8.5.2
2024-04-17
* NEW: Introducing SwingU TV, a dynamic entertainment hub packed with insightful tips, engaging drills, and valuable resources designed to improve your game both on and off the golf course
* NEW: Access at-a-glance distances to critical hazards and obstacles on Apple Watch
* NEW: Support for Apple Watch devices running WatchOS9 (Series 4 and up)
* Bug fixes and performance improvements
8.5.1
2024-04-03
* NEW: Strokes Gained users can now track miss direction for drives
* NEW: Register and sign in via Google
* Bug fixes and performance improvements
8.5.0
2024-03-19
Introducing an ALL-NEW Apple Watch Experience! This release includes significant improvements to performance and a modernized look-and-feel making for the best Apple Watch in golf.
* Completely Revamped Interface: Experience a brand new look and feel with new data screens and a unified action menu
* Unbreakable Connection: Enjoy rock-solid connectivity and accuracy
* Effortless Scoring: Redesigned score entry interface makes keeping score faster and easier
* Track Your Shots Like a Pro: Learn your distances with advanced shot tracking
* Strokes Gained on Watch: For the first time ever, you can input SG scores directly on your watch
* Fitness at Your Fingertips: Monitor your output with a dedicated fitness tracking screen
* End Your Round in Style: Finish your round directly from your watch
8.4.5
2024-03-05
* Introducing at-a-glance distances to important hazards and bunkers to help you strategize like a Tour pro
* Enabling users to manually update slope and course rating for any course
* Bug fixes and performance improvements
8.4.4
2024-02-09
*Minor bug fixes
8.4.3
2024-02-07
*SwingU Pro Shop has been added to the menu!
*Minor bug fixes
8.4.0
2023-11-20
- Updated styling and menus on the GPS screen
- Ability to change round date and round type post-round
- New Apple Watch homescreen
8.3.2
2023-10-23
*Minor bug fixes
8.3.1
2023-09-26
*Minor bug fixes
8.3.0
2023-09-11
This 8.3.0 release is an initial step to releasing major updates and improvements to the in-app stats experience (to be enabled soon). Specifics will include:
* An improved, better organized, and easier to navigate Stats tab
* Improved charting and stats visualizations
* Enhanced ability to analyze your game and pinpoint strengths and weaknesses via the easiest-to-use Strokes Gained platform on the market
* Minor bug fixes
8.2.0
2023-08-14
This release includes:
- Moved the "more" menu from the top right to the main navigation bar at the bottom of the screen
- Login and authentication improvements
- Misc. watch bug fixes
- Misc. iPhone bug fixes
8.1.0
2023-08-01
In this release, we have revamped the way you start a round, with a focus on making this workflow more seamless, intuitive, and easier than ever to get your round underway. More specifically it includes:
* A newly designed "Start Round" screen and related screens
* Improved flows to select tees, add players to your round and apply handicaps
* Several minor bug fixes
8.0.3
2023-07-06
*Minor bug fixes
8.0.2
2023-06-01
* Green reading maps added to course explorer
* Minor bug fixes
8.0.1
2023-04-17
* Minor bug fixes
8.0.0
2023-04-05
This 8.0.0 release includes major updates and culminates numerous improvements released over the last several months. Specifics include:
* New and improved home screen for easy view of key data about your game and navigation to core parts of the app
* Improved Drills library navigation with 50 new performance practice drills
* New course selection screen within the "Play" experience
* New tee selection screen within the "Play" experience
* Minor bug fixes
7.8.4
2023-03-07
* Improved onboarding to Plus & Pro features
7.8.3
2023-03-01
SwingU Premium is now SwingU Pro with all the same subscriber benefits - and more to come!
7.8.2
2023-02-21
This release includes various performance and reliability improvements to the Watch, including:
* Improved GPS responsiveness / time to display distances
* Improved connectivity between the iPhone and Watch when starting a round
* A more reliable “End round” experience from the Watch
* A fix for the issues some users have encountered with the Watch app launching on its own
* A fix for shot tracking duplicates
* A new Settings screen in the phone app to manage various Watch settings, giving you more control over your own experience
* Ability to toggle off auto-opening of the Watch app upon starting a round
* Ability to toggle fitness tracking on/off
* Ability to turn down GPS responsiveness to save battery.
