New Garmin Edge 1060 cycling computer gives cyclists hands-free voice control
Garmin adds voice messaging through its Messenger app, with a connected smartphone required.
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Garmin (NYSE: GRMN) launched the Edge 1060 cycling computer, adding hands-free voice commands through a built-in microphone and speaker. Available now at a suggested retail price of $799.99, the device lets cyclists request ride statistics, select routes and report road hazards by voice.
New navigation tools include route comparisons, previews and routing designed to minimize stops. Training features include adaptive Garmin Cycling Coach plans and automatic TrainingPeaks workout syncing. Battery life is up to 20 hours in the most demanding use cases and up to 60 hours in battery saver mode.
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- Minor pointEdge 1060 is available now at a suggested retail price of $799.99, expanding Garmin's cycling lineup.
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Speaker and microphone enable in-ride access to workout stats, navigation tools, two-way messaging and more so cyclists can keep their hands on the bars
"Edge 1060 is designed to keep cyclists focused and in control from the first mile to the finish. Voice control helps riders access all the information they need while keeping their grip on the bars. Combined with advanced training insights and new intelligent navigation features, cyclists now have more of what they need to reach their goals and ride more confidently."
–Susan Lyman, Garmin Vice President of Consumer Sales and Marketing
Hands-free control
With a simple "Okay, Garmin," cyclists can activate voice commands to control their Edge 1060 using prompts like "Report a pothole," "Route me to the closest coffee shop," or "What is my heart rate?" From there, Edge will follow commands by changing what is on the screen, reading out requested ride stats, providing suggested routes and more.
With the on-device Garmin Messenger app and a connected smartphone, cyclists can also send voice messages right from their device, then hear incoming messages played out loud through the integrated speaker, along with navigation and workout prompts. Other cyclists can also hear the cyclist approaching as the digital bike bell plays from the speaker.
See Edge 1060 voice commands in action
Know before you go
New routing features help cyclists feel more prepared for every ride:
- Route Options: See different route options to get to a destination and choose the best route based on ride time, elevation, bike type and more.
- Route Previews: Know what to expect before starting a ride with details about the route like distance, estimated ride time, traffic and reported road hazards along the way.
- Up Ahead: Select points of interest that matter most – like coffee shops, restrooms or gas stations – and see updates for the nearest ones along your route.
- Road closure alerts: Cyclists can now get a heads up about road closures3 reported by other Garmin cyclists, in addition to other hazards like potholes, obstructions in the road and even aggressive animals. They can also contribute their own real-time road hazards hands-free using voice control.
- Free Flow Routing: Find routes with the fewest stops, intersections or slowdowns to keep your speed during training.
Train smart and stay connected
- Cyclists can adjust their training and better monitor and manage their efforts with insights like real-time stamina, power guide, cycling ability, course demands and more – all powered by the Garmin Human Performance Lab.
- Cyclists can create a free, personalized Garmin Cycling Coach plan that adapts based on their performance, recovery and the demands of a course. And cyclists using TrainingPeaks can have their training plan workouts sync to their Edge automatically to stay on track with their goals.
- With a compatible Garmin smartwatch or CIRQA™ Smart Band, see off-the-bike recovery and health stats for a more holistic view of overall cycling fitness, and opt in to receive supplementary strength workouts with a training plan.
- GroupRide detection allows cyclists to easily join a nearby GroupRide3 if their Edge detects an active session, giving them access to in-ride messaging, live locations, incident detection alerts4 and in-ride competitions and awards.
- The workout screen is now interactive, making it easier to see upcoming steps in a workout, zoom in and out on the full workout, and more.
- Easily customize the home screen by choosing which relevant apps and widgets are at the forefront while riding.
- In a pinch, use Edge's reverse charging5 to provide charge to a Varia™ headlight or taillight, phone or another device.
Available now, Edge 1060 has a suggested retail price of
Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for runners, cyclists, swimmers and athletes of all levels and abilities. Committed to developing technology that helps people stay active and elevate performance, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. Visit the Garmin Newsroom, email our media team, connect with @garmincycling on social, or follow our blog.
1 Voice command performance may vary based on riding conditions; voice control available in select languages
2 Connected smartphone required
3 When paired with a compatible smartphone and the Garmin Connect app
4 When paired with a smartphone. For safety and tracking feature requirements and limitations, see Garmin.com/safety.
5 Compatible USB-C® cable required; not intended to charge while riding
About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International, Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and Edge are registered trademarks and Garmin Messenger, CIRQA and Varia are trademarks of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All rights reserved.
Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management's current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 27, 2025, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). Copies of such Form 10-K are available at https://www.garmin.com/en-US/investors/sec/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
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