A:AnswerYes, I use the watch with Amazon music. The limited functions available are previous or next and volume control. It is only available while you are using the watch in activity mode.
A:AnswerThe GPS feature on the Forerunner 235 does have the ability to track GPS activities, but was not designed with mountain biking in mind. There are options to set the device up to show speed and distance information. you would see the route you took on the trails after syncing the activity, but the Forerunner 235 was designed primarily as a running watch.
A:AnswerThe 235 will give you more running metrics such as your VO2. The vivoactive 3 will offer more sport profiles for other activities. You can also get the 3 with music and the 235 does not offer that or the ability to pay with your watch like you can with the vivoactive 3.
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 has a water resistance rating of 5ATM. This would allow the watch to be safely worn while running in the rain. More information about the water rating can be found at www.garmin.com/waterrating.
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 has the ability to set intervals directly on the device. For more information use the following Owner's Manual link: https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/forerunner230/EN-US/GUID-CB75D161-6060-4C7D-ABE9-DB0B2F76FB9B.html
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 will pair with Garmin Connect Mobile on compatible smartphones. Garmin Connect has the ability to sync with many 3rd party apps such as MapMyRun.
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 does have the ability to display average pace and current pace on the watch at the same time. The data fields can be customized to display this information. For more information on customizing the data screens use the following link to the Owner's Manual: https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/forerunner230/EN-US/GUID-B18DD687-EB48-4E25-A24A-C906C275CA7E.html. Use this link for a complete list of all data field options: https://www8.garmin.com/manuals/webhelp/forerunner230/EN-US/GUID-B18DD687-EB48-4E25-A24A-C906C275CA7E.html.
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 will track your activities using GPS to display where you ran. The device does not have the ability to route you to a specific location/waypoint.
A:AnswerUnfortunately, it does not store music. The watch connects to a satellite system and does not need your phone to accurately store GPA data. Once you have completed a workout you have the option to save the data; the data is then uploaded via bluetooth or when you connect it to your computer to charge.
A:AnswerYes you can , register at garmin connect and then on your Nike app under your profile choose partners and then choose garmin connect it’s rather easy.