More Nike+ Products: Amp+, Voice Kit?

lexus · Nov 27, 2006, 05:01 PM

http://www.menshealth.com/techguide/

Look under media players and then you will see the Nike Amp+.

This means BT iPods are coming!

spicyapple · Nov 27, 2006, 05:12 PM

LOL. Nice!

Thanks for the eagle eye! luv ya bunches! xoxoxo

MovieCutter · Nov 27, 2006, 05:13 PM

Not it doesn't, it suggests that it works with the existing NIKE+iPod dongle.

lexus · Nov 27, 2006, 05:14 PM

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Originally Posted by MovieCutter

Not it doesn't, it suggests that it works with the existing NIKE+iPod dongle.

Which is RF not BT.

MovieCutter · Nov 27, 2006, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by lexus

Which is RF not BT.

So it means a new adapter will be sold with it.

twoodcc · Nov 27, 2006, 10:10 PM

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Originally Posted by lexus

http://www.menshealth.com/techguide/

Look under media players and then you will see the Nike Amp+.

This means BT iPods are coming!

seems like a nice product, nonetheless

Scottyk9 · Nov 27, 2006, 10:20 PM

Apple's site states it is not bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Presumably the wristband would use the same proprietary protocol.

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303934

Flowbee · Nov 27, 2006, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Scottyk9

Apple's site states it is not bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Presumably the wristband would use the same proprietary protocol.

http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303934

There's actually a 2.4GHz GFSK transceiver chip inside the Sport Kit receiver, which seems to be commonly used in many bluetooth devices. A more technical look at the Sport Kit's innards is here.

I'm guessing that the Amp+ will work with the current Nike+iPod receiver, or come with a special receiver of its own that's compatible with the Sport Kit and Amp.

MacRumors · Nov 27, 2006, 10:52 PM

http://www.macrumors.com/images/macrumorsthreadlogo.gif

The December 2006 edition of Mens Health magazine includes Men's Health 2007 Tech Guide, which includes an unannounced product labeled Nike Amp+, a wrist-mounted remote for interfacing with the Nike+iPod system.

Quote:

Playlist miscues can ruin a run. That's the impetus behind this wrist-mounted Bluetooth remote, which lets you browse through songs on your iPod or check your run times without fumbling with the player. It syncs up with the Nike+iPod running system via Bluetooth wireless connection, displaying information on an illuminated LED readout hidden beneath the matte-finish face of the bracelet. Just stash your iPod in your pocket—no more fiddling with the sweat-slicked dial.

Interestingly, the description describes the watch as using Bluetooth technology. While the existing Nike+iPod Sport Kit uses the bluetooth 2.4 GHz frequency, Apple claims it uses a proprietary protocol.

In addition, many users have been reporting for some time that the latest versions of the iPod software for their iPod Nanos (v1.3 for Gen1, v1.1 for Gen2, available via iTunes 7) is described as having support for an "Nike+iPod Voice Kit." No other information about this mysterious product is available at this time.

It is not known when either product will be available. Mens Health claims the Amp+ MSRP as $80.

twoodcc · Nov 27, 2006, 10:54 PM

looking forward to these in Apple stores soon. would love to add it to my ipod nano when i'm running

pdpfilms · Nov 27, 2006, 11:04 PM

Voice kit?

Not sure how much easier it is to say "next" than pressing the next button... unless of course you're a parapalegic, in which case this is exactly what you're been waiting for.

ero87 · Nov 27, 2006, 11:13 PM

this looks awesome, i'm glad they're doing further development with nike. as of now, the nike+apple thing seems a little bare...

bdj21ya · Nov 27, 2006, 11:16 PM

Pulse monitor on wrist anyone?

Mechcozmo · Nov 27, 2006, 11:33 PM

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Originally Posted by pdpfilms

Voice kit?

Not sure how much easier it is to say "next" than pressing the next button... unless of course you're a parapalegic, in which case this is exactly what you're been waiting for.

I agree. Buttons are faster, easier, and quieter than speaking and hoping that the device recognizes you above the background noise. And if you are running, you haven't the breath to waste.

Is it possibly talking about the iPod that will speak the track names to you? That'd be cool and useful for people with Shuffles. No need to guess what track you are playing, and with Alex around, it might sound good too.

ipedro · Nov 27, 2006, 11:38 PM

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Originally Posted by bdj21ya

Pulse monitor on wrist anyone?

Man, I've been totally hoping for that!

I'm completely addicted to Nike+ and it's making an avid runner out of me. I go running every night to the sounds of Beatport.com. The only stats missing are my heart rate.

I do find that fumbling with my arm mounted band (no screen window) can ruin my pace and a watch like this would totally work for me.

I wonder if this device functions as a regular watch also.

Regardless, I'm totally getting it once it's at the Apple Store.

jessica. · Nov 27, 2006, 11:42 PM

Wow they certainly do claim BT technology but then again there is no evidence supporting a nano with BT today.

Flowbee · 12:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Macrumors

...described as having support for an "Nike+iPod Voice Kit." No other information about this mysterious product is available at this time.

Here's more information for ya...

Nike+iPod Voice Kits.

They were introduced around mid-October and provide spoken feedback in different languages for the Nike+iPod system. FAQ.

iMikeT · Nov 28, 2006, 01:35 AM

When was iPod Software v1.3 released?

Prom1 · Nov 28, 2006, 02:37 AM

This news sounds like a VERY close rendition of SonyEricsson's & FOSSIL's Bluetooth watch lineup.

> probably not going to be stylized.

KingYaba · Nov 28, 2006, 03:01 AM

This little device looks like fun

Flowbee · Nov 28, 2006, 03:14 AM

For those too lazy to click the link, here's a photo...

http://podophile.com/images/nikeamp.jpg

skwoytek · Nov 28, 2006, 03:30 AM

For those too lazy to follow the electron-trail. The information traces back to a Wiki. You know those user-editable sources of information on the web.

