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    Garmin started in 1989 and had early success with products for maritime and military use. They expanded into automotive, aviation, and handheld GPS. By the 2000s they launched sports watches and acquired companies to grow in aviation and activity tracking. Garmin continues innovating in sports tech through partnerships and sponsorships.

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    Garmin started in 1989 and had early success with products for maritime and military use. They expanded into automotive, aviation, and handheld GPS. By the 2000s they launched sports watches and acquired companies to grow in aviation and activity tracking. Garmin continues innovating in sports tech through partnerships and sponsorships.

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    Garmin started in 1989 and had early success with products for maritime and military use. They expanded into automotive, aviation, and handheld GPS. By the 2000s they launched sports watches and acquired companies to grow in aviation and activity tracking. Garmin continues innovating in sports tech through partnerships and sponsorships.

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    Garmin's journey began in 1989, founded by Gary Burrell and Min H.

    Kao as ProNav,
    later rebranded as Garmin, a fusion of their names. Initially catering to maritime
    needs, their debut product, the GPS 100 in 1990, marked the company's early
    success, followed by US Military contracts in 1991. Expanding beyond maritime,
    Garmin introduced its first automotive product, the GPS III, in 1997. Collaborating
    with AirCell in 1999 propelled Garmin into aeronautics, offering affordable flight
    communication and navigation solutions.

    By the millennium, Garmin had established itself in handheld navigation, releasing


    the compact yet durable eTrex model. Acquiring UPS Aviation Technologies in 2003
    enabled expansion into panel-mounted GPS and cockpit systems. Branching into
    watches, the Forerunner series debuted the same year, featuring data upload
    capabilities. Evolving from running-centric designs, Garmin's watches now span
    multisport functionalities, incorporating biosensors, GPS, and diverse activity
    tracking features, along with recent additions like Spotify and contactless
    payment.

    Garmin's involvement in sports extends beyond wristwear, with partnerships in the


    English Premier League and sponsorship of professional cycling teams, showcasing
    their commitment to athletic excellence. Continual innovation drives Garmin's
    pursuit of excellence, setting them apart in the wearable technology landscape.

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    Garmin's story starts back in 1989 when Gary Burrell and Min H. Kao teamed up to
    create ProNav, later rebranded as Garmin. Their first breakthrough came with the
    GPS 100 in 1990, a hit in the maritime world, quickly followed by contracts with
    the US Military. As they expanded, they ventured into automotive with the GPS III
    in 1997 and then into the skies by partnering with AirCell in 1999, making flight
    communication and navigation more accessible.

    By the early 2000s, Garmin was a household name in handheld navigation, introducing
    the rugged eTrex model and acquiring UPS Aviation Technologies to delve into
    cockpit systems. In 2003, they made a surprising leap into the world of watches
    with the Forerunner series, catering to runners with data upload capabilities. Over
    time, their watches evolved into versatile multisport companions, boasting advanced
    features like GPS, heart rate monitoring, and activity tracking, reflecting
    Garmin's commitment to innovation.

    Beyond their wristwear, Garmin's involvement in sports is evident through


    partnerships with prestigious organizations like the English Premier League and
    sponsorship of cycling teams. Their dedication to pushing boundaries and staying at
    the forefront of technology underscores their mission to empower athletes and
    outdoor enthusiasts alike.

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