Approach G12 - Recent Threads

RE: Do you have to download your scores after every round of golf or does the G12 store a couple?

Garmin - LF — Fri, 14 Aug 2026 18:16:29 GMT

Hello 2223997 The G12 should be able to store roughly around 5-10 rounds between syncing. But the number of rounds will depend on the available storage space on the device: https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=4UUtornKTwAedJDRhvZmY7&partNumber=010-02555-00&searchQuery=storage&tab=topics&textPage=1

Do you have to download your scores after every round of golf or does the G12 store a couple?

2223997 — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:19:47 GMT

How many rounds of golf does the Garmin G12 store before I have to download the saved rounds?

RE: Do you have to download your scores after every round of golf or does the G12 store a couple?

2223997 — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:58:09 GMT

Will it store multiple rounds? I might be playing 2 rounds in 1 day and not have time to sync my first round.

RE: Do you have to download your scores after every round of golf or does the G12 store a couple?

Christian_ODQA — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:10:43 GMT

The G12 will store your scorecards onto the device, but it is best to sync your scorecard after your round via Garmin Express or the Garmin Golf app on your smartphone.

RE: El Robledal Golf changed course, so I would like to knoe how to ask garmin to update course map.

Christian_ODQA — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 20:09:47 GMT

If a course has changed, but the device isn't seeing the changes the first thing you want to do is update the mapping on your G12. To update you would want to use Garmin Express, the following link will walk you through how to perform these updates.

https://support.garmin.com/en-US/?faq=1MNU4rGtXT98VysfHA86q6&productID=739416&tab=topics&topFaq=true

After updating try out the course again and see how it performs. If the course information still is not showing correctly then our cartography team would need a Golf Course Report Form filled out. The form can be found in the below link.

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/forms/golfcourses/

El Robledal Golf changed course, so I would like to knoe how to ask garmin to update course map.

5730781 — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 19:40:21 GMT

El Robledal Golf changed course, so I would like to knoe how to ask garmin to update course map.

Course PAR changed and some holes changed as well. I would like Garmin to update maps

G12 round summary missing

4249914 — Thu, 20 Jun 2024 14:20:43 GMT

My G12 recently stopped showing a summary when ending a round and wants to just power off. Is there a setting to re-enable the summary?

RE: G12 round summary missing

2004729 — Tue, 27 Jan 2026 05:38:35 GMT

If your G12 no longer shows the round summary and instead powers off immediately when a round ends, this is usually caused by a settings change rather than a hardware fault. Check the device or game settings for an option related to end-of-round summary, match recap, or auto power off, as these can sometimes disable the summary screen. Also review any recent firmware or software updates, since updates may reset or alter default behaviors. Re-enabling the summary or turning off automatic shutdown should restore the normal end-of-round displa

Approach G12 System Software 5.10

Garmin-Brooks — Mon, 26 Jan 2026 20:03:22 GMT

Hello Approach G12 users,

We have fully released Software Version 5.10 for the Approach G12. This is now 100% live.

Changes since 5.00:

Fixed issue to ensure we use teebox, par and handicap data from downloaded auto course update files.
Fixed issue with front/back dots not showing on Green on main golf page.

CT10 Sensors being discontinued.

6844899 — Mon, 26 Aug 2024 18:17:11 GMT

I just tried to purchase a full set of CT10 sensors on the Garmin site. There was no option to add the full set (14 sensors) to the cart, only the starter set. I opened a chat with Garmin, and was told that these are being discontinued. I asked about a newer version coming out, or another option, and was told that there is nothing planned. Does anybody have any further information? I ordered a set from Amazon, but these seem like a popular item to just discontinue without a replacement.

RE: CT10 Sensors being discontinued.

4526899 — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:14:46 GMT

Many thanks for your very prompt and helpful reply, it's greatly appreciated.

RE: CT10 Sensors being discontinued.

4526899 — Sun, 10 Aug 2025 11:12:55 GMT

Many thanks for your helpful and very prompt response. It's greatly appreciated

RE: CT10 Sensors being discontinued.

6844899 — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:26:24 GMT

I have a Super Stroke grip on my putter, and I couldn't screw in the sensor. I ended up just drilling out the end. I forgot the diameter that ended up working, but I just started small and worked my way up until I found the one that worked.

RE: CT10 Sensors being discontinued.

4526899 — Sat, 09 Aug 2025 18:20:28 GMT

Hi - I have an Odyssey Jailbird Mini and wanting to attach the Garmin CT10 Tag to it, but it won’t fully screw in, as it has the counterweight in the end of the grip. Any suggestions?

