{
  "id": 14963790,
  "title": "Suunto may be working on a screenless heart rate monitor to take on Garmin",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/suunto-may-be-working-on-a-screenless-heart-rate-monitor-to-take-on",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-16T13:22:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechRadar",
    "slug": "techradar",
    "url": "https://www.techradar.com/health-fitness/fitness-trackers/suunto-leak-reveals-screenless-whoop-rival-that-could-soon-challenge-garmin-and-fitbit-all-without-a-pricey-subscription"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A recent leak has revealed that Suunto may be developing a screenless fitness tracker, potentially competing with Garmin. The device, codenamed HR264, is capable of monitoring heart rate and health metrics. A few photos have surfaced, but little else is known about its design, price, or specific features. The device could take the form of a chest strap, armband, wrist-worn tracker, or something else entirely, though certification photos suggest it features a rechargeable optical band for continuous recovery tracking. Suunto's companion app, which is currently free, could offer an optional AI coach feature to avoid subscription fees associated with devices like Whoop. The company has a strong track record in smartwatches and heart rate monitoring, but this would be Suunto's first foray into screenless devices. While the Suunto HR264 is still months away from launch, the introduction of another screenless fitness tracker could spur innovation in the industry.",
  "summary": "New leak suggests Suunto will launch a screenless heart rate monitor to take on Garmin and Fitbit.",
  "key_points": [
    "Suunto developing screenless fitness tracker called HR264",
    "Device can monitor heart rate and health metrics",
    "Potential AI coach feature in companion app"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}