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New Nike+ SportBand launches
iPod-happy running gadget gets updated 14 July 2009 12:56 GMT
Nike has introduced the new and improved Nike+ SportBand watch that gives runners real-time performance feedback on their distance, pace, time and calories.

The two main changes are a new screen with a white background that is said to enhance visibility while...
Bean Pod introduced for Nike+ running without the cost
Use your Nike+ sensor with any running shoes 24 February 2009 12:27 GMT
Red Rock Products has released its universal Nike+ Sensor adapter, called the Bean Pod.

The compact Bean Pod will allow runners and walkers the ability to use their Nike+ sensor on any brand of running shoes they please.

Nike+ is a venture by Nike...
Apple patent smart shoes
Built-in GPS and other tech 12 September 2008 0:46 GMT
Apple has its eyes on more than just your ears if the latest patents unearthed are to be believed.

A new filing from Apple to the US patent office suggests that future Nike+ systems could include technology built into trainers.

The range of technologies...
Nike+ iPhone screenshots fakes
Bloggers spot flaws 21 August 2008 16:13 GMT
It doesn't mean it's not going to happen, but it just might not be happening anytime soon.

It seems those screenshots showing a Nike+ application for the iPhone may not be real.

According to AppleInsider and Engadget, there is a couple of warning...
Nike comes to iPhone
No official launch details though 19 August 2008 22:37 GMT
There has been a rumour for some time that Nike will be launching an iPhone app and while there is no official confirmation to report, screen grabs of a Nike + app have appeared around the web suggesting its only a matter of time before an official release.

French...
Join the Nike+ "Human Race"
A million worldwide runners 25 July 2008 9:46 GMT
"Run with a million runners in a worldwide 10K. Race in one of 25 cities. Or run where you are with Nike + iPod."

The Nike+ Human Race London event takes place on 31 August 2008, where thousands of runners in the UK will participate in a worldwide human race....
Nike PhotoiD trainer customisation launches
Create shoe designs based on your mobile phone pics 16 June 2008 13:18 GMT
Nike has extended its iD footwear customisation with the launch of a new service called "PhotoiD" that lets you create a trainer colour scheme based on a pic you take with your mobile phone.

The service will mean that consumers will be able to create their...
Athletes can keep cool with the Nike PreCool Vest
Thermos-esque sports clothing 6 May 2008 10:06 GMT
Nike has launches a new sports "vest" that aims to keep athletes cool and boost performance, called the "PreCool Vest".

This piece of futuristic clothing lowers the body's core temperature, which enables muscles to perform more efficiently as the body is not...
Nike+ SportBand launches
"Designed for runners who choose not to run with music" 4 April 2008 11:20 GMT
We've brought you news of the existence of this new addition to the Nike+ system, but we can now reveal launch info.

Available from 10 April, the Nike+ SportBand will allow runners to get real-time performance feedback during a run, while linking them to the...
Nike+ fitness range to get SportsBand
Record how hard you've worked without the need for an iPod 17 March 2008 13:23 GMT
Nike has revealed the design of its latest gadget for the fitness freak.

The Nike+ SportsBand will be available to buy from April for approximately $95 or £45.

It allows runners to record their pace, distance run and calories burned in exactly the...
Today's Megawhat TV NEWS
Catch up with the tech news web tv show 7 March 2008 19:20 GMT
Switch on Megawhat TV now for our roundup of the biggest stories of the week from the world of gadgets and technology ... and what we think about them.

In the headlines this week - Fitness devices a-go-go - will they ever give up trying to get us into the gym?;...
Today's big stories on Megawhat TV NEWS
Catch up with the tech news web tv show 5 March 2008 19:20 GMT
Switch on Megawhat TV now for the biggest stories of the day from the world of gadgets and technology.

In the headlines today - Nike rolls out its iPod system to a gym near you; Olympus launches a prosumer DSLR; Dexter becomes a videogame; the MacBook Air goes...
Nike + iPod coming to a gym near you
Will plug into your fitness equipment 4 March 2008 23:18 GMT
Nike has announced that it is taking its Nike + iPod system to the gym teaming up with Life Fitness, Precor, Star Trac, Technogym, 24 Hour Fitness and Virgin Active Health Clubs to make their cardio equipment Nike + iPod compatible.

