Meta has released an official WhatsApp app for compatible Garmin smartwatches. The app is now available for free through the Garmin Connect IQ Store. Users can also accept or decline incoming WhatsApp calls from their smartwatch. Messages remain end-to-end encrypted, consistent with WhatsApp’s security features. The app is currently supported on select Garmin models, including devices from the Forerunner, Venu, Vivoactive, and Fenix series. This marks another expansion of WhatsApp to wearable platforms. The rollout brings more standalone messaging functionality to Garmin smartwatches, reducing the need to rely on smartphones for basic communication tasks. Garmin has just announced a number of devices, including the Fenix 3, Epix and the VivoActive. Read more in our articles including "WhatsApp now available on select Garmin smartwatches" and "Garmin unveils VivoActive sports smartwatch".
Meta has released an official WhatsApp app for compatible Garmin smartwatches. The app is now available for free through the Garmin Connect IQ Store.
Users can also accept or decline incoming WhatsApp calls from their smartwatch. Messages remain end-to-end encrypted, consistent with WhatsApp’s security features. The app is currently supported on select Garmin models, including devices from the Forerunner, Venu, Vivoactive, and Fenix series.
Our coverage of WhatsApp Garmin includes: "WhatsApp now available on select Garmin smartwatches"; "Garmin unveils VivoActive sports smartwatch"; "Wear This: Garmin Fenix 2 Multi-Sport Watch". Each article provides unique insights and information.