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Top Highlights from PGA Show 2026
Fast snapshot:Golf simulation wasnât just present at the 2026 PGA Show â it was the main event. Compared to five years ago, the floor has shifted dramatically, with more simulator and launch monitor booths than ever, and a clear signal that golf tech now drives where the industry is headed.
- The rise of indoor golf: Compared to just a few years ago, the presence of simulator-focused booths was impossible to miss. Indoor golf has moved from niche to mainstream, with meaningful investment across hardware, software, and complete simulator experiences.
- Strong brand partnerships: One of the biggest highlights of the week was the quality of conversations with our brand partners. Thereâs clear alignment across the industry around improving the customer experience and delivering better value to golfers at every level.
- Exciting products on the horizon: While not every announcement was flashy, many of the products previewed point toward smarter, more accessible solutions that bring strong performance and value to the end consumer.
- Our home base with ProTee: Sharing the booth with ProTee and hosting activity throughout the week was a standout experience. From demos to conversations to the closest-to-the-pin contest, it was a great reminder of why community and collaboration matter in this space.
- TrackMan 4 joining our lineup: TM4 brings industry-leading radar tracking into our offering for customers who need true outdoor ball flight, environmental normalization, and tour-level data â especially coaches, fitters, and high-performance players.
- Exceptionally refined commercial software: TrackManâs software ecosystem continues to stand out for commercial operators, with polished UI/UX, powerful session management, and tools that make running a simulator business more efficient and scalable.
- The rise of TrackMan iO for indoor golf: The iO reflects the broader investment weâre seeing from major brands in indoor golf. Purpose-built for ceiling-mounted installs, it delivers TrackManâs trusted data in a form factor that fits modern simulator bays and high-end commercial spaces.
- Approach G82âs hybrid role: The G82 stands out as a true crossover device â combining a handheld GPS with launch monitor functionality. Itâs designed for golfers who want real-time distance validation, club gapping, and ball speed insights directly on the range or course, without committing to a full simulator setup.
- Garmin continues to be intentional about where each product fits. The G82 targets on-course feedback and range sessions, while the R10 and R50 serve golfers looking to bring practice and play indoors.
- Garminâs strength remains its broader golf ecosystem. Devices like the G82 feel like natural extensions of Garminâs GPS and app experience, rather than standalone tech that requires stitching together multiple platforms.
- One Integrated Team: Revelyst Golf Technology, and the integration of the Bushnell Golf and Foresight Sports lineup really paves the way for a more integrated product strategy. This will make things much more clear to the consumer on which launch monitor will be best for their use case.
- New course play software: The biggest takeaway from the booth was Foresightâs new course play experience. The graphics represent a meaningful step forward and suggest a focused effort to modernize and refine the gameplay side of their ecosystem.
- Commitment to software evolution: Foresight appears to recognize that software is now a major differentiator in the simulator space. This shift toward improving UI, visuals, and overall usability is a positive signal for both home users and commercial facilities.
- Hardware consistency across the lineup: While there were no hardware launches, Foresight continues to lean into what itâs known for â premium accuracy and reliable performance across both portable and overhead launch monitor options.
- AIMY AI shot analysis: Uneekorâs forthcoming AI-driven analysis tool aims to enhance the playing and practice experience by delivering more contextual feedback on each shot, moving beyond raw numbers into actionable insights.
- GameDay software experience: GameDay stood out visually, with impressive graphics and a polished playing experience that reinforces Uneekorâs commitment to owning the full simulator workflow rather than relying solely on third-party software.
- Customer-first mindset: Beyond products, Uneekor continues to differentiate itself through its focus on customer experience and long-term partnerships â something we value and experience firsthand as a trusted Uneekor partner.
- Mevo Gen2 Range launch: The new Gen2 Range platform introduces enhanced capabilities tailored specifically for outdoor and driving range applications, reinforcing FlightScopeâs long-standing strength in radar tracking and large-scale installations.
- Range-first positioning: Unlike portable consumer launch monitors, the Mevo Gen2 Range is clearly aimed at commercial operators looking to add meaningful shot data, engagement, and analytics across multiple hitting stations.
- Radar expertise at scale: FlightScope continues to differentiate itself through radar technology that performs reliably in open-air environments, making it well-suited for facilities prioritizing outdoor data capture and player development.