** Note that we are still working to improve battery performance on older watch models **
7.6.7
2022-10-19
*Minor bug fixes
7.6.6
2022-10-05
*Added tournament and qualifier indicators on round lists
*Minor bug fixes
7.6.5
2022-09-20
* Added ability to filter relative handicaps by last 10 rounds / compare to all time
* Redesigned settings and profile screens
7.6.4
2022-09-06
*Redesigned app start, login and registration screens
*Performance improvements to Hole Insights view
*Minor bug fixes
7.6.3
2022-07-25
* Added support for Qualifier round type
* Minor bug fixes
7.6.2
2022-06-07
* Green Reading Maps are now available when using Tournament Mode.
* Minor bug fixes.
7.6.1
2022-05-17
* Enhanced load times of Green Reading Maps.
7.6.0
2022-05-03
SwingU Premium is excited to introduce our Green Reading Maps feature
Free Users now have access to all of our game types
Minor bug fixes
7.5.4
2022-03-29
Added in Local and Adjusted Handicaps
Bug fixes including fixes to club deletion and minor crash
7.5.3
2022-02-18
Fix for Wind Speed Issue
7.5.2
2022-02-02
In this release SwingU has provided a redesigned User's Profile. This update provides a sleeker look, the ability to add a profile image, and access to "My Stuff" which includes the user's Target Handicap, Golf Clubs, and Friends.
Also within this release are minor bug fixed to Start Round Screen, and bandwidth improvements.
7.5.0
2021-12-21
We're now offering a tier for golfers who want to own their game, at an even lower price. Introducing SwingU Plus, our AI-powered digital caddie platform with the following:
• “Plays like” yardages using live wind speed & elevation
• Club recommendations based off your club distances, shot tracking, wind speed & elevation
• Hole insights – your hole stats vs. all SwingU golfers, showing your tendencies for strategic decision making
• Hole notes – record notes / reminders per hole and reference those notes next time you play the course
• Enhanced scorecard & stats – record your score, putts, driver accuracy, bunker play, and penalty tracking and get detailed round summaries revealing strengths and weaknesses
To purchase, you must update to this version of the app!
7.4.0
2021-10-05
- Games are BACK! We apologize for the inconvenience but games are back in the app exactly how they were prior to removing them.
- We've added a wind direction arrow in that will tell you the direction of the wind while you're on the course. The arrow is relative to the hole layout shown on the screen, and DOES NOT use the internal hardware to determine which way you are facing.
- When saving a round using the Versus scorecard, you will now be directed to the strokes gained analysis for that round.
- We've updated our minimum iOS version to support iOS 14. If you are on an earlier version, please update your iPhone to 14 or later!
- Other bugs and small enhancements.
7.3.10
2021-09-11
An urgent fix to tournament mode.
7.2.9
2021-01-14
Minor fix for a crash occurring when navigating to the Performance tab.
7.2.8
2021-01-12
Some minor improvements and bug fixes. Specifically, completing a round now redirects you to Performance > Rounds & Handicap.
7.2.7
2021-01-07
Minor bug fixes and improvements.
7.2.6
2020-12-09
Fix for crash happening for some users when navigating to Performance tab
7.2.5
2020-12-02
*A fix to a crash happening to some users.
With the introduction of Versus, we brought Tour-Level Stats into the app available to all SwingU Premium subscribers. In this update, we've made it easier to see your rounds and handicap in a single view - now located in the Performance Tab. You can now see all of your Versus data in the Detailed scorecard view in your round. Lastly, we've addressed some minor bugs around the Versus scorecard.
7.2.4
2020-11-25
*A fix to a crash happening to some users.
With the introduction of Versus, we brought Tour-Level Stats into the app available to all SwingU Premium subscribers. In this update, we've made it easier to see your rounds and handicap in a single view - now located in the Performance Tab. You can now see all of your Versus data in the Detailed scorecard view in your round. Lastly, we've addressed some minor bugs around the Versus scorecard.
