New $500 Flightscope personal launch monitor (MERGED)

[games]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

You're not thinking 3D.

 

The add on would be a second $500 MEVO to measure lateral spin. The app does the heavy lifting.

[Golf Ninja]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

You're not thinking 3D.

 

The add on would be a second $500 MEVO to measure lateral spin. The app does the heavy lifting.

 

Very interesting idea. They'd have to find a way to get two devices to speak to one app on one device however and now you'd be $1,000 into the setup.

[DLaake]

how accurate are these tracking numbers, do I need to put a metallic dot on the shipped box?

 

Lets just hope there's no normalization feature. People want to know the information on their box, not a hypothetical premium box.

 

My understanding is that the carry yardage is calculated, not measured. So, if you are hitting into a stiff headwind, the mevo carry data is not going to match up with what you witness in those conditions. It is "normalized" to reflect conditions of no wind, flat from hitting area to landing area, although the app allows the user to input elevation. Is that what you mean by "normalization"?

 

I was told earlier today that they are considering adding a range ball normalization feature (app update) to mevo like their other products and also like trackman does. I wasn't told when.

[Hondabuff]

Mine shipped!! Yeah!!

[matchavez]

Mine shipped!! Yeah!!

 

Miracles do happen.

[Golf Ninja]

how accurate are these tracking numbers, do I need to put a metallic dot on the shipped box?

 

Lets just hope there's no normalization feature. People want to know the information on their box, not a hypothetical premium box.

 

My understanding is that the carry yardage is calculated, not measured. So, if you are hitting into a stiff headwind, the mevo carry data is not going to match up with what you witness in those conditions. It is "normalized" to reflect conditions of no wind, flat from hitting area to landing area, although the app allows the user to input elevation. Is that what you mean by "normalization"?

 

I was told earlier today that they are considering adding a range ball normalization feature (app update) to mevo like their other products and also like trackman does. I wasn't told when.

 

Haha, yup.

[Brucer115]

Well I got UPS tracking number I am thinking Friday when I will receive my MEVO

[b.helts]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

I don't know much about Doppler, so maybe my question is silly. But here goes: How can a device that can measure backspin, not also be able to measure sidespin? I mean, we're talking about a device that can, presumably, measure 10K rpms or more, but can't figure the axis those are spinning on?

 

The new x3 apparently has 20 radar units inside, each one dedicated to a specific parameter. If I had to guess, that's why mevo is limited, due to size and cost.

 

OK. That makes perfect sense. I had no idea that there were multiple tracking units in each device. Thank you!

 

I don't know much about Doppler, so maybe my question is silly. But here goes: How can a device that can measure backspin, not also be able to measure sidespin? I mean, we're talking about a device that can, presumably, measure 10K rpms or more, but can't figure the axis those are spinning on?

 

It's not the same level of technology and lacks the Doppler sophistication (by a lot) of their high end units. It's the same reason your not get HLA (and the same reason it's not measuring the whole ball flight).

 

I don't doubt what you are saying, but there aren't any specifics. When someone shoots off declarations without any specifics I get wary. I did get my answer above though, so it's all good.

[games]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

You're not thinking 3D.

 

The add on would be a second $500 MEVO to measure lateral spin. The app does the heavy lifting.

 

Very interesting idea. They'd have to find a way to get two devices to speak to one app on one device however and now you'd be $1,000 into the setup.

 

Thanks. Aside from the unit cost, how much would you pay for an app that tethers a vertical and horizontal/lateral unit together?

[Golf Ninja]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

You're not thinking 3D.

 

The add on would be a second $500 MEVO to measure lateral spin. The app does the heavy lifting.

 

They'd have to get the add on unit to receive the data from the "parent" unit and then transmit the data to your phone/app. No wires required if the addon unit has a Bluetooth receiver built into it and a way to pair to the "parent" unit. Your phone will see 2 Bluetooth signals but you only select the addon unit's signal.

 

I'm just hoping the unit they have now works well to provide accurate carry yardages, hopefully without a sticker, outside. Without a trackman, I would have to resort to having someone hit 10 good shots with stickers, 10 without and see what kind of comparisons we get with spin numbers. If the spin rate is within 1,000 rpm's for any club, the carry yardage is going to be real close if the flightscope optimizer is any indicator.

 

 

[Golf Ninja]

If you are buying one of these in hopes of an add-on spin axis upgrade later I'd hold on to your money. It's hardware not firmware/app related.

 

You're not thinking 3D.

 

The add on would be a second $500 MEVO to measure lateral spin. The app does the heavy lifting.

 

Very interesting idea. They'd have to find a way to get two devices to speak to one app on one device however and now you'd be $1,000 into the setup.

 

Thanks. Aside from the unit cost, how much would you pay for an app that tethers a vertical and horizontal/lateral unit together?

 

I wouldn't, my organization is purchasing this for the purpose of providing accurate carry yardage averages per club so the kid doesn't have to make a choice to pay $50-$60 out of pocket on our local trackman. I don't see much need for the spin axis / side spin data when we can see the ball flight outside.

 

Tech moves fast, I wouldn't be surprised to see flightscope or another company come out with a "Mevo 2" in the next year or so.

 

For what we will use this for, the price point and size is perfect (if it is accurate). We can use it at the range and take it onto the course. If you weren't watching us closely, you'd never know we were using a launch monitor on the golf course. (That's how I have it drawn up in my head at least) That's a good thing when we are guests at a club practicing.

 

 

[flanmou]

Anyone know about the Android app? Nothing on Google Play store yet.

