice commands to answer questions and control smart devices.)
- Connectivity
- Data Plan Required: false
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth, Wi-Fi (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Wireless Standard: N (The wireless networking protocol used by the device. Each iteration of the protocol is based on the 802.11 standard developed by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Standards Association. Denoted by letters following 802.11 (802.11a, 802.11ac, etc.), each version, published in alphabetical order, encompasses all previous versions.)
- Features
- Built-in Storage: 4 gigabytes
- GPS Enabled: true
- Global Positioning: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo (A system of satellites which enables a mobile receiver to determine its precise location based on signals received from satellites such as the US Global Positioning System (GPS), the Russian Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), the European Global Navigation Satellite System (Galileo), or the Japanese Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).)
- Mobile Notifications: true
- Alert Type: Audible, Vibration, Visual
- Mobile Payment Service Supported: Garmin Pay
- Music Player: true
- Silent Alarm: true
- Built-In Microphone: false
- Voice Activated: false (Able to interpret dictation and/or respond to simple voice commands.)
- Activity
- Metrics Measured: Activity vs. inactivity, Altitude changes, Cadence, Calories burned, Cycling speed, Distance swam, Distance traveled, Duration of exercise, Duration of sleep stages, Hours slept, Laps swam, Pace, Resting heart rate, Running/Walking speed, Standing minutes, Steps taken, VO2 Max
- Multi-Sport Tracking: true
- Sensors: Accelerometer, Altimeter, Ambient light sensor, Barometer, Compass, Optical heart rate (PPG) sensor, Pulse oximeter (Sp02) sensor (Detects stimuli such as heat, light, sound, motion, or pressure and responds accordingly by operating a control or initiating a function of the device.)
- Medical Incident Notification: Contact call, Contact text (Receive notifications for detected medical incidents that enable you to contact emergency services if needed. In some cases, emergency services and/or preprogrammed emergency contacts may be notified automatically. May be reliant on whether wireless network coverage is available.)
- Medical Incidents Detected: Crash detection, Fall
- Performance
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 164 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: -4.0 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 140 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Strength Indicator: true
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Replaceable Battery: false
- Material
- Band Material: Silicone
- Camera
- Integrated Camera: No
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 753759326616
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- AMOLED touchscreen display: 1.2” colorful AMOLED display with touchscreen and buttons
- Long battery life: With up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode, you’ll get a more complete picture of your health and training.
- Pace, distance, heart rate: This easy-to-use GPS running smartwatch provides the essential features you need to take your running to the next level — including GPS, pace, distance and wrist-based heart rate
- Daily suggested workouts: Get workouts made for you. They adapt after every run to match your performance and recovery as well as the races coming up in your Garmin Connect smartphone app calendar.
- Garmin Coach: Get free adaptive 5K, 10K and half-marathon training plans from expert coaches to help you take on a new challenge.
- Morning report: Receive an overview of your sleep and training outlook as soon as you wake up — alongside HRV status and weather. You can even customize your report to show you what you want to see.
- Music: Download songs and playlists from your Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music accounts for phone-free listening with your wireless headphones.
- AMOLED touchscreen display: 1.2” colorful AMOLED display with touchscreen and buttons
- Long battery life: With up to 11 days in smartwatch mode and up to 19 hours in GPS mode, you’ll get a more complete picture of your health and training.
- Pace, distance, heart rate: This easy-to-use GPS running smartwatch provides the essential features you need to take your running to the next level — including GPS, pace, distance and wrist-based heart rate
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- Music: Download songs and playlists from your Spotify, Deezer or Amazon Music accounts for phone-free listening with your wireless headphones.
Whats Included
- Forerunner 165 Music
- USB-C charging/data cable
- Documentation
- Forerunner 165 Music
- USB-C charging/data cable
- Documentation
Product Manuals
Q: Does the smartwatch support any mobile payment services?
A: This smartwatch supports Garmin Pay.
Q: Can I use the smartwatch to make payments?
A: This smartwatch supports Garmin Pay for mobile payments.
Q: How long does the battery last in smartwatch mode?
A: The Forerunner 165 Music smartwatch has a battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode.
Q: Does the smartwatch have a built-in music player?
A: This smartwatch lets you listen to music without your phone because it has built-in music storage.
Q: What is the maximum depth of water resistance for the smartwatch?
A: The maximum depth of water resistance for this smartwatch is 164 feet.
Q: What kind of training plans are available on the smartwatch?
A: This smartwatch offers Garmin Coach and race adaptive training plans.
Q: What is the battery life in smartwatch mode?
A: The Forerunner 165 Music smartwatch has a battery life of up to 11 days in smartwatch mode.
Q: Can I use the music player without my phone?
A: This music player has built-in music storage for phone-free listening.
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| Pros for Garmin - Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray - (2024) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Life, Ease of Use | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of Use, Weight, Features | Battery Life, Overall Performance, Ease of use, Solar Charging, GPS | Battery Life, Overall Performance, Weight, GPS Accuracy, Sleep Tracking |
| Cons for Garmin - Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black/Slate Gray - (2024) | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Size | Size, Screen Brightness | Size |
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Customers admire the Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch for its user-friendliness. Many users find it easy to use. Additionally, the battery life is a highlight for many customers.
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- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy to run and listen music together
Easy to use, the battery life is great, can use music inside the device through music streaming app, and isn’t necessary to use a phone to practice my activities
Posted by MarcioAmorim
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Garmin Happy Customer
I absolutely love my watch! Super comfortable and easy to use!
This review is from Garmin - Forerunner 165 Music GPS Smartwatch 43 mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Turquoise/Aqua - (2024)
Posted by AmandaD
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome, took some time to realize it LOL
Works awesome, and it works great with my Stryd footpod. Took some effort to figure out how to get my favorite Spotify playlist on it (I had to plug the watch in to my computer and download some Garmin software to Windows first). You have to have Spotify Premium for it to work, be warned. But super glad I bought the music one because now I can connect direct to my earbuds from the watch and play music while running without needing to even bring my phone with me at all. Kind of thought I hated it the first few days because I was frustrated with setup and settings, but quickly came to realize it was awesome within a few days. Now a few months later I absolutely love it. Just took some figuring out how all the settings work. You can get audio running prompts directly through the earbuds too that you setup I.e. heart rate and pace every minute or however often you want etc. Excellent purchase. Oh yeah, surprisingly comfortable and light. I sometimes fall asleep with it on, something I don't recall ever doing with my old cheap one. Sometimes I think for a second I forgot it somewhere and then realized it's on my wrist. Heart rate monitor seems very accurate and reliable, which is very important to me as I typically run by heart rate for longer slower steady state and then I often run by power (Stryd) for intervals or more intense short runs. ConnectIQ Stryd app and footpod works great with this model even though for some reason it's not specifically listed on the Stryd website as compatible last I checked it. Battery lift seems great, and it charges up pretty darn fast. Again, excellent purchase.
Posted by MML84
