AI Tennis Partner Aces Kickstarter Launch, Promises Personalized Training & Realistic Competition
[CITY, STATE] – [DATE] – A new AI-powered tennis ball machine, the ACEII ONE, is gaining traction after launching on Kickstarter, offering players of all levels a customizable training partner and a surprisingly challenging opponent. Developed by Chinese robotics and sports technology company ACEII SPORTS, the device aims to solve a common problem for tennis enthusiasts: finding consistent, reliable practise partners.
The ACEII ONE isn’t just a simple ball feeder. It’s designed to function as both a training tool and a simulated opponent, leveraging artificial intelligence to adapt to a player’s skill level and provide a dynamic practice experience. According to early user feedback, the machine is praised for its simplicity and ease of use. “It’s great in the middle. So I like the level and speed as I want. And very simple… It’s very easy to use. So honestly,it’s very easy to approach all levels and people who have never done it before,” one user commented.
The machine utilizes a high-end machine learning algorithm and computer vision to track a player’s swing, footwork, and ball trajectory in real-time. This data informs customized training sessions focused on specific skills like top spin forehands or defensive volleys. Beyond basic ball drills, the ACEII ONE manages practice schedules and attempts to replicate the unpredictability of a human opponent.
Users control the machine via a companion app available on iOS and Android. The app boasts over 50 pre-loaded training programs, ranging from baseline rallies to net approaches, and allows for the creation of custom routines.It also tracks progress with a leaderboard and provides real-time voice feedback, offering coaching tips based on analysis of thousands of professional game data – including adjustments to backswing and serve posture.
ACEII SPORTS highlights the machine’s portability, noting it folds down to the size of a wheeled travel bag. A fully charged lithium battery provides up to 2 hours of operation while the robot is moving and 8 hours in a stationary state.
Currently available for pre-order on Kickstarter, the ACEII ONE is priced at $1,199 for “super early bird” backers (kickstarter.com/discover).The company positions the device as a solution for anyone struggling to find consistent tennis partners, promising a training companion and a formidable opponent in one compact package.
Tennis is widely recognized for its athletic benefits,providing systemic exercise to enhance muscle strength and flexibility,while also demanding both aerobic and anaerobic stamina. The ACEII ONE aims to make accessing those benefits easier and more consistent for players of all abilities.