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Two huge brands have collaborated on the Nike + iPod. If you are a runner and bring your iPod Nano with you, then you can add pace, distance and time statistics with this device. Put the pod in the insole of your shoe and it will beam its stats to your Nano display. The Nike + iPod sport kit is only compatible with the iPod Nano. Press the center button to hear your pace in a spoken voice (your choice between a generic male or female voice). There is a celebrity feedback feature where either the voice of Lance Armstrong or Paula Radcliffe will congratulate you when you achieve a personal best.

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Great way to track miles run per week, calories burned, goals reached, and can map out your route based on where you live via google maps all from the Nike website
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Online integration with nikeplus.com
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Tutorial is very easy to follow.
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Not too expensive if you already have a Nano.
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Spoken voice feedback
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PowerSong feature (one-click to play your fave song)
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Easily upload run/walk data into iTunes and the web
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Battery isn't replaceable (have to buy a new kit if your battery dies)
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Only compatible with the iPod Nano
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RFID privacy concerns
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More information

You can view run or walk history from within iTunes, and you can upload your data and share and compare results with the community at the Nike+ website. There has been privacy concerns with this device as your position can be intercepted by an RFID receiver.

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7 comments about Nike + iPod Sport Kit

1.  avatar Erik  Jul 30, 2006 12:54pm

This is a great price for the functionality. I have a Nike watch and pod combo that does the same thing, but it costs $200. If you have an iPod, then this is a great value. Knowing your pace helps your running/training immensely.
2.  avatar Omar  Jul 31, 2006 2:55pm

The great thing about this, is that you don't need to shell out a ton of money for a new pair of Nike kicks. A lot of people have been purchasing the kit and then attaching it to their own shoes in a variety of ways. Check them out here (velcro style) and here (cutting in).
3.  avatar KD1964  Jul 17, 2007 3:56pm

Does it just work with the iPod Nano? Can it work with other iPods? Indeed it is really cool, a friend of mine showed me the site today and all of the cool benefits with the program.
4.  avatar Erik  Jul 17, 2007 4:03pm

Ya, it works with Nano. I'm in the process of finding out more information about it and I'll update the description on this page when I do.
5.  avatar Erik  Jul 18, 2007 10:05am

Only nano. wah wah wah. I think this is a great idea, and is really affordable if you already have a nano. I have a watch that does this kind of thing, but not as slick as this. It may be weird to have to run with your nano, though.
6.  avatar KD1964  Jul 18, 2007 10:30am

I think it is innovative to get to listen to your music as well as updates on how far you have run. The best part about it is that it can upload your data on the computer without having to manually input it.
7.  avatar KD1964  Jul 18, 2007 10:04pm

bummer it only works with the nano
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    Key Features:

    Manufacturer Apple, Nike
    MSRP $30.00
    Product Line iPod, iPod Nano, Nike+, PopSci Best of What's New 2006, Time Gadget of the Year

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    5 contributors -  Erik, Omar, Amanie, KD1964, yale
    Created: 07/30/2006 - 12:51
    Modified: 10/02/2008 - 17:56