The idea itself is straightforward. Rather than picking up your phone every time you want to check a score, you swipe up on your watch and it is right there alongside your other glances. It sits in the same menu as your heart rate, step count and weather, so checking a score becomes part of the same routine as checking anything else on the watch.

It’s worth noting, the feature works through the Garmin Connect app on your smartphone. So you need to have this connection. Your watch pulls live data, which means you need to stay paired to keep scores and schedules current.

What leagues are covered

The lineup covers 15 sports leagues, which is a reasonable spread. Soccer fans get the Premier League, Bundesliga, La Liga, Serie A, Ligue 1 and MLS. American football gets the NFL and NCAAF. Basketball is covered by the NBA, NCAAM, NCAAW and WNBA. The NHL covers ice hockey and MLB takes care of baseball.

It covers the major US leagues and the biggest soccer competitions in Europe reasonably well. Whether it includes your sport will depend on where you are and what you follow, but for a large portion of Garmin’s user base at least a few of these will be relevant.

Setting it up

Getting the Sports Scores glance onto your watch takes only a couple of minutes. You swipe up from the watch face to open the glances menu, tap Edit, then Add and select Sports Scores from the list. Once it is added, you open the glance and start picking your leagues and teams.

You can follow multiple teams across different leagues at the same time. If you have a team you want to prioritise, you can set it as a favourite, which pins it to the top of the glance so it is the first thing you see when you open it. Removing teams is equally simple. You scroll down within the glance, select My Teams, tap the team you want to remove and select Remove Team.

Once the setup is done, the glance sits in your regular swipe-up menu and checking a score is as quick as checking anything else on the watch.

Which watches are getting it

The rollout covers the Venu X1, Venu 4, vivoactive 6, Forerunner 570, Forerunner 970, fenix 8, fenix 8 Pro, fenix E, Enduro 3, tactix 8, quatix 8, quatix 8 Pro and D2 Mach 2. If your watch is on that list and the feature has not appeared yet, check for a pending software update in the Garmin Connect app.

What is worth noting is what is not on that list. A large number of Garmin watches that are still perfectly capable devices are not getting the feature, and it is difficult to make a convincing technical argument for that.

A sports scores glance is not a demanding piece of software. It is essentially a data display that pulls information from your paired smartphone. Older Garmin watches have been running glances like this for years and the hardware is more than capable of handling it.

Garmin has a long and consistent track record of using software feature exclusivity to nudge its existing user base toward newer hardware. It is a pattern that repeats with almost every significant update the company releases. New features land on current models first, and older devices either get them much later or not at all. This looks like another instance of that approach.

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Runna and Amazfit now work together

This update means you can now link your Amazfit watch directly to your Runna training plan. Workouts will sync from the Runna app to Zepp, and once completed, flow back to Runna for post-run analysis. It’s two-way sync, and it’s all done behind the scenes once the connection is set up.

Right now, this only works on two models: the Amazfit T-Rex 3 Pro and Amazfit Balance 2. These are the first watches to get support, with other devices expected to follow. Runna says it chose to launch now rather than delay for broader compatibility. You’ll also need to update your Runna app to version 8.21.0 or later.

If you’re using a different Amazfit watch, syncing may still work partially through the Zepp app, but direct integration with Runna is being added device by device. A full list of supported watches is visible within the Zepp app under your training plan setup.

How the sync actually works

Once connected, upcoming Runna workouts are pushed automatically to your Zepp app. These then appear on your T-Rex 3 Pro or Balance 2 ready to run. When you finish a session and save it on your watch, the data syncs back through Zepp to Runna, where the app provides pacing insights and feedback tied to your plan.

Runna suggests tweaking a few defaults on your Amazfit watch for smoother workout tracking. Turning off auto-lap is one of them, especially for longer intervals. Otherwise, your splits might get cut up mid-way. They also recommend disabling auto-pause, since it can interfere with rest intervals during structured sessions.

If your watch supports it, voice prompts during runs can be turned on too. Runna uses these to alert you to pace targets or split changes. If that’s not available, you can still get vibration alerts.

Still run-based, for now

At the moment, only running workouts are synced. Strength training or other sessions won’t push to your watch, although Runna’s Calendar Sync lets you still view them in the app. There’s no word yet on when other activity types might be supported.

The integration with Polar is also in progress. Runna confirms that Polar doesn’t currently support full workout syncing, but that support is expected later this year.

If your Amazfit workout doesn’t show up in Runna, the first step is to check it synced to Zepp. If it’s there but missing in Runna, disconnecting and reconnecting the Amazfit account from Runna usually helps.

Deleting a workout from your watch or Zepp after it’s synced won’t remove it from Runna. So once it’s there, it stays.

Runna says this is just the start of a longer roadmap with Amazfit. For those with a T-Rex 3 Pro or Balance 2, the new features are already live via Runna Labs. Everyone else should see the update soon.

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A tennis bag that trains with you

The core idea behind the Nisplay Y1 is to reduce the hassle of setting up a ball machine. It combines gear storage and training functionality into a single compact unit. There’s no need to lug around multiple pieces of equipment or find a separate power source on the court. Instead, players can unzip the bag, turn it on and start hitting. Nisplay says the transition from bag to ball launch takes only seconds.

The outer build uses soft-touch vegan leather with quality zippers and fastenings, along with an ergonomic back panel and padded straps. The look is intentionally clean, avoiding the bulky industrial design of traditional ball machines. There are also magnetic modular attachments for extras like bottles, towels and rackets.

Training features with a focus on flexibility

Inside the Y1 is a dual-wheel launcher designed to produce topspin, backspin and flat shots. You can choose between pre-set drills that target different skills, or you can manually configure your own. The system supports up to 15 court target zones, with shot combinations adjustable to suit everything from basic consistency work to more intense rally simulation.

An interesting feature is the so-called Ball Boy mode. It offers one-shot-at-a-time delivery for serve practice or recovery drills, letting users control the pace more naturally. You can switch modes using the included controller, through a smartphone app or even via Apple Watch or voice command. The whole setup is built to be used solo, without needing to walk back and forth to tweak settings.

More than just tennis

Nisplay is positioning the Y1 as a multi-sport device. While it’s launching with tennis as the main focus, there are plans to support padel and pickleball too. Players in those communities often face the same challenges: inconsistent practice partners and limited access to training equipment. A portable launcher that fits in with standard gear bags could help bridge that gap.

There’s also a custom 58-inch mini racket accessory being offered. It’s meant for precision and control training, pushing users to move more deliberately and sharpen footwork. It’s optional, but it ties in with the broader goal of making practice sessions more engaging and dynamic.

Kickstarter coming soon

Now, this sounds very much along the lines of the Slinger Bag which we reviewed a few years ago. But something that is smaller in size. More recently we reviewed PongBot Pace S Pro – that one doesn’t look like a tennis bag but is one of the most feature-packed tennis robots you can purchase today.

The Y1 isn’t out yet, but early backers can place a refundable deposit to lock in a lower launch price. Nisplay lists the VIP tier at $499, compared to a future MSRP of $1,199. Actual payment only happens once the Kickstarter campaign goes live and hits its funding target.

This also isn’t Nisplay’s first rodeo. Their earlier L1 ball machine launched on Kickstarter back in 2022 and raised over $1 million from more than 2,000 backers. That model leaned more toward a compact traditional launcher, but it showed the company could deliver on crowdfunding promises.

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Among the growing list of performance-focused wearables, Helio Glasses stand out because they try to solve a simple problem in a very direct way. Runners and cyclists often glance down at their wrist mid-effort to check pace or heart rate. That moment of distraction is usually brief, but it can still affect form, awareness or even safety. Helio’s idea is to remove that need entirely by placing your data in front of you, just inside your field of vision.

A heads-up display for runners and cyclists

This early concept is meant for outdoor athletes who want real-time stats without the break in concentration. When paired with an Amazfit smartwatch, the Helio Glasses project pace, heart rate, and even navigation data into your forward view. You stay locked in and moving, with no downward glance required.

The units on show at CES are still very much prototypes. But the glasses will be lightweight, built with impact-resistant polycarbonate, and water- and sweat-resistant. Battery life has been tuned for endurance sessions, with Zepp Health saying it should easily last through a full marathon.

Controls are kept simple. You can adjust settings using buttons on the frame, or just manage things from your paired Amazfit watch. The idea is to avoid fiddling mid-run and let the glasses do their job quietly in the background.

A growing category of glanceable data glasses

Helio isn’t the only device trying to solve the wrist-glancing problem. ENGO 2 has been around for a while, using ActiveLook tech to show pace, heart rate, and distance right in your line of sight. It works with a bunch of watches and cycling computers, and it’s built specifically for endurance sports. It’s light, simple, and does exactly what most runners or riders need without overcomplicating things.

Form is another name that often comes up, but it’s a different story. Their smart goggles are built for swimmers, showing stroke rate, splits, and other data while you’re underwater. So while the idea is similar, put stats where your eyes are, it’s not aimed at runners.

Helio follows the same stripped-back approach. It’s not trying to replace your watch or act like a full-on AR headset. You wear it, it shows you what you need, and that’s it.

Not for sale just yet

Zepp Health has made it clear this is not a product launch. The Helio Glasses are concept-only for now, with a tentative target of the second half of 2026 if development stays on track. Details like pricing, hardware specs and final design are still up in the air.

Still, it is an interesting direction. And given how common it is to see runners and cyclists lifting their wrist mid-activity, it’s not hard to see the appeal. Whether the execution lives up to the idea remains to be seen.

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The footage is brief, but it is dense with implications. Tennis is not a forgiving activity for a humanoid form. It demands balance during lateral movement, fast visual tracking of a small object, timing of arm swings, and stability at the moment of impact. Walker S2 manages all of this without appearing stiff or unstable, which is what makes the demo worth a closer look.

What actually happens in the video

The robot stands opposite a human player and engages in a controlled rally. The pace is moderate. Shots are fed cleanly and predictably. Walker S2 steps into position, swings its racket, and sends the ball back over the net. Movements look coordinated rather than pre-frozen, with visible weight shifts and recovery after each hit.

This is not a robot planted in place with a single repetitive motion. Foot placement changes between shots. The torso rotates with the swing. Balance holds during contact, which is a critical detail. Many humanoid demos fall apart at this exact moment, when impact forces expose weak control loops.

At the same time, the sequence stays within a narrow envelope. The robot does not sprint, dive, or handle unpredictable spin. That appears deliberate. The goal here is controlled demonstration rather than stress testing.

Why tennis is a revealing test

Tennis compresses several hard robotics problems into one task. Vision systems must detect and track a fast moving ball against a complex background. Control systems must predict where that ball will be, not where it is. Locomotion must reposition the robot smoothly without destabilising it. Arm motion must stay synchronised with body movement.

Walker S2 showing competence across all of these layers at once is notable. Even if some aspects are simplified, the integration matters. This is closer to real world interaction than lifting boxes or waving to a camera.

Anyone who has played tennis will tell you this is an extremely difficult task. It is crazy to think a robot can not just hit a ball, but hit it cleanly and with fluid motion.

Autonomy versus demonstration

One open question is how autonomous this sequence really is. The video does not explain whether the robot is operating fully on board or receiving external guidance. That distinction matters, especially when demos circulate without technical context.

The movements suggest real time responsiveness rather than a fixed animation. However, the controlled environment and predictable ball feeds mean assistance cannot be ruled out. Until UBTECH publishes deeper technical detail, it is sensible to treat this as a capability showcase rather than proof of independent athletic performance.

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Why this still matters

Even as a demonstration, the clip shows how far humanoid coordination has progressed. Stable bipedal movement combined with dynamic arm motion remains one of the hardest problems in robotics. Tennis exposes weaknesses quickly. Walker S2 does not collapse, jitter, or freeze.

This kind of demo points less toward robots playing sports and more toward robots operating in environments where timing, balance, and interaction matter. Warehouses, factories, and service settings all demand similar underlying skills just with different tools.

The tennis court is simply a clear stage on which those skills become easy to see. We did review PongBot Pace S Pro a couple of months ago. The robotic tennis ball launcher is very impressive. But the device shown in the video is next level!

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Suunto brings route planning to your desktop

The new tool is now available at routeplanner.suunto.com, and the rollout positions it as the web companion to the Suunto app. It’s not a replacement, but more of an enhancement, designed for those who want to map out their next run, ride or hike with a clearer view of the terrain.

The core feature is route creation. You can draw freehand or snap to trails and roads, depending on your activity. It also accepts standard GPX, FIT and KML files for upload. Once a route is built, it syncs back to your Suunto app and watch, including turn-by-turn navigation support where applicable.

Heatmaps are fully integrated too. You can toggle across 17 different sports including trail running, cycling, swimming and more, each offering visibility into where the community is most active. The intensity of routes reveals local favourites, making it easier to avoid less popular paths or discover new ones without trial and error.

Features that favour flexibility

The Routeplanner isn’t locked into a single navigation mode. You can select different routing logics depending on whether you’re walking, biking or want to avoid steep gradients. Freehand drawing is also supported if you want full control. The inclusion of custom waypoints means you can plan for water stops, viewpoints or segments that matter to your training.

Sharing is straightforward. You can generate a link for your route that works whether the recipient is using Suunto or not. This is helpful for team events, group outings, or just coordinating plans with friends who use a different platform.

The map styles can be adjusted, too. From terrain-focused outdoor maps to satellite imagery, users can toggle between views to suit the activity they’re planning. Whether you’re looking at avalanche risk zones, ski routes or summer trails, there’s a layout that fits the purpose.

A long overdue addition

While Suunto’s app has long allowed mobile route building, it was never ideal for more complex sessions. The Routeplanner on desktop gives the experience some breathing room, and the visual clarity helps when designing longer workouts or adventures in unfamiliar areas.

The tool isn’t trying to be a full ecosystem hub like Garmin Connect, but that’s not really the goal. It’s a focused, clean solution for what Suunto users have been doing manually for years – drawing routes on third-party apps, then importing them to the Suunto app. Now, it’s all native.

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That means anyone with a pair of the original Smart Swim, Smart Swim 2 or Smart Swim 2 Pro goggles can now use the compass without needing a subscription. The update is effective immediately and doesn’t require a new app version or firmware update.

SwimStraight is designed for open-water swimmers who want to stay on course. It uses onboard sensors to calculate and display a live compass heading directly in the AR screen inside the goggles. Instead of having to lift your head and look for landmarks, the visual compass lets you swim straighter with fewer interruptions.

CEO Dan Eisenhardt explained the change was driven by consistent user feedback. According to him, making SwimStraight part of the free experience was both essential and overdue. That kind of language suggests this wasn’t just a business decision but a recognition that the feature had become too useful to stay behind a paywall.

A big software upgrade rolled out in November

SwimStraight going free isn’t the only update Form has made recently. In early November, the company pushed out a major firmware update focused on HeadCoach, its real-time digital coaching suite. The 2.0 version brings deeper insights and more targeted feedback, especially for swimmers training with specific goals.

HeadCoach originally launched with the second-generation goggles. It tracks key metrics like stroke rate, pace and heart rate while you swim, then provides post-session analysis in the Form app. With the 2.0 update, that feedback is no longer just about raw numbers. It now offers expert-style advice tailored to your objectives. Whether you’re trying to improve technique or build race performance, it highlights one area to work on based on your swim data.

What makes the update feel more integrated is how that advice carries into your next swim. The goggles display reminders during your session, giving real-time prompts tied to your individual focus area. It turns the goggles into a feedback loop, helping you correct issues while you’re still in the water, not just after the fact.

HeadCoach 2.0 is included in the Form Premium subscription. But SwimStraight no longer is. That upgrade is now a permanent part of the free feature set for all users, new or existing.

These specs remain the most comprehensive swim tracking goggles out there. Don’t forget to check out our full hands-on review.

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A new type of wearable has launched on Kickstarter. The Nuromova N1 is an EEG-based headband that tracks your mental state during training instead of just physical effort. It’s meant to give you a window into what your brain is doing while you work out.

This tracks your brain not your body

Most wearables track what the body is doing. Steps, heart rate, calories, sleep. Nuromova N1 flips the script. It puts the focus on what’s going on in your head. It’s designed for athletes who want to go beyond the physical and understand their mental game.

The star feature is a pair of Ag/AgCl EEG electrodes that sit over FP1 and FP2 positions on your forehead. These are backed by a reference and ground electrode, all built into a stretchy, washable headband. There are no lights, screens or distractions. It just wraps around your head and gets to work.

Inside the fabric, you’ll find a 6-axis IMU for movement sensing, and a linear haptic motor that vibrates in real time when your mental state changes. The idea is that the band doesn’t just track focus, fatigue, stress or emotional shifts – it actively notifies you when things start to slide. That feedback loop is central to what Nuromova is trying to do.

Battery life is short compared to a smartwatch. You’ll get between 6 and 8 hours depending on how often the haptics kick in. Charging happens via a magnetic pogo pin dock. It’s not wireless, but it’s simple enough.

AI is the real coach here

The device links to the Nuromova app over Bluetooth 5.0 and works with both iOS and Android. Once connected, it starts building a picture of your mental performance. You get a stream of metrics like Focus Index, Fatigue Index, Stress Index, Load, Effectiveness, Emotional state and Mental Toughness. These are tracked in real time and stored for review.

But the N1 doesn’t stop with just giving you the data. It tries to coach you based on what it sees. If you lose focus mid-drill, it might buzz you. After a session, it can offer personalised advice, flag mental dips, and even sync your brain data to a video timeline if you’re recording. That means you can watch yourself back and see the exact moment your stress levels spiked or your focus dropped. It also lets you take notes and auto-generate highlights with AI support.

It’s positioned as a tool for sports where mental sharpness matters. Tennis, basketball, high-intensity fitness, anything where focus and fast reactions count. Because it doesn’t wrap around your wrist or limit hand movement, it’s more suited to dynamic movement than most wrist-worn devices. The stretchable band weighs only 55 grams and has an IPX7 rating, so you can sweat all over it and throw it in the wash later.

Definitely not your average wearable

Nuromova is a newcomer. The company made its debut at WAIC 2025 and says it holds over 10 patents around the N1 and its software. The tech behind it is being marketed as a brain–computer interface for athletes. That’s ambitious, but also niche.

It’s not meant to replace your smartwatch or smart ring. It does things they simply can’t. No wrist-based device is reading EEG signals or buzzing when your stress level climbs mid-set. The real-time aspect is what sets it apart, along with the in-app coaching and video syncing.

That said, it’s early days. Nuromova is currently crowdfunding the N1, with a super early bird price of $329. They say mass production has already started, but as with any new brand, there’s always some risk. Shipping timelines aren’t guaranteed. It’s a premium device, but it’s also a bit of a leap of faith.

Price: $329 and up

Raised: $31,836 of $3,855 goal

Estimated delivery: February 2026
28 days to go before campaign closes

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You wheel it in like luggage and it’s ready to play tennis. Aceii One folds out and hits with you like a proper partner. It’s even designed to simulate actual match-play. The Kickstarter campaign is now underway.

The makers of Aceii One insist they weren’t interested in building just another spinning wheel in a box. They wanted to create a robot that actually plays tennis. That means it doesn’t just shoot balls.

Not your average ball launcher

The machine itself looks fairly compact. Its body folds down and fits into a wheeled suitcase form factor. Fold out the legs and it’s ready to roll. There is enough room inside for 120 balls.

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The thing uses differential drive tech, similar to what you’d find in robotics platforms, to sprint across the baseline or move up to the net. The acceleration tops out at 3.5 m/s², which is about the speed needed to match serious rallies. The company claims it can move from mid-court to sideline in 1.2 seconds.

Training, matches and more

Aceii One hits with you, reacts to your shots and changes things up based on how you play. Its vision system watches the whole court and follows your movement in real time, without needing any sensors or wearables. That’s how it knows where to fire the next ball, how fast to send it, how much spin to add and when to switch direction. It doesn’t actually return your shot, but it feels like it does.

At the same time, it records your rallies, saves highlight clips and tracks performance data. This includes shot speed, placement and consistency.

The machine supports everything from basic drills to more advanced match-style play. Training starts with rally modes that gradually increase in difficulty. From there, Match Play adds scoring and structure through three modes. Ranking places you on a scale tied to NTRP levels. Challenge rewards progress with new goals and achievements. Battle lets you compete with friends, test yourself against pro player profiles or take on shared virtual opponents from different locations.

It’s a different kind of setup. For solo tennis players, it brings structure, feedback and variety.

Coaching that goes beyond video

Another noteworthy feature is the coaching content. The Aceii app includes structured lessons co-developed with pro instructors and tennis academies. These are linked to training plans based on your NTRP score and hitting data. After each lesson, the robot delivers tailored drills to reinforce the content. You can either self-select your level or take an AI-powered test to get your starting point.

The app also allows full drill customization. You can dial in ball speed, direction, spin, interval and placement. Or use presets to simulate different play styles.

Bringing purpose to solo tennis

It’s still early days, and the Kickstarter will have to follow through before any big claims hold up. But as ideas go, this one sits at the edge of where robotics and sport start to blur. Whether it works as advertised is one thing. Still, the pitch should resonate with anyone who’s ever hit balls alone and wished it felt more like playing.

With 34 days to go, the campaign has already raised half a million dollars from nearly 500 backers. A single unit goes for $1,099 during the campaign, which is 48 percent off the planned retail price. If all goes to plan with manufacturing, deliveries are expected to begin in December 2025.

Price: $1099 and up

Raised: $498,002 of $3,857 goal

Estimated delivery: December 2025
34 days to go before campaign closes

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Tennis robots have been around for a while, but none that actually move and return like a real opponent. Acemate changes that. It’s now live on Kickstarter and it doesn’t just shoot balls — it plays back. Yes, you can actually rally with it. The device packs dual 4K cameras, full-court movement, and AI-driven shot analysis, turning solo training into something that finally feels like a real match.

Real footwork, real rallies, real feedback

Now, this isn’t a traditional launcher mounted on wheels. Acemate’s four mecanum wheels give it smooth 360-degree movement across the court. It can track you, shift positions, and hit back with forehands, backhands, topspin or slice. Rally Mode is the standout feature — the robot trades baseline shots with you, adjusts its pace, and reacts like a human sparring partner.

And it’s fast. We’re talking 80 mph shot speed, 60 RPS spin, and movement speeds up to 5 m/s. Serve intervals are fully adjustable between 1.5 and 12 seconds, with angles from 13 to 50 degrees vertically and up to 180 degrees horizontally. It can lob balls up to 8 metres high if you want to work on overheads or footwork recovery.

Ball capacity is split by mode. Rally Mode loads 30, while Serve Mode takes 130 (that’s 100 in the main bay plus 30 in the rally module). Just hit start on your Apple Watch or phone and get to work.

But there really neat thing is that it has an extendable net on top. That sees your return balls in real time and catches most of them. This means you are not limited to how long the rally can go. The catch net and inner buffer net use a patent-pending design to soften impact and reduce bounce-outs, so you’re not chasing balls after every rally.

Tracks your shots like it’s watching ATP highlights

The brains behind Acemate lie in its dual 4K binocular cameras. This setup gives it stereo vision, which means it sees depth just like you do. It knows exactly where your shot landed, how fast it was, and what type of spin you applied. There’s no wearable, no calibration, no setup.

AI crunches everything in real time. It detects shot placement, ball in/out, timing issues, swing mechanics, and builds that into live feedback. You get instant info on your phone or watch, along with full session breakdowns — calories burned, rally stats, serve accuracy, all logged for you to review.

Gesture controls, smart follow, and no cables to trip over

Acemate doesn’t just feed you balls. It listens. Wave to start or stop. Tap the app to shift drill type mid-session. It’ll even follow you around the court via remote control when you’re done, like a good hitting partner.

Battery life? Four hours on a single charge. The unit measures 45×55×50 cm, expanding to 170 cm when the net is raised, and it weighs 19 kg — light enough to roll into your trunk and drive to the next session.

Way ahead of typical ball machines

Compared to standard launchers, whether remote-controlled or basic app-linked ones, Acemate is in its own league. Traditional machines shoot. This one plays. It covers the court, tracks shots with centimeter-level accuracy, and responds in real time. It even estimates your NTRP rating based on performance.

Drill design is completely open-ended. You can set up unlimited training patterns, switch between serve, rally and lob modes, and even build performance-based routines that evolve as you train. That’s more than most smart watches offer.

For pros, beginners, and anyone who trains alone

This whole thing started because the creators couldn’t find consistent hitting partners or spare time for structured lessons. They built something that doesn’t just toss balls — it challenges you. You can play at full pace or start with short-court rallies to warm up. Use it for volley drills, serve practice, or match simulation. It’s all in one.

Whether you’re tuning your swing or simulating an ATP baseline slugfest, Acemate brings human-like rhythm to solo tennis.

A few days into the Kickstarter campaign the company has raised more than $1 million from over 750 backers. And that’s with another 50 days to go in the campaign. The starting price may seem expensive – but it is actually cheaper than traditional ball machines. Also, a typical Garmin Fenix watch now costs over $1,000 – which puts thing into perspective. If all goes well with manufacturing, backers can expect delivery in August.

Price: $1,499 and up

Raised: $1,155,760 of $30,000 goal

Estimated delivery: August 2025
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