RE: After linking Garmin Approach12 to Garmin app on phone, Can not locate any golfcourses

Garmin-Cody — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 21:59:13 GMT

Update your device via Garmin Express installed to a home Windows or Mac computer following the steps outlined on the support page linked here: Update Golf Courses and Device Software on an Approach Golf Device

After linking Garmin Approach12 to Garmin app on phone, Can not locate any golfcourses

3992796 — Sun, 01 Jun 2025 23:03:34 GMT

After linking approach to garmin app I can not find any golf courses.. When standing on two previously found golf courses trying to get Garmin on, I am notified that "No Courses found."

several times. How do I fix?

"Cannot Unlock Maps" error

8986265 — Wed, 07 May 2025 14:58:33 GMT

I updated to software version 5.00 last weekend. Went to play on Tuesday, got a "Cannot Unlock Maps" error

I have uninstalled and re-installed Garmin Express on my Windows laptop, and while Express shows my device connected, repeated attemps to "refresh" fail to sync my device

I did a reset to factory values using the 'settings' menu on the device, figured that I would re-load all maps like day 1, but still cannot get a 'refresh' to Express

I need help

Andy in KC

RE: "Cannot Unlock Maps" error

8986265 — Fri, 09 May 2025 01:46:01 GMT

Before i seeing this, I did a similar process. Let everything sit until evening. I had already deleted the device from Garmin Express.

Restarted my computer, opened Garmin Express, and re-connected my Approach G12. This time the 'spinning wheel' went around for about 30 seconds, recognized the device, and gave me the option to reload courses.

I drove to a course today and tested - working again.

Unlikely to ever know the cause, but it all is working. Thank you, Cody, for your assistance

Andy in KC

RE: "Cannot Unlock Maps" error

Garmin-Cody — Thu, 08 May 2025 21:38:38 GMT

While you Approach S12 is connected to your computer, open the GARMIN folder for the device storage drive on the watch > Then below all of the sub-folders you will see files listed. Delete the files starting with the letters "gmap" > Then close eject the watch from the computer and disconnect > Then power your Approach S12 off.

On your computer, open the Garmin Express program without the S12 connected > Then right-click where your S12 is showing on the device home screen in Express and select the "Remove from Express" > Then close out of the Express program.

Reconnect your Approach S12 to your computer > Open Garmin Express > Select "Add Device" > Sign in and complete the device setup screens to re-add your watch to the program > Then after the device setup you should see the course updates showing available to fresh install back to your watch.

After the install, close Express and eject your S12 from the computer > Test and see if the courses now load properly and you should no longer see any map alerts when the watch is powered on.

If you are still seeing issues with Express loading, restart your computer and upon reboot of the computer, log back in and the Express program should resume functioning as expected.

Contact Garmin Support if you need assistance further or if the concern continues.

RE: "Cannot Unlock Maps" error

8986265 — Wed, 07 May 2025 20:35:59 GMT

The "Garmin" switched to the date screen after approx 10 min. However when I connect to Garmin Express now it has a green dot indicating that it is communicating with my device. However I get an infinite spinning wheel with the message "Refresh to check for updates"

RE: "Cannot Unlock Maps" error

8986265 — Wed, 07 May 2025 15:22:08 GMT

I followed instructions from a similar device's forum, deleted the .img files suggested using my Windows laptop, then re-started the device. Now it locks up during the re-boot, never getting past the screen that says "Garmin". What next? Very frustrating

RE: I have been blocked from downloading this app please can you assist

seilogramp — Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:19:01 GMT

What app?

I have been blocked from downloading this app please can you assist

3911219 — Thu, 27 Mar 2025 07:26:25 GMT

I have been blocked from downloading this app please can you assist

Course update frequency

prairie_boy — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 05:24:09 GMT

We are a long-time Garmin family ... with numerous running/fitness/lifestyle watches enjoyed by all of us. I need to upgrade my golf watch and would love to get a S70 ... but instead I am considering switching to a completely different brand.

Why? Because Garmin's course update policy makes their watches only useful some of the time.

I have been told that Garmin provides course updates 'periodically' (3 times per year), in spring, summer and autumn. Not very good for those of us in the southern hemisphere who golf year-round (including all through the North American winter!). Why would I want to wait 6 months until the North American spring?

The value of a golf watch resides in the accuracy of the course information. Our course was updated more than 3 months ago ... and I am still waiting for Garmin to reflect the changes. Quite disappointing.

My question: when will Garmin increase the frequency of its course updates??

RE: Course update frequency

prairie_boy — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 20:35:21 GMT

STILL not fixed.