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Garmin Forerunner 570/970 get Silent Mode and golf features in v17.33

Marty S.

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The mid-tier just got more interesting: Garmin’s Forerunner 970 and Forerunner 570 picked up golf features in v17.33—club tracking and Green View—plus Silent Mode that actually works this time.

Marty’s Take:

If you were about to pull the trigger on a Garmin Fenix 8 Pro strictly for trail navigation, hold off. Version 17.33 gives the Garmin Forerunner 970 multi-coordinate support and meaningful nav upgrades that close real ground on Garmin’s flagship outdoor line. Before spending the difference, check our FTT Comparison Guides — the gap just got a lot harder to justify.

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Marty S.

Marty S.

Marty is a contributor at Fitness Tech Trends, focused on helping readers cut through the noise and make informed decisions about fitness technology. He dives deep into product comparisons, analyzes features that actually matter, and breaks down technical specs into practical insights. Whether readers are choosing between heart rate monitors, deciding on recovery tools, or figuring out which smartwatch fits their training style, Marty aims to provide straightforward, no-hype guidance. When he’s not researching the latest gear, he’s probably testing theories about what makes certain products stick while others fade into the gadget graveyard.