Nike has today made available its new NikeFuel API in beta form to developers. NikeFuel has been designed by Nike to provide users with a way to track their activity during the day, and has been created to provide a health band which can link to iOS to start and hopefully Android applications in the future.
The new NikeFuel API allows developers to now create more applications for the device and expand the uses for NikeFuel. The API is limited right now to developers that took part in the Backplane 2012 hackathon during SXSWi in Austin, Texas.
What is NikeFuel?
NikeFuel is a unique metric developed by Nike to quantify physical activity. Unlike traditional metrics such as steps or calories, NikeFuel aims to provide a universal measure of activity that can be compared across different types of exercises and among different users. This means that whether you’re running, walking, or playing basketball, your activity can be measured in a consistent way. Nike+ devices capture your movements and convert them into NikeFuel points, making it easier to set goals, track progress, and compete with friends.
“NikeFuel counts all the activities of your athletic life. Running, walking, basketball. Nike+ devices measure your moves and turn them into NikeFuel. And since NikeFuel is calculated the same way for everyone, you can compare and compete with anyone.”
Potential Applications of the NikeFuel API
One example of what the NikeFuel API might be used for is a Shuffle app, which creates radio stations based on location, environmental sounds, a user’s speed, the weather, and other forms of data to figure out which song to play next. This kind of application could enhance the workout experience by providing a personalized soundtrack that adapts to the user’s environment and activity level.
Another potential application could be a social fitness app that allows users to create challenges and compete with friends in real-time. For instance, a group of friends could set a goal to accumulate a certain amount of NikeFuel points over a week, with the app tracking each person’s progress and providing updates and encouragement along the way.
Moreover, the API could be used to develop health and wellness apps that integrate with other health metrics such as heart rate, sleep patterns, and nutrition. By combining NikeFuel data with other health indicators, these apps could provide a more comprehensive view of a user’s overall well-being and offer personalized recommendations for improving health and fitness.
The possibilities are endless, and as developers continue to experiment with the NikeFuel API, we can expect to see a wide range of innovative applications that make use of this versatile metric.
As new applications using the new NikeFuel API come to life, we will keep you updated here on Geeky Gadgets as always.
Source: Slashgear
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