lol, noticed that during editing 😂 Allow myself to introduce myself…

Absolutely insane pricing.

100% agree, looks terrible.

It’s a matter of time before Xiaomi or someone else makes an android computer with all these features, for a fraction of the cost. 700 is way too much

I feel like the interface jump probably shouldn't be too big so long time users feel right at home. Sadly Garmin just did that with their connect app which I really have stopped using after the interface update.

@@hornsteinhof7592 I think they did a pretty good job with the UI changes on their OLED watches: Utilizing the new display tech while keeping the old ui structure. But here it looks completely outdated.

In a matter of time your phone will kill the bike computer. Most like it seems that android will take over. Soon u will see a bike computer with an android ui

I don't think the report system will accept your report right away. It should have some sanity check if there are more than 1 report within same location then system will accept it instead of bozo reports.

How is Belgium these days?

I hope this incident report is going to handle the cases when the entire road section is a covered with potholes.

Living in Sheffield, that’s what I’m worrying too🤣

Thanks!

Wait another three months and the Garmin 1050 Uber Pro Mk 2 will replace it, with only slight software-based iteration. This is getting beyond ridiculous!

Same. I've been looking at a hammerhead karoo 3 but I think I'll go for this 1050 instead. Definitely priced higher though

@xelionizer the 1040 was released 2 years ago which is a pretty reasonable update timeframe for this kind of device. I'd also add that nearly all the new features are going back to the 1040, other than the new interface which leverages the display and processor.

@@DesFit As a 1040 Solar user for about a year or so, I appreciate that software upgrades are coming to the xx40 series.

I bought my Garmin 1030 plus 3 days before the 1040 got announced. 😩

Is it difficult to see in normal conditions or just in high sunlight?

@@nelsdale1137 the limited color on the 1040 make it hard for me to easily see my route. I have tried changing the colors but it does not play well with my eyes.

Totally agree

I bought the 1050 and can confirm the tone alert from Varia radar is now plenty loud and adjustable.

I think I would like it. I guess I could be your grandfather.

I've been using my ipad as my bike computer, sonny!

The speaker is really important to me as I use Varia Radar and being able to hear the warning of an approaching vehicle is worth the price.

Then adjusts your tire pressure automatically! :)

@@donbarnard82 yes but as a next update ;)

I don’t think that map view is following a navigation route

@@davidlee6666 thats true but nevertheless the 1050 is still using thin magenta line and black arrow for navigation which maybe works if you are not using glasses ;)

i see, straight from the circlejerk sub :D

I feel like the blips are more versatile in placement as well as customization

Yup!

Sorry never been but have a good one 👍

buy a knog oi bell, they are discrete on your handlebar and a good loud bell

And it wouldn't cost you a lot more ;-)

For me still too small, I’m totally serious

I’ll see what I can do!

Yes he mention it in the video,DC rainmaker mention it as well

🛎️🛎️

That could be quite a few years away. Solar isn’t efficient enough yet to make a meaningful difference when it comes to the power needs of an LCD or AMOLED display

I've been waiting for USB-C Varia for over a year, it is such a pain to keep one last microUSB cable just for one device.

@@dddd6606 buying a new device full price just for a cable sounds kinda crazy to me though

Vocal, apologies for the mix up

For the initial setup you'll need your phone but after that, no need for your phone.

The current state of solar technology isn't quite there yet in terms of making a meaningful impact with the power needs of LCD and OLED displays. The 1040 isn't going away and the 1050 can be thought of more as a sibling...with a few upgrades :)

Depend on your need but I run a 1030 plus connectd to a sinwave cycle reactor charger(with a SON dynamo) and the battery level actually goes UP as I ride along. So normally I come home and the battery level is near 100% I NEVER charge the 1030 in the wall. You could also run a battery pack they are so good nowerdays. I have a hard time understanding people complaning about battery life. Even cyclotouring multi days and charging with a battery pack in the evening you could probably manage to go a week without needing to charge it in the wall.

@@richardlapierre555 sure, and I can put a 50,000 MAH battery pack in a pannier bag and never need to plug my Di2, phone, watch, and portable vacuum into a wall again. The point is the form factor of the 1040 Solar that allows me to run workouts and navigation for multihour rides and limited need to charge is a great solution adding no bulk or weight to my setup. The 1050 took a step back on their flagship for battery life, and that's disappointing. For many people who use the 10XX series computers, long battery life is a primary selling point as they use that real estate for mapping, segments, workout mode, etc. otherwise, we would use the 8XX series. The bells and whistles for this head unit and the display are likely not enough to capture the 1040 audience for an upgrade in many cases, especially not solar users. Maybe you don't understand why people value battery life, but there are reasons 🤷🏼‍♀️

Sorry, not sure in understand the question

I have a 1030 and the first year there was a problem with the connection to the remote. But, for the last three years it has worked perfectly.

I have a 1030 plus never had an issue with the remote and I have it for 4 years now.

Jeah, it's time for a version with usb-c

They mentioned that you should be able to map the bell function to an Edge remote (I can't find mine to confirm though). Thanks!

@@cappaculla or Di2 and AXS buttons

@@DesFit confirmed, works a treat on the edge remote

The phones I prefer for a phone are a bit too big for a bike computer, I think.

@@donbarnard82 I would use the iPhone Pro Max on the Quadlock mount but I'm paranoid about the vibration issue (Probability of camera damage).

The 840 is still a great computer and is usually my go to due to its versatility (size and buttons). The faster interface, detail with maps, and the speaker are nice on the 1050 but the 840 still does a great job.

@@DesFit seems like it! Im only getting mad if suddenly the 840 gets a price cut, a week after i bought it😂

Very valid. Enjoy your 840 either way! 👍

They are all pretty good, new and old, enjoy riding your bike!

It was 95+ degrees F ;)

@@DesFit Hats off! Great review as always... 👌

Thanks!

The 1040 is slightly better in direct sunlight but it's not that the 1050 is hard to see - the screen is incredibly bright. I can't think of one time over the last month that I've had an issue seeing the screen. Thanks!

@@DesFit My septuagenarian.eyes have trouble with the 1030 Plus when the sun is in front of me. Maybe my sunglasses are too dark. I would have upgrade if this would have helped.

More features running on older hardware with fewer capabilities logically will likely run slower, no?

Apple was caught doing this so it’s a possibility.

Stick with it. It’s the perfect bike computer

Dont worry, you have more battery 😁

​@@luisagostinho7225Yeah, I also have the Fenix for the same reasons. The battery lasts forever, and it's more important to me than a better-looking display.

You really don't have to upgrade each generation

literally bought a 1040 4days ago :P

i just bought a trek superfly 100 elite for £250 cheaper than the 1050,it's full oclv carbon, it needed wotk done on it but I'm a mechanic, these units ate getting too expensive, the edge explore 2 would meet the needs of most mtb and road bike riders and it's alot cheaper

Today is the launch. They are available to order on Garmin's website.

worryingly....

The 1040 is still sticking around for all the benefits you mentioned where this just provides an option for those who may prefer a smartphone-like display.

Wahoo has the best UI

They said the aluminium led to too much vibration that could damage the internal system. I don’t mind the plastic mount, especially now that you can replace it.

@@theoldman5924 metal mount feels and looks more premium on a flagship device. I think that the real reason is the weight of the 1050. It is heavier then the 1040 so they had to skip the metal mount to make weight difference smaller.

@@TheBarts27 there’s also that for sure

if you are an mtb rider it's good , but at that price I'd buy an edge explore 2 instead

Once you are 50+, you will be happy with screen sizes like this! :D I can confirm...

I thought my iPhone out front mount looked big, but then I saw this.