Garmin : extends Outdoor Maps+ coverage to additional countries
April 17, 2024 at 08:06 am EDT
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OLATHE, Kan./April 17, 2024 - Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) today announced an expansion of its premium mapping solution, Outdoor Maps+, to now offer TOPO Pro mapping content for European countries, in addition to all 50 U.S. states and Canada. Through a single, annual purchase, users can access globally available maps, including roads and trails, points of interest, contour lines and more on their compatible Garmin device1.
Outdoor Maps+ supplements the mapping preloaded on select Garmin smartwatches and GPS handhelds with additional features, including:
Satellite Imagery: See a high-resolution perspective from above with photorealistic maps that download directly to compatible devices, available worldwide.
Night Lights: Find the best locations away from light pollution for stargazing, camping or just getting away, available worldwide.
HD Relief Shading: Utilizeimproved mapping detail with shading that helps visually depict elevation changes and terrain features in all 50 U.S. states and many European countries.
2D Buildings: Specific to European countries, view a map layer with an area footprint of buildings, which can be toggled on or off at the user's discretion.
Outdoor Maps+ subscriptions are currently available for download for an annual price of $49.99. Products compatible with Outdoor Maps+ include the GPSMAP™ 67 series, Montana™ 700 and Alpha™ 300 series GPS handhelds and fēnix® 7 and epix® series smartwatches. For a full overview of Outdoor Maps+ features, click here.
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, off-road explorers, road warriors and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products that enhance experiences, enrich lives and help provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garminoutdoor on social, or follow our blog.
1TOPO Pro data is sourced from premium providers.
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