7.2.3
2020-11-24
With the introduction of Versus, we brought Tour-Level Stats into the app available to all SwingU Premium subscribers. In this update, we've made it easier to see your rounds and handicap in a single view - now located in the Performance Tab. You can now see all of your Versus data in the Detailed scorecard view in your round. Lastly, we've addressed some minor bugs around the Versus scorecard.
7.2.1
2020-09-29
Introducing SwingU Versus, an integrated strokes gained analysis system available to SwingU Premium subscribers that tracks and analyzes every facet of your game from tee to green.
7.2.0
2020-09-23
Introducing SwingU Versus, an integrated strokes gained analysis system available to SwingU Premium subscribers that tracks and analyzes every facet of your game from tee to green.
7.0.35
2020-09-10
Fix to cosmetic issue in Clubhouse
7.0.34
2020-09-08
Adjustment to Clubhouse Module
Minor bug fixes
7.0.33
2020-08-17
Adjustment To Clubhouse Feed View
Minor Cosmetic Adjustments
7.0.32
2020-08-06
Issue With App Crashing Resolved
Minor Cosmetic Adjustment in Clubhouse
In-Round Prompt Adjustment
7.0.30
2020-07-29
Update to push notification service
7.0.29
2020-06-26
Fix To Main Module View In iOS 12
7.0.28
2020-06-24
Change ‘m’ to ‘mph’ and ‘9I’ to “9 Iron”
Scorecard symbology based on Gross Score
Fix to “0’s” for pars and HCP on previously played rounds
Scorecard - Columns Cut Off With More Than 4 Players on Scorecard
Minor cosmetic adjustment to Course Names and Today's Tip
App hangs for free users when viewing historical rounds
Apple Watch data compression
Cancel Track Shot Button Adjusted
Fix to Double Refresh In Filtered Videos
7.0.26
2020-05-28
Improvements To Apple Watch
Improvements to Clubhouse
7.0.25
2020-05-11
Improved Flow Of Filters In Instruction
Apple Watch Gen 1 Functionality Improvement
Minor Cosmetic Adjustments
7.0.24
2020-04-29
Improvements to Apple Watch - Including Use of HealthKit Features
Update To Navigation Bar - Play Golf
Adjustment To the Instruction Module
Add Caption To Insights To Describe Rounds Used In Player's Hole Stats
7.0.23
2020-03-03
The golf news you need is now in the app you love. Our new home screen is your new front page for the latest headlines from the Tour and content from the best instructors in the game.
We have also been working hard on improving the app that you love. There are minor bug fixes that are included for a better experience while on the course, or enjoying content from our top instructors.
7.0.22
2020-02-10
Update to Apple Watch resolving a sync issue with round/hole change.
7.0.21
2020-01-27
Fixes to Apple Watch End Round Functionality
Adjustments to World Handicap Calculations
Minor Cosmetic Fixes
7.0.20
2020-01-21
Improvements to the Course Search
Cosmetic Improvements
Minor Bug Fixes
7.0.19
2019-12-03
In this update, we’re excited to launch a brand new on-course feature, Hole Insights. Hole Insights will allow you to:
- View your stats on each hole at your favorite courses
- See where you stack up among all SwingU Golfers
- Take multiple notes on individual holes
- Fix a bug causing distances to freeze in-round
7.0.18
2019-11-26
In this update, we’re excited to launch a brand new on-course feature, Hole Insights. Hole Insights will allow you to:
- View your stats on each hole at your favorite courses
- See where you stack up among all SwingU Golfers
- Take multiple notes on individual holes
Feedback is encouraged! Any and all Hole Insights feedback can be sent to product@swingu.com
7.0.17
2019-11-13
In this update:
• Minor bug fixes
7.0.16
2019-11-07
In this update:
• Minor bug fixes and enhancements
7.0.15
2019-10-31
In this update:
• Fix for increased battery and data usage
7.0.14
2019-10-25
In this update:
• Bug fixes for iOS 13
7.0.12
2019-10-14
In this update:
• Bug fixes and minor enhancements
7.0.11
2019-09-30
In this update:
• Starting today, we have removed our Looper subscription, leaving Premium as our only upgrade subscription for $9.99 per month or $49.99 per year. If you're currently subscribed as a Looper ($3.99/mo or $24.99/yr) you've been grandfathered into SwingU Premium at your existing rate! You will now have access to the 600+ drills & lessons PLUS your own in-app coach with one 1-on-1 lesson per month. (keep in mind that if you cancel, you will lose your special pricing and will have to resubscribe at the new Premium rate)
• Minor Enhancements and bug fixes
7.0.10
2019-09-17
In this update:
• Fix for a crash on iPhone 5, 5s, 6, & 6s
7.0.9
2019-09-05
In this update:
• Minor enhancements
• Fix for a bug where users were getting logged out
7.0.8
2019-08-22
This update includes:
• Minor updates/fixes to Apple Watch Integration
• Fix for a select number of users experiencing a crash on startup
7.0.7
2019-08-20
In this update:
- Improvements and bug fixes for Apple Watch
7.0.6
2019-08-08
We're excited to announce a brand new Apple Watch Experience!
