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Last week's Let's Rock announcements of new iPods made me want to finally take the plunge and get the Nike+ system so I can rock out with my new Nano and get fit at the same time. One thing holding me back, though, is Nike's own line of running shoes that you're supposed to purchase to use with Nike+. Since I need a lot of support and am picky about my running shoes, I just thought I'd hack the Read more
If the name of Steve Job's latest presentation — Let's Rock — led you to believe that he would be unveiling new iPods, you would be right! But not only were we the first to see the new Nano design at the Yerba Buena Center For the Arts today in San Francisco, but we also got a sneak peek at some new yet-to-be-released games to hit the App Store, the details on the newest upgrades to iPod Read more
With the popularity of the iPod and the Nike + iPod nano system, Nike will be incorporating its workout system into all of its running shoes by the end of the year. Nike has already launched six lines of the Nike+ workout system runners for both men and women, priced at $80 and up. Nike + iPod kit includes a pedometer that fits inside Nike+ ready shoes. Read more
Almost as soon as the newest iPod Nano was announced, manufacturers scrambled to capitalize on both its shape and clock feature by creating a ton of watch band straps for the device. The newest of these products, the HEX Sport Watch Band, is made for working out — in addition to complete protection for your Nano, the band provides a port for your Nike Plus. Available in April (colors and Read more
The iPod Nano watchband trend may be dying off, but that hasn't prevented HEX from releasing a new and totally dad-worthy iPod Nano watchband just in time for Father's Day. The HEX Vision Metal ($70) is the first band to make your iPod look like an honest-to-goodness watch. Made of scratch-resistant stainless steel, it docks with dad's Nike Plus receiver and has easy clip in and out Read more
The iPod nano received a makeover this week featuring larger icons, an FM radio, and integrated Nike+ fitness program. Also included are over a dozen new digital clock faces, turning the iPod nano into perhaps the world's most high-tech, multipurpose digital wristwatch. The updated iPod nanos come in an 8GB ($129) and 16GB ($149) model, while iPod nano watchbands start at $25; check out all of Read more
Showing off a tight and toned upper body, check out this behind-the-scenes look of actress Lea Michele's workout for the Nike Training Club app (it's free!). Lea worked with Nike "Master Trainer" Marie Purvis to come up with a 15-minute total body workout for users of the app, which is currently available on the iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. As is the case with all the Nike Training Club Read more
Full disclosure: I am not a huge armband fan; I much prefer clipping a smaller iPod Nano or Shuffle to my shoulder during a run or other workout. But, after becoming addicted to music-streaming service Rdio, which requires a 3G or Internet connection to work, I decided to hit the treadmill with my new Nike+Armband for the iPhone ($34). The arm band itself is extremely lightweight and made from Read more
Sport wristbands for the iPod Nano are a dime a dozen these days, and while HEX just recently announced its Nike Plus-compatible model, it's also releasing a line of Sport Watch Bands for the ladies. Coming in four colors and in smaller sizes, these HEX Sport Watch Bands ($30) are perfect for small wrists. Still sporty, the lady versions boast a slimmer profile too, so the band doesn't look like Read more
Lea Michele is one of Hollywood’s hottest celebrities right now, and it’s clear from her high-energy performances and TV-ready figure that she’s not slacking on her fitness routine. We looked into it and discovered her get-fit secret: it’s the Nike Training Club. NTC is an app that you can download on your iPhone®, iPod Touch®, or iPad® and offers over 70 workout routines designed to Read more
