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If the only purpose of these shoes is to get directions, I would prefer a pair of bracelets, which I could wear on my wrists or my ankles.
by pqs 12y ago
If the only purpose of these shoes is to get directions, I would prefer a pair of bracelets, which I could wear on my wrists or my ankles.
- iamtew 12y agoSounds like something like the Xiaomi MiBand that was announced a few days ago. http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/xiaomi-miband-a-fitness-tracker-for-just-8-9620628.html http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/gadgets-and-tech/xia...
- icoder 12y agoExactly! Sure it seems 'logical' at first sight that directions for the feet are directed at the feet. But since all signals need to go through the brain anyway, I don't see why you can't replace this with a bracelet or smartphone in your pocket (two vibration patterns, should be easy to learn). Especially the latter saves you a lot of recharge hassles. Steps could be measured just as well with a clip on my shoe(s) so I can wear whatever shoes I want. I would be surprised if there is no disadvantage at all to run on these shoes (or inlays) compared to a pair of well chosen running shoes.