The Ultratide Puts Surfing-Related Alerts and Information On Your Wrist
Rahul Kalvapalle — April 22, 2015 — Fashion
The Ultratide is a surfing watch that keeps you posted on surfing conditions so you can be ready to head out when you know that conditions are good. The watch is the result of a collaboration between Surfline, an app that provides smartphone alerts on surf conditions, and Nixon.
While there are other surf watches out there, what makes the Ultratide unique is that it provides 10 real-time data points that include variables such as wave height, swell height/direction, wind speed/direction, water temperature, air temperature and tide readings for a period of 48 hours.
Surfing is one of those activities that requires you to be ready to head out as soon as you hear that conditions are good. Therefore it's imperative to be able to get accurate alerts as soon as possible, and the Ultratide offers just that.
While there are other surf watches out there, what makes the Ultratide unique is that it provides 10 real-time data points that include variables such as wave height, swell height/direction, wind speed/direction, water temperature, air temperature and tide readings for a period of 48 hours.
Surfing is one of those activities that requires you to be ready to head out as soon as you hear that conditions are good. Therefore it's imperative to be able to get accurate alerts as soon as possible, and the Ultratide offers just that.
Trend Themes
1. Real-time Surfing Data - The Ultratide's provision of 10 real-time data points opens up opportunities for personalized surf condition alerts and advanced analytics.
2. Wearable Technology - The emergence of surfing watches like the Ultratide showcases the potential for wearable devices to provide specific niche information and enhance outdoor experiences.
3. Collaborative Innovations - The partnership between Surfline and Nixon highlights the potential for collaboration between technology providers and lifestyle brands to create innovative products for niche markets.
Industry Implications
1. Surfing Equipment Manufacturing - The Ultratide presents an opportunity for surfing equipment manufacturers to integrate advanced sensor technology and data analysis capabilities into their products.
2. Smartwatch Development - The Ultratide's success signifies the potential for smartwatch developers to create specialized apps and features aimed at various sports and outdoor activities.
3. Mobile App Development - The collaboration between Surfline and Nixon emphasizes the need for mobile app developers to explore partnerships with lifestyle brands and provide real-time personalized information to users.
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