Major League Baseball star Mike Trout, one of the league's best players, could get even better as sports tech company Zepp has created a smart bat with swing sensor so he can learn more about his swing and stroke.
The integrated swing sensor has the ability to measure and track various aspects of the player's swing, including angle, impact speed, swing duration and more.
The smart bat's sensor is integrated into the bat's grip and sends the data into the user's smartphone.
"Zepp lets me see my swing in 3D with my bat speed and angle to the ball," said Trout. "If you can have that extra step over everybody else, it is definitely going to help you."
The sensor can provide suggestions to users on aspects that need to be enhanced based on the collected data.
"Zepp lets me look at my swing's performance and progress so I can make the adjustments to improve at the plate," said Trout. "For me, I want to have consistency throughout the season and this is the guide."
The Los Angeles Angels centerfielder went on to say that he uses the data from the app as reference and he shares them to his hitting coach to improve his baseball game.
The smart bat sensor is not only built for Trout. The company has also teamed up with other baseball teams and players, such as David Ortiz of Boston Red Sox, to assist them in analyzing their swing.
The company has also partnered with little leagues to give kids the opportunity to compare their swings to professional players, like Trout.
"As a kid, you're just out there swinging. You don't know what you're doing," said Trout. "You're out there just trying to make contact. With the app, to show you video of it, you know that's the stuff I'm dealing with now."
Those who wish to buy the sensor which comes with the app should shell out $99.99 (from $149.99).The company is offering a free shipping plus 30-day money back guarantee.
Interested buyers may head on over to Zepp's website to learn more about this smart bat sensor.