- A complete redesign of the SwingU App on Apple Watch
- Distance screen now includes Looper features such as "plays-like" distance, club recommendations, and wind speed & elevation
- Score entry has been vastly improved to enter scores even faster
- An improved shot tracking experience and list of all your tracked shots for the round
More in this update:
- Bug fixes
7.0.5
2019-07-18
Feature adjustments based on subscription tier
Minor bug fixes to on course app and Apple Watch
Minor cosmetic fixes
7.0.4
2019-06-06
Adjustments to the calculations on the Stats portion of the scorecard.
Minor Cosmetic adjustments
7.0.3
2019-05-15
Minor bug fixes related to handicap and advanced scorecard features.
7.0.2
2019-04-17
Minor bug fixes
7.0
2019-04-11
We’ve been working hard on an unparalleled game-improvement experience for SwingU users. Here’s what’s new:
ENHANCED DISTANCES: We’ve improved GPS accuracy and on-course “plays like” and club recommendations
SMARTER TRAINING: Your scorecards and past rounds can automatically be synced with your in-app coach for data-driven game improvement and coaching
BETTER VIDEO LIBRARY: We’ve added 100’s of new videos & training series from our Master Faculty of top-100 instructors
EASIER 1-ON-1 COACHING: With one tap you can start personalized training with your own personal in-app coach (no need to film your swing)
6.0.10
2019-02-23
Removal of social login and a few bug fixes
6.0.9
2019-02-15
A few bug fixes and improvements for the on-course app experience.
Please email support@swingu.com with any issues and we'll handle them as soon as possible. Thanks for using SwingU.
6.0.8
2018-12-16
A few bug fixes & improvements for the on-course app experience.
Please email support@swingbyswing.com with any issues and we’ll handle them as soon as possible. Thanks for using SwingU
6.0.7
2018-10-20
Additional bug fixes & improvements for the on-course app experience.
Please email support@swingbyswing.com with any issues and we’ll handle them as soon as possible. Thanks for using SwingU
6.0.6
2018-10-13
Bug fixes & improvements for the on-course app experience.
Please email support@swingbyswing.com with any issues and we'll handle them as soon as possible. Thanks for using SwingU.
6.0.5
2018-10-03
We’re excited to announce that we’re rebranding to SwingU. Why? The SwingU brand aligns with our vision for being the #1 golf game-improvement app in the world. For our long-term loyal users, don’t worry, your day-to-day app experience will not be impacted. All of the great GPS & Scorecard features you’ve become accustomed to will remain a strong focus moving forward. On the Instruction side of things, we are working on some very exciting updates, stay tuned.
