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Skip to main contentWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.Garmin's best smartwatch could be getting a successor within the next month, according to some new leaks that suggest a Venu 3 and 3S are ready for an imminent launch.The Venu range, which first arrived back in September 2019, have long been a sweet spot for anyone who wants a watch that combines serious fitness features with an everyday design. In our guide to the best Garmin watches, we call the Venu 2 "the best Garmin watch for most people".Well, according to some regulatory hints spotted by smartwatch leaker @fttest_en (below) and Notebookcheck, some new successors – the Venu 3 series –&nbsp;are on track for a launch during IFA 2023 (which kicks off on September 1).Garmin Venu 3 - No real learnings, but a first appearance away from the regulatory agencies. At least there is the part number.Maybe it'll be launched around IFA 2023 - I didn't see Garmin on the exhibitor list though.(Source: https://t.co/S2qxakqHDT)#garmin #venu3 pic.twitter.com/zdd30M6EuOAugust 2, 2023The regulatory listing above doesn't give much away about the sports watches, aside from the 'Venu 3S' name (a smaller model that's expected to land alongside a standard Venu 3) plus some standard features (GPS and Wi-Fi) and the "dust rose and soft gold" colors. Those names do at least suggest that the watch will come in two sizes.We don't yet know a release date for the Venu 3 series, but on X (formerly Twitter) the @fttest_en account has speculated that the watches could arrive at IFA 2023. That isn't concrete, though, as Garmin currently isn't on the list of exhibitors for the tech trade show, so it's possible it could be planning to launch them at a separate event.Either way, these regulatory registrations usually hint at an official launch within weeks, and the original Venu did land in September 2019, while the Garmin Venu Sq 2 (which has a square display, compared to the Venu's circular one) also arrived IFA 2022.So if you're in the market for one of the best smartwatches with accurate GPS, advanced fitness tracking, and a wide range of wellness features, it's definitely one to keep an eye on in the next few weeks.We remain big fans of the Venu 2 due to its combination of powerful workout-tracking and an everyday design that doesn't scream "I've just left the gym". But it also launched back in April 2021, so there's definitely room for some big improvements based on the tech we've seen from Garmin since then.&nbsp;So what can we expect from a Venu 3? TechRadar's Fitness, Wellness, and Wearables Editor Matt Evans says: "The Venu 2 was great because it struck a perfect balance between premium training tool and everyday smart watch, perfect for recreational runners. Most high-end Garmins lean too far towards the sports side of things to really compete with the likes of Apple and Samsung in the lifestyle space, but the Venu 2 is able to do that with its high-resolution AMOLED display and great presentation of everyday apps".But there are a few extra features we're looking forward to. "Garmin's training metrics have only gotten more sophisticated since the Venu 2 debuted, so we'd expect the Venu 3 to adopt new widgets like Training Readiness, Hill and Endurance scores, and improved GPS, while retaining the AMOLED screen – possibly with the recent improvements seen on the Garmin Epix Pro. I'd like to see it get more third-party apps to be considered a true rival to the most popular lifestyle-orientated watches" Matt Evans added.The Venu 2 came with a launch price of $399.99 / £349.99 / AU$629, so if that's within your budget, keep an eye out for the latest Venu 3 rumors on TechRadar.Today's best Garmin Venu 2 dealsViewViewViewWe check over 250 million products every day for the best pricesSign up to receive daily breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis, deals and more from the world of tech.More about fitness trackersHow to buy a fitness watchThe best Garmin deals and sales on smartwatches and fitness trackers for August 2023LatestPumped for Heart of Stone? Watch these 4 Gal Gadot movies on Netflix, Disney Plus, and more firstSee more latest&nbsp;►Most Popular1TCL's new 98-inch 4K TV is as ridiculously cheap as it is ridiculously big2Your Google TV has a secret ‘Roku’ mode – here’s how to turn it on3Why is Twitter called X now? Elon Musk's rebrand explained and where it's going next4How to take a photo of the August Blue Moon supermoon with your iPhone or Galaxy5Here's exactly how thin the iPhone 15 Pro bezels are likely to look1OPPO Reno10 5G: The Artistic Mastery in Smartphones2Even Mario and Twisted Metal can't help Peacock compete with Netflix3The Lincoln Lawyer season 3: everything we know so far4Hidizs’ cheap hi-res player and earbuds just shouldn't be this good for the money57 new movies and TV shows to stream on Netflix, Disney Plus, Max, and more this weekend (August 4)

Skip to main contentWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.Garmin's best smartwatch could be getting a successor within the next month, according to some new leaks that suggest a Venu 3 and 3S are ready for an imminent launch.The Venu range, which first arrived back in September 2019, have long been a sweet spot for anyone who wants a watch that combines serious fitness features with an everyday design. In our guide to the best Garmin watches, we call the Venu 2 "the best Garmin watch for most people".Well, according to some...

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