April Fools: Virgin Mobile Canada launches SmartKicks line of wearable accessories

Virgin Mobile SmartKicksWearables are a hot market these days and everyone seems to be jumping in with their own fitness bracelet or smartwatch. But Virgin Mobile Canada has shown true out-of-the-box thinking and launched a new line of wearable accessories for your smartphone called SmartKicks. As you may have guessed from the name, you wear these on your feet and they promise “a stylish way to keep connected on-the-go.” The Virgin Mobile SmartKicks line of accessories so far consists of the Smart-Letto and the SmartSneak.

 “We love technology that makes our lives easier. But we also want technology that’s sleek and sexy,” said Joseph Ottorino, managing director, Virgin Mobile Canada. “SmartKicks are the ultimate mobile accessory for staying in touch while looking trendy. We’re thrilled to offer Canadians the chance to lace-up and try-out this new and innovative mobile accessory.”

Perfect for the runway or an evening on the town, the Smart-Letto come 4.5-inch heels and the following features:

  • Call “Home” from anywhere with the simple click of your heels.
  • Never worry about needing to tip-toe into a meeting again! These heels sync with your mobile calendar and vibrate 15 minutes before meetings to ensure you get moving!
  • Charge your phone on-the-go with a Retract-O-Heel plug-in phone charger.
  • The party’s on your feet with on-board Bluetooth speakers

For more casual days, you have the SmartSneak:

  • Dance on the beat with surround sound speakers on the toe of each shoe.
  • These kicks are motion-powered, so you never need to plug in to keep them charged.
  • Get smart with shoe-sole charger that powers by walking.
  • Sync with your calendar and always arrive on time with vibrating meeting reminders.

The Smart-Letto sell for CA$299.99 while the SmartSneaks can be yours for CA$229.99.

Virgin Mobile SmartKicks

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We have a feeling that you should move on these quickly – They will likely not be around for very long.



Source : Virgin Mobile Canada