- ProTee VX as a proven overhead solution: ProTee continues to anchor its lineup around the VX, an overhead launch monitor that has earned a strong reputation for reliability and performance in both home and commercial simulator environments.
- Golf Core software preview: Golf Core represents a significant investment in the simulator experience itself, with a clear emphasis on immersion, visuals, and gameplay flow. The preview suggests ProTee is aiming to deliver one of the most engaging in-home course play experiences when it launches later this year.
- ProTee Labs and swing cameras: The booth also showcased ProTee Labs and their swing camera technology, reinforcing ProTeeâs broader ecosystem approach that blends shot data, visual feedback, and player development tools.
- Shared commitment to the simulator experience: Our partnership with ProTee reflects a shared focus on building high-quality, thoughtfully designed simulator setups â not just selling components, but creating complete experiences.
- Square Golf Omni: The Omni introduces both indoor and outdoor capability, expanding Squareâs appeal to golfers who want a single launch monitor that can move between environments.
- Momentum from 2025: Squareâs strong adoption last year set the stage for this release, and the Omni feels like a logical evolution rather than a departure from what made the platform popular.
- Value as a differentiator: By extending its use cases beyond indoor-only simulation, Square is leaning into flexibility and simplicity alongside a very friendly price-point â two factors that continue to resonate with golfers entering the simulator space.
- MLM2PRO momentum: Rapsodo continues to build around the MLM2PRO as a highly accessible launch monitor, particularly for golfers looking to blend outdoor practice, indoor sessions, and simulation without a complex setup.
- Ceiling-mounted launch monitor preview: The introduction of a ceiling-mounted concept signals a meaningful step for Rapsodo, moving from portable-first products into fixed indoor installations â a space traditionally dominated by higher-end systems.
- Expanding use cases: This shift suggests Rapsodo is actively exploring how to serve golfers who start with portable devices but eventually want a more permanent simulator experience.
- Apogee overhead launch monitor: TruGolf continues to position Apogee as its flagship ceiling-mounted launch monitor, designed for permanent simulator installations where consistency, coverage, and reliability matter most.
- APEX course play software: Ongoing improvements to APEX reinforce TruGolfâs investment in immersive course play, with a clear focus on visuals, gameplay flow, and an engaging simulator experience for both home users and commercial facilities.
- R.A.N.G.E. practice platform: TruGolfâs R.A.N.G.E. product adds a complementary layer to their ecosystem, delivering scalable shot tracking and practice-focused data for driving ranges, academies, and training environments.
- Immersion through physical design: The scale of TruGolfâs bay and impact screen served as a reminder that immersion isnât just software-deep â physical build quality and visual presentation remain core to a compelling simulator experience.
- Proven full-system approach: Full Swing continues to emphasize complete simulator solutions that bundle hardware, software, and support into a single, cohesive offering.
- Polished course play experience: The software experience remains a key part of Full Swingâs appeal, with a smooth, visually consistent course play environment designed to feel premium and reliable.
- Positioning at the high end: Full Swing maintains a strong presence in the luxury simulator space, appealing to customers who value brand legacy, turnkey installs, and a no-compromise experience.
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TrackMan at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: TrackMan continues to set the benchmark for golf tracking technology. With the addition of TrackMan 4 to the Rain or Shine lineup alongside the TrackMan iO, our offering now spans both outdoor and indoor use cases at the highest level. Together, TM4 and iO give us the ability to support everyone from elite players and instructors to commercial facilities and serious home users looking for best-in-class performance.
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Garmin at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot:Garminâs presence at the 2026 PGA Show felt less about chasing the high-end golf simulator arms race and more about expanding how golfers interact with launch monitor data. With products like the Approach G82, Garmin continues to blur the line between GPS devices and launch monitors â offering practical, on-course data tools alongside its more familiar simulator-focused options like the R50 and R10.
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Foresight & Bushnell at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: Foresightâs presence at the 2026 PGA Show made it clear that the brand is placing a renewed emphasis on the software experience that surrounds its launch monitor hardware. With the unveiling of a new course play platform featuring noticeably improved graphics and visual fidelity, Foresight is signaling a long-term investment in elevating how golfers interact with their data and gameplay â not just how accurately itâs captured.
