Suunto X9 GPS Watch First Looks (Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2004)

The Suunto X9 GPS Wrist Computer provides a full navigation package in a tiny wrist top form factor. The Suunto X9 offers a 12-channel GPS, magnetic compass, altimeter, barometer, and time functions. The Suunto X9 integrates directly with a PC (software included) for analyzing recorded information or route planning / waypoint uploading. In addition, the Suunto X9 will interface directly with existing topo and mapping software. But the real news with the Suunto X9 is its integrated global positioning system functionality. This review provides an overview of the Suunto X9, including a complete feature list and detailed specifications, a discussion of the design, and especially, its GPS functionality.