FORM has now launched its next-generation augmented reality swim goggles, the FORM Smart Swim 2. This innovative product is set to transform the swimming experience for athletes worldwide, offering real-time visual feedback and coaching like never before.
We have already seen the first smart running glasses on the market and we will see more and more new launches in this area in the near future. In swimming, the technology is already fully implemented and getting better. Proof of this is the recently launched FORM Smart Swim 2.
FORM’s introduction of the Smart Swim 2 goggles represents a leap forward in the integration of augmented reality within the endurance sports arena. The new goggles build upon the success of their predecessor, incorporating cutting-edge Waveguide optics technology and a suite of onboard sensors. These advancements enable the delivery of real-time metrics, guided workouts, and a level of swim coaching unmatched in the industry.
Features of FORM Smart Swim 2 Goggles
Among the notable innovations of the Smart Swim 2 goggles are:
- Integrated Heart Rate Monitoring: A novel, temple-based sensor provides swimmers with accurate and reliable heart rate monitoring directly in the water, facilitating heart rate-based training zones for swimmers at all skill levels.
- SwimStraight™ Technology: A digital compass, a first in the swimming world, aids swimmers in maintaining a straight path in open water, enhancing confidence, efficiency, and performance.
Approval from major triathlon and professional organizations underscores the goggles’ compliance with racing standards, marking a significant endorsement of their functionality and competitive edge.
Design and Comfort Innovations
FORM has meticulously refined the design of the Smart Swim 2 goggles, implementing a 15% reduction in size for a more hydrodynamic profile. Innovations aimed at improving fit and comfort include proprietary eye seals, extended temples for better strap connection, and a selection of arched nose bridges to accommodate a wide range of facial structures.
Enhancing Training with HeadCoach™ Technology
The FORM team has also upgraded its HeadCoach™ digital coaching platform, offering swimmers in-goggle technique awareness, skill development, and educational content. Leveraging the goggles’ sensor data, HeadCoach utilizes machine learning to tailor workouts for individual improvement, enhancing the training experience and skill acquisition.
The goggles offer practical benefits like eliminating the need for separate heart rate monitors and providing navigational guidance in open water, directly addressing common challenges faced by swimmers and triathletes.
FORM Smart Swim 2 Availability
The FORM Smart Swim 2 goggles are now available globally, retailing at $249.00/£229.00/€249.00. Each purchase comes with a free two-month trial of FORM Premium, offering access to an extensive range of workouts, training plans, and the innovative features that set these goggles apart.
Post-trial, continued access to premium features is available through a subscription service.
