Zagat and Handmark(R) Launch GOLF BY ZAGAT(SM) for iPhone(TM) Covering More Than 1,100 Top U.S. Courses
Based on the shared experiences of 6,054 active golfers, the new application gives both putters and long-ball hitters access to Zagat’s trusted ratings and reviews for 1,149 top golf courses across the U.S.
“GOLF BY ZAGAT(SM) is the ultimate companion for any golf enthusiast,” said
“We are proud to continue working closely with Zagat Survey to extend its reach to iPhone and iPod touch users,” said
GOLF BY ZAGAT(SM) users can browse based on current location (GPS enabled), region, city and state. In addition to Course, Facilities, Service, Value ratings and Cost, users are also able to search by special features such as “Celebrity Designs,” “19th Holes” and “Fine Food Too.”
The application enables users to track their best scores for each course and save their favorites to My Courses. Each listing has click-to-call capabilities and displays useful data such as yardage and slope. Additionally, Zagat Survey has partnered with AccuWeather.com(R) to provide access to local course weather conditions.
The application is immediately available through the Apple(R)
About Zagat Survey, LLC
Known as the “burgundy bible,” Zagat Survey is the world’s most trusted source for information about where to eat, drink, stay and play around the globe, and as such has become a symbol of quality. Zagat Survey rates and reviews airlines, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, movies, music, golf, resorts, shopping, spas and a range of other entertainment categories in over 100 countries and has been lauded as the “most up-to-date, comprehensive and reliable guides ever published” and as “a necessity second only to a valid credit card.” Zagat content is available in print, on the web, on mobile phones and on TV. For more information, visit ZAGAT.com.
About Handmark
Handmark is a leading provider of entertainment, information and productivity applications for mobile phones. The company offers a comprehensive range of mobile media solutions for consumers, as well as businesses looking to expand their reach by offering compelling mobile content and services across a wide range of mobile operating systems and handsets. Handmark has been recognized for its mobile development expertise and management of a variety of desktop and on-device mobile stores full of the industry’s best games, applications and ringtones. Pocket Express(R), the company’s flagship news and information service is a fast, simple, free alternative to traditional mobile browsing offering instant access to up to the minute news, sports, weather, travel information and more.
Handmark(R), Pocket Express(R), Astraware(R), and the distinctive hand design are registered trademarks of Handmark, Inc. in the U.S. and other territories. All rights reserved. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.
SOURCE Zagat Survey