Garmin - Approach S12 GPS Smartwatch 33mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021)
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Specifications
- Screen Size1.3 millimetersTouch ScreenNoOperating System CompatibilityAndroid, Apple iOSOperating SystemGarminApp CompatibleYesBuilt-in Storage1 gigabytes
- Key Specs
- Screen Size: 1.3 millimeters (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Operating System: Garmin (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Built-in Storage: 1 gigabytes
- Global Positioning: GPS (A system of satellites which enables a mobile receiver to determine its precise location based on signals received from satellites such as the US Global Positioning System (GPS), the Russian Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), the European Global Navigation Satellite System (Galileo), or the Japanese Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).)
- Metrics Measured: Not Applicable
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 164 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Band Material: Silicone
- Series: Garmin Approach S12 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- General
- Brand: Garmin
- Model Number: 010-02472-00
- Product Name: Approach S12 GPS Smartwatch 33mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer
- Color: Black
- Product Type: Activity tracker, Smartwatch
- Form Factor: Wristwatch (The size, arrangement, and physical configuration of the product.)
- Model Family: Garmin Approach S12
- Series: Garmin Approach S12 (Part of a group of the same product type with similar features.)
- Year of Release: 2021
- Design
- Case Size: 33mm (The diameter or longest measurement of the case.)
- Case Shape: Circular
- Band Type: Silicone
- Band Color: Black
- Clasp Type: Buckle
- Rotating Bezel: false (Rotating the bezel controls the various functions of the device.)
- Dimensions
- Band Width: 20 millimeters
- Product Height: 1.7 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 0 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 0.1 ounces (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Product Length: 0.45 inches (The out of box length of the item. Length is measured as the longest dimension of the item.)
- Minimum Wrist Size: 125 millimeters
- Maximum Wrist Size: 202 millimeters
- Size: Adjustable
- Band Size: Adjustable, 6-7/8"
- Display
- Display Screen: true
- Screen Size: 1.3 millimeters (Size of the screen, measured diagonally from corner to corner.)
- Touch Screen: false (Touch-screen devices make navigating more intuitive. Using a touch-screen display, you can do things such as tap to select, hold and drag to move items, swipe to scroll, and pinch to zoom.)
- Display Type: MIP LCD
- Color Display: false
- Clock Display: true
- Backlit Display: true (Integrated lights allow for visibility of the display in low-light conditions.)
- Adjustable Brightness: true
- Customizable Watch Faces: true
- Compatibility
- Operating System Compatibility: Android, Apple iOS
- Operating System: Garmin (The operating system manages all software and hardware, including files, memory and connected devices. Most importantly, it lets you interact with your device and your programs in a visual way; otherwise, you'd be typing computer code to get anything done.)
- App Compatible: true (The product can be connected to a program or software application on a mobile device, which then receives collected data from the product.)
- Connectivity
- Data Plan Required: false
- Wireless Connectivity: Bluetooth (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Features
- Built-in Storage: 1 gigabytes
- GPS Enabled: true
- Global Positioning: GPS (A system of satellites which enables a mobile receiver to determine its precise location based on signals received from satellites such as the US Global Positioning System (GPS), the Russian Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), the European Global Navigation Satellite System (Galileo), or the Japanese Quasi-Zenith Satellite System (QZSS).)
- Mobile Notifications: false
- Alert Type: Audible, Vibration, Visual
- Music Player: false
- Silent Alarm: true
- Built-In Microphone: false
- Activity
- Metrics Measured: Not Applicable
- Performance
- Protective Qualities: Water resistant
- Maximum Depth of Water Resistance: 164 feet (Measurement of the maximum depth of water in which the product is able to resist some degree of water penetration.)
- Minimum Operating Temperature: -4.0 degrees fahrenheit (The lowest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures less than the minimum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Maximum Operating Temperature: 140 degrees fahrenheit (The highest recommended ambient (surrounding) temperature in which the product can ideally operate stated by the manufacturer. Generally long-term exposure of the product to temperatures more than the maximum can result in ineffective operation.)
- Power
- Rechargeable: true
- Battery Strength Indicator: true
- Charging Interface(s): USB-C (The connection for transmitting power to charge the device.)
- Battery Chemistry: Lithium-ion
- Replaceable Battery: false
- Material
- Band Material: Silicone
- Case Material: Fiber-reinforced Polymer
- Camera
- Integrated Camera: No
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 1 year limited
- Warranty - Labor: 1 year limited
- Other
- UPC: 753759275389
We’ve got your game with Approach S12, a golf watch designed to turn on when you tee off. Get key yardages to the green, as well as to hazards and doglegs, on 42,000 preloaded courses worldwide. Keep score from the watch itself and upload directly to the Garmin Golf app to participate in weekly leaderboards. Pair with optional Approach CT10 club tracking sensors (sold separately) for more automatic game tracking capabilities. Play longer with a battery life that holds up — get up to 30 hours in GPS mode.
- Compatibility: Compatible with iPhone and Android devices
- Sunlight Readable: The new round watch design offers a high-resolution screen that’s easily readable on even the sunniest days.
- Keep Score: *Your watch keeps score so you can always know where you stand. Upload directly to the Garmin Golf app to participate in weekly leaderboards.
- 42,000+ Preloaded Courses: Your watch comes preloaded with more than 42,000 CourseView maps of golf courses around the world. Wirelessly download updates for the course you play most often.
- Take A Swing: Pair with full set of Approach CT10 club tracking sensors for more tracking capabilities (sold separately).
- Go Green: Quickly reference the front, middle and back of the green so you have all the data you need for the perfect shot.
- Know What to Avoid: The course maps give distances to hazards and doglegs so you know exactly where they’re hiding no matter where you stand on the course.
- Battery Life: Internal, rechargeable battery provides up to 30 hours in GPS mode.
- Disclaimer: *Requires app on your compatible smartphone paired to the Approach S12
Whats Included
- Approach S12
- charging/data cable
- Documentation
- Documentation
Q: Does this smartwatch have GPS?
A: Yes, this smartwatch is GPS enabled.
Q: Is this watch compatible with smartphones?
A: Yes, this watch is compatible with iPhone and Android devices.
Q: Does this watch have bluetooth connectivity?
A: Yes, this watch has bluetooth connectivity.
Q: Does this watch keep score?
A: Yes, this watch keeps score so you always know where you stand.
Q: Can I download updates wirelessly for this golf watch?
A: Yes, you can wirelessly download updates for the golf courses you play most often.
Q: Is the screen easily readable in sunlight?
A: Yes, the screen is easily readable even on the sunniest days.
Q: What is the battery life of this Garmin watch in GPS mode?
A: The internal rechargeable battery provides up to 30 hours of battery life while using GPS mode.
Q: Does this watch track your step count?
A: You can track steps to your shot ( for distance) but there is no step count functionality like a Fitbit or other tracker
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| Pros for Garmin - Approach S12 GPS Smartwatch 33mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Ease of use, Battery Life, Accuracy | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Ease of use, Accuracy, GPS Accuracy | Overall Performance, Battery Life, Comfort, Design, Size | Battery Life, Overall Performance, Sleep Tracking, Ease of Use, Weight |
| Cons for Garmin - Approach S12 GPS Smartwatch 33mm Fiber-Reinforced Polymer - Black - (2021) | |||
| There were no cons for this product— | Screen Quality | There were no cons for this product— | Connectivity, Band Comfort, Button Quality, Step Counter, Size |
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