There is an interesting conspiracy theory: All new metal detectors from global manufacturers (Garrett, Minelab, XP, Fisher, Nokta) are created by a single group of developers. This theory explains the main fact of the industry: why all new metal detectors resemble each other. The same technologies, features, algorithms. Nothing new. Take any of the most modern detectors, and it turns out… this already existed 20 years ago. Probably, the specialists in this group of developers are very old (a second-level conspiracy theory). Continue reading
Seven years ago, at a meeting with their representatives, Garrett’s manufacturer proudly boasted of their achievements. When asked about Minelab’s new products, they responded, “don’t believe in paper tigers.” Well… Time has shown that the tigers were not made of paper, and today Garrett is doing everything they can to catch up. Continue reading
When there was a pandemic (do you still remember that time?), one of Garrett’s top managers was being interviewed. He was asked – Which internet messenger do you prefer? He answered -. Phone. Thanks for not asking him to send his questions by paper mail. In the metal detector market, the Garrett brand is almost the oldest (only the Fisher brand is older), with a lot of weight from the past. Alas, it is not about revolutionary technology and answers to competitors. Continue reading
The American manufacturer Garrett is preparing to unveil its new metal detector from the Vortex project. The main intrigue is which model the manufacturer has decided to replace… In case anyone has forgotten, the Garrett lineup includes the GTI 2500. This detector has been on the market since 1999. Truly from the last century. Continue reading
Here’s a pictorial review of the Garrett ACE Apex teardown. Let me remind: it’s a super new product 2020. Want to see what’s inside the unique device? An interesting survey and a must-see for everybody who wants to buy this detector. Continue reading