GOLFONAUT: DEMOCRATIZING DATA FOR IMPROVED PERFORMANCE AND PRACTICALITY
A French startup, Golfonaut was founded to expand access to sporting data and facilitate metrics for golf amateurs using Apple Watch technology. Previously, golfers looking to target the green needed specialty equipment, which used GPS to locate the distance to the hole. Golfonaut uses the technology already built into Apple Watches to estimate the distance to the green, thereby enabling the user to correctly select their club and more accurately drive the ball. The easily accessible Apple Watch touchscreen also makes it simple for players to retrieve their data quickly while playing and easily keep track of their score.
“I founded Golfonaut to make sports data accessible to amateur golfers,” explains Remi Vanbaelinghem, Founder and CEO of Golfonaut. “By using the ubiquitous iOS technology, our app is fully integrated into smartwatches many players already use – no need to buy an additional watch. Thanks to the app’s features, golfers can easily determine which club to use, and can even save their scores to compare results.”
GOLFONAUT 2.0 : AN ENHANCED VERSION WITH SUPERIOR REPLAY FEATURES
Golfonaut has now expanded the app’s functionalities by adding a new 3D modeling feature. With Golfonaut 2.0, golfers can record their strikes and putts by simply tapping the app before each swing – Once activated, Golfonaut records the golfer’s position, swing speed and accuracy, allowing them to determine if their gameplay is effective. Afterwards, the round is available as a detailed and realistic 3D modeled- replay; useful not only for analysis, but also for sharing with family and friends.
In addition to this revolutionary replay aspect, Golfonaut 2.0 will make several additional improvements, including:
Advanced performance coaching: fairway hits, green hits, club distances, and so much more Integrated health data- Golfonaut’s data contributes to daily steps and activity in Apple Watch’s activity “ring” system A visual makeover for a sleek new interface Continued commitment to data confidentiality : customer health data is never saved in the app, and all information exchanges are secure Maps of 35,000 golf courses worldwide including 15,000 courses in the US Updated precision metrics: swing speed, distance and accuracy for each strike in addition to overall score
“My hope is that the Golfonaut app will encourage users to improve their game, and spend more time on the course.”, ]says Remi, “Golf is a sport that can be enjoyed at any age, and our goal with Golfonaut is to expand access by providing top-notch data for amateur players, allowing everyone to experience the joy that comes with a great round of golf.”
Golfonaut 2.0 will be available on the App Store starting on April 24, 2023.
PRESS CONTACT :
Katrina Perito, on behalf of Golfonaut : Katrina.perito@businessfrance.fr
ABOUT GOLFONAUT
Founded in 2018, Golfonaut is a French startup aiming to provide high-quality data and replays for golf amateurs via their app. Using Apple Watch technology, Golfonaut records player position, strike speed and accuracy, allowing amateurs access to performance data. Available as a monthly subscription, Golfonaut has been widely downloaded in France and has a 4.4/5 star average review on the App Store. For more information : https://www.golfonaut.io
ABOUT BUSINESS FRANCE
Business France is the French agency supporting the international development of the French economy, responsible for fostering export growth by French businesses, as well as promoting and facilitating international investment in France. Business France positions itself not only as a promoter of French Trade in the United States but also as an accelerator of the export and development of French SME’s and Startup’s in innovative industries. Business France also manages the V.I.E. program (Young executive program). Business France has 1500 colleagues located in France and 58 counties throughout the world. It uses a network of both public and private partners.
