Nike, the leading manufacturer of sports equipment, has designed a new sport watch for runners. The new Nike+ Sport Watch provides features like GPS tracking, stores run data, and encourages you to run.
Display and Tracking Features
The unique watch sports a backlit LCD display which can be customised. The sport watch is also capable of both outdoor and indoor tracking.
So wherever you run, it tracks you on all types of terrains. The Nike+ Sport Watch is powered by TomTom, a Dutch manufacturer of automotive navigation systems.
The Global Positioning System, along with the Nike+ sensor, accurately locates and tracks your distance, pace, time, and calories burned. The Nike+ sensor fits only into Nike+ ready shoes. The sensor incorporates an accelerometer to provide the statistics.
Software and Synchronisation
Run Reminders remind you to run by storing your stats for up to 50 runs. It keeps tabs on your personal records and gives encouragement along the way. Your heart rate during the run can also be monitored by adding a Polar Wearlink+ Transmitter.
Once the Nike+ Connect Software is installed on your computer, plug the USB contacts on the watch strap into the computer’s USB port to upload the run data and charge the watch battery.
By uploading the data to Nikeplus.com, you can see your running routes, elevations, and assign goals. Also, view the routes your friends have shared. It lets you find the best areas to run and share your activity on social media like Facebook and Twitter.
The watch is water- and sweat-resistant, but it supports only English. The watch has a one-year limited warranty (Price: $169).
Specifications
| Specifications | Details |
|---|---|
| Size and Dimensions | One-size wrist-based band 1.5″ x 10.1″ x 0.6″ |
| Weight | 2.3 oz / 66 g |
| Memory | Stores 8+ hours of runs |
| Display | Backlit LCD with the ability to invert |
| Battery Life | 8 hours (with average use) |
| Sensors | 3-axis accelerometer |
| Display Metrics and Animations | Calories, Time (12 or 24 hour), Battery Status, Charging, Time Elapsed, Average Pace, Instant Pace, Stopwatch, Alarm, Distance, History, Records, Tap Functionality, Backlight, Laps, Intervals, End of Run Messages, Run Reminders, and Attaboys. Works with heart rate monitor. |
| Wireless | 2.4 GHz receiver (proprietary) |
| Connectivity | Built-in USB or the included USB cable Nike+ Connect software to sync with computer. Mac and Windows supported |
| Water and Sweat Resistance | Water-resistant up to 5 ATM |
Source: Nike