Other updates in the build include:
- The "Share Round" feature is back! Tap "Score > Share Round" while playing
- New “Trim” feature when uploading videos in lessons
- Improved GPS maps experience
- Bug fixes & optimizations
6.0.4
2018-08-14
We appreciate all of your feedback on the app redesign. We're listening! Here's what's new, with more coming soon:
*Brought back the vertical scorecard view
*Slick new design for "Basic GPS View"
*New "Tournament Mode" in settings
*Other bugs
We understand that some of you are facing "white screen issues" and other random crashes. We're working hard on this and will have more updates out soon. Please email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see any issues or have feedback. Thanks for using SwingxSwing.
6.0.3
2018-08-01
Additional updates to optimize our newly redesigned app:
*Apple Watch score entry bug fix
*Tee type selection should be saved bug fix
*Course par values showing incorrectly bug fix
*Other bug fixes
We're working on implementing a lot of your feedback and will be releasing more updates soon, so keep it coming. Please email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see any issues or have feedback. Thanks for using SwingxSwing.
------ New in 6.0.0 ------
We're excited to introduce a redesigned version of SwingxSwing with personalized golf instruction & training led by our Swing-U instructor team
WHAT'S NEW:
*Sleek new design for our top-performing GPS rangefinder & scorecard
*We've partnered with Gary Gilchrist, Golf Digest Top 25 Teacher, to bring you world-class DIY instruction and 1-on-1 coaching from Gary & his certified instructors
*Daily feed of golf instruction tips from our certified team of top instructors
*Film, save and categorize your golf swings inside your own swing locker
*Anywhere, anytime access to Gary's premium video-on-demand library of 500+ drills and lessons
*Personalized, 1-on-1 golf instruction & training, offering next-day lesson responses from the Swing-U team!
PLEASE NOTE:
*We'll be releasing updates quickly in the coming weeks with bug fixes and improvements
*We'd like to ask for your patience if you see any issues with the new Swing-U subscription tiers
*We'll be responding promptly to all issues that arise and promise you we’ll take care of them
*Email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see a bug or have any feedback
If you like the new update, please leave us a review!
6.0.2
2018-07-23
A few updates for our newly redesigned app (we're listening to your feedback):
*Larger font size for the GPS screens
*Optimizations for the new Swing-U Lessons
*Enable audio on instruction videos when ringer is turned off
*Other bug fixes
Please email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see issues or have feedback. We'll be working quickly to resolve anything that pops up. Thanks for using SwingxSwing.
------ New in 6.0.0 ------
We're excited to introduce a redesigned version of SwingxSwing with personalized golf instruction & training led by our Swing-U instructor team
WHAT'S NEW:
*Sleek new design for our top-performing GPS rangefinder & scorecard
*We've partnered with Gary Gilchrist, Golf Digest Top 25 Teacher, to bring you world-class DIY instruction and 1-on-1 coaching from Gary & his certified instructors
*Daily feed of golf instruction tips from our certified team of top instructors
*Film, save and categorize your golf swings inside your own swing locker
*Anywhere, anytime access to Gary's premium video-on-demand library of 500+ drills and lessons
*Personalized, 1-on-1 golf instruction & training, offering next-day lesson responses from the Swing-U team!
PLEASE NOTE:
*We'll be releasing updates quickly in the coming weeks with bug fixes and improvements
*We'd like to ask for your patience if you see any issues with the new Swing-U subscription tiers
*We'll be responding promptly to all issues that arise and promise you we’ll take care of them
*Email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see a bug or have any feedback
If you like the new update, please leave us a review!
6.0.1
2018-07-16
A few quick fixes for our newly redesigned app. Please email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see any issues or have feedback for us. We'll be working quickly to resolve anything that pops up. Thanks for using SwingxSwing.
------ New in 6.0.0 ------
We're excited to introduce a redesigned version of SwingxSwing with personalized golf instruction & training led by our Swing-U instructor team
WHAT'S NEW:
*Sleek new design for our top-performing GPS rangefinder & scorecard
*We've partnered with Gary Gilchrist, Golf Digest Top 25 Teacher, to bring you world-class DIY instruction and 1-on-1 coaching from Gary & his certified instructors
*Daily feed of golf instruction tips from our certified team of top instructors
*Film, save and categorize your golf swings inside your own swing locker
*Anywhere, anytime access to Gary's premium video-on-demand library of 500+ drills and lessons
*Personalized, 1-on-1 golf instruction & training, offering next-day lesson responses from the Swing-U team!
