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Garmin Approach G6 Golf GPS

The Garmin Approach G6 Golf GPS is a sleek, thin glove friendly golf gps system weighing just over three ounces and comes preloaded with over 25,000 worldwide course maps and is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery giving golfers the opportunity for an entire weekend worth of use on one charge.

The Garmin Approach G6 has a 2.6” screen which is readable even in sunlight. The display on the G6 provides large, bright, high contrast graphics and numbers so that it easy to read in all conditions, and for everyones eyes. The Approach G6 now has layup arcs that are drawn directly on the course map and offers perfect references to 100, 150, 200 and (when applicable) 250 yards for layup decisions. A player can even touch the place on the course map that they want to measure, judge layups or focus in on hazards or obstacles that may affect their shot, and zoom in for an even closer look at the landing areas. The Garmin Approach G6 has an internal rechargeable battery lasts up to 15 hours, which will allow a player to play an entire weekend of golf without recharging.

Garmin Approach G6 Golf GPS Features

Touchscreen:	yes
Touch-targeting (touch target on display to see the distance to any point):	yes
Manual pin positioning (tap and drag flag on green for precise yardage):	yes
Course preview (see detailed, hole-by-hole preview):	yes
Digital scorecard (keep score for up to four players):	yes
Computer scorecard review (save and review scores on computer):	yes
USGA and R&A compliant (legal under the Rules of Golf):	yes

Physical & Performance: Garmin Approach G6 GPS

Unit dimensions, WxHxD:	2.1" x 3.7" x 0.8" (5.4 x 9.3 x 1.9 cm)
Display size, WxH:	1.4" x 2.2" (3.6 x 5.5 cm); 2.6" diag (6.6 cm)
Display resolution, WxH:	160 x 240 pixels
Display type:	Transflective color TFT touchscreen
Weight:	3.37 oz (95.6 g)
Battery:	internal rechargeable lithium polymer
Battery life:	up to 15 hours
Waterproof:	yes (IPX7)
High-sensitivity receiver:	yes
Interface:	USB

Maps & Memory:

Preloaded course maps:	yes (Worldwide)
Course capacity:	unlimited

“With its new features, the Approach G6 becomes a must-have tool for every serious golfer,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin’s vice president of worldwide sales. “It’s small enough to fit in a golfer’s shirt pocket and golfers who travel the world now have access to worldwide courses without hidden fees or subscriptions. The Approach G6 was designed to take golfers’ games to the next level.”

Garmin Approach G6 Golf GPS Reviews

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Approach G6

By Stiff from GB on 04/09/2012

Pros:	Easy to read, accurate
Cons:	It would be hard to get more than two rounds on one full charge. Would like to see a battery charge indicator somewhere on the unit.
Recommended:	Yes

Would like the option of a running scorecard instead of score in reference to par. Battery charge indicator only shows when charging from usb and not ac plug. Nice sleek unit, fits well in pocket. Very easy to use. I am glad that I waited for the G6!

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Delivers on its promises!

By Paul from Perth on 03/19/2012

Pros:	Intuitive easy to use menus & sleek design
Cons:	Precise touch targeting is a challenge
Recommended:	Yes

I recently bought my G6 and am loving it!

While this is my first golf GPS I did as much research as I could beforehand, including long discussions with my mates who had different GPS units. Since the G6 was brand new there wern't many reviews that I could find by real people but in the end I put my faith in Garmin, and I have to say that the G6 does what it says it would do.

I wanted something with not only the basic functionality one would expect but I bought a new set of clubs and really wanted to have something to help calibrate my distances. Tick!

The standout features for me is its sleek design (fits very comfortably in the palm of one hand and I could operate it fully with just my thumb...caution...I've got relatively small hands!), the simple and easy to use menus and the scoring and club stat functionality.

I don't have any problems seeing the screen however I admit that I have the backlight on at maximum. You can adjust the backlight timer to conserve battery life however but it will comfortably last 2 rounds (even with me playing with it all during each round).

While it has all of my local courses I noticed that some of the bunkers are missing (my guess is that this is because Garmin builds their maps via satellite images, and they can't see those hiding under trees!).

My one criticism would be the manual touch targeting function. With the sze of the screen it is difficult to get really accurate however with my game it will be within the margin or error of all my clubs!

Overall I'm really happy with the G6!

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Garmin does it again

By Stoney from Alabama on 03/01/2012

Pros:	Fast, easy and on the numbers.
Cons:	Could have a better back light
Recommended:	Yes

I got the garmin approach G6 and I'm very pleased with it.It is fast and easy to use and has some other features that are also good. The back light could be brighter but the G-6 isn't hard to read. You can check multiple distances and the touch and drag flag feature on the greens is also easy to use.

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