Big Samsung smartwatch update!

Posted almost 5 years ago by Cindy Wren

Cindy Wren Admin

Golf Pad is now even more useful on Samsung smartwatches! Here's a few things we just added:

- Improved display for GPS distances and current hole number and score, making it easier to see outdoors.

- Additional information like elevation change to target, distances to layup points, current shot tracking distance.

- Mark flag right on the watch or use 'putt out' option to complete a hole score without adding individual shots.

- Use one of three modes for keeping score on the watch: total score entry, track shot location, or track shots location and clubs. Select your preferred mode in Golf Pad settings on the phone.

Swipe left or right to change hole. Swipe up or down or use bezel to show the extra information. Tap screen to keep score. The new features are available on watches running Tizen 4 OS (Gear S3 or newer). Download the latest Golf Pad watch app: version 5.4.4 or later is required.

Version 15.10 of the phone app is required to enable some of these features like layup points.

We'd love to hear what you think! If you run into issues or have questions, please reach out.

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Cindy Wren posted almost 5 years ago Admin

Hi Tobybarker - you'll want to update both the phone and watch app. The new features are available on watches running Tizen 4 OS (Gear S3 or newer). Download the latest Golf Pad watch app: version 5.4.4 or later is required. Let us know what you think! - Cindy

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Tobybarker posted almost 5 years ago

Is it the phone app or the watch app that's been updated, or both?

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Cindy Wren posted almost 5 years ago Admin

Hello all. Thanks for your input. We just released a new update this morning. It includes several fixes for the unexpected issues that were reported. It's being rolled out to users in stages. First 10%, then up to 100% over the next day or two. Even with extensive beta and quality testing, it tough to have a 100% perfect roll out, especially with all the updates included in the last round. That said, we work quickly to address any issues that come up and appreciate you bringing your feedback to our attention. We look forward to hearing from you after you download the new app version when it's available. - Cindy, Golf Pad

P.S. if any of you would like to join the beta program, here are the details.

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Tobybarker posted almost 5 years ago

Sorry, I've had enough of fiddling with the app...I spent more time restarting it and trying to make it do the simple things yesterday instead of playing the sport. Random stopping of the phone app, random losing GPS data, weird lock screen issues (not all the time)... It's all since the new updates. I won't be renewing. Off to try alternatives.

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Tobybarker posted almost 5 years ago

I have also noticed that the phone battery drains very quickly, from full to 20 percent over a round.... Never used to do that either

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Cindy Wren posted almost 5 years ago Admin

Hi Tobybarker - thanks for letting us know you are having trouble. Please see this article for some troubleshooting steps. If you still have issues, please open a new support ticket and we'll help you get it resolved. - Cindy

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Tobybarker posted almost 5 years ago

Since the upgrade I've had a host of problems, mainly the watch saying it's waiting for GPS position from the phone. Never used to have any problems. Not impressed with the upgrade (note I have upgraded watch app and the phone app)

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Cindy Wren posted almost 5 years ago Admin

Hi Douglas - Sorry I missed your post here! Your TAGS don't have to be udpated to enjoy these new features. Let us know if you have other questions. - Cindy

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Douglas Smith posted almost 5 years ago

Hi Cindy, I have tags that were purchased back when I purchased my Link. Do I need to upgrade my tags or are the original tags ok and will work fine with all the new features?

Thanks

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