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	\|As the app was removed from app stores, the shoe could not use most of its intended functions, such as customizing the LED lights and adjusting the fit. The software was not open sourced either, leaving many with a "bricked" shoe.		\|As the app was removed from app stores, the shoe could not use most of its intended functions, such as customizing the LED lights and adjusting the fit. The software was not open sourced either, leaving many with a "bricked" shoe.
	\|[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]		\|[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]
	\|<ref group="Video References">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cMldKmTk0Y</ref>		\|<ref group="Video References">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5cMldKmTk0Y ([https://preservetube.com/watch?v=5cMldKmTk0Y Archived])</ref>
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			{{CompanyCargo
	{{~~InfoboxCompany~~		\|Description=American clothing company known for its sneakers and workout apparel.
	\| ~~Name~~ = ~~Nike~~		\|Founded=1964
	\| ~~Type~~ = ~~Public~~		\|Industry=Clothing, Athletic Equipment
	\| ~~Founded~~ = ~~1964~~		\|Logo=Nike.png
	\| ~~Industry~~ = ~~Apparel~~		\|ParentCompany=
	\| ~~Official~~ Website = https://nike.com		\|Type=Public
	~~\| Logo = Nike.png~~		\|Website=https://nike.com
	}}'''[[wikipedia:Nike,_Inc.\|Nike, Inc.]]''' is an American multinational corporation specializing in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it became Nike, Inc. in 1971, named after the Greek goddess of victory. Its iconic Swoosh logo was designed by Carolyn Davidson for $35.		}}
			'''[[wikipedia:Nike,_Inc.\|Nike, Inc.]]''' is an American multinational corporation specializing in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it became Nike, Inc. in 1971, named after the Greek goddess of victory. Its iconic Swoosh logo was designed by Carolyn Davidson for $35.

	Initially a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics), Nike launched its first sneakers with the Swoosh logo in 1972, including the innovative Waffle Trainer. Over time, Nike expanded into sportswear and equipment, leveraging endorsements like Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan line in 1984. Today, Nike operates through retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale distribution while focusing on sustainable innovations like Flyknit and its "Move to Zero" initiative targeting zero carbon emissions and waste by 2025.		Initially a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics), Nike launched its first sneakers with the Swoosh logo in 1972, including the innovative Waffle Trainer. Over time, Nike expanded into sportswear and equipment, leveraging endorsements like Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan line in 1984. Today, Nike operates through retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale distribution while focusing on sustainable innovations like Flyknit and its "Move to Zero" initiative targeting zero carbon emissions and waste by 2025.

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 ==List of controversies and practices==
-[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]
+{| class="wikitable"
 [[Category:Shoe companies]]
 [[Category:Retail companies]]
 [[Category:Sporting goods manufacturers]]

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	\| Official Website = https://nike.com		\| Official Website = https://nike.com
	\| Logo = Nike.png		\| Logo = Nike.png
	}}		}}'''[[wikipedia:Nike,_Inc.\|Nike, Inc.]]''' is an American multinational corporation specializing in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it became Nike, Inc. in 1971, named after the Greek goddess of victory. Its iconic Swoosh logo was designed by Carolyn Davidson for $35.

	~~== Quick Introduction & Background ==~~
	Nike, Inc. is an American multinational corporation specializing in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it became Nike, Inc. in 1971, named after the Greek goddess of victory. Its iconic Swoosh logo was designed by Carolyn Davidson for $35.

	Initially a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics), Nike launched its first sneakers with the Swoosh logo in 1972, including the innovative Waffle Trainer. Over time, Nike expanded into sportswear and equipment, leveraging endorsements like Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan line in 1984. Today, Nike operates through retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale distribution while focusing on sustainable innovations like Flyknit and its "Move to Zero" initiative targeting zero carbon emissions and waste by 2025.		Initially a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics), Nike launched its first sneakers with the Swoosh logo in 1972, including the innovative Waffle Trainer. Over time, Nike expanded into sportswear and equipment, leveraging endorsements like Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan line in 1984. Today, Nike operates through retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale distribution while focusing on sustainable innovations like Flyknit and its "Move to Zero" initiative targeting zero carbon emissions and waste by 2025.
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	Recently, controversy arose over Nike discontinuing apps for its Adapt smart shoes, leaving customers unable to access features after updates or device changes.		Recently, controversy arose over Nike discontinuing apps for its Adapt smart shoes, leaving customers unable to access features after updates or device changes.

	== List of controversies and practices ==		==List of controversies and practices==
	[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]		[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]

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	== List of controversies and practices ==		== List of controversies and practices ==
	[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]		[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]
	[[Category:~~Companies~~]]
			[[Category:Shoe companies]]
			[[Category:Retail companies]]
			[[Category:Sporting goods manufacturers]]

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	{{InfoboxCompany		{{InfoboxCompany
	\| Name = Nike		\| Name = Nike
			\| Type = Public
	\| Founded = 1964		\| Founded = 1964
	\| Industry = ~~Sports Equipment~~		\| Industry = Apparel
	\| Official Website = https://nike.com		\| Official Website = https://nike.com
	\| Logo = Nike.png		\| Logo = Nike.png

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			{{InfoboxCompany
			\| Name = Nike
			\| Founded = 1964
			\| Industry = Sports Equipment
			\| Official Website = https://nike.com
			\| Logo = Nike.png
			}}

	== Quick Introduction & Background ==		== Quick Introduction & Background ==

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-== Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation ==
+== Quick Introduction & Background ==
-Nike Adapt is a line of self-lacing smart shoes introduced by Nike, featuring app-controlled functionality. These shoes represent a significant innovation in footwear technology, combining traditional shoe design with modern smartphone integration.
+Nike, Inc. is an American multinational corporation specializing in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman, it became Nike, Inc. in 1971, named after the Greek goddess of victory. Its iconic Swoosh logo was designed by Carolyn Davidson for $35.
-=== Key Features ===
+Initially a distributor for Onitsuka Tiger (now Asics), Nike launched its first sneakers with the Swoosh logo in 1972, including the innovative Waffle Trainer. Over time, Nike expanded into sportswear and equipment, leveraging endorsements like Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan line in 1984. Today, Nike operates through retail stores, e-commerce platforms, and wholesale distribution while focusing on sustainable innovations like Flyknit and its "Move to Zero" initiative targeting zero carbon emissions and waste by 2025.
-=== Nike Adapt BB ===
+Recently, controversy arose over Nike discontinuing apps for its Adapt smart shoes, leaving customers unable to access features after updates or device changes.
-=== App Discontinuation ===
+== List of controversies and practices ==
-On August 6, 2024, Nike announced the retirement of the Adapt app, which was crucial for controlling various features of the Adapt shoes:
+[[Nike Adapt: Smart Shoes with App Integration and Discontinuation]]
 [[Category:Companies]]

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	https://sneakerbardetroit.com/nike-ends-adapt-app-auto-lacing-shoes/		https://sneakerbardetroit.com/nike-ends-adapt-app-auto-lacing-shoes/
	https://www.wired.com/story/nike-kills-adapt-bb-app-self-tying-sneaker/?rand=7247		https://www.wired.com/story/nike-kills-adapt-bb-app-self-tying-sneaker/?rand=7247
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Thulsar at 07:59, 20 January 2025

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	Nike Adapt is a line of self-lacing smart shoes introduced by Nike, featuring app-controlled functionality. These shoes represent a significant innovation in footwear technology, combining traditional shoe design with modern smartphone integration.		Nike Adapt is a line of self-lacing smart shoes introduced by Nike, featuring app-controlled functionality. These shoes represent a significant innovation in footwear technology, combining traditional shoe design with modern smartphone integration.

	== Key Features ==		=== Key Features ===

	* '''Self-lacing technology''': The shoes can automatically tighten or loosen their laces via a smartphone app or buttons on the shoe.		* '''Self-lacing technology''': The shoes can automatically tighten or loosen their laces via a smartphone app or buttons on the shoe.
	* '''Smartphone app control''': Users can adjust fit, change light colors, and update firmware through a dedicated app.		* '''Smartphone app control''': Users can adjust fit, change light colors, and update firmware through a dedicated app.
	* '''Customizable LED lights''': The shoes feature LED lights that can be customized using the app.		* '''Customizable LED lights''': The shoes feature LED lights that can be customized using the app.

	== Nike Adapt BB ==		=== Nike Adapt BB ===
	The Nike Adapt BB, released as a self-lacing basketball shoe, was one of the prominent models in this line. Priced at $350, it showcased Nike's commitment to integrating technology into athletic footwear.		The Nike Adapt BB, released as a self-lacing basketball shoe, was one of the prominent models in this line. Priced at $350, it showcased Nike's commitment to integrating technology into athletic footwear.

	== App Discontinuation ==		=== App Discontinuation ===
	On August 6, 2024, Nike announced the retirement of the Adapt app, which was crucial for controlling various features of the Adapt shoes:		On August 6, 2024, Nike announced the retirement of the Adapt app, which was crucial for controlling various features of the Adapt shoes:

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	* This decision affected users' ability to access all features of their Adapt shoes, particularly those requiring smartphone control.		* This decision affected users' ability to access all features of their Adapt shoes, particularly those requiring smartphone control.

	== Controversies ==		=== Controversies ===

	# '''App-dependent functionality''': The retirement of the app raised concerns about the long-term usability of the $350 shoes, as some features became inaccessible without the app		# '''App-dependent functionality''': The retirement of the app raised concerns about the long-term usability of the $350 shoes, as some features became inaccessible without the app
	# '''Software update issues''': Prior to the app's retirement, a software update reportedly "bricked" some shoes, rendering them temporarily unusable and highlighting the risks of software-dependent footwear		# '''Software update issues''': Prior to the app's retirement, a software update reportedly "bricked" some shoes, rendering them temporarily unusable and highlighting the risks of software-dependent footwear

	== Impact on Consumer Electronics in Footwear ==		=== Impact on Consumer Electronics in Footwear ===
	The Nike Adapt line and its subsequent app discontinuation have sparked discussions about the longevity and support of smart consumer products, particularly in the footwear industry. This case highlights the challenges of integrating rapidly evolving technology with traditional consumer goods.		The Nike Adapt line and its subsequent app discontinuation have sparked discussions about the longevity and support of smart consumer products, particularly in the footwear industry. This case highlights the challenges of integrating rapidly evolving technology with traditional consumer goods.

	== Open Source Alternative ==		=== Open Source Alternative ===
	Nike's decision not to open-source the Adapt app has been a point of contention. By making the app's code publicly available, Nike could have allowed the community to maintain and update the app, ensuring that Adapt shoe owners could continue to use all features of their expensive footwear. This approach would not only have preserved the functionality of the shoes but also demonstrated goodwill towards customers who invested in Nike's innovative technology.		Nike's decision not to open-source the Adapt app has been a point of contention. By making the app's code publicly available, Nike could have allowed the community to maintain and update the app, ensuring that Adapt shoe owners could continue to use all features of their expensive footwear. This approach would not only have preserved the functionality of the shoes but also demonstrated goodwill towards customers who invested in Nike's innovative technology.

	== Consumer Implications ==		=== Consumer Implications ===
	The discontinuation of the Adapt app has several implications for Adapt shoe owners:		The discontinuation of the Adapt app has several implications for Adapt shoe owners:

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	This situation serves as a cautionary tale for consumers about the potential pitfalls of "smart" products that depend on manufacturer-controlled software. It also raises questions about the longevity and support of digital components in consumer goods, particularly in the footwear industry.		This situation serves as a cautionary tale for consumers about the potential pitfalls of "smart" products that depend on manufacturer-controlled software. It also raises questions about the longevity and support of digital components in consumer goods, particularly in the footwear industry.

	== Sources: ==		=== Sources: ===
	https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/11/nike-to-discontinue-app-for-expensive-shoes-already-bought-breaking-some-features/		https://www.techdirt.com/2024/07/11/nike-to-discontinue-app-for-expensive-shoes-already-bought-breaking-some-features/

	https://sneakerbardetroit.com/nike-ends-adapt-app-auto-lacing-shoes/		https://sneakerbardetroit.com/nike-ends-adapt-app-auto-lacing-shoes/
	https://www.wired.com/story/nike-kills-adapt-bb-app-self-tying-sneaker/?rand=7247		https://www.wired.com/story/nike-kills-adapt-bb-app-self-tying-sneaker/?rand=7247