At CES 2016, Under Armor unveiled the Gemini 2 sneaker, a sneaker equipped with sensors that measure physical activity. At first glance, they are indistinguishable from other sneakers and could easily be mistaken for any sports shoe on the market. But mini sensors are hidden in their soles that measure distance, path and calories burned, making sports and smart watches and smartphones redundant during physical activity.
Gemini 2 they are intelligent sneakers, which in addition to the basic function also perform tasks smart and sports watches and smartphones. They measure calories burned, distance traveled and distance traveled. The best part is that you don't have to lug your smartphone around while running.
The sneakers collect data from five training sessions, which can be uploaded to the associated app later. You don't need to do anything, not even activate the boot, for it to work. You only need to download the MapMyRun mobile app, which connects to the sneakers via a wireless connection Bluetooth. Through the application, you can also monitor the data in real time.
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The lifespan of the Gemini 2 sneaker is 725 kilometers, and you don't have to worry about battery life, because at Under Armour guaranteed to last the life of the sneaker. They will be available from spring 2016.
More information:
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