The collaboration between Magora, Kookaburra Sports, and Jetson Industries (now SportCor) has led to the creation of am iOS application for SmartBall, a revolutionary IoT product in the cricketing world. This case study delves into the intricacies of the project, highlighting its impact on cricket and the innovative features it brings to players, coaches, and enthusiasts alike.
SmartBall.
Discover Magora's innovative solutions in mobile app development, including our pioneering collaboration with Kookaburra Sports and SportCor for the revolutionary IoT device.
- Client
- Kookaburra Sports and Jetson Industries / SportCor (SmartBall)
- Industry
- IoT Applications
Built by Magora
This SmartBall project was designed and built by Magora. We are a London software development company (since 2010) building IoT and connected-device software for UK businesses, from a free working prototype to launch and support.
01 / Brief
02 / Solution
Understanding SmartBall:
SmartBall is a result of collaboration between Kookaburra Sports and Jetson Industries (now SportCor), integrating an electronic chip within a traditional Kookaburra cricket ball. This chip enables the transmission of vital data directly from the ball during its trajectory, providing insights into crucial metrics such as speed and revolutions at different stages of its flight.
Functionality:
The iOS application developed by Magora serves as the interface for users to access and interpret the data transmitted by the SmartBall.
Key features include:
SmartBall Connectivity: Seamless connection with SmartBall devices allows users to record and analyze data directly within the application.
Comprehensive Analytics: Users can access detailed analytics on ball speed and revolutions at various stages, aiding in performance analysis and improvement.
Gamification Features: The inclusion of challenges and leaderboards fosters engagement and competition among users.
03 / Result
The collaboration has resulted in an innovative iOS application for SmartBall, revolutionizing data-driven insights in cricket. Through cutting-edge technology and design, the SmartBall ecosystem provides unprecedented opportunities for players, coaches, and enthusiasts to enhance their understanding and performance in the sport. Whether for personal use or professional coaching, the SmartBall app offers a comprehensive platform for cricket enthusiasts to engage, improve, and excel.
Project facts
SmartBall, at a glance.
IOS app that reads data from the SmartBall chip in a cricket ball
Client
Kookaburra Sports and Jetson Industries / SportCor (SmartBall)
Sector
Sport: cricket IoT
Platforms
iOS
Scope
Integrations: SmartBall device connection (chip in the ball); features: ball speed and revolutions at stages of flight, analytics, challenges and leaderboards
Results
Players and coaches record and analyse speed and spin data from the ball.
ServicesDesign · developmentCase published on our siteMar 2024
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