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I would assume those who are interested in Fenix 3 have at least had some knowledge regarding Garmin's new product line and may have ordered or at least tested the 920XT. Function-wise, Fenix 3 is similar in 920XT and you can now find a lot reviews on the web. What I like the Fenix 3 over 920 is its shape. It is thicker than the 920, but not that much, and it is definitely much thinner and slimmer than the Fenix 2. And Garmin has learned from modern laptop design, that the edge of the watch is thinner than the center, therefore when you put the watch on the wrist, it looks thinner than it really is. It is a little heavier than 920 as well, but you'll get used to it in 1 or 2 days. I've attached 2 figures comparing the FR220 and the Fenix 3. The display is as good as 920, and maybe its my illusion but I think it is actually better than 920, the color is sharper and more vivid. The 3-field or 4-field looks great in the round face. All fields are carefully adjusted and can be seen clearly even when you are on your bike and mount it on the bar. I put in 920's review that I hope Garmin can integrate functions like stop watch and timer, and direct access to compass and altimeter, etc. Seems my voice was heard :) Now directly from the watch face, without going into any activity, I can see compass, altitude, air pressure, and some more data, which is great. Function-wise, I have tested running, cycling and swim, all in door which do not involve GPS, it worked well. It connects to my iPhone 5, and every time my iPhone get a new msg or email, it vibrate and display the subject and first several sentences on the screen, which is really useful under situations reaching the phone needs some effort, for example, when you are driving and phone is in your bag or pocket, or when you are in a meeting. It's price is $50 higher than 920, but I think it worth it. 920 is more like a toy, plastic all around and I always worried that I may scratch it, for example, when I put my duffle bag into the locker and hit it on the edge or door. But with Fenix 3 I don't need to worry this. And personally, I am really happy with my rubber band, and do not think the metal band any necessary, I think I'm going to order a red band, which looks really nice. All in all, for those who like the updated functions brought by the 920XT but do not like its square face, Fenix 3 will be your definite choice. And I am happy that I have a GPS smart watch that I can wear every day.