Garmin Approach G5
May 26, 2009 Garmin
Garmin Approach G5 Golf GPS
The Garmin Approach G5 looks more like an iPhone than a golf gps device. The unit is sleek and the and feels incredible solid. The screen provides a bright, clear image and is one of the few handheld gps units with a touchscreen. Best of all the gps unit is waterproof and the interface is very user friendly.
Another great feature of the Garmin Approach G5 is that it is ready to go out of the box. There is no need to update firmware or download course data. Just throw in a couple of AA's and go golfing. The preloaded courses also mean that you don't need to spend another $30 on a membership to download courses. Read the rest of this entry »
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Upro GPS by Callaway
May 24, 2009 Upro
Upro Golf GPS
The Upro is Callaway Golf's first entry into the golf gps device race. The super bright color screen typically grabs your attention first. The large and colorful screen is great for the aerial course photos and flyovers. These flyovers play at the beginning of each hole and give you a bird's eye view of the entire hole. This feature takes all doubt out of the appropriate landing area and where any hazards may be hiding. Callaway has also used satelite locking technology that allows for a much faster startup time. They also have the patent pending SmartView Technology which automatically rotates your device Upro gps view to display the most appropriate view to your location on the hole. Read the rest of this entry »
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GolfLogix GPS by Garmin
May 17, 2009 GolfLogix
GolfLogix GPS 2008 by Garmin
Many golfers are choicing the GolfLogix GPS system because it is powered by Garmin technology. If you take a closer look you will notice that the GolfLogix unit appears very similar to the popular Garmin Etrex model. With over 23300 courses to choose from, you are sure to find your home course yardage available. The course downloads are available upon subscribing to the $29.95 membership. The units internal memory will store up to 20 different golf courses and downloading new courses is very simple. It also automatically calculates the distance of the last shot so you can gauge your club length. The rugid case is also 100% waterproof and is capable of withstanding just about any playing condition.
