IoT sensors play ball

Consumer trends for electronics are riding the tsunami wave of wearable computer products, which extends to many other areas including sensors that help us get specific information about our surroundings. For example, week-end warriors can now improve their baseball bat swing. Thanks to a product that was developed from a close collaboration of  STMicroelectronics and Blast Motion who introduced their first product, Blast Baseball.

Weighing less than an ounce and dustproof, shockproof and waterproof, Blast’s Precision Motion Sensor attaches to the end of any bat. Bluetooth smart technology transmits accurate swing analytics to your iPhone or iPad while you play. Blast Baseball’s accuracy can be compared to some of the most sophisticated tracking systems in the world. Blast Baseball even understands the difference between practice swings and real hits, and can store swing information when the sensor is out of range of its partnered mobile device. These new products are complex but simply employed This one for baseball provides a motion sensor, bat attachment, and a downloadable app and you’re ready to swing for the fences.

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