A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235 has a water resistance rating of 5 ATM, so it should be fine to wear while swimming. You can read more specifics about water ratings here: www.garmin.com/waterrating
-JPK
A:AnswerThe Forerunner 235's battery life is up to 11 continuous hours in training mode. The battery will last up to 9 days when used as a watch, activity tracker, smart notifications, and heart rate. -JPK
A:AnswerSetting the Alarm
1 Select Menu > Settings > Alarms > Add New > Status >
On.
2 Select Time, and enter a time.
3 Select Sounds, and select an option.
4 Select Repeat, and select an option.
This can deplete the battery life but that could also depend on how often this is used.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerYes, you will use Garmin Connect to view your data on line. You can either sync with your phone using Bluetooth with our GCM app or use Garmin Express on your computer to sync.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerYes, the device tracks sleep. You may go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many helpful FAQ's and video's on the functions of the device.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerIn order to track someone an activity must be running and the device paired to a phone that he would have on him and someone may need to start the activity for him. Please go to support.garmin.com where you'll find helpful FAQ's on how livetrack works. You may also reach out directly to a product support specialist from that page should you need more assistance.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerYes, you can only control the music on the phone from the watch it does not have the ability to download music directly to the watch.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerNo, this device does not offer that feature. However, please keep in mind using GPS in heavily wooded areas, next to tall building etc., can make a difference with GPS reception.
Debbie with Garmin
A:AnswerYes! I don’t take my watch on my runs anymore and it tracks my route every time. You just have to wait for it to connect to GPS before starting but it gives you a notification of this.