The plan is to allow club...
Nike Amp+ Sport Remote Control finally launches
Nike+iPod sports watch on sale in the US 5 October 2007 14:07 GMT
We've been waiting for this for so long we're almost over it already. We say almost, because you really can't help but admire that oh-so-smooth design, not to mention the tech capabilities.

So the 101 catch-up for anyone who hasn't been longing for this to...
Nike Free converts to Transformers toy
More than meets the eye 23 August 2007 15:21 GMT
This Nike Free 7.0 Transformer toy, snapped in Tokyo, is apparently getting a release over in Japan in September.

Sadly we doubt they'll make it over here so eBay'll likely be your best bet...
Transparent kayak canoe - it is suddenly all clear
View what's going on below without getting wet 20 August 2007 12:03 GMT
Since summer is hopefully not over just yet - one of these could make for an interesting family outward-bound bonding experience.

Going out on a still lake is definitely relaxing, and the Transparent Canoe-Kayak would do a great job in instilling
a sense...
New Nike+ watch for iPod partnership pics leaked
The Amp+ is one of the long-awaited 'pod-compatible timepieces 14 August 2007 9:04 GMT
Fans have long been hankering after more official products in the Nike+iPod sports partnership.

A new range of Nike watches have been promised for a while now and leaked pictures of one of these models hopefully suggest the models are coming soon.
Nike+ runners have logged over 22 million miles
New features being added to the site this summer 27 July 2007 9:30 GMT
Nike has announced that Nike+ runners have logged over 22 million miles on nikeplus.com.

This, they inform us, is the equivalent of completing more than 800,000 New York City marathons and burning off the calories of more than five million slices of pizza....
Polar AW200 launch innovative technology to make monitoring exercise easy
"Watch" yourself train 23 June 2007 0:12 GMT
Polar, the leading innovator of sports instruments and heart rate monitors, has launched a new watch that offers a brand new way of accurately measuring your activity levels.

Unlike specialist pedometers and heart rate monitors, the new Polar AW200 is targeted...
Ajungilak’s revolutionary Airbed
65% smaller pack 20 June 2007 21:59 GMT
Ajungilak’s D-Lux Pump Mat is sumptuously comfortable thanks to insulation and air; it is more packable than others in its class and, thanks to its uniquely placed footpump, eliminates the need for any "oral blowing" of air.

Uniquely, a foot-pump is buried inside...
RipStik Caster Board hits the streets
What ever happened to skateboarding? 25 May 2007 10:38 GMT
Not content with old skool skateboards, the new kid on the block is the RipStik Caster Board. The RipStik Caster Board allows for acceleration with pushing; using its unique twisting motion moves you forward with out ever pushing off the ground. According to the company,...
Spelunker wraps up headphones
Solution to the loose iPod headphone cord 25 April 2007 16:31 GMT
Sometimes the most simple gadgets are the most innovative, when you think of iPod accessories too much is on docks, casing, speakers or stickers.

Well this little man will save all the loose wire from the headphones, look marginally cool but will make everything...
Nike launch Nike Hatphone for iPod
Music in your ears 2 February 2007 20:36 GMT
Nike has launched the Hatphone, a soft shell therma-FIT hat with built in controls for your iPod nano.

The company says "This cozy, comfortable skullcap features full functional Nano click wheel controls through a power mesh window in back so you can keep moving...
Ironman training increases risk of heart damage
As does sitting on the sofa 22 January 2007 15:49 GMT
Research published in European Heart Journal suggests that endurance athletes place their heart at greater risk of ventricular arrhythmia.

The research team at University of Leuven investigated ventricular arrhythmia in endurance athletes, finding it to originate...
Nike rumoured to be releasing Nike+ watches
Wrist-worn devices act as remote controls 22 January 2007 11:54 GMT
Nike's partnership with Apple seems to have been a success, as the companies are bringing out new products for the Nike+iPod sports range.

They'll be releasing three hybrid watches and a remote control to be worn around the wrist, says iLounge.com.