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Garmin has released the Edge 1060, replacing the Edge 1050 as its top bike computer. It adds a built-in microphone and speaker for voice control and launches at $799.99 in the US and £699.99 in the UK. Garmin also announced two Edge Explore 3 models and the Tacx Nēra smart trainer.
Garmin has launched the Edge 1060, a new flagship bike computer that replaces the Edge 1050 and adds an onboard microphone and speaker for hands-free voice control. The device costs $799.99 in the US and £699.99 in the UK, making it the most expensive bike computer on the market, according to Cycling Weekly’s report.
The Edge 1060 retains the high-resolution liquid crystal display used by its predecessor and adds voice commands activated with “OK Garmin.” Garmin’s Messenger app can also be used to send and play audio messages while riding. The new functions are intended to let riders operate the computer without taking their hands off the handlebars.
Navigation updates include real-time road-closure alerts, interactive previews of routes and points of interest, and a “free flow routing” mode designed to favour routes with fewer stops. The Edge 1060 also has a customisable home screen and emergency reverse charging. Garmin lists battery life of up to 20 hours under heavy use or up to 60 hours in battery-saver mode, the same figures reported for the Edge 1050. The new model does not have solar charging.
Garmin also announced the Edge Explore 3 and Explore 3 Plus, which replace the Explore 2 and are aimed at touring and recreational riders. Both add navigation tools including pin-drop routing, live hazard warnings and interactive previews. The Plus adds the 1060’s microphone and speaker features. The standard Explore 3 is priced at $399.99/£349.99 and the Plus at $499.99/£429.99.
The third product announcement is the Tacx Nēra smart trainer, available with a conventional cassette or a Zwift Cog and Click virtual-shifting setup. Garmin says it supports sprints up to 2,200 watts, simulates gradients up to 20% and measures power and cadence within 1% accuracy. Its integrated motion pods allow forward, backward and side-to-side movement. Both versions cost $999.99/£859.99.
Voice Control at the Top of Garmin’s Range
The Edge 1060’s main change is not a new display or a longer stated battery life, but the addition of voice control and audio messaging to Garmin’s flagship cycling computer. Riders may find hands-free commands useful while navigating or training, though the extent of the benefit will depend on how reliably the microphone recognises commands in riding conditions. Garmin’s stated aim is to let users control the unit without removing their hands from the bars.
Its $799.99 launch price places it at the top of the market by Cycling Weekly’s account, a relevant consideration for riders deciding whether the new features justify upgrading from an Edge 1050 or choosing a less expensive model. The Explore 3 range offers Garmin navigation at lower prices, while the Tacx Nēra expands the company’s indoor-training options.
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Replacing the Edge 1050
The Edge 1060 takes over from the Edge 1050 as Garmin’s highest-tier cycling computer. Cycling Weekly reports that the launch price is generally about $100 or £100 above the 1050. The display remains a bright liquid crystal panel, which the report says does not support Garmin’s Power Glass solar charging technology.
The announcement extends beyond the flagship computer. The Explore 3 models succeed the Edge Explore 2 and focus on accessible navigation rather than extensive performance metrics. The Tacx Nēra joins Garmin’s indoor-training lineup alongside the premium Neo 3M and Neo 2T trainers. Garmin owns the Tacx brand.
According to Cycling Weekly, all three product announcements were available through Garmin at the time of publication. Its report gives launch prices in US dollars and UK pounds; it does not provide details on availability or pricing in other markets.
““the most expensive bike computer on the market””
— Cycling Weekly
Details Riders Still Need
The announcement details the hardware, listed features and launch prices, but the source does not report independent testing of voice recognition, navigation performance, battery life or the trainer’s motion system. It is not yet clear how well voice commands work in wind, traffic or other noisy environments, or whether all listed features are available in every country.
The report also does not specify when the Edge 1050 will leave sale, whether Garmin plans to continue selling it alongside the 1060, or whether prices and availability differ by retailer or region. Garmin’s stated battery figures and the Nēra’s performance specifications are product claims, not test results in the supplied material.
Availability and Independent Testing
Garmin’s products are reported to be available now through the company. Riders considering a purchase can compare the Edge 1060’s voice and navigation additions with the Edge 1050 and the less expensive Explore 3 models, and check local listings for regional prices and stock.
Further reviews should clarify how the new controls perform during real rides and whether the Nēra’s movement system affects comfort and stability in practice. Until those tests are available, the reported specifications and prices are the main confirmed details in the source material.
Key Questions
What is the Garmin Edge 1060?
The Edge 1060 is Garmin’s new flagship cycling computer, replacing the Edge 1050. It adds a built-in microphone and speaker for voice control and audio messages.
How much does the Edge 1060 cost?
Cycling Weekly reports a launch price of $799.99 in the US and £699.99 in the UK. Prices in other markets are not provided in the source.
Reported additions include road-closure alerts, interactive route previews and “free flow routing,” which is designed to prioritise routes with fewer stops.
What other products did Garmin announce?
Garmin announced the Edge Explore 3 and Explore 3 Plus cycling computers, as well as the Tacx Nēra smart trainer. The Explore 3 Plus also has a microphone and speaker for voice features.
Does the Edge 1060 have solar charging?
No solar charging is listed for the Edge 1060. The source says it uses a bright liquid crystal display and does not use Garmin’s solar-harvesting Power Glass.
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