The wearables market has a new sporting superstar as the Zepp Multi-Sport sensor hits the UK with detailed swing tracking in tow.
Having been available in the US for a little over a year, the Zepp sensor is an ideal training tool for any budding golfer or wannabe tennis star. Capable of capturing 1,000 data points per second, the device syncs with your smartphone or tablet to offer a detailed breakdown of your swings.
A compact, 1-inch square device which weighs just 6.3g, the unobtrusive Zepp sensor works with a family of accompanying apps – there are sport specific options for golf, tennis and baseball/softball – to show you how you’re currently performing and how to improve.
On the golf side of things, the little yellow square can keep tabs on your club speed, measure your swing tempo and track your hip rotation and the angle of the club. All this data is relayed into the app where you can watch your mapped swings back.
This data is worthless without a little guidance. Fortunately the Zepp platform has this covered. You are awarded a SwingScore for each shot, with handy tips and pro videos helping you work on certain points.
Tennis is a similar situation with your shot types – forehand, backhand, serve – applied spin and shot power all captured.
“We have seen huge success in our native US with Zepp and are very excited to properly introduce it into the UK,” Zepp CEO, Jason Fass said.
He added: “We’ve built a platform that delivers impactful data and instant feedback to athletes and coaches allowing them to analyse and improve their game like never before.
“The sensor and dedicated sport apps aim to change the way people practice, play, and experience the sports they love.”
If you don’t fancy lugging your iPad to the driving range or tennis court, don’t worry, the Zepp sensor features enough flash storage to store up to 2,000 golf swings or a massive 200,000 tennis swings between syncs.
Although the sensor is the same, the required mounts are different so Zepp Golf and Zepp Tennis packages are available. They are priced at £129.99 and are available now through a number of online and high street retailers.
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