Form's smart swim goggles will soon be able to display heart rate data while being used in a pool. Starting in November, the smart swim goggles will be able to work in conjunction with Polar heart rate sensors to display the wearer's heartbeat. The new capabilities will come to the goggles through a software update, that will be compatible with the Polar sensor.
The Polar sensors will attach to googles with a strap that will sit adjacent to the swimmer's temple. From there, the sensor can transmit data to the googles, and it will also sync to the user's Form Swim App.
Heart rate information can help swimmers manage their workouts. The extra information will also help swimmers pace their stroke rates and keep track of split times.
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What's Driving This Trend
- Smart Swim Gear
- Integrating heart rate sensors in swim gear creates an opportunity for avid swimmers to monitor and optimize their performance.
- Wearable Health Tech
- Wearable technology that seamlessly integrates with everyday activities, like swimming, creates opportunities for the health industry.
- Software Intelligence
- Incorporating software that enhances the capabilities of hardware devices present new opportunities for software companies and hardware developers alike.
Who This Affects Most
- Sports and Fitness
- The integration of health and fitness technology in sports equipment and gear creates opportunities for the sports industry to boost performance.
- Wearable Technology
- Wearable technology companies, such as Fitbit, Apple, and Garmin, can capitalize on the integration of health technology and swimming.
- Software Development
- Developing software that enhances hardware devices allows for opportunities for software companies to provide value and generate revenue through new features.
