Suunto releases 2.0 Update for Ambit

Suunto released the Ambit 2.0 upgrade - making the Suunto Ambit the only watch on the market that allows you to upgrade features without buying a new watch. The 2.0 update allows Suunto users to personalize the watch by downloading existing apps—innovative new features created by other users in the Suunto App Zone. If users cannot find an app that suits their needs, they can simply create their own. Current apps provide users with expected race finish times, display calories as chocolate bars, and predict hill inclines. To view the full list of currently available apps, users can go to the Suunto App Zone on Movescount.com.In addition, the new 2.0 Suunto Ambit upgrade adds an interval timer and ANT+™ functionality, providing compatibility with Suunto footpod accessories.
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Suunto Announces September Updates

As of Tuesday, August 14^th, 2012, Suunto has released two free upgrades to the Ambit that will take its award-winning technology and functionality to new heights. Since its Spring 2012 launch, Suunto has relentlessly sought to update its technology to meet the needs of Suunto customers. 

After careful consideration from the feedback of Ambit users, Suunto is pleased to announce two free upgrades that will add insurmountable value to the technology of the Ambit. The first update available at the end of September will include:

-          On-screen route navigation

-          Online routes to download

-          Location displays in 14 local grid references (includes US, UK, and key European countries)

-          Plus chrono, GPS time keeping with a constant backlight and five new languages (Italian, Portugese, Dutch, Finnish and Swedish).

Users will be able to download routes online or input their own waypoints with this update, making it possible to see routes in real time, including their start point position and most importantly, the route ahead.

Location displays in local grid references allow users to pinpoint where they are on their map to better plan their routes geographically.

Suunto's second launch of updates is scheduled for November.  

iRunFar reviews the Ambit

Travis from iRunFar recently reviewed the Ambit. In great detail he goes over the size, shape, features, settings, battery life, accuracy, and the associated Movescount software component. Travis covers the ins and outs of the watch which is greatly helpful if you’ve recently purchased an Ambit, or if you're considering getting one. Check out the full review here.