See the greens like never before with the introduction of Green Contour data to the Garmin Golf app and compatible devices

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Garmin has introduced a new feature, Green Contour data, to its Garmin Golf app membership, enhancing golfers' approach shots by displaying the slope direction of the green. This innovative tool allows users to view critical green information, including slope percentages and directional arrows, available for over 8,900 courses in North America. Membership costs $9.99 monthly or $99.99 annually, with additional benefits such as access to the Home Tee Hero simulator with certain purchases. The feature aims to improve golfers' performance on challenging courses.

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• Introduction of Green Contour data enhances golfer's experience.
• Available for over 8,900 courses in North America.
• Membership offers additional benefits such as Home Tee Hero simulator.

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New feature offers exclusive course data to any golfer with a Garmin Golf^™ app membership

OLATHE, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Garmin^® International, Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN), today announced the introduction of Green Contour data to golfers. With this new intuitive feature, golfers will have the opportunity to go out on a course – with a compatible Garmin device or by using the Garmin Golf^TM app on their smartphones – and see the actual slope direction of the green to setup the ultimate approach shot to sink their putt. The data presented on-screen can be configured to show the high and low sections of the green or slope percentages and directional arrows. Green Contour data is available through the Garmin Golf app upon purchase of the Garmin Golf membership.

See the greens like never before with the introduction of Green Contour data to the Garmin Golf app and compatible devices (Graphic: Business Wire)

“Golfers no longer have to second guess their approach shots thanks to Green Contour data,” said Dan Bartel, Garmin vice president of global consumer sales. “Whether it’s a complicated uphill shot or a course with fall-offs in the green, you can now use your Garmin Approach^® or the Garmin Golf app to analyze Green Contour data and put yourself in the best position to overcome challenging courses.”

As soon as players download the Garmin Golf app and subscribe for membership, they can easily take advantage of Green Contour data directly from their smartphones. Once a member, Green Contour data can also be downloaded to any of the following compatible Garmin devices:

• Approach G80 golf handheld
• Approach S60 golf watch
• Approach S62 golf watch
• Approach Z82 laser range finder
• Approach R10 launch monitor (Includes the Home Tee Hero golf simulator with Garmin Golf membership)

Currently, over 8,900 courses offer Green Contour data in North America with plans to steadily add more courses in the near future. Golfers can visit Garmin’s golf course locator on the web, search for their course and verify if Green Contours are available before teeing off.

Available through the Garmin Golf app now, golfers can purchase a Garmin Golf membership for $9.99 a month, or $99.99 a year. In addition, Garmin Golf members that purchase an Approach R10 will receive the entertaining Home Tee Hero golf simulator for free and Green Contour data at no extra cost. To learn more visit Garmin’s golf science page for green contours.

Engineered on the inside for life on the outside, Garmin products have revolutionized life for adventurers, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts everywhere. Committed to developing products and services that enhance experiences and provide peace of mind, Garmin believes every day is an opportunity to innovate and a chance to beat yesterday. For more information, visit Garmin's virtual pressroom at garmin.com/newsroom, contact the Media Relations department at media.relations@garmin.com, or follow us at facebook.com/garmingolf, twitter.com/garmingolf, instagram.com/garmingolf or youtube.com/garmin.

About Garmin International, Inc. Garmin International Inc. is a subsidiary of Garmin Ltd. (NYSE: GRMN). Garmin Ltd. is incorporated in Switzerland, and its principal subsidiaries are located in the United States, Taiwan and the United Kingdom. Garmin and Approach are registered trademarks and the Garmin Golf app is a trademark of Garmin Ltd. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved.

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Notice on Forward-Looking Statements:

This release includes forward-looking statements regarding Garmin Ltd. and its business. Such statements are based on management’s current expectations. The forward-looking events and circumstances discussed in this release may not occur and actual results could differ materially as a result of known and unknown risk factors and uncertainties affecting Garmin, including, but not limited to, the risk factors listed in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 26, 2020, filed by Garmin with the Securities and Exchange Commission (Commission file number 0-31983). A copy of such Form 10-K is available at https://www.garmin.com/en-US/company/investors/earnings/. No forward-looking statement can be guaranteed. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made and Garmin undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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Cesar A. Palacios

913-397-8200

media.relations@garmin.com

Source: Garmin International, Inc.

FAQ

What is Green Contour data from Garmin?

Green Contour data is a new feature that shows the slope direction of the green, helping golfers plan their approach shots accurately.

How much does a Garmin Golf membership cost?

The Garmin Golf membership costs $9.99 per month or $99.99 per year.

How many golf courses offer Green Contour data?

Currently, over 8,900 courses in North America provide Green Contour data.

What devices are compatible with the Garmin Golf app?

Compatible devices include Approach G80, Approach S60, Approach S62, Approach Z82, and Approach R10.

What benefits come with purchasing the Approach R10?

Purchasing the Approach R10 provides access to the Home Tee Hero golf simulator and Green Contour data at no extra cost.