The Nike Amp+ was edited into the ShopWiki back on October 19th by a ladygaladriel.

Not saying it isn't true. But you know, it is a wiki. Nice product if it turns up.

iJaz · Nov 28, 2006, 04:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ipedro

Man, I've been totally hoping for that!

I'm completely addicted to Nike+ and it's making an avid runner out of me. I go running every night to the sounds of Beatport.com. The only stats missing are my heart rate.

I do find that fumbling with my arm mounted band (no screen window) can ruin my pace and a watch like this would totally work for me.

I wonder if this device functions as a regular watch also.

Regardless, I'm totally getting it once it's at the Apple Store.

I am really tempted to get the Nike+ but without a heart rate monitor it's kind of useless for me as I have a Polar s625x.
But add a heart rate monitor and a wrist band and you have a winner!

timmillwood · Nov 28, 2006, 05:41 AM

i want one of these, but i am waiting to see what the iPhone is like before i make any more iPod purchases

macintel4me · Nov 28, 2006, 06:09 AM

I wish Apple would make a special iPod for runners that looked exactly like that wristband but had wireless headphones. For runners, you only need about 1GB of space and for the battery to about last 2 hours. At least that would be good enough for 90% of runners out there. It just can't be that hard!

Nov 27, 2006, 05:01 PM	#1
lexus macrumors 68000 Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Depends Greatly On The Weather	Nike Amp+ Means BT iPod Coming http://www.menshealth.com/techguide/ Look under media players and then you will see the Nike Amp+. This means BT iPods are coming! __________________ Why?

Nov 27, 2006, 05:13 PM	#3
MovieCutter macrumors 68020 Join Date: May 2005 Location: DC, NYC, LA, Hong Kong, London, Dubai, Singapore, wherever the wind takes me and I happen to be filming/editing	Not it doesn't, it suggests that it works with the existing NIKE+iPod dongle. __________________ "Remember, the enemy's gate is down."

Nov 27, 2006, 10:54 PM	#10
twoodcc macrumors 603 Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Right side of wrong	looking forward to these in Apple stores soon. would love to add it to my ipod nano when i'm running __________________ tville pump Smarter than the average bear

Nov 27, 2006, 11:13 PM	#12
ero87 macrumors 65816 Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: New York City	this looks awesome, i'm glad they're doing further development with nike. as of now, the nike+apple thing seems a little bare... __________________ Macbook, *Snow Leopard*. 8gb iPhone

Nov 27, 2006, 11:42 PM	#16
jessica. macrumors Demi-Goddess Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: NC	Wow they certainly do claim BT technology but then again there is no evidence supporting a nano with BT today. __________________ persona non grata

Nov 27, 2006, 05:12 PM	#2
spicyapple macrumors 68000 Join Date: Jul 2006	LOL. Nice! Thanks for the eagle eye! luv ya bunches! xoxoxo

Nov 27, 2006, 10:20 PM	#7
Scottyk9 macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Canada	Apple's site states it is not bluetooth or Wi-Fi. Presumably the wristband would use the same proprietary protocol. http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=303934

Nov 27, 2006, 11:04 PM	#11
pdpfilms macrumors 68020 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Vermontana	Voice kit? Not sure how much easier it is to say "next" than pressing the next button... unless of course you're a parapalegic, in which case this is exactly what you're been waiting for.

Nov 27, 2006, 11:16 PM	#13
bdj21ya macrumors 6502a Join Date: Sep 2006	Pulse monitor on wrist anyone?

Nov 28, 2006, 01:35 AM	#18
iMikeT macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: California	When was iPod Software v1.3 released?

Nov 28, 2006, 02:37 AM	#19
Prom1 macrumors 65816 Join Date: May 2002 Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada	This news sounds like a VERY close rendition of SonyEricsson's & FOSSIL's Bluetooth watch lineup. > probably not going to be stylized. __________________ iPhone 3G[S] & JBL OnStage IIIp. PowerBook G4 Titanium 667Mhz [M8591LL/A] - A diamond in the rough!

Nov 28, 2006, 03:01 AM	#20
KingYaba macrumors 68040 Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Stuck in a rut...	This little device looks like fun __________________ Texas: illegally acquired; universally admired.

Nov 28, 2006, 03:14 AM	#21
Flowbee macrumors 68030 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Alameda, CA	For those too lazy to click the link, here's a photo... http://podophile.com/images/nikeamp.jpg __________________ Podophile.com >> Home of Nike+iPod hacks and FAQs.

Nov 28, 2006, 03:30 AM	#22
skwoytek macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005	Information from ShopWiki.com For those too lazy to follow the electron-trail. The information traces back to a Wiki. You know those user-editable sources of information on the web. The Nike Amp+ was edited into the ShopWiki back on October 19th by a ladygaladriel. Not saying it isn't true. But you know, it is a wiki. Nice product if it turns up.

Nov 28, 2006, 05:41 AM	#24
timmillwood macrumors 6502a Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Abergavenny, Wales, UK	i want one of these, but i am waiting to see what the iPhone is like before i make any more iPod purchases __________________ Macbook Pro 17" Core 2 Duo iPhone 8GB O2 My blog -www.millwoodonline.co.uk

Nov 28, 2006, 06:09 AM	#25
macintel4me macrumors 6502 Join Date: Jan 2006	I wish Apple would make a special iPod for runners that looked exactly like that wristband but had wireless headphones. For runners, you only need about 1GB of space and for the battery to about last 2 hours. At least that would be good enough for 90% of runners out there. It just can't be that hard!

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