Overview

Are you looking for an ultimate golf buddy? The Golflogix Garmin Golf GPS Systems might be the one you’re waiting for. The Golflogix Garmin GPS is a handheld device that has the capability to show golfers key distances to hazards as well as the area around the green in a certain golf course. It works well with both Windows and Mac Systems and can be programmed up to 20 various courses.

Any golf player would agree that it would be a great help to have a range finder instead of just trying to calculate the distance of your last shot. This is where Golflogix Garmin Golf GPS will be very useful since it can calculate distances accurately at an instant. It displays distances in big bold numbers so it will be easier to read given any lighting condition.

The GPS system has been very useful in finding directions and distances while driving, and for sure it will do the same when you are playing golf. The Golflogix Garmin Golf GPS comes with Garmin’s high sensitivity 12-channel GPS receiver that receives signal from a satellite. As mentioned it can hold up to 20 various courses which have more than 21,800 courses in its system.

Specs and Features

• Dimension- measures 2 x 4.4 x 1.2 inches and weighs around 5.3 ounces
• Screen- comes with a 1.25 x 2.25 inch LCD and has a resolution of 64 x 128 pixels; it has excellent visibility even in the presence of direct sunlight and comes with an adjustable screen and backlight setting for poor lighting conditions
• Case- it is completely waterproof and works well even if it gets submerged in water. It is also shockproof and impact resistant since it was specifically designed for outdoor use.
• Compatibility- it is compatible with Windows Vista, XP and 2000 as well as MAC OS X
• Battery Life- uses regular AA batteries that can last up to 22 hours
• Extras- includes belt/bag clip, USB serial cable, Golflogix Course Manager Software plus a one year warranty

The Golflogix Garmin golf GPS systems is endorsed by most professional golfers as a great tool that will help golfers improve their games. It is very user-friendly so even if you’re just a beginner in golf, you can easily make use of this device.

Consumers who have purchased this golf GPS system gadget have different opinions on this product. Some customers are well-satisfied with the Golflogix for it is easy to operate and gives accurate distance quickly. But other customers find it too consuming in terms of batteries, it’s a good thing that it only uses regular batteries so you can always have some extras with you.

Overall, looks like most of the consumers who bought this product are happy and well-satisfied. If you are a golf lover then get one now and see for yourself. The Golflogix Garmin Golf GPS is available at amazon.com at a very affordable price of $159.99.

Aiming to make a good hit in the hole at the golf course while avoiding water or sand traps? Then perhaps it’s time that you take on a new experience to your golfing game. And that is actually what iGolf neo Pocketsize Golf GPS systems has to offer! Find the distance from your location to the green on your GPS maps so that you can assess the distance or how long you need to make that shot.

The iGolf GPS system gadget has an accuracy range of 1-3 yards, a rechargeable Lithium Ion Battery which will last up to 16 hours, an 80 x 120 high-contrast LCD Screen, a weight of 2.5 oz and a measurement of 3.25 inches width by 1.75 inches height by 0.75 inches diameter, you can just put it inside your pocket.

It holds up to 10 course files at once and when you are on a new golfing turf, you can download the slopes and terrain from the manufacturer’s website iGolf.com. You can also choose a feature where it allows you to pick the right club for the terrain or distance. Of course, these are mere suggestions but new/beginners can greatly benefit from it.

It is relatively easy to use which does not require any additional software for custom mapping. You just have to go to iGolf.com, but of course with a computer and internet access, which you can connect through a USB cable. You can also get pre-mapped golf courses anywhere in the world with Windows Vista, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows Me or Windows 98 but you need to have a subscription to iGolf.

This golf GPS systems is preferred by many golfers because it gives simple yardages to front, middle and back of greens, as well as keeping track of how far one can hit the ball. Also, at $99 it is cheaper compared to other golfing GPS units like Skycaddie which is always having problems with its receptions. It is smaller than the other exisitng golf GPS system gadgets and downloading the maps on a terrain or slope is very easy to do. It is also accurate as every GPS unit can be or even more.

The only problem we have on iGolf GPS system is that because of its small size the belt clip is not sufficient to make it attached. Also, not all golf turfs are supported at the website and you need to make a subscription to iGolf before downloading maps. Solving these problems may make it really worth the price.

Don’t be scared easily by the title of this article “Technical Review”. You don’t need to be a nerdy guy or girl to understand stuff about gadgets and GPS devices. Believe me it’s easy to understand. If you want to invest a couple hundreds of dollars on a piece of equipment you don’t like the idea of getting ripoff right? You want to get a good deal for your money.

I’m sure everyone of you wants to get a good product for less price. And to be able to accomplish that we should at least take a little of our precious time and study products at hand. Knowing the capabilities of each golf GPS systems and devices will give you the power to choose which deal is great, average or poor.

Callaway uPro golf GPS systems is on top of our list. There are many endorsers of this product claiming that it is one of the best sellers and one of the best choice for golf GPS enthusiasts. Of course, we cannot believe these information outright. We need to research for evidences to prove if those claims are correct. Until then, these are just hearsays.

Going in a little technical about this product, the Callaway uPro is one of the sleekiest golf GPS systems I’ve seen. Endowed with a large 2.2 inch, 320 x 240 high resolution colored display, this gadget also sports a good sunlight legibility (meaning you can read data info even at high noon).

This golf GPS device clearly show an aerial satellite preview of the entire course before pin pointing the exact location of the hole from where you stand. The good thing about this device is the SmartView technology that generates adjustable viewports base on your next potential shot. If you change your location, the uPro will adjust itself so you’ll get accurate location of the hole every time.

uPro golf course maps can be downloaded using your PC or laptop unlike other golf GPS systems which only authorize installed software and module to access their map server.  As an added bonus, the Callaway uPro golf GPS systems can be programmed to accept voice commands so that navigation input can be made hands free.

