Brooks Releases the First Ever Voice-Enabled Running Shoes

Gear Diary is reader-supported. When you buy through links posted on our site, we may earn a commission at no cost to you. You can learn more by clicking here.

Brooks Running

Brooks Running has always been at the forefront of high tech sneakers, and now they’ve come out with the first voice-enabled running speaker. The PureFlow 7.5 packs in motivational light sensors with a one-of-a-kind virtual running assistant named MILES (Motivational Intelligence Light Encouragement System).

We’ve tested headphones and wearables with built-in coaches, so having a running assistant inside your running shoes is the logical next step. The shoes help fuel your run and coach you as you go.

The shoes come with On-Demand Support. Running out of steam? Tell MILES that you’re tired and the sneakers will initiate a “tickle mode” that will keep you err, motivated to keep running. Directional Guidance helps you locate the nearest bathroom when you need it. The never Lost Feature helps you find your way back home. Personal Friendship lets you chat up with MILES on the run so that you don’t feel lonely.

Brooks Pureflow 7.5 will retail for $300. It will be available for men and women in a choice of one color.

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Thanks for your support!

About the Author

Helena Stone
Noticing that there was a void of female influence in the technology blogosphere, Helena started Chip Chick in 2004. The site grew to become the no 1. tech site for women, which she ran as Editor-in-Chief until 2017. A native New Yorker, Helena holds a Masters in Digital Imaging and Design from NYU. Helena has been featured on MSNBC, Wired, ABC News, People Style & Watch, Time Magazine, Woman’s Day magazine, and other major news outlets. And when she is not busy testing out new gear, she can be found trotting the globe, looking for the next hot gadget.