So, I just downloaded the Nike+ GPS application from the App Store for my iPhone 4 (pro tip: it's free today since it's Nike+'s 5 year anniversary). I'm not a big runner, but I've been thinking that between a new bluetooth headset and a cool tracking app, I'll be more enticed to get my cardio on.
Now, from my understanding (reconfirmed by the tour of the app), the iOS application utilizes Location Services (aka the GPS chip) as well as movement to track speed, distance, location, etc. Fine.
So then the question becomes: do I need to buy and put a Nike+ sensor to put in my shoe? If so, why? I know I definitely don't need the kit (the kit comes with a bluetooth adapter), but is the sensor alone necessary...?
First gdgt question! Thanks in advance for the help and clarification.
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If you have the Nike+ GPS app for iPhone, do you need a Nike Plus sensor?
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I use to Nike+ GPS app to run (without the Nike+ sensor) and it works just fine! It uses the GPS inside the iPhone to record data and I imagine it's a bit more accurate than something like a pedometer. Granted, if you're doing trail running in a wooded area, you might have some issue with getting a solid GPS signal, but otherwise, you should be good!
Side note: I can't recommend the Nike+ GPS app enough. It runs in the background, updates you after every mile you've run (or kilometer, if you're of the metric persuasion) and keeps personal records for time, distance, and even routes (if you run a particular trail often, you can race against yourself.) It does all this perfectly fine without the sensor!
I use to Nike+ GPS app to run (without the Nike+ sensor) and it works just fine! It uses the GPS inside the iPhone to record data and I imagine it's a bit more accurate than something like a pedometer. Granted, if you're doing trail running in a wooded area, you might have some issue with getting a solid GPS signal, but otherwise, you should be good!
Side note: I can't recommend the Nike+ GPS app enough. It runs in the background, updates you after every mile you've run (or kilometer, if you're of the metric persuasion) and keeps personal records for time, distance, and even routes (if you run a particular trail often, you can race against yourself.) It does all this perfectly fine without the sensor!
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The short answer is, NO. (Kudos to Dave for a comprehensive answer though :-D)
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Nike has licensed MotionX's technology for this app which uses a combination of GPS data and accelerometer data to "fill in the blanks" when the GPS signal cuts out.
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