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North Wales Live
6 days ago
- Business
- North Wales Live
Skechers launches £45 trainers with hidden compartment for Apple AirTags
Skechers, a trainer brand renowned for its comfort and support, has taken a leap forward with a new children's shoe designed to house an Apple AirTag. This feature allows parents to track their child's movements, marking a significant departure from the brand's usual slip-on trainers or shoes with 'cloud-like' inserts. The Go Run Elevate range, starting at £45, features a concealed compartment compatible with AirTags under the inner sole. The hidden nature of the compartment may offer parents reassurance as they can monitor their child's location, whether at nursery, in the park, or during a busy day out. Prices start at £45 for toddler sizes and go up to £55 for boys' and girls' sizes. However, it is important to note that the AirTag, which is central to the shoe's design, is not included in the price. These must be purchased separately. You can buy a pack of four, reduced from £119 to £89 on Amazon. Alternatively, Currys offers a pack of four AirTags for £92, reports Nottinghamshire Live. At a first glance, the price might seem steep, but it actually breaks down to a more affordable £23 per AirTag. No other brand has launched a line of footwear specifically crafted to house a Bluetooth tracker. But the concept is gaining traction on social media, with parents threading AirTags into their children's Jordan 1 laces, now retailing at £54.99 at the Nike Store. When compared to these methods, Skechers' offering appears to be a snugger and more comfortable alternative for embedding an AirTag within footwear, complete with a cosy design. The Go Run Elevate series boasts adaptive materials and includes an instep strap for added convenience. With the design being relatively new, there aren't many comments yet, but the feedback from consumers has been largely favourable, with the handful of reviews posted so far praising the shoes' comfort and functionality. A glowing five-star review stated: "The idea of this product is awesome, and Skechers are comfortable and offer good quality for a great price. "The fact that someone gave this product a one-star rating based on a suggestion to make these for adults didn't sit well with me." Another buyer remarked on how their child found the shoe 'so comfortable to wear'. Although a majority of purchasers are supportive of the design for their kids, it's sparked some controversy and debate. On Reddit, some users have expressed reservations about the design, with one individual commenting: "This is weird since Apple doesn't recommend using AirTags to track one's kids."
Daily Record
6 days ago
- Business
- Daily Record
Skechers launch new kids' shoes with hidden AirTag pocket
The Go Run Elevate range from Skechers has a hidden AirTag-compatible compartment under the inner sole, allowing parents to keep an eye on their little ones' whereabouts Renowned for their comfort and support, Skechers are a favourite trainer brand, even providing relief for those with back pain and mobility issues. Now, the brand has taken it a step further by designing a children's shoe with a hidden compartment specifically for an Apple AirTag. This allows parents to literally track their child's every move, marking a significant departure from their usual slip-on trainers or shoes with 'cloud-like' inserts. Priced from £45, the Go Run Elevate range features a concealed AirTag-compatible pocket beneath the inner sole. The hidden feature is not immediately apparent when looking at the shoe, which may reassure parents that they can monitor their child's location, whether at nursery, in the park, or during a busy day out. Starting at £45 for toddler sizes, the range goes up to £55 for boys' and girls' sizes, reports Nottinghamshire Live. However, it's important to note that the AirTag - the key product upon which Skechers have based their design - is not included in the price. These must be purchased separately and start at £28 per AirTag on Amazon. Alternatively, Currys sell a pack of four AirTags for £92. This may appear like a substantial expense initially, but it proves more economical - working out at £23 per AirTag. Currently, no other manufacturer has launched a footwear range specifically engineered to accommodate a Bluetooth tracker. Nevertheless, it's become a trending topic on social media, with parents fitting AirTags to the laces of children's Jordan 1's, for instance, now priced at £54.99 from the Nike Store. When measured against the aforementioned options, the Skechers appear to offer a more comfortable method of incorporating the AirTag into the shoe, whilst also providing a cosy design. The Go Run Elevate collection boasts adaptive materials and includes an instep strap. Being a fresh design, feedback remains sparse, though the overall reaction from customers has been favourable. The handful of reviews published thus far emphasise the comfort and functionality. One five-star assessment states: "The idea of this product is awesome, and Skechers are comfortable and offer good quality for a great price. The fact that someone gave this product a one-star rating based on a suggestion to make these for adults didn't sit well with me." Another buyer also remarked that their child found the shoe 'so comfortable to wear'. Whilst the majority of parents who have purchased these for their youngsters support the concept, not everyone does, and it's proving to spark controversy. with the design, as one individual posted: "This is weird since Apple doesn't recommend using AirTags to track one's kids." Shoppers can get the GO RUN Elevate 2.0 - Find My Skechers online now. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'.
