Puma revives the legendary smart sneakers 1986

The updated model will retain the unusual design, but will receive a modern stuffing and can connect to smartphones.

Puma reissue "computer» RS-Computer sneakers that much ahead of their time. The original model was introduced back in 1986 and even then was able to count steps, measure the distance and keep track of calories burnt.

Compact to fit all the necessary electronics in those days it was not possible, so the Puma RS-Computer had an impressive bulge in the heel. It was there that were hidden all the sensors, and placed a 16-pin connector for a wired connection to the Apple II, Commodore 64, or IBM PC. On these computers using special software you can view all data collected on physical activity.

The updated model has almost the same design, but for the transmission of data is now provided Bluetooth and RS-Computer Shoe app for Android and iOS. It will be executed in a retro-style eight-graphics c.

Inside the shoe to install a modern three-axis accelerometer and a memory card capable of storing data on the training within 30 days. To recharge serve USB-port.

Updated sneakers Puma RS-Computer will release a limited edition in the amount of 86 pairs. They will be available for purchase in select stores in Berlin, Tokyo and London from December 13th. Price has not been announced.

Note that the RS-Computer were not the first intelligent shoe. More for two years before them, in 1984, Adidas released their running shoes Micropacer, which records the distance, running speed and the number of calories burned through the microswitch on the left toe.

All data is displayed on the mini-screen is placed directly on the tongue. No port for connection to a PC provided was not.