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University of Florida looks at how coaches use data to help players

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  • Two University of Florida engineering graduate students presented research at a conference in Japan on how coaches use data to improve athletic performance.
  • The students’ research focused on how coaches in collegiate athletics utilize data from wearable sensors and other technology.
  • The research found that coaches use data to make decisions about training, strategy, and injury prevention.

Shortly after the confetti settled over the University of Florida’s basketball championship in April, two graduate students studying artificial intelligence traveled to Japan to discuss how coaches are using data and technology to maximize player performance and safety. 

Accomplished athletes themselves, UF engineering students Mollie Brewer and Kevin Childs are co-primary investigators on a paper exploring how coaches analyze data — often from wearable sensors — to shape training and strategy and, ultimately, win more games.

If a player comes off an intense workout, for example, coaches can look at the data and determine if that player needs rest before the next game. This means successful coaches — like those coaching the championship basketball team — are adding “data analyst” to their roles. 

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Brewer and Childs’ paper was selected for presentation at the renowned Association for Computing Machinery CHI conference in Yokohama, Japan, which ran April 26 to May 2. It was a big deal, not just because UF students are getting an international spotlight on their AI in athletics research but also because the pair’s very first research paper was chosen for a highly competitive world conference.

“This is a look into how coaches use technology within collegiate athletics,” Childs said. “We have a lot of studies talking to recreational athletes. We have some studies within the human computer-interaction area looking at professional sports. But we don’t really have an understanding of how technology is used in systems like collegiate athletics.”

Brewer added: “And we’re not going to lie, bringing it to a conference on the back of a national championship is even more exciting.” Brewer and Childs are Ph.D. engineering students and key players in the $2.5 million UF & Sport Collaborative initiative that, among other things, explores how AI data can maximize athletic performance and reduce injuries.

Known as the AI-Powered Athletics project, this partnership between the Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering and the University Athletic Association (UAA) delves deep into wearables such as fitness trackers and other sensors attached to athletes to provide information for AI databases.  

“This paper was on the coach’s perspective of what types of technology and data are being used in collegiate athletics,” Brewer said. “We’re presenting how the landscape of data flows in this environment and also finding the opportunities to improve technology and data usage among these top-level coaches.”

The researchers worked with five teams and 17 coaches. For privacy, they were not able to reveal what teams participated. 

But a March article on floridagators.com reported UF’s basketball team utilizes data for decisions on the court and in training. Heading into the SEC Tournament in March, for example, coaches used the data to increase intensity at practices to ensure optimum stamina if the team had to play three games in three days (which it did). 

As data analysts, coaches are figuring out what the numbers mean for individual athletes, particularly the relationship between intensity and injury.“They’re intaking data from dozens of sources and processing this to figure out the optimal training plan,” Childs said. “For example, there are GPS IMUs — inertial measurement units — being worn by a lot of student athletes. They are little vests with sensors between the shoulder blades. It captures all their position data, how fast they jump, how fast they’re moving.” 

Another conclusion: Coaching is not a one-person job in collegiate athletics. 

“There’s an entire interdisciplinary team, and that information is shared among everybody to make decisions, and sometimes the same technology output is used by different roles,” Brewer said. “A dietician may use it one way. An athletic trainer may use the output for return to play, but they’re all communicating together.”

Brewer is a cyclist, and Childs was a competitive swimmer. They know the ins and outs of competition and results. This research sharpens the competitive edge, that “last-second buzzer beater — anything you can do to get that extra 1%,” Childs said.“We are so proud of Mollie and Kevin’s innovative thinking and hard work,” said Kristy Boyer, a professor in UF’s Department of Computer & Information Science and Engineering, and one of collaborators on the paper. “This project exemplifies what can happen when university faculty and innovators within the athletic association come together with a common goal.”  In addition to Brewer, Childs and Boyer, the paper’s other collaborators include Kevin Butler from the Department of Computer & Information Science and Engineering, Garrett F. Beatty from UF’s College of Health and Human Performance, Spencer Thomas from the UAA, and Jennifer Nichols, Daniel Ferris and Celeste Wilkins from UF’s J. Crayton Pruitt Family Department of Biomedical Engineering.

As for exploring Japan?

“The experience was amazing,” Childs said. “Some of the highlights were traveling to random spots on a map with Mollie and trying out different food. Conveyor-belt sushi offered a fun game of guessing what variety of seafood was on the plate, and I think I satisfied my yearly quota of ramen consumption.”“We loved connecting with new faces at CHI and getting inspired by the exciting research on the horizon,” Brewer added. “After our presentation, we ran out to join our new friends for