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Garmin Launches Instinct Crossover AMOLED, a Rugged Hybrid With Analog Hands

The new model prioritizes brighter on-screen clarity and outdoor capability at a higher price with shorter battery life than earlier Instinct versions.

Overview

  • Available now for $649.99 in charcoal or bronze/sunburst, with a $749.99 Tactical Edition in black.
  • A 1.2-inch AMOLED display sits beneath mechanical hands that move out of the way for data, with RevoDrive auto‑recalibration to keep time accurate after impacts.
  • Garmin rates battery life at up to 14 days in smartwatch mode and 18 days in battery saver, which reviewers note is a step down from the original Crossover’s longer runtimes with solar.
  • Built for tough use with a scratch‑resistant sapphire lens, dual‑layer metal bezel, MIL‑STD‑810 thermal and shock resistance, a dimmable LED flashlight, and multi‑band GPS with SatIQ.
  • The Tactical Edition adds mission‑focused tools including an applied ballistics solver, stealth mode, and night‑vision goggle compatibility.