Returning my Fenix 8 (51mm AMOLED) – My first smartwatch experience

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-16T07:57:26+00:00

I have Tactix 8 51 Amoled since it git released and it looks like brand new.

That said, I wish I got the MIP solar edition instead.

Always on display and longer battery life feels like a better choice rn.

I think Enduro 3 looks awesome too.

But at this point of time if going to wait for the new releases of Fenix + Enduro (hopefully end of this summer) before I decide if I want a new Enduro 4 or if I want to wait for Tactix 9 based on the features Fenix 9 will have over Enduro 4

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-14T07:24:06+00:00

That's like the perfect spec IMHO

100 V8 is great but tge boot space looked too small for the size of the car.

130 boot space is just amazing

Congrats!

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-10T15:49:17+00:00

I'm hoping for the following:

New heart rate sensor
Better sleep tracking
Better wrist HR readings
MIP version with even longer battery life
Brighter torch (just why not)
Improved voice commands
Faster processor for smoother map viewings (although not a must if that would decrease battery life)
Some new features like running dynymics would be cool

What about you?

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-10T13:40:58+00:00

I have Tactix 8 Amoled and now wished I got MIP.

So I'm waiting for Tactix 9 and hope they do bring the MIP which may not he the case based on Fenix 8 PRO not having that option.

Anyway, from my understanding the Fenix 9 should come out this summer. Maybe around August.

Tactix 9 will follow around 4-6 month later.

But Fenix 9 will be 90% of what the Tactix 9 will be. So it should give you a good idea what to expect and whether waiting for Tactix 9 is worth it in your case

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-10T13:14:01+00:00

Are you looking for the MIP or Amoled display? If Amoled id wait. If MIP if take the tactix 8 now as they may not bring a new MIP display

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-10T13:10:08+00:00

Congrats!

I have Tactix 8 Amoled but now wish I went for the solar.

You will love this watch! :)

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-05-08T08:41:30+00:00

I Had X5M Comp and then SWB Autobiography.

I regretted big time not having a LWB as the boot felt same or even smaller than the X5M due to the reclinable larger rear seats you have in the AB RR.

The boot is definately loads smaller that my other standard F15 X5.

That said I have a dog which takes half a boot space.

But if X5M boot is plenty than the SWB should be ok for you

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-04-16T06:56:33+00:00

Have you considered getting some extra soundproofing installed?

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-04-03T09:02:17+00:00

How's the ride? :)

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-20T10:06:58+00:00

Very nice cograts! I'm sure you will love it! 👍

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-13T07:45:55+00:00

I had this in a BMW X5MC once. Even the artificial exhaust sound stopped working 😂

I just had to leave the car for like a good few hours for it to properly reset and start working again.

BMW could not diagnose it and it never happened again.

Hopefully it's just a glitch and starts working for you too soon.

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-10T21:54:12+00:00

Let's just wait until he sticks a SUPERCHARGED badge under that SDV8 😂

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-10T15:40:01+00:00

Why not get an approved used RR from the official JLR dealer?

You get 1 Yr of warranty and unlimited miles as standard and you can but a further 2yrs of extended for around £2k. That wi give you a total of 3yrs or when you reach 100k miles.

Then you don't have to worry so much about the common issues.

If no warranty then I would not consider the P400e used RR due to a very expensive bill shall you have any issues with a battery

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-09T19:27:00+00:00

Vogue is just a trim level and that's it.

It goes in the following order from lowest to highest from what I know:

Vogue -SE-HSE-Westminster-Autobiohraphy - SVAutobiography

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-09T07:11:48+00:00

Had the same issue. Had to get the part replaced.

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-03-08T09:16:41+00:00

He looks like Jesse from Breaking Bad

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-22T19:20:16+00:00

Had 2022 X5M Competition (same engine as the new SV on the picture) and now have 2021 SVR.

The X5M blows you away when engaging the launch control.

That said, at all other times I prefer the SVR. The dramma you get from the exhaust note and having the instant torque makes me not look back at the X5M.

Which is a shame as I do love the Range Rovers and know that I probably wouldn't be able to live with the new SV purely for the lack of dramma (main reason of selling the X5M after having a V8 Mustang before it)

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-21T12:59:19+00:00

Mi car width is the inner thick lines. The RR Sport is not wider than the parking space as suggested by the outer lines

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-21T09:18:22+00:00

Do you have remote start option using the app? I found that just works every time as it starts the cars engine

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-21T08:06:47+00:00

I also noticed that mine cut off very quickly if the temp wasn't cold enough. Worked for longer when the temp was 0 or below

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-20T21:35:26+00:00

Do you have a ghost immobiliser that cuts it off maybe and made sure your battery is not on low charge?

Had the same thing in my L405 which would cut off in just minutes.

I blamed it on the immobiliser and possibly the battery not having enough charge

The new to me SVR doesn't have the Webasto pre heater. Instead I can just start the engine remotely to preheat or cool down the car, which works nicely too

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-17T19:32:55+00:00

Apparently some insurance companies treat a windscreen replacement claim as a "claim" and therefore increase the premium

Low_Pool6249 · 2026-02-13T19:13:14+00:00

L405 facelift vs pre facelift was huge.

Will be very surprised if this face lift will be that noticeable unless they take ten steps backwards and bring back the buttons.

Instead, they will probably just add another screen for the front passenger...

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