Sports Tech – Page 36 of 52

Aug 27, 2015, 4:37 PM

Sorry, Russell Wilson: FDA cautions consumers about claims that special water can prevent concussions

After Russell Wilson claimed that special water helps him prevent concussions on the field, many poked fun at the Seahawks quarterback… Read More

Aug 27, 2015, 10:07 AM

Microsoft’s new NFL app for Xbox One debuts today with ‘Next Gen Stats’

Microsoft’s revamped NFL app debuts today on the Xbox One. As we noted earlier this month, the app has a… Read More

Aug 26, 2015, 5:06 PM

This app, used at the Little League World Series, is helping youth pitchers avoid long-term injuries

A simple app is helping youth baseball players preserve arm strength and avoid potential injuries later in their careers. GameChanger… Read More

Aug 26, 2015, 3:09 PM

Seahawks star Russell Wilson says this sports drink helps prevent concussions

Drinking special water will prevent you from getting a concussion. That’s the claim Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson made today on Twitter.… Read More

Aug 25, 2015, 3:13 PM

Bill Simmons says Steve Ballmer has no idea what he’s doing as an NBA owner

Yes, his Los Angeles Clippers may have advanced to the playoffs this past season, but Steve Ballmer still has no idea… Read More

Aug 24, 2015, 5:20 PM

Sony, Microsoft give away Madden NFL 16 as part of console bundles

If you haven’t yet upgraded to a PlayStation 4 or Xbox One and love playing Madden, now is not a… Read More

Aug 24, 2015, 3:53 PM

Maria Sharapova meets virtual reality: HTC, Valve power immersive U.S. Open tennis experience

Those attending next month’s U.S. Open in New York will have a chance to play tennis with Maria Sharapova …… Read More

Aug 24, 2015, 8:48 AM

Meet the 10 startups in the Dodgers’ new sports tech accelerator

Play ball! Today marks the first day for entrepreneurs participating in a new sports and entertainment accelerator hosted by the Los Angeles… Read More

Aug 20, 2015, 10:59 AM

From Microsoft to the MLS: Ravi Ramineni crunches data to help the Sounders win

Having worked at Microsoft for seven years on projects like Bing and fraud management, Ravi Ramineni understands how to extract relevant information from… Read More

Aug 20, 2015, 7:42 AM

TaylorMade enhances Microsoft Band’s golf tracking with myRoundPro app

Earlier this year, Microsoft and TaylorMade teamed up to help track your golf game. Today, TaylorMade and Microsoft announced the upcoming integration… Read More

Aug 14, 2015, 9:33 AM

Microsoft says it’s ‘just getting started’ with NFL technology

To help honor the Super Bowl’s golden anniversary — Super Bowl 50 is this February — you can expect some trips… Read More

Aug 12, 2015, 2:51 PM

NFL gives $2.5M to UW Medicine for new Sports Health and Safety Institute

The NFL today announced a $2.5 million donation to the University of Washington School of Medicine for a new institute… Read More

Aug 11, 2015, 5:39 PM

Technology at the PGA Championship: Drones, beacons, and more at golf’s fourth major

Technology has played a key role in each of this year’s major golf tournaments, and this weekend at the 97th… Read More

Aug 11, 2015, 3:32 PM

GeekWire Sports: How next-generation NFL stats will change the fan experience

With NFL training camps in full swing, GeekWire reporter Taylor Soper talks about the latest football technology news, including Microsoft’s use of next-generation stats… Read More

Aug 11, 2015, 9:00 AM

NFL inks multi-year partnership with Twitter to show more videos in your feed

The NFL and Twitter are teaming up again to deliver more football-related content to your feed. Starting this season, the… Read More

Aug 10, 2015, 11:46 AM

Meet the U.S. team that just won $6.6M at Valve’s massive eSports tournament

Welcome to 2015, where you can win millions of dollars in one week for being really, really good at video… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 2:54 PM

Microsoft will show ‘next-gen stats’ on NFL app thanks to RFID chips worn by players

You’ll be able to see how far and how fast some NFL players run during games this season on Microsoft’s NFL app… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 2:16 PM

NFL testing new Microsoft technology this preseason as Surface Pro 3 makes football debut

The Surface Pro 3 has arrived on the NFL’s sidelines. During this year’s preseason games, which kick off next Thursday, the… Read More

Aug 7, 2015, 7:57 AM

Vicis raises another $1.5M for high-tech football helmet that reduces brain trauma

Vicis continues to raise cash for its high-tech football helmet. Less than two months after raising $1.6 million, the Seattle-based… Read More

Aug 6, 2015, 6:55 PM

Spectators at the Dota 2 championships explain why they love watching people play video games

Why the heck do people like watching other people play video games? That’s the question we had in mind today… Read More

Aug 5, 2015, 9:51 AM

Microsoft giving Seahawks fans free tickets, memorabilia for using Bing search engine

Microsoft is giving Seahawks fans a reason to use its search engine over competitors. Bing teamed up with Seattle’s professional football… Read More

Aug 4, 2015, 2:28 PM

MLB’s tech arm preps to spin out into $3B business, inks big rights deal with NHL

The technology arm of Major League Baseball — MLB Advanced Media — has a $600 million deal in place with the National… Read More

Aug 4, 2015, 8:46 AM

Microsoft announces Halo World Championship with $1M prize, sequel to Halo Wars

Microsoft is doubling down on its push into the world of professional gaming, announcing a new “Halo World Championship” e-sports competition.… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 5:36 PM

Talking tech with Seahawks wide receiver and self-proclaimed nerd Doug Baldwin

As far as technology know-how, Doug Baldwin leads the way for the Seattle Seahawks. That’s at least according to Baldwin himself,… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 10:38 AM

More than $18M in prize money on the line as Valve’s huge Dota 2 tournament kicks off in Seattle

If you need another reminder of eSports’ growing popularity, just check out the scene at Key Arena in Seattle this… Read More

Aug 3, 2015, 7:36 AM

Microsoft’s latest acquisition lets sales teams operate like fantasy sports leagues

Microsoft has acquired the startup behind sales gamifaction platform FantasySalesTeam as it looks to bring fantasy sports-like competition to its Dynamics… Read More

Jul 30, 2015, 1:47 PM

Testing run analysis technology at Nike’s re-designed store in downtown Seattle

If you’re looking for that perfect pair of running shoes, Nike has some new technology at its re-designed downtown store in… Read More

Jul 29, 2015, 8:54 PM

Only in Seattle: Meet the guy with a custom-designed Windows 10 Seahawks jersey

William Longmire calls himself “Microsoft Fanman No. 1.” He also happens to be a Seattle Seahawks supporter. So with Windows 10 launching Wednesday and the… Read More

Jul 29, 2015, 2:00 PM

Here’s the Microsoft-branded car Dale Earnhardt Jr. will drive at the ‘Windows 10 400’ NASCAR Pocono race

Microsoft meets NASCAR this weekend at Pocono Raceway. Just a few days after the Redmond giant debuts its newest operating system… Read More

Jul 29, 2015, 8:43 AM

You can live stream every Super Bowl ad next year for the first time ever thanks to CBS

You won’t need a TV to watch Super Bowl advertisements in real time next year. Variety reports that CBS will… Read More