Interest in ‘winter sports helper’ wearable devices ↑

With the arrival of winter, major ski resorts across the country are opening one after another. Ski resorts in the Gangwon region are crowded with people who enjoy winter leisure sports.

Winter sports such as skiing and boarding involve high speeds, so there is a high risk of being exposed to injuries large and small. Wearable devices that provide a variety of functions, such as preventing safety accidents on the slopes and recording exercise indicators, are also attracting attention.

At a ski resort, you need to be aware of all situations, including sounds coming from behind or approaching from the side. When using personal audio devices, products that do not block your ears can ensure your safety. Representative types of open earphones that do not block the ears include bone conduction and air conduction.

The ‘Open Run Pro’ from global open earphone brand Sharkz is a bone conduction earphone that transmits sound directly to the cochlea without passing through the eardrum through bone vibration. The ergonomic design does not block your ears, making it easy to hear surrounding sounds when doing outdoor activities.

The Open Run Pro has an IP55 waterproof rating and is designed so that it does not fall out of the ear even during vigorous movement. In addition, it delivers a rich range of music elements through a clear mid-range, deep bass, and two bass enhancers.

Garmin ‘Phoenix 7 Pro’ is a multi-sports GPS smartwatch equipped with dozens of built-in sports apps. By linking it with your mobile phone, you can check incoming calls, texts, emails, and SNS alerts right on your wrist. It is also equipped with a power sapphire lens capable of solar charging and an LED flashlight.

Phoenix 7 Pro can record outdoor activity profiles, including skiing and snowboarding. It provides a ‘Ski View’ map containing slope names and difficulty level information for more than 2,000 ski resorts around the world. In addition, you can check indicators such as cadence, stride length, and slope along with ascent and descent data.

When filming activities on the slopes, a helmet-mounted action cam or wearable camera is suitable. GoPro ‘Hero 12 Black’ is an action cam that can shoot high dynamic range (HDR) 5.3K and 4K high-resolution videos.

Hero12 Black supports Bluetooth audio input, allowing you to connect wireless earphones and microphones. You can record voice from a distance or start video recording with a voice command. An enduro battery is provided as standard, so it can be used without difficulty even in cold outdoor environments.

Linkflow’s ‘Fit360 PB’ is a neckband-type camera that allows front and rear shooting. Two full HD cameras are installed at the front and one at the rear. Each camera supports a 126-degree viewing angle, minimizing blind spots.

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Fit 360 PB can be used as a personal black box to record unexpected situations during outdoor activities. The product weighs about 240g, similar to a smartphone. The ergonomic design reduces the burden even when worn for long periods of time.

An official from the home appliance industry said, “Using electronic devices while enjoying leisure sports can lead to a collision accident because your hands are restricted or you cannot hear surrounding sounds. As more and more people consider safety, interest in wearable devices is also increasing.” He said.