Garmin’s new Approach S72 golf watch looks great, but I was hoping for a new Marq
AI-summarised brief · reviewed before publication
Garmin unveiled the Approach S72, its latest golf‑focused smartwatch, expanding the brand’s wearable lineup. The S72 builds on the previous S70 with four times the memory and adds new golf‑specific features, including Swing Metrics that track hand speed, backswing length and wrist rotation, and a Driving Range activity profile that logs practice habits as workouts. Beyond golf, the watch incorporates a flashlight, speaker and microphone, and adopts a ComfortFit strap for broader fitness use. While reviewers praised its sleek, lifestyle‑friendly design, some expressed disappointment that Garmin did not release the anticipated MARQ Golfer Gen 3. The device also retains Garmin’s general fitness tracking capabilities, positioning it as both a training companion and everyday timepiece.
💡 Why It Matters
- · The S72 merges detailed swing analytics with everyday smartwatch functions, giving golfers actionable data without needing separate devices.
