Approach S12

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Overview DESIGNED TO TURN ON WHEN YOU TEE OFF.
We’ve got your game with Approach S12, a GPS golf watch that lets you keep it simple on the course.
Sun on your screen? Not a problem, thanks to this watch’s sunlight-readable display.
Play from sunup to sundown with a battery life that lasts up to 30 hours.
You might never play 43,000 courses, but this watch has them preloaded just in case.
Club with confidence when you know the distance to the front, middle and back of the green.
Forget the scorecard. Keep track on your watch and upload to the Garmin Golf app.
Get back to basics on the course.BATTERY LIFEInternal, rechargeable battery provides up to 30 hours in GPS mode.
SUNLIGHT READABLEThe new round watch design offers a high-resolution screen that’s easily readable on even the sunniest days.
43,000+ PRELOADED COURSESYour watch comes preloaded with more than 43,000 CourseView maps of golf courses around the world. Wirelessly download updates for the course you play most often.
TAKE A SWINGPair with full set of Approach CT10 club tracking sensors for more tracking capabilities (sold separately).
GO GREENQuickly reference the front, middle and back of the green so you have all the data you need for the perfect shot.
KNOW WHAT TO AVOIDThe course maps give distances to hazards and doglegs so you know exactly where they’re hiding no matter where you stand on the course.
KEEP SCOREYour watch keeps score so you can always know where you stand. Upload directly to the Garmin Golf app1 to participate in weekly leaderboards.
GREEN CONTOUR DATAPlan your best approach shot, and sink your putt with Green Contour Data. With your active Garmin Golf app membership, you can see the slope direction of the green on select courses.
1Requires app on your compatible smartphone paired to the Approach S12Engineering enhancements are ongoing and may not be reflected in the pictures, videos and specifications.Specs What You’ll LoveDisplay typeSunlight-visible, transflective memory-in-pixel (MIP)Water rating5 ATMGeneralStrap material
silicone
Quick Release bandsPhysical size
43.7 x 43.7 x 11.5 mm
Fits wrists with a circumference of 125-202 mm
Weight
1.20 oz (34.1 g)
Display Size0.9″ x 0.9″ (23 x 23 mm)Display resolution176 x 176 pixelsBattery life
Watch mode: Up to 10 weeks
GPS mode: Up to 30 hours
Charging methodGarmin proprietary plug chargerMemory/History125 MBClock FeaturesTime/dateGPS Time SyncAutomatic daylight saving timeSunrise/sunset timesSensorsGPSDaily Smart FeaturesConnectivityBluetooth SmartSmartphone compatibilityiPhone, AndroidActivity ProfilesOutdoor recreationGolfingGolfing FeaturesPreloaded with 43,000 courses worldwideYardage to F/M/B (distance to front, middle and back of green)Yardage to layups/doglegsMeasures shot distance (calculates exact yardage for shots from anywhere on course)manualDigital scorecardStat tracking (strokes, putts per round, greens and fairways hit)Auto CourseView updatesGreen View with manual pin positionHazards and course targetsRound timer/odometerCT10 Automatic club tracking compatible (requires accessory)Pairs with Garmin Golf appTournament legalIn the Box
Approach S12 golf watch
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