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Nike’s New Shoes Matches KDDi Infobar 2 Cell Phone

cosa — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 02:50:11 +0000

Nike, in co-op with Japan’s KDDi Communications, launched an exclusive line of customizable shoes which match KDDi’s Infobar 2 cell phone. Priced at 16,800 Yen (about $155) each with only 222 pairs manufactured, the shoes will be available in four different colors, the same as the number of the phone’s color variants — green, red, silver, and white. Moreover, each shoe can be further customized using the Nike ID feature.

The Infobar 2 cell phone itself, created by Sanyo, features a 2.6-inch 240×400 display, integrated 1Seg TV tuner, and microSD card slot. It weighs 104 grams and has 138 x 47 x 15.5mm dimension.

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Nike Unveils Amp+ Watch, Part Of Amp+ Sport Remote Control

cosa — Wed, 10 Oct 2007 11:52:24 +0000

Nike recently launched Amp+ Sport Remote Control, another additional kit for Nike+iPod Sport Kit. By using the new Amp+ watch, users will be able to fully control their iPod, as well as listen to audio feedback for their current workout and of course, aware of the current time. It comes with a stainless steel buckle and a polyurethane strap that can be cut to fit any wrist. Moreover, thanks to its water-resistant capability, you can still change the track under the water (down to 50 meters).

Nike Amp+ Sport Remote Control is available in several flavours and costs $79 each.

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Nike+Speed Watch

cosa — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 23:00:25 +0000

Well, I’m probably one of a few people who don’t like to hear the music while training (either running or walking). So, instead of the Nike+iPod, I’d prefer the new Nike+Speed Watch. As you might already guess, this kit eliminates Apple’s music player and gives you only the fitness-related information, such as calories burned, distance ran, elapsed time, and so on. All of them will be displayed on its LCD backlit display. You can also upload the data to the NikePlus Website, for progress tracking purpose for example, by simply plugging the watch into your computer’s USB port.

No further information about the Nike+Speed Watch from Nike, except that it is fully compatible with Nike+ shoes

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Nike and Apple Co-Op To Develop Nike+iPod Product

cosa — Wed, 24 May 2006 16:59:45 +0000

The collaboration between Nike and Apple is probably the most surprising news for this week. At least for me. I’ve never heard about the co-op plan before and probably would never did if I didn’t use my iBook to connect to the internet today. So, this is the story.

The two giant companies, Nike and Apple, are going to develop several new products in the future, that combine sport and music element together, under the Nike+iPod brand. This plan was unveiled by Mark Parker, Nike’s CEO, and Steve Jobs, Apple’s CEO, during an event in New York attended by Lance Armstrong, the Tour de France true champion, and Paula Radcliffe, the current marathon world record holder.

The first product developed under the Nike+iPod brand is the Nike+iPod Sport Kit. This is a wireless system that lets Nike+ footwear series to communicate with the iPod Nano. By connecting the in-shoe sensor – included on the kit – to the Nike+ shoes and the receiver to Nano, users can receive several useful information such as time, distance, calories burner, and pace. This data will be stored directly on the Ipod and can be either displayed on its screen or heard through the headphones.

The first shoe that will be compatible with Nike+iPod Sport Kit is the Nike+ Air Zoom Moire footwear. Nike plans to make more of its shoes Nike+iPod-ready in the future. As explained by Parker, he believes that Nike+iPod will change the way people run and creates a better running experience, so there’ll be more such Nike+ innovations in the future.

The Nike+iPod Sport Kit is expected to hit the market within 60 days (August?). The price is around $29 and it will be available thorugh Apple Online Store, Apple’s retail stores, and Apple Authorized Resellers, as well as Nike’s website, Niketown, NikeWomen stores and selected retail stores in the US.

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iPod Nano Armband from Nike

cosa — Sat, 03 Dec 2005 16:59:16 +0000

Nike has recently introduced their new (and also their first) iPod accessory, the Nike Sport Armband. It is made of lightweight Nike Pro Compression fabric and Dri-FIT material. Using this armband, you can keep your iPod Nano safe in place during exercising or outdoor activity, while still providing an easy access to its controller. It’d be a nice pair for the Nike’s Cuff Armband Watch too.

Priced $40, the armband is available in two color combinations (gray/orange and black/gray) and two sizes (small/medium and medium/large).

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Nike’s Cuff Armband Watch

cosa — Tue, 29 Nov 2005 05:00:22 +0000

I rarely use watch. But I have to, my choice would be one of these watches: Garmin’s Forerunner GPS Watch, SPOT watch, and this armband’s watch “Cuff” from Nike Timing, a division of Nike.

The Cuff combined a digital watch with an armband – mainly used by skaters, musicians, sports star, and aging tennis pros; thus creating a unique kind of wristwatch. It is 3-inch wide and the watch module can be detached, so you can mix-and-match and create your own style. Or if you want to do something without bothering about the time (i.e: dating), just leave the nugget at home and use the armband only.

Nike Timing’s Cuff armband digital watch features:

30m water resistance
Adjustable 12- or 24-hour time
Cuffs are hand-washable
Set of 3 interchangeable cuffs / Customizable
Time, date display

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