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Uneekor at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: Uneekor continues to establish itself as a leader in overhead launch monitor technology, with a clear focus on building a tightly integrated hardware and software ecosystem. At the 2026 PGA Show, the emphasis was on whatâs next for the Uneekor platform â including the upcoming launch of AIMY, an AI-powered shot analysis tool, and continued investment in GameDay, their in-house course play and practice software.
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FlightScope at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: FlightScopeâs focus at the 2026 PGA Show centered on expanding its presence in outdoor practice and driving range environments. With the announcement of the Mevo Gen2 Range, FlightScope is doubling down on radar-based tracking solutions designed to support scalable, data-driven range experiences rather than traditional home simulator use.
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ProTee at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: ProTee played a central role in our PGA Show experience this year, serving as our home base on the show floor and the foundation for our closest-to-the-pin simulator giveaway. Beyond the booth buildout itself, ProTeeâs focus for 2026 highlights continuity on the hardware side with the trusted ProTee VX, paired with a major step forward in software immersion through the announcement of Golf Core, a new course play experience launching later this year.
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Square Golf at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: Square Golf arrived at the 2026 PGA Show building on the momentum it created in 2025, with a growing presence and a clear next step for the brand. The announcement of the Square Golf Omni extends the lineup beyond indoor-only use, positioning Square as a more versatile option for golfers who want flexibility between indoor practice and outdoor sessions.
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Rapsodo at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: Rapsodoâs presence at the 2026 PGA Show highlighted the brandâs continued push to expand beyond entry-level launch monitor use cases. While the MLM2PRO remains the cornerstone of their lineup, Rapsodo also previewed a ceiling-mounted launch monitor concept aimed at bringing their technology into more permanent indoor and simulator-focused environments later this year.
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TruGolf at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: TruGolfâs booth was one of the most visually striking on the show floor, anchored by a massive impact screen that emphasized scale and immersion. For 2026, TruGolfâs focus spans both premium indoor simulation and scalable practice environments â highlighting the Apogee overhead launch monitor, continued development of APEX course play software, and the growing role of R.A.N.G.E. as a data-driven solution for practice and facility use.
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Full Swing at PGA Show 2026: Whatâs New
Fast snapshot: Full Swingâs presence at the 2026 PGA Show reinforced its position as a premium, full-system simulator provider with deep roots in both the professional and residential markets. Rather than introducing new hardware, the focus was on showcasing the strength and stability of the Full Swing ecosystem and the refined experience it delivers for golfers looking for an all-in-one solution.
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More Notable Takeaways From The Show
AboutGolf: One of Those âYou Had to See Itâ Booths
If you walked by the AboutGolf booth, you probably stopped â even if just for a second. Their setup featured a five-projector, multi-curved screen installation that was genuinely hard to ignore. Itâs one of those builds that reminds you how far custom golf simulation can be pushed when budget, space, and engineering are essentially non-constraints.
This isnât the kind of simulator most golfers are putting in their basement, but thatâs kind of the point. AboutGolf operates at the very top end of the custom install world, and their booth felt more like a showcase of whatâs possible than a product pitch.
It was a fun reminder that while most home builds are about balance and practicality, thereâs still a place in the industry for jaw-dropping, no-compromise simulator design.
BenQ Projectors
We spent time checking in with BenQ to see how their projector lineup continues to evolve for golf simulation. From brightness and clarity to flexible mounting options, it was a good reminder of how critical projection quality is to the overall simulator experience.
Gaming PC & Hardware Partners
We also connected with several gaming PC and hardware suppliers to talk performance, reliability, and real-world simulator demands. As software becomes more advanced, the role of a properly specâd, purpose-built PC continues to grow in importance.
Nvisage, Idra, HD Golf, as well as many other launch monitor brands
Presence on the floor highlighted the growing focus on premium simulator technology and visual presentation. Their work reinforces how much thoughtful design and finish can elevate a simulator from functional to truly immersive.
Turf & Flooring Solutions
From hitting surfaces to full turf installs, we checked in with several turf and flooring providers to see how materials and construction continue to improve. The quality of the hitting area and surrounding turf remains one of the most overlooked â yet impactful â parts of a simulator build.
Industry Friends & Partners
Beyond booths and products, one of the best parts of the week was catching up with friends across the golf and simulator industry. These conversations â on the floor and after hours â are where a lot of the real insight and collaboration happens.
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