The Price of this gadget may be a little pricey at $399 on your budget. However, some dealers have promo like giving a $100 rebate upon purchasing the product. Thus, it would be best to ask for such information to save 100 bucks for your new golf GPS gadget! Also, comparing this gadget with other popular Golf GPS systems, the Callaway uPro’s price is at par. With only one time payment (no monthly subscription) and several built-in golf course maps in the gadget. This sounds like a good deal.

Golf is a great outdoor game most people love. However most of the time, golfers face tremendous challenges over the course of the terrain such as the direction of the hole, green and obstacles.

Unfortunately, some new golfers find these obstacles too challenging (I had my share of frustration as well) and may get them disappointed and give up the game. Good thing technology never ceases to improve our lives. Today, there are golf GPS systems available in the market which help amateur and pro golfers concentrate more on their game and forget about the hassle of surveying the golf course for the correct direction of the green.

However, as with any gadgets we must need to know the technical aspects / specifications of the product to know if we are getting the best deal. There are many golf GPS systems and devices you can buy in your local department store. You may luck out to find an excellent GPS device, but why risk it all when there are information that can help you out?

In buying a particular golf GPS device you must consider few elements and those are:

1. Price
2. Performance
3. Reliability/ Accuracy
4. Recurring Bills

There are many great golf GPS systems brand at hand like Callaway, Garmin, Skycaddie, OnPar, Sonocaddie and many more. If you’re not a tech savvy individual or if you’re the type who is quite lazy on researching great parameters for each product. Don’t worry, information site like Golf GPS Systems provide data, guide and reviews of some popular golf GPS gadgets in the market. You’ll get a good deal and that’s a guarantee.

You must first take a look at the price of each product. As much as possible pick 3-4 products you like and compare the price of each. Make sure that you set a budget on buying so that you can properly set your mind which gadget to buy.

There are Golf GPS systems which looks “cheap” however there could be a take away on them such as Recurring bills (item #4). Recurring bills can be in the form of monthly subscription or high price downloads for the golf course maps. Some golf GPS devices come with built-in courses when you buy them. Look for “one-time” payment deals so you can be sure that no monthly recurring bills are needed. Ask also how much a course map download cost.

Try also to buy on off peak season or during discount season like Black Friday. Most dealers give large discounts on tech products in the form of coupons. Some Golf GPS systems manufacturers might give a special rebate upon purchasing the product. Always ask for this kind of information. A few words do go a long way!
Next Parameter to look is Performance of the product. How’s the resolution of the screen? Is it colored or not? Most Golf GPS devices come with high resolution display monitor to show details of the course. Can you read the numbers showing on the monitor? Is it large enough for you? How about the weight and dimensions of the gadget? Are you comfortable carrying it?

These are some of the questions you must ask yourself before buying the product. Unfortunately, you can’t see that in the internet. A close up look at the product will ensure that “what you see is what you get”.

Lastly is Reliability and Accuracy. This element defines how accurate are the data being shown by the product. Are the position of the greens and holes correct? How about the water obstacles?

Not all golf course maps can be contained in your GPS device so you need to check (upon downloading/ copying) the map for its accuracy. You must also consider the sunlight legibility of display screen which means “Would you be able to read the data on the screen on a bright sunny day?”.

Those are some information you must include in your shopping list while searching the internet or your local tech store for Golf GPS systems. As I’ve said, there are a lot of these gadgets lurking around, the question is “Are they a good buy or not?”.

Golf GPS systems are getting more and more popular among amateur and golf enthusiasts. Not only will it significantly improve your golf performance but will also enhance the game experience.

People have been using GPS extensively today (mostly in the United States and European countries) for road guidance. There are many kinds of GPS units namely, personal, handheld, automotive , GPS for trucks etc. The main function of which are all the same – to give accurate direction.

Golf GPS systems use the same methodology similar with popular commercial road GPS units. However, it has specific features and that is to give precise location of the green, hazards, water and other obstacles present on each golf courses, these golf GPS systems may come in handy little gadgets that can be fitted on your belt or onto your golf cart.

There are many popular brands for Golf GPS units that can be found on the internet. Some of these brands may sound familiar to you – Garmin, Skycaddie, Callaway and many others. They may sound different at first, but each of these units function similarly. They uses the same GPS satellites (similar to automotive GPS) to enable its user to download specific golf course map and trace access points across the course. This is crucial because such information will provide the Golfer guidance as to where he/she would place the ball. Traditional methods are out of the books now and GPS technology is the latest hip and trend golfers are looking onto.

However, in as much as it increases one’s golfing experience on the field it should be noted that these golf GPS systems cannot be used on professional golf tournaments as stated by USGA and RR&A. I guess this is a ridiculous idea, if these golf associations think that using one of these GPS gadgets is a way of “cheating” the game. Actually, these golf GPS systems are merely “tools” similar with the club to strike the golf ball, the tee to handle the ball or the golf cart to transport golfers across the field. The game still depends on the skill of the golfer. If he or she doesn’t have the necessary skill then even if you have all these wonderful toys in your pockets you still wouldn’t win the game. Do you think one can beat Tiger Woods with the aid of these gadgets? Certainly not!

As always, one must look at some parameters of the golf gps systems units before you decide if it is a good buy or not. Is it comfortable to use? Display screen size? Battery/power usage? Accuracy of course navigation? Points of access across the field? OS compatibility? These are some of the things you must consider.

All in all, technology has indeed become a great ally for men. Golf GPS systems will improve your game experience and guide you throughout the game. But of course, you should understand that each game still depends on your skill. And I guess at this moment, no gadgets will assist you on that.