[somaplr]

I did about a month ago here in the thread. It's a 2D system and doesn't have the radar systems to measure azimuth. No horizontal axis measurements radar capabilities no spin axis, no HLA. you need specific Doppler to measure azimuth and it's the most "complicated" system to get right and the most expensive. Hence the price point. There's a reason SkyTrak and GC2 have trouble with it at high balls speeds. Different systems same issues.

 

The X3 is both photometric and 3D Doppler.

[games]

I did about a month ago here in the thread. It's a 2D system and doesn't have the radar systems to measure azimuth. No horizontal axis measurements radar capabilities no spin axis, no HLA. you need specific Doppler to measure azimuth and it's the most "complicated" system to get right and the most expensive. Hence the price point. There's a reason SkyTrak and GC2 have trouble with it at high balls speeds. Different systems same issues.

 

If you thought of it a month ago and expressed it on this thread, then why ask a question for which you already know the answer? Seriously...

[somaplr]

I did about a month ago here in the thread. It's a 2D system and doesn't have the radar systems to measure azimuth. No horizontal axis measurements radar capabilities no spin axis, no HLA. you need specific Doppler to measure azimuth and it's the most "complicated" system to get right and the most expensive. Hence the price point. There's a reason SkyTrak and GC2 have trouble with it at high balls speeds. Different systems same issues.

 

If you thought of it a month ago and expressed it on this thread, then why ask a question for which you already know the answer? Seriously...

 

I didn't ask a question. Seriously...

 

May want to go back and read. Zero clue what u are talking about.

[games]

I did about a month ago here in the thread. It's a 2D system and doesn't have the radar systems to measure azimuth. No horizontal axis measurements radar capabilities no spin axis, no HLA. you need specific Doppler to measure azimuth and it's the most "complicated" system to get right and the most expensive. Hence the price point. There's a reason SkyTrak and GC2 have trouble with it at high balls speeds. Different systems same issues.

 

If you thought of it a month ago and expressed it on this thread, then why ask a question for which you already know the answer? Seriously...

 

I didn't ask a question. Seriously...

 

May want to go back and read. Zero clue what u are talking about.

 

LMFAO.

[games]

Lots of edits going on. Not shocking. Gotta backtrack. Find a way out. Another poster who should just say "Games was right."

[somaplr]

WTH are u talking about

 

I wasn't even responding to you man. I was responding to the guy that said I wasn't specific enough. Move on.

[Hondabuff]

I did about a month ago here in the thread. It's a 2D system and doesn't have the radar systems to measure azimuth. No horizontal axis measurements radar capabilities no spin axis, no HLA. you need specific Doppler to measure azimuth and it's the most "complicated" system to get right and the most expensive. Hence the price point. There's a reason SkyTrak and GC2 have trouble with it at high balls speeds. Different systems same issues.

 

If you thought of it a month ago and expressed it on this thread, then why ask a question for which you already know the answer? Seriously...

 

I didn't ask a question. Seriously...

 

May want to go back and read. Zero clue what u are talking about.

 

LMFAO.

 

This was settled a month ago. It's a 3D radar in the Mevo but missing the extra antenna arrays or tracking full flight.

 

This was an email from FS.

 

Mevo is a 3D Doppler radar unlike our other models which are 3D Doppler tracking radars, tracking the club through impact and the ball until it lands. Mevo has limited capabilities and available data parameters compared to other FlightScope models, but it is the most accurate of its kind.

 

It is however unique, as it is a multi-sport radar which is synchronized with your iPhone to automatically record and clip video of your swing with data overlay. FlightScope Mevo was developed as a consumer product for athletes to practice with a purpose, but to still receive lessons/tips from their instructor using the higher end FlightScope model.

[games]

WTH are u talking about

 

I wasn't even responding to you man. I was responding to the guy that said I wasn't specific enough. Move on.

 

I'm your huckleberry. "I was just playin' around." Right?

 

[somaplr]

If I was responding to you I would have said how dumb an idea was to spool 2 units to one app but I didn't

[appilags]

Glad to hear that the MEVOs are shipping.

Looking forward to the reviews.

Now the wait for release for those of us outside North America!

[jbsg02]

Anyone know about the Android app? Nothing on Google Play store yet.

 

Same thing I'm wondering. My Mom has an old iphone she doesn't use anymore that I'm sure she would let me use until an android app is released

[SikhGolfer]

Can't wait to see the reviews/comparisons.

[Skedaddle]

Watch TrackMan webinar on YouTube for assistance on how decide what range balls you have. They vary so much. Do a test of 6 with your gamer and 6 with your range ball

[FrankfurtDave]

For those interested in this, but based in Europe, please note that Flightscope are taking orders for EU customers. If you contact them then they will send you an order form.

 

The bad news is that as usual we get screwed on the cost compared to the US customers as they are charging 619 Euros for the unit. Additionally they are estimating a delivery date at the start of June as it is currently undergoing evaluation by the FCC which is required before it is allowed through customs.

 

Just thought I would let you know.

[DatSliceDoe]

Very excited to see the reviews now that they are shipping.

[Hondabuff]

Does any of the other FlightScope LM's have Text to Speech capabilities in the software?

[brandon_a]

Does any of the other FlightScope LM's have Text to Speech capabilities in the software?

 

Yep. Check out the settings section of the Mevo app.

 

Edit: Misread the question. I don't know the answer.

[brandon_a]

What are we going to do once we get our mevos and post our reviews? I'm going to miss this thread.