A major player when it comes to smartwatches, Garmin is now focusing its expertise on the game of golf. The new Garmin Approach S42 is proof of that with cutting-edge features designed to aide and help golfers improve their game on the greens.

The latest addition to its popular Approach series of GPS golf products, the Garmin Approach S42 GPS golf smartwatch comes packed with more than 42,000 preloaded courses so golfers can walk onto any tee box with confidence.

Across the board, the new Approach line-up offers exemplary battery life. It also supports connectivity with Garmin’s very own club tracking sensor and the Garmin golf app which makes it easier than ever to upload scorecards, review performance stats and much more.

According to Garmin, the Approach S42 is designed to help golfers play their best game while staying competitive and connected within the golfing community. From smartwatches to GPS rangefinders, Garmin’s Approach golf range is also equipped to aid novice and veteran golfers alike with precision, style and attention to detail on every swing.

Key Golf Features

By pairing the smartwatch with the optional Approach CT10 club sensors, the users can gain access to automatic club tracking to see how far players hit each club. Gain precise yardages to the front, middle, and back of the green, hazards, doglegs, layups and more, thanks to a built-in high sensitivity GPS that zeroes in on a player’s location.

The Green View feature also displays each green’s true shape and to move the pin for better yardage accuracy, regardless of where a golfer is on the course.  All of this is displayed on a vibrant easy-to-read 1.2-inch colour touchscreen display with a sleek design that easily transitions from a daily timepiece to a comprehensive golf watch.

Once on the course, golfers can rely on a loaded feature set that includes the AutoShot round analyser to track and auto-record shot distances.  Golfers can wear the smartwatch in and out of the golf course and peruse smart notifications and activity-tracking features that include steps, sleep, calories, vibration alerts, move bar and built-in sport profiles.

Whether golfers are looking for style points or sportiness, switching bands is easy with the Approach S42’s quick release bands. Enjoy more time on the links thanks to the Approach S42’s versatile battery life that lasts up to 15 hours in GPS mode, and up to 10 days in smartwatch mode.

Garmin is offering the Approach S42 GPS golf smartwatch in Rose Gold with Light Sand, Gunmetal with Black Band and Polished Silver with White Band.

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