Apple and Nike shared that Apple Watch Nike+ will be available on Friday, October 28.
Apple Watch Nike+ combines the features of Apple Watch Series 2 with the Nike+ Run Club app. The Nike app features guidance from coaches and athletes and adaptable coaching plans. Th watch features Nike Sport Bands and watch faces inspired by Nike’s style that can be personalized with apps such as Activity Rings, Heart Rate, Stopwatch and Weather.
“Running is one of the world’s most popular activities for staying in shape and being healthy, and with Apple Watch Nike+, runners will be even more motivated to achieve their performance goals,” said Jeff Williams, Apple’s chief operating officer. “The response so far has been incredible and we’re thrilled to get Apple Watch Nike+ onto customers’ wrists starting Friday.”
“Apple and Nike share a passion to make life easier and more fun and we’re excited to bring a great running experience to consumers around the world,” said Trevor Edwards, president of the Nike Brand. “Apple Watch Nike+ with Nike+ Run Club app combine to deliver a powerful device with a simple running solution for all athletes and is another example of Nike’s commitment to bringing innovative products to the market.”
Apple Watch Nike+ features built-in GPS to track pace, distance, and route and is water resistant up to 50 meters. The Nike+ Run Club app is integrated into Apple Watch Nike+ and offers daily motivation through smart run reminders, challenges from friends and weather alerts. The watch shows training data including pace, distance and heart rate, are available at a glance, and the app promotes friendly competition, allowing users to send fist bumps to each other.
Apple Watch Nike+ will be available in 38 mm at $369 and in 42 mm at $399 from Apple.com, Nike.com, Apple Stores, select Nike retail stores, select Apple Authorized Resellers and select specialty stores and department stores, including Macy’s and Dick’s Sporting Goods.
