Question 1

I see reviews mentioning asian version of the watch, which they mention is inferior. how can i make sure i get the us one/standard one?

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Ugghhhh.  I just received my Garmin 245 today and discovered it was the "Hong Kong" version (i.e. APAC).  Discovering this was not terribly easy so I wanted to put out there what I had to do to figure this out.
1) I had to install the garmin connect app on my phone
2) I had to connect the phone to my watch which registered the watch
3) I then called Garmin Support
4) Garmin Support looked at my account and confirmed it was the "Hong Kong" version
5) I called Amazon Support who instructed me to return it and then they said they'd contact the seller to see if they could send me a US version.

We'll see where this goes....

Question 2

Does it tell altitudes

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I love this watch.  It does not have a barometer for altitude, but the GPS / Garmin connect figures the altitude from the maps (and from GPS until it looks at the maps).  Fine if you're not counting stairs or mountain-biking seriously needing a barometer.  Note, there are 2 versions, amazon lists it as one product, for example (Aqua-Music) 010-02120-22  is the ROW (rest-of-world) version and 010-02120-52 is the APAC (Asian-Pacific) version.  The firmware releases are different !!!  Not to mention the available languages.  The suppliers ARE sending the APAC version without any way to tell (in Amazon) that that might happen.  I love the watch.  I did send back the APAC one that Amazon sent because I wanted to use beta firmware and order (for a higher price) from REI to get one that I know will be ROW.  But for most people, probably they won't care, both have English and the same features...

Question 3

Can this support chinese language?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 versions of this watch - 010-02120-22  and 010-02120-52.  The DESCRIPTION lists this as -22, the ROW (rest of world) version, but ACTUALLY you are likely to get the -52, the APAC Asian-Pacific version.  So, *maybe/probably* you'll get one that supports Chinese, but *maybe/who-knows* not, since Amazon only lists 1 product, when actually there are 2 versions.  It is a crap-shoot roll of the dice.  But the odds are if the price looks good, it came from APAC not ROW.  Cheaper prices mean better chance you get the version which Asian-Pacific language support.  If Amazon was paying attention and dealt with it, they would list *2* different products, and you could pick between -22 or -52.  (NOTE: Those product numbers are for Aqua-Music version - I'm sure there is a similar split for all other colors and music or not music).

Question 4

Does it come with charger included?

Accepted Answer

All Garmin devices come with a charger in the box.  The included cable is data/charging cable for connecting to a computer for syncing data and charging.

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ASIN	B07QLVHBLF
Additional Features	Bluetooth
Age Range Description	Adult
Band Color	Black
Band Material Type	Silicone
Band Width	18 millimeters
Battery Average Life	7 days
Battery Capacity	7 amp_hours
Battery Cell Type	Lithium-Cobalt
Best Sellers Rank	#42,615 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #19 in Running GPS Units #863 in Smartwatches
Brand	Garmin
Built-In Media	Forerunner 245 Music Charge/data cable Documentation
Case Material Type	fiber-reinforced polymer
Clasp Type	Deployant Clasp
Closure Type	Buckle
Color	Black
Communication Feature	Bluetooth
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Compatible Phone Models	Smartphones
Connectivity Technology	GPS
Controller Type	Smartphone
Customer Reviews	4.6 out of 5 stars 5,669 Reviews
Display Type	Analog
External Testing Certification	ANATEL: 06378-19-03330
GPS Geotagging Functionality	True
Global Trade Identification Number	00753759217181
Human Interface Input	Buttons
Item Dimensions	1.7 x 1.7 x 0.5 inches
Item Dimensions D x W x H	0.48"D x 0.48"W x 0.48"H
Item Type Name	Running GPS
Item Weight	1.28 ounces
Manufacturer	Garmin
Memory Storage Capacity	64000 MB
Metrics Measured	GPS
Model Name	010-02120-20
Model Number	010-02120-20
Operating System	Garmin OS
Resolution	240 x 240
Screen Size	1.2 inches
Shape	Round
Special Feature	Bluetooth
Sport Type	Cardio, Cycling, Exercise & Fitness, Running, Training
Style Name	Music
Supported Application	GPS
Supported Satellite Navigation System	GPS
Target Audience	Unisex Adults
UPC	753759217181
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	1 year limited warranty
Warranty Type	Limited
Water Resistance Depth	50 meters
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant
Waterproof Rating	IP68
Wearable Computer Type	Smart Watch
Wireless Communication Standard	Bluetooth
Wireless Compability	Bluetooth
Wireless Provider	du

010-02120-20 Forerunner 245 Music, GPS Running Smartwatch with Music and Advanced Dynamics, Black

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