Compact SOS Satellite Communicator with Photo and Voice Messaging.

Stay connected with inReach Mini 3 Plus, the rugged SOS satellite communicator¹ with a color touchscreen display and built-in speaker and microphone. When your adventure takes you beyond cellular range, inReach Plus technology lets you send longer texts, photos and voice messages with an active subscription.

What You'll Love —

Voice Messages: Use the built-in speaker and microphone on the device or your compatible smartphone paired to the Garmin Messenger ™ app to send a 30-second voice¹ message, no cell coverage needed. You can also read transcribed voice messages on the color display.
Text Messages: Use the keyboard on the touchscreen display to exchange longer text messages¹ with up to 1,600 characters each, directly on the device. Or, connect your compatible smartphone to the Garmin Messenger app, and exchange text messages, send emojis and reactions, or start a group chat.
Photo Sharing: Share photos¹ of your adventures when you pair the device with your compatible smartphone using the Garmin Messenger app. You can also view received photos² right on your device’s color display.
SOS Messaging: Explore with peace of mind knowing you can send an interactive SOS message¹ with your GPS coordinates to Garmin Response, our 24/7-staffed international coordination center, for help in an emergency. And, instead of relying on tower-based cellphone coverage, your messages are sent via the global Iridium satellite network.
Livetrack™ Sharing: With an active inReach satellite subscription, you can easily let friends or family follow your location while you’re on the move; no need to point your device directly toward the sky to find satellites. They can see your progress, including distance, time and elevation.
Stay on Track: Use the Garmin Explore smartphone app to enhance your experience; plan your trip and follow your course to your destination and back.

Communicate —

Voice Control: Use voice commands to conveniently handle many tasks, including check-ins, start tracking and more³.
Check-In Messages: Send simple check-in messages that do not count toward your allotted text messages.
Sync Your Contacts: Easily find your contacts with the Garmin Messenger app and your compatible smartphone.
Seamless Connection: Use Wi-Fi^® wireless technology or the cellular connection of your smartphone to send messages. Once you’re beyond cell service or Wi-Fi connection, the device seamlessly switches to the satellite network⁴.
Control Remotely: Send and receive text messages, or send an interactive SOS message remotely by connecting select compatible Garmin products.
GPS Accuracy: The built-in antenna automatically acquires satellites to update your latitude and longitude positions. You’ll get global satellite reception in wooded, dense and remote locations.
Garmin Share: Easily share saved locations and courses with friends’ compatible Garmin devices.

Built for the Backcountry —

Color Touchscreen: Tap and swipe through menus, and view photos on the 1.9-inch intuitive color touchscreen display.
Rugged Design: Made to operate in extreme temperatures, this compact device is tough, durable, impact-resistant and water-rated to IP67.
Garmin Weather: Get weather reports and request forecasts for your destinations.
Tracback® Routing: Use this feature to navigate back to where you started, the same way you came.
Digital Compass: Get accurate bearings even while you are standing still.
Battery That Lasts: The internal, rechargeable lithium battery gives you up to 350 hours with 10-minute inReach tracking and up to 95 hours in performance messaging mode.
Secure and Go: Easily secure the device to your vest or pack with the included loop carabiner.

¹Active satellite subscription required. Some jurisdictions regulate or prohibit the use of satellite communication devices. It is the responsibility of the user to know and follow all applicable laws in the jurisdictions where the device is intended to be used.

²Taking and sending photos requires use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone

³Available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, French, Dutch, Swedish and Danish.

⁴Requires an active Wi-Fi connection, or an active cellular connection and use of the Garmin Messenger app on your paired smartphone

Specs —

Lens Material: Chemically strengthened glass.
Dimension: 2.16" x 3.85" x 1.05" (5.50 x 9.80 x 2.67 cm).
Weight: 4.42 oz (125.2 g).
MIL-STD-810: Yes (thermal, shock, water). Bare unit only.
Display Type: Sunlight-readable, transflective color memory-in-pixel (MIP).
Display Size: 1.52" x 1.14," 1.9" diagonal (38.56 x 28.98 mm, 48.26 mm diagonal).
Display Resolution: 306 x 230 pixels.
Battery Type: Rechargeable internal lithium-ion.
Battery Life: Up to 350 hours with 10-minute inReach tracking. Up to 95 hours in performance messaging mode.
Interface: USB-C.

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