Garmin has introduced a premium golf watch

Garmin has released a premium golf watch Approach S60 with GPS. The device will help to choose the winning strategy on the golf course, will support in sports activities and be an effective electronic assistant in everyday life.

Garmin Approach S60

Deluxe, elegant gadget makes an indispensable partner in the game. Large, high-resolution color touchscreen displays information even in bright sunlight. Over 40,000 golf courses around the world are preloaded. Automatically updates maps of the courses you play most often requires syncing with Garmin Connect . Users simply touch any point on the map to determine its exact distance in yards. To know the distance to the hole, the user simply touches the point on the map.

Garmin Approach S60 shows you the shape of the green the area around the hole . The device displays in the largest font the distance to the front, middle and back of the green, indicating the direction of the flag when there are blind spots. You can place the checkbox where you want it to be for a more accurate reading of your range.

With PlaysLike Distance, the Garmin Approach S60 calculates the range of your shot based on elevated or lowered terrain. Advanced AutoShot gives you range information during your round and records all shots for post-game analysis requires clock sync with Garmin Connect .

SwingTempo function determines the relationship between backswing and downswing to improve strike stability. When paired with the TruSwing golf probe, data such as swing speed and putter angle is available, which also helps improve hitting stability.

Garmin Approach S60 includes preloaded apps and profiles not only for golf, but also for running, cycling, swimming and other activities. Gadget helps you stay active in your everyday life. The screen shows the number of steps, calories burned, and distance traveled. In addition, the device monitors the number of hours of sleep.

Garmin Approach S60 features a new, intuitive interface that lets you see detailed golf course maps and information on the color display. Watch interface can be customized with watch faces and apps from the Connect IQ store. Watch syncs with your smartphone for alerts incoming calls, text messages, emails, and other alerts . Automatically saves statistics in Garmin Connect.

In addition, the premium device features an advanced scratch-resistant ceramic ring around the watch face and a high-quality leather strap. Available with an assortment of optional QuickFit leather, metal, or silicone straps and bracelets sold separately . Rechargeable battery lasts up to 10 hours of golf and up to 10 days in watch mode.

American sales of Garmin Approach S60 will be announced. Approximate cost of the watch will be:

Approach S60 with silicone strap and plastic bezel – $399. Approach S60 with leather strap and ceramic bezel – $499.