Precision and Connectivity Drive a Better Golf Game

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Published July 29, 2025

Sports technology is about precision and connectivity, and in the game of golf, this is reaching new heights. Whether you’re tracking a golfer’s swing or mapping a course in real time, the demand for smarter, more responsive systems is reshaping how athletes train and compete. This week’s New Tech Tuesdays explores how GNSS modules and Bluetooth^® 5 modules enable a new era of automation for golfers of all levels.

Accuracy is everything in golf, especially on the fairways and greens where every inch can influence a shot’s outcome. Advanced positioning technology enables systems to precisely track ball landings, player movements, and club paths, offering valuable insights that can elevate performance and strategy. With high-resolution location data, golfers can better understand shot dispersion, optimize club selection, and refine their technique with confidence.

Modern positioning systems also offer rapid signal acquisition, ensuring that data are available almost instantly. This responsiveness is crucial for real-time feedback during practice sessions or competitive play. These compact and energy-efficient technologies can be seamlessly integrated into smart golf equipment and wearable devices, delivering powerful analytics without disrupting the natural rhythm of the game.

For a more connected golf experience, wireless communication plays a vital role in delivering real-time insights. Low-power, high-efficiency Bluetooth technology enables seamless data transfer from embedded sensors in clubs, launch monitors, or even golf balls. This allows for instant transmission of key performance metrics—like swing speed, club angle, angle of attack (AoA), and impact force—directly to mobile apps or cloud platforms.

Modern wireless systems support advanced features like direction finding and over-the-air updates, ensuring that devices stay accurate, up-to-date, and responsive. Mesh networking capabilities further enhance the experience by allowing multiple devices to communicate simultaneously, creating a fully integrated ecosystem across the course. This connectivity empowers players and coaches with immediate feedback, helping to refine technique and improve performance with every swing.

This week’s New Tech Tuesdays highlights GNSS and Bluetooth 5 modules from u-blox that enable advanced positioning, reliable wireless connectivity, fast data transfer, simultaneous communication, and real-time updates across multiple devices. The MAX-F10S standard precision GNSS module boosts accuracy in positioning applications and offers robust RF interference resilience. With dual-band L1/L5 GNSS reception and advanced multipath mitigation, the MAX-F10S is purpose-built for precision in dense urban environments. Its compact form factor and compatibility with previous MAX generations make it a seamless upgrade for vehicle tracking, micromobility, and industrial navigation systems. And thanks to u-blox’s rigorous manufacturing standards, engineers can rely on consistent, high-integrity performance across every deployment.

The u-blox ANNA-B112-01B stand-alone Bluetooth 5 module brings superior connectivity while delivering flexibility at scale. With support for Bluetooth mesh, near-field communication (NFC™), and simultaneous central and peripheral roles, it’s engineered for the evolving demands of the Internet of Things (IoT), wearables, and industrial automation. Built on the Nordic nRF52832 system-on-chip (SoC) and preloaded with u-connectXpress software, it simplifies development while enabling secure, low-power wireless communication.

As industries push toward smarter, more connected systems, the combination of the MAX-F10S and ANNA-B112-01B offers a powerful foundation, precise positioning, and seamless communication in one compact, scalable solution.

As golf tech continues to evolve, the fusion of precision GNSS and robust Bluetooth connectivity is setting a new standard that supports smarter, more responsive sports performance systems. Whether designing the next generation of swing analyzers or building a connected training platform, these modules offer the tools to drive performance and innovation from the factory floor to the fairway.