Sony to launch training headset for runners
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Sony Corp. said on Thursday it plans to launch a training headset for runners called Smart B-Trainer that uses music to help runners adjust their pace.
The 43-gram device monitors heart rate, calorie consumption and running pace, and even selects songs for adjusting the pace, from a databank that can store up to 3,900 songs.
The device is expected to sell for around JPY30,000 (USD250) when it hits store shelves on 7 March.
Questions & Answers
Q.What core functions will the Smart B-Trainer perform for runners?
What core functions will the Smart B-Trainer perform for runners?
The device is designed to monitor a runner's heart rate, calorie consumption, and running pace. It also selects music to help adjust the runner's speed and maintain their desired rhythm during training sessions.
Q.What is the expected launch date and retail price for the new Sony headset?
What is the expected launch date and retail price for the new Sony headset?
The Smart B-Trainer is expected to be available in stores from 7 March. It will have a retail price of around JPY30,000, which is equivalent to approximately USD250.
Q.How much music storage capacity does the Smart B-Trainer offer?
How much music storage capacity does the Smart B-Trainer offer?
The training headset features an internal databank that can store a significant amount of music. This capacity is sufficient to hold up to 3,900 songs for the user.
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