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Apple Wants to Make It Illegal to Hack Nike+ Shoes

GeekSugar — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 02:01:29 PDT

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 system and put the Nike+ sensor in my chosen pair of shoes.

But hold up, says Apple - turns out they're filing a patent to make it illegal to put those little sensors in other shoes. I'm deflated. I understand that it's proprietary technology, but I can't tell my feet that! Do you use Nike+?

More Details About Apple's New Nanos!

GeekSugar — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 13:30:35 PDT

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 Touch, and the scoop on what the cool new features will be for iTunes 8.

The big news of the morning obviously was the new Nanos! This generation will be smaller, packed with more features, and more cost effective. Oh, did I mention the colors? The new Nano will make your plain old black and white versions green with envy. Not to mention purple, pink, red, blue, yellow, orange, and grey.

How much will the new Nano set you back? To get pricing, more product details, pics, and to find out what else is coming up in the world of Apple, just

read more. Also being included in the newest iTunes release, the Genius Playlist creator will analyze the current track you are playing and toss together a cool playlist based on the features of that song, giving you a mix of similar songs to listen to without having to hunt and peck through your music. Other goodies include an accelerometer, a built-in voice recorder, and a "Shake to Shuffle" feature. Yes, you really can shake it! Thankfully, Steve wants us to save a little dough while enjoying our tunes! The new Nano will come in two versions: 8GB for $149 and 16GB for $199. Plus, they are available this week for you to pick up. My wallet already feels a little lighter. What else did Steve announce today? Here's a rundown:

iPod Touch will be smaller, sleeker, and louder with an on-board speaker. Plus, the Nike + iPod transmitter will be built right into the Touch - no more lame transmitter sticking out the bottom! The iPod Touch will come in three models: 8GB for $229, 16GB for $299, and $32GB for $399.
New games hitting the App Store include Spore Origins, Need for Speed: Undercover, and Real Soccer 09.
The iPod Classic will get a hefty storage bump, going from 80GB to 120GB with a $249 price tag.
iTunes will now offer HD TV shows, including those from NBC for $2.99
The update for your iPhone to 2.1 will fix bugs and dropped calls and will back up iTunes faster.

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Nike Plans To Offer iPod Workout Systems In All Shoes

GeekSugar — Wed, 28 Mar 2007 05:09:31 PDT

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.

The pedometer communicates wirelessly with your iPod nano so you can get audible and visual readouts of your time, speed, and distance while listening to tunes or podcast workouts.

Nike Plus Users: Check Out the New HEX Sport Watch Band For iPod Nano

Kristen Hawley — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 04:00:31 PST

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 pricing will be announced then), the band features a "pop in, pop out" design for the Nano. Integrated control buttons give the user complete control, and the entire band is made from perforated premium silicone for breathability and comfort. And similar to the Speck TimeToRock strap that I love so much, the HEX Sport Watch Band also has a second band that keeps the cord from getting in the way.

Nike Plus is a simple way to enhance your workout. A sensor plugs into the iPod, and another sensor in your shoe communicates to motivate you while recording your progress. And since the iPod Nano is perfect for runners, I can't wait to give it a try.

The 18 Faces of the iPod Nano Watch

Kelly Schwarze — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 13:28:53 PDT

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 the watch face options in the gallery.

Want to Work Out Like Lea Michele?

Sponsor — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 03:00:00 PDT

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 hit target fitness goals. It tracks your workouts and the time you’ve clocked. So when you reach certain levels, the app reveals rewards like celebrity and professional trainer workouts and post-workout smoothie recipes. Once you put in 1,000 minutes, you’ll unlock Lea’s personal 15-minute workout routine; the same one that keeps her in amazing shape and super energized.

Just download NTC, choose your goals and skill level, and get started. To get you even more psyched, you can enter for the chance to win some awesome Nike gear (including the amazing Nike Legend pants) that's guaranteed to enhance your Nike Training Club workout. Just do a workout on the Nike Training Club, and tell us about your favorite Get Focused workout from the NTC app below.

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Make Yourself With the Nike Training Club App

Sponsor — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 03:00:00 PDT

Nike Women and Nike master trainer Marie Purvis teamed up to develop one of our favorite new fitness products. It’s the Nike Training Club, and it has changed the way women are hitting the gym. NTC is an app that can be downloaded on your iPhone®, iPod Touch®, or iPad® and offers countless goal-oriented workouts with step-by-step guides and how-to tutorials, so you’re guaranteed to maximize your time. Whether you want to lose weight, tone up, or just feel better in your jeans, it’s designed for you to make yourself whatever you want to be. One of our favorite NTC workouts is the 15-minute Get Focused Ab Burner, targeting just your abdominal muscles. Try combining this routine with 30 minutes of cardio for a full-body workout.

Feeling motivated? Start by downloading the app and doing a workout. You can even upload your workout directly from your phone to Facebook. Tell us what your favorite drill is in the Arm Definer Get Focused workout in the NTC app for a chance to win awesome Nike workout gear, including a Nike Victory Series bra (designed to give you the support you need while you’re hard at work at the gym).

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Maximize Your Time at the Gym With the Nike Training Club

Sponsor — Thu, 18 Aug 2011 03:00:00 PDT

One of the most common fitness hurdles that women face is feeling like they’re stuck in rut with workout routines. And it’s true. Doing the same exercises over and over cannot only get monotonous, but you may also be selling yourself short at the gym. By mixing up workouts, you’re keeping yourself motivated while making sure you continue to engage different parts of your body.

That’s why we’re loving The Nike Training Club. It is your personal trainer anytime, anywhere. It’s an app you can download to your iPhone®, iPod Touch®, or iPad® and offers full-body workouts that you can do just about anywhere. By inputting your goals and fitness level, the app will give you over 70 workouts to choose from, so you’ll never be bored at the gym again. By getting lean, toned, and strong results and routines to workouts targeted just to specific body parts, you’re guaranteed to find a bevvy of workouts that will help you stay on track with your fitness goals.

Try it for yourself! Tell us your fitness goals in the comment box below, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win a 64GB iPod Touch®, so you can download the Nike Training Club app. Read the rules here, and start hitting the gym!

Father's Day Gift Alert: New HEX Vision Metal Watchband

Kristy Korcz — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:32:59 PDT

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 functionality.

Check out more pics in the gallery, and get your preorder in now; they start shipping on June 1!

Lea Michele Gets Fit With the Nike Training Club App

Michele Foley — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 19:00:52 PDT

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 workouts, Lea's routine can be done just about anywhere. When asked about staying motivated, Lea said, "It's about finding things you enjoy, things that you love, and you'll find that you'll achieve your goals easier." For Lea, it's rock climbing, yoga, and hiking, which happen to be my favorites too.