Garmin Launches Approach S44, S50 Golf Smartwatches with 43,000 Course Maps

Garmin has introduced two new golf smartwatches, the Approach S44 and S50, designed to enhance golfers' performance with advanced features. Both models feature 1.2-inch color AMOLED displays, preloaded maps of over 43,000 golf courses, and essential tools like hazard view and distance measurements to improve gameplay. The S44 focuses on providing key information to plan shots, while the S50 includes additional features like PlaysLike distance and a heart rate sensor for health tracking. Each smartwatch offers up to 15 hours of battery life in GPS mode, allowing players to enjoy extended time on the course. Garmin's Vice President of Global Consumer Sales expressed excitement about these smartwatches, highlighting their blend of functionality and style. These devices are positioned as essential companions for golfers seeking to elevate their game both on and off the course.