Garmin International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ:
GRMN), today announced the all-in-one Approach G80, a
premium GPS golf device that merges the company’s renowned golf GPS
technology with launch monitor capabilities to calculate advanced
swing metrics. The newly integrated radar capabilities allow
golfers to analyze and consistently fine-tune their performance—on
the range or during course play—by tracking their club head speed,
ball speed, smash factor, swing tempo and estimated distance. The
slim Approach G80 offers a 3.5-inch sunlight-readable color
touchscreen with a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 15 hours1,
a quick access button to unveil the integrated radar features
during play, and a sleek rear case divot has been implemented to
allow the device to perfectly sit on a golf ball for better screen
display viewing. By introducing a variety of new practice and game
modes, the Approach G80 lets golfers test their skills on the
driving range with the option to partake in virtual rounds on more
than 41,000 preloaded full-color courses around the world.
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Garmin introduces the Approach G80, a
premium GPS golf device with launch monitor capabilities. (Photo:
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“With the Approach G80, golfers are finally able to take
advantage of a golf GPS that integrates launch monitor capabilities
to capture the necessary metrics to help elevate their game to the
next level,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin worldwide vice president of
consumer sales. “The device serves as an all-in-one tutor that
introduces advanced radar capabilities that are easy to use, and
entertaining game modes that allow golfers to compete with friends
on the driving range or even at home using a golf net.”
Providing golfers the opportunity to test and improve skill sets
is one of the main pillars of the Approach G80, as it comes
equipped with useful practice and game modes— Warm-Up, Tempo
Training, Virtual Round, and Target Practice. The device utilizes
the built-in launch monitor during warm-ups and tempo training to
determine ball speed, club head speed, smash factor, estimated
distance, and suitable backswing and downswing timings to evaluate
tempo for each individual user. Additionally, the Approach G80
provides new gaming options that are fun for veterans of the sport
and newcomers alike. Golfers can enjoy using the device to enhance
consistency, to compete with friends on the driving range for
bragging rights, or at home with different game modes. For example,
Virtual Tournament allows golfers to raise the stakes by competing
on famous courses with users worldwide, and Target Practice gives
golfers gratifying challenges to zero in on their drives, irons and
short game by receiving points for hitting specific targets in a
one or two player challenge mode.
Once users are out on the course, they can use the Approach G80
to delve deeper into a feature set that is designed to deliver
detailed precision for a thorough golfing experience. Features such
as Touch Targeting allow players to touch any significant point
shown on the display—whether it’s the front, middle, back of the
green, the fairway or even hazards and doglegs—to show the precise
yardage to that specific spot. Players can also increase the font
size on the Approach G80 to easily read the yardage numbers to the
front, back and middle of the green. With Green View, golf
enthusiasts can zoom in on the green to adjust the day’s pin
location, or shift the flag to the position where they actually see
it to improve overall accuracy. Whether golfers are facing an
uphill or downhill shot during play, the PlaysLike Distance feature
can automatically adjust yardages to a specific target based on the
elevation where the golfer is standing. What’s more, the Approach
G80’s PinPointer option works like a compass to easily guide users
to the green during challenging blind shots.
Golfers can download the Garmin Golf™ app to take advantage of
all the connected features associated with the Approach G80
including simulated tournaments on more than 41,000 courses
worldwide and automatic course updates. Players will also be able
to connect with other golfers by posting and reviewing stats,
rankings, saving scorecards, and keeping competition alive by
taking part in weekly leaderboards.
The Approach G80 is available now with a suggested retail price
of $499.99. To learn more click here, or visit garmin.com/golf.
The Approach G80 is the latest solution from Garmin’s expanding
outdoor segment, which focuses on developing technologies and
innovations to enhance users’ outdoor experiences. Whether hiking,
hunting, trail running, mountain biking, golfing, diving or
using satellite communication, Garmin outdoor devices are essential
tools for outdoor enthusiasts of all levels.
For decades, Garmin has pioneered new GPS navigation and
wireless devices and applications that are designed for people who
live an active lifestyle. Garmin serves five primary markets,
including automotive, aviation, fitness, marine, and outdoor
recreation. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom
at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at
913-397-8200, or follow us at facebook.com/garmin,
instagram.com/garmin, twitter.com/garmin, or
youtube.com/garmin.
1 Battery life may vary depending on usage.
About Garmin International Inc.:
Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd.
(Nasdaq: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its
principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and
the United Kingdom. Garmin and Approach are registered trademarks
and Garmin Golf app is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its
subsidiaries. All rights reserved.
All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and
service marks are the properties of their respective owners. All
rights reserved.
Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:
This release includes forward-looking
statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements
are based on management’s current expectations. The forward-looking
events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur
and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and
unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including,
but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 30, 2017, filed by Garmin
with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number
0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at
http://www.garmin.com/aboutGarmin/invRelations/finReports.html. No
forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking
statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and
Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any
forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information,
future events, or otherwise.
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