Easily update courses and get smartphone notifications on your watch
Overland Park, KS, January 25, 2017 – Bushnell Golf, #1 in Electronic Measuring Devices, unveiled the next generation of distance made simple golf products with the introduction of the Excel Golf GPS Watch. Bushnell’s next generation of GPS watch will integrate Bluetooth technology to work seamlessly with the Bushnell Golf App.
The Excel, Bushnell’s most advanced GPS watch, has been redesigned to meet the ever-changing needs of golfers wanting wrist-mounted devices and comes pre-loaded with more than 35,000 courses. In addition, it’s equipped with Bluetooth capabilities allowing the golfer to use the Bushnell Golf App to get course updates without needing to sync with a computer and receive call, messaging and calendar notifications on your watch. The Excel is an easy-to-use wrist-worn GPS rangefinder with instant yardage measurements in a simple, fashion-forward design and with no membership fees.
“We are excited about new technologies within the Excel and introduction of the Bushnell Golf App,” said Derek Schuman, Marketing Manager at Bushnell Golf. “With the ever-changing needs in wearable technology, we created our most advanced, user-friendly GPS Watch, providing golfers the ability to enhance their game at an affordable price.”
The Excel has industry-leading battery life – lasting three plus rounds before needing a charge. Additional features include a full frontal optical mounted color display with auto brightness adjustment, pedometer, odometer and the ability to get up to four hazard distances per hole.
The Excel Golf GPS Watch is capable of instantly recognizing courses. The Bushnell App allows the golfer to book tee times, pay, confirm and set tee time notification all from a smart phone.
Features:
• Bluetooth integration with smartphone for course updates and smartphone notifications
• Integrated Fitness Step Counter
• Full front optical mounted color display with auto brightness adjustment
• Long Battery Life – play 3 rounds before charging
• Easy-to-Read Front/Center/Back Distances
• Up to 4 Hazard Distances Per Hole
Over 35,000 courses worldwide preloaded for instant use
The Excel Golf GPS Watch will be available at Bushnell retailer’s nationwide in April, with a retail price of $249.99.
Bushnell, a Vista Outdoor brand, is the #1 electronic measuring device choice of golfers, offers a full array of rangefinders, which continue to change and improve the way golfers assess distances, ultimately improving performance. For more information on the Bushnell Golf family of rangefinders, visit the company’s website at www.bushnellgolf.com. To obtain images of the Tour V4 Shift, please go to www.bushnellgolfpr.com.
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Contact:
Derek Schuman – Bushnell Golf
(913) 752-3426 / dschuman@bushnell.com
