Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionCan this watch play Spotify via WiFi without my phone nearby?

Asked 5 years ago by David.

• A:Answer No, this device only controls music on the phone from the device. Your phone needs to be close by. Debbie with Garmin

  Answered 5 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionWhat heart rate monitor chest straps (besides Garmin brand) would work with this Garmin Forerunner? I know you don't need one.

Asked 5 years ago by Pambula.

• A:Answer I got a CooSpo on line at 1\2 the price of Garmin. I really just wanted to try it out. It just works and gives me accurate results. No troubles so far for a couple of weeks.

  Answered 5 years ago by Chrisi

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Q: QuestionDoes Garmin make a watch with gps that i can track from my phone?

Asked 5 years ago by mike.

• A:Answer The Forerunner 35 offers the Livetrack feature, however, it has to be paired with a phone and the feature set up properly with your phone as a contact that can follow the Livetrack as the activity is in progress. Livetrack only works while in an activity. You can go to support.garmin.com where you'll find FAQ's on the Livetrack feature. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionThis concerns the forerunner 35. Will this watch interfere with my pacemaker function ,

Asked 5 years ago by Retired12.

• A:Answer Please see the link below. https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=DQHqJgS9vZ09otClyXCfnA&searchQuery=Pacemaker Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionIs this watch waterproof and does it track swim and biking?

Asked 5 years ago by Waterproof.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 35 GPS Watch - White

• A:Answer You can swim with the device, it can only be used as a a basic rest timer for swimming. It does have a 'Cycling' activity profile. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan you replace the band if it breaks or do you have to buy another watch?

Asked 5 years ago by Band.

• A:Answer The band is replaceable. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionMy son wants a smart watch that will track his route while riding dirt bikes... is this one capable of this?

Asked 6 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Yes, using GPS it will track his activity. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan you change the band to the garmin forerunner 35?

Asked 6 years ago by Brady.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 35 GPS Watch - White

• A:Answer Yes, the band can be changed on the Forerunner 35. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionIt says this watch will work for 13 hours after a full charge. So this is only meant to be worn during workouts? Not all day? As if I put it on in the morning the battery will be dead by nightfall? I wanted something to track activity all day.

Asked 6 years ago by Katie.

• A:Answer Smartwatch Mode: Up to 9 days GPS mode: Up to 13 hours Smartwatch mode is wearing with out using GPS to track step data. If you're using GPS to record any activities you'll only get 13 hours if fully charged before the battery will deplete. You may go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many useful FAQ's and video's on the functions of the watch. You may also reach out directly to a product support associate if you have further questions. Debbie with Garmin

  Answered 6 years ago by GarminProductExpert

  
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Q: QuestionDoes it keep track of what time it is as well as your heart rate

Asked 6 years ago by Tjb13.

• A:Answer This watch shows time of day and offers Optical Heart Rate. You may go to support.garmin.com where you'll find many helpful FAQ's and video's on the function of the device. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: Questioncan I swim laps with this on

Asked 6 years ago by mike.

• A:Answer BASIC REST TIMER (UP FROM 0) (POOL SWIM ONLY) - This device will not count laps etc., for swimming. It is a basic timer. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan you check your email and texts on it?

Asked 6 years ago by Corky.

• A:Answer The watch will receive notifications from a compatible phone, however, you can't answer from the watch. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan the Garmin Forerunner 35 monitor be programmed to always show the current heart rate (as calculated by the shortest time span needed - 20 seconds or whatever) in a large print? If not, what is the procedure to view the current heart rate? Thanks.

Asked 6 years ago by Basicjoe.

• A:Answer To view current heart rate you press the down arrow button and it will display the data. It can be easily viewed on this page. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionIS THE FORERUNNER WATER PROOF

Asked 6 years ago by ANTHONY.

• A:Answer Suitable for: Suitable: •Splashes •Rain or snow •Showering •Swimming •Diving into water •Snorkeling Unsuitable: •Scuba Diving •High-speed watersports Debbie with Garmin

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Q: QuestionCan you load music to this watch and use with dr Dre beats wireless headphones?

Asked 6 years ago by Runner123.

• A:Answer No, this device is not a music version. You may only control the music on the phone from the watch. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: Questioncan i get elevations at my location with this watch?

Asked 6 years ago by windsurfer.

• A:Answer No, elevation is only provided once the activity is uploaded to Garmin Connect. Debbie with Garmin

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Q: Questioncan you receive and answer calls

Asked 6 years ago by cheech.

• A:Answer Yes, the calls can be accepted on a watch but you have to use your phone to talk

  Answered 6 years ago by yaadVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhich Garmin watch models are touchscreen, have sleep tracking, fitness tracking and music also notification such as text?

Asked 6 years ago by Missy.

• A:Answer I think vivo active

  Answered 6 years ago by yaadVerified Purchase

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Q: Questiondoes it show the name of the caller?

Asked 6 years ago by libby.

This question was asked about the related product: Garmin - Forerunner 35 GPS Watch - White

• A:Answer It will display the name as long as the name is saved with that number in your contacts. Antonio with Garmin/Fitness Department

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