Interfacing portable media devices and sports equipment
US8047966B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 26, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA63B2230/75
- WIPO fieldFurniture, games
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
Circuits, methods, and apparatus that allow sports or other equipment, such as gym or other cardio equipment, to write data to a media player. Examples further provide the uploading of this data to a computer and third-party website. To monitor progress, the third-party website can be used to track workout data over time. The third party-website can also collect data from other users, which is particularly useful for providing a competitive environment. This data can then be graphically displayed in various ways to provide encouragement.
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