Microsoft Unboxed: Technology in Sports (Ep. 3)

Опубликовано 21 февраля 2019, 17:00

CLARIFICATION: In addition to being a technologist, Anil Kumble is actually the *founder* of Spektacom. He’s also a world-renowned cricket legend, and was the captain—and later the coach—of the Indian cricket team. Learn more about Anil and the Power Bat: news.microsoft.com/en-in/featu...

►In the third episode of Microsoft Unboxed, Sonia and Colleen discuss the intersection of technology and sports. First, they explore a workshop run by Microsoft and local WNBA team Seattle Storm, focused on teaching kids STEM skills and life lessons through basketball. Next, they dive into the Power Bat, a cricket bat infused with IoT sensors, and how Anil Kumble, a former player and current Spektacom technologist, is partnering with Microsoft to investigate how data can improve player and fan experiences. Watch to learn more about how technology in sports can transform experiences in this week’s episode of Microsoft Unboxed.

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►Credits:
Anil Kumble and the power bat that is changing Cricket
youtube.com/watch?v=4qbqcSz10f...
Microsoft and Storm coach the next generation of S.T.E.M.
youtube.com/watch?v=8U6flkImGt...
Storm into S.T.E.M.
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►Learn more about the Seattle Storm: microsoft.com/inculture/sports...
Learn more about the Spektacom Power Bat: news.microsoft.com/en-in/featu...

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