PLEASE NOTE:
*We'll be releasing updates quickly in the coming weeks with bug fixes and improvements
*We'd like to ask for your patience if you see any issues with the new Swing-U subscription tiers
*We'll be responding promptly to all issues that arise and promise you we’ll take care of them
*Email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see a bug or have any feedback
If you like the new update, please leave us a review!
6.0.0
2018-07-11
We're excited to introduce a redesigned version of SwingxSwing with personalized golf instruction & training led by our Swing-U instructor team
WHAT'S NEW:
*Sleek new design for our top-performing GPS rangefinder & scorecard
*We've partnered with Gary Gilchrist, Golf Digest Top 25 Teacher, to bring you world-class DIY instruction and 1-on-1 coaching from Gary & his certified instructors
*Daily feed of golf instruction tips from our certified team of top instructors
*Film, save and categorize your golf swings inside your own swing locker
*Anywhere, anytime access to Gary's premium video-on-demand library of 500+ drills and lessons
*Personalized, 1-on-1 golf instruction & training, offering next-day lesson responses from the Swing-U team!
PLEASE NOTE:
*We'll be releasing updates quickly in the coming weeks with bug fixes and improvements
*We'd like to ask for your patience if you see any issues with the new Swing-U subscription tiers
*We'll be responding promptly to all issues that arise and promise you we’ll take care of them
*Email us at support@swingbyswing.com if you see a bug or have any feedback
If you like the new update, please leave us a review!
5.0.44
2018-03-07
Several bug fixes and enhancements.
Enjoying SwingxSwing? Leave us a review. See a bug or have an idea? Please send us a support ticket.
5.0.43
2018-02-06
Front and back of green distances are now displayed with center of green distance. Check your course at http://swingbyswing.com to make sure it is fully mapped. Also fixed several iOS 11 bugs which were causing crashes.
5.0.42
2018-01-27
Front and back of green distances are now displayed with center of green distance. Check your course at http://swingbyswing.com to make sure it is fully mapped. Also fixed several iOS 11 bugs which were causing crashes.
5.0.39
2017-10-22
Front and back of green distances are now displayed with center of green distance. Check your course at http://swingbyswing.com to make sure it is fully mapped. Also fixed several iOS 11 bugs which were causing crashes.
5.0.38
2017-10-11
Front and back of green distances are now displayed with center of green distance. Check your course at http://swingbyswing.com to make sure it is fully mapped. Also fixed several iOS 11 bugs which were causing crashes.
5.0.35
2017-10-09
Front and back of green distances are now displayed with center of green distance. Check your course at http://swingbyswing.com to make sure it is fully mapped. Also fixed several iOS 11 bugs which were causing crashes.
5.034
2017-08-21
5.0.34 - Reduced monthly subscription pricing to 3.99 USD!
5.0.33 - Improvements to distance updates and Apple Watch functionality
** We continue to fix bugs in the version 5 release. Did we miss something? Please send us a support ticket. **
* New, sleek design and user interface
* Simple, digital screen option for on-the-course glare
* Book tee times quickly and easily with integration of TeeOff by PGA Tour
* Premium benefits from partners for long-term Loopers
* New subscription plan options
5.0.33
2017-08-09
5.0.33 - Improvements to distance updates and Apple Watch functionality
** We continue to fix bugs in the version 5 release. Did we miss something? Please send us a support ticket. **
* New, sleek design and user interface
* Simple, digital screen option for on-the-course glare
* Book tee times quickly and easily with integration of TeeOff by PGA Tour
* Premium benefits from partners for long-term Loopers
* New subscription plan options
5.0.31
2017-07-04
** We continue to fix bugs in the version 5 release. Did we miss something? Please send us a support ticket. **
* New, sleek design and user interface
* Simple, digital screen option for on-the-course glare
* Book tee times quickly and easily with integration of TeeOff by PGA Tour
* Premium benefits from partners for long-term Loopers
* New subscription plan options