Nike Plans To Add Auto-Lacing Technology To More Shoes: Report

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Nike Adapt BB

Nike continues to be on that futuristic wave.

Back in February, Nike released the Nike Adapt BB to the world which was an update on their original self-lacing sneaker, the Nike HyperAdapt. Not only was the Adapt BB significantly cheaper, but it also comes with an app that allows you to adjust your shoes straight from your phone. Its a genius idea that consumers have enjoyed so far, even if there have been a few bugs here and there. Nike is still looking to perfect the technology and according to a new report, it looks as though the Beaverton brand wants to expand the reach of auto-lacing technology by bringing it to more models.

"Building off the successful adaptive basketball launch this quarter, we’ll expand the platform into new categories and embed the Adapt technology even further into our digital eco-system," Nike Mark Parker said in an earnings call, according to Sole Collector.

Nike Plans To Add Auto-Lacing Technology To More Shoes: Report
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Parker didn't elaborate on which silhouettes would be getting the technology, but we can imagine it will most likely be coming to performance shoes, specifically those that fall under Nike Basketball. The auto-lacing technology poses an advantage for athletes who need adjustments on the fly. 

So far NBA stars like Kyle Kuzma have been repping the Nike Adapt BB on the court.


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Alexander Cole is the current Managing Editor of HotNewHipHop. He started at HotNewHipHop back in 2018 where he began as a Sports and Sneakers writer. During this time, he has shown an expertise in Air Jordans, Yeezys, and all things that have to do with Nike. His favorite kicks are the Air Jordan 1 High OG, the Air Jordan 4, the Air Jordan 6, and the Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 in the "Beluga 2.0" colorway. Although his collection might not be the biggest, he is always looking to add new styles to it. When it comes to sports, Alex has a particular interest in the NBA and the NFL. His favorite teams are anywhere LeBron goes, and the Kansas City Chiefs. As a Montrealer, the Montreal Canadiens hold a special place in his heart, even if they haven't won the Stanley Cup in his lifetime. Alex also works for the Concordia Stingers, where he provides play-by-play and color commentary for the football, hockey, and basketball teams His favorite hip-hop artists are Kendrick Lamar, Playboi Carti, Travis Scott, and Lil Uzi Vert.