Exclusive: Garmin Cirqa PM says ‘it just felt like we had all of the pieces in place’ to launch a screen-free fitness tracker

Garmin has launched the Cirqa, a screen-free fitness tracker designed to minimize distractions while providing comprehensive health metrics. The product was developed based on direct customer feedback requesting a device that avoids the constant connectivity of traditional smartwatches.
Why it matters
The release reflects a growing consumer trend toward 'digital minimalism' and specialized wearables that prioritize focus over constant notification.
Comfort and customization were top of mind when developing the Cirqa
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(Image credit: Tom's Guide) Copy link Facebook X Reddit Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter I've been wearing the new Garmin Cirqa , a $199 screen-free and subscription-free fitness tracker for over a week, and while my initial impressions are mostly positive, burning questions about the device persist.
So, I reached out to Jill Kaiser, the lead product manager for the Garmin Cirqa, to learn more. Kaiser has been with the Kansas-based brand for a decade, and sees the Cirqa as her 'baby.'
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