#13 • Pro Sports & The IoT




Farstuff: The Internet of Things Podcast show

Summary: In this episode, Farstuff explores how the IoT will completely “change the game” of pro sports — not just for athletes, but enhance and elevate all sports from a “TV-native” experience to an “Internet-native” experience for fans.<br> From swimsuits that have been banned at the Olympics, to the use of goal-identifying watches by referees in the World Cup, technology is quickly changing how we play, watch and enjoy sports. Come on along as Charles and Andreea explore some of the most advanced sports equipment available, where everything is going and what it all means for the future of sports coaching, strategy, and rules and regulations for actual competitions.<br> Whether or not you’re a sports fan, we hope you’ll find this exploration of how the IoT will impact professional sports to be a fun and interesting journey.<br> Relevant Links<br> <br> * <a title="http://www.zepp.com/" href="http://www.zepp.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zepp labs for a better golf swing</a><br> * <a title="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/news/y=2014/m=6/news=goal-line-technology-in-the-spotlight-at-maracana-2362956.html" href="http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/news/y=2014/m=6/news=goal-line-technology-in-the-spotlight-at-maracana-2362956.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Official FIFA-sanctioned Goal-line Technology</a><br> * <a title="Adidas Mi Coach" href="http://micoach.adidas.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Adidas Mi Coach</a><br> * <a title="http://shop.94fifty.com/" href="http://shop.94fifty.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Men’s Smart Basketball</a><br> <br>