Garmin Expands Golf Lineup with New Tech Innovations

Garmin Expands Golf Lineup with New Tech Innovations
Smart Solutions for Modern Golfers

MANILA, Philippines – Garmin is stepping up its game—and yours—with the launch of the latest additions to its Approach lineup. Designed for golfers who want to elevate their performance, the new lineup includes the Approach S50 smartwatch, the Approach CT1 tracking tags, and the Approach G20 Solar GPS handheld. Packed with advanced tech, real-time tracking, and powerful features, these devices promise to help players refine their skills both on and off the course.

“We’re thrilled to expand our golf lineup,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin Vice President of Global Consumer Sales. “The Approach S50 smartwatch offers invaluable insights, while the CT1 tags provide seamless shot data. And with the solar-powered G20 GPS handheld, golfers can now play longer than ever before.”

Approach S50: Game-Changing Golf Smartwatch

The Approach S50 smartwatch takes game improvement to a whole new level. It’s more than just a GPS golf watch; it’s a complete health, fitness, and game-tracking tool that golfers can rely on for insights both on and off the course.

Key features include:

• Wrist-Based Heart Rate Monitoring: Track your heart rate directly from your wrist, along with sleep and stress levels.
• Preloaded Activities: Improve your strength and flexibility with activity profiles like strength training, yoga, and cardio—all designed to enhance your swing and reduce injuries.
• Morning Report: Start the day with a personalized breakdown of last night’s sleep, daily training outlook, HRV status, and even the weather.
• Body Battery™ Energy Monitoring: Know when to push hard or take it easy by tracking your energy levels throughout the day.
• Fitness Age: Get an estimated fitness age based on your activity level and use it as motivation to stay active.
• Women’s Health Tracking: Monitor menstrual cycles or pregnancy while also getting personalized health and nutrition tips.

With its ComfortFit Nylon strap, the S50 is lightweight and comfortable enough for all-day wear. Beyond comfort, it’s a powerhouse of functionality designed to keep golfers in peak form.

Approach CT1 Tags: Refine Your Game

Paired with the S50 smartwatch, the Approach CT1 tracking tags provide in-depth data to improve shot accuracy. Simply attach the lightweight tags to your club grips and enjoy seamless shot-by-shot analysis.

With the CT1 tags, you can:

• Track how far you hit with each club.
• View detailed accuracy stats for fairways and greens.
• Sync with the Garmin Golf™ app to access advanced analytics, like strokes gained and trend reports.

For every shot, golfers can simply tap the tag to their S50 smartwatch and see their stats recorded in real time. Whether it’s your driver or your putter, you’ll have data for every club in the bag.

Approach G20 Solar: Play Longer, Play Smarter

Say goodbye to recharging interruptions with the Approach G20 Solar, Garmin’s first solar-powered GPS handheld for golfers. With a battery life that supports up to 36 rounds without solar charging, this device ensures you stay on the course longer.

Designed with a bright, sunlight-readable 2.2-inch display, the G20 Solar provides easy-to-read yardages to hazards, greens, and doglegs. Golfers can manually adjust pin placements and enjoy added features like:

• Over 43,000 preloaded courses worldwide with wireless updates.
• Larger, customizable text for better readability.
• Integration with the Garmin Golf™ app for tracking wind speed, direction, and scoring.

The G20 Solar is compact and easy to carry, with options to mount it on a cart or clip it to your belt. Accidentally leave it behind? No problem—the Find My Garmin feature ensures it’s never lost for long. With an IPX7 water rating, it’s built for any weather conditions, be it rain or shine.

A Comprehensive Golf Ecosystem

What sets Garmin apart is how these devices work together as part of an integrated ecosystem. The Approach S50 smartwatch and CT1 tags seamlessly connect with other Garmin golf gear, such as the Approach Z30 laser range finder, to enhance your on-course experience. Add the Garmin Golf™ app, and you’ve got all the tools you need to analyze your game and track progress.

Elevate Your Golf Game Today

From personalized performance insights to devices that maximize convenience and durability, Garmin’s new Approach lineup redefines what’s possible in golf tech. Whether it’s the versatile S50 smartwatch, the game-enhancing CT1 tags, or the enduring G20 Solar GPS handheld, there’s something for every golfer looking to step up their game.

The Approach S50 smartwatch (PHP 25,990), G20 Solar (PHP 19,490), and Approach CT1 tracking tags (PHP 6,490) will be available from March 20, 2025 via the official Garmin PH website or through Kinetic, Lazada, or Shopee.