Garmin CIRQA - First Tests!

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Reference devices:
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Timestamps
00:00 Garmin Circa: Key Questions & Testing Plan
01:28 Garmin's Answers: Hardware, Sensors & Features
03:05 Button Functions & Heart Rate Broadcasting
04:29 Automatic Activity Detection
05:20 Wrist vs Bicep Wear: What Changes?
07:20 Using Garmin Circa Alongside a Garmin Watch
09:23 Battery Life Expectations
10:39 Testing Plan & Workout Setup
11:59 Unboxing & Garmin Connect Setup
14:20 Heart Rate Accuracy Results
18:54 Initial Verdict & Next Steps