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The TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker is an easy way to bring music to the course. Audio GPS powered by the TecTecTec app. Straightforward operations.
Introduction
Many golfers like to have music on the golf course, but remembering to bring a speaker can be an added hassle. The TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker aims to be a seamless part of your kit by pairing music and GPS in one compact device.
Set Up & Ease of Use
Before the “Well, actually” crowd gets too worked up, let’s be clear about something: the TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker is not a GPS unit. It’s a speaker that connects to the TecTecTec app, just like the Bushnell Wingman [review HERE].
Getting the TEAM8 up and running is fairly simple. First, charge the speaker and download the TecTecTec app. When the speaker is powered up, pair it with your phone via the app. Now you’re ready to play music like you would with any bluetooth speaker. To get distances on the course, open the app, select the course you want to play, and start your round. Pressing the flag icon on the TEAM8 will pause the music so the voice can say your yardage. You can also adjust the volume or pause the music without touching your phone.
Features & Performance
Starting with the fundamentals, the TecTecTec app does a good job providing accurate yardages in a timely manner. The app itself (above) looks a little unfinished, but it’s meant to power the speaker, not dazzle the eye. I found the connection from the speaker to my phone to be strong, and I got a yardage quickly whenever I pushed the flag button. One feature I like is the ability to customize when you get the front and back yardages. The stock setting is inside 150 yards, which is sensible for most players.
The TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker is very compact at 1″ thick and less than 2.5″ across. This gives you a variety of ways to carry it. As a walker, my preference was to use the string to attach it to my golf bag. TecTecTec also includes a belt clip that pairs with the TEAM8’s magnet (above). You can use the magnet to stick the TEAM8 on your cart, too.
Having the TEAM8 on your belt is the most practical because the button is always at arm’s length. However, I will caution you that the magnet is not strong enough to withstand a knock from your arm or golf bag. I would suggest clipping the TecTecTec TEAM8 to the front or back of your pants rather than your hip or using the rope as a safety should the magnet get dislodged.
Finally, in terms of sound, I found the TEAM8 to be ideal for on-course use. Maxed out, it’s loud enough for your group to hear, but not loud enough to bother other foursomes [if you’re not sure why this is an issue, listen HERE]. The sound quality is solid, too. It’s not studio quality, but it’s not supposed to be. If you want superior clarity and window-rattling volume, check out something like the Kemimoto Midnight [review HERE].
Value
The TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker retails for $99 and is available in black, yellow, and grey (shown here).
$99 seems to be the most common price for a basic golf GPS speaker. Adding a screen or remote control can raise the price to $150 or $200. Given its solid performance, I think the TEAM8 is a good value if you want a compact speaker.
Conclusion
The TecTecTec TEAM8 GPS speaker checks a lot of boxes with its affordable price, compact size, and easy operations. No matter where you’re trying to bring music to, this is a solid solution.
Visit TecTecTec HERE
He founded Plugged In Golf in 2013 with the goal of helping all golfers play better and enjoy the game more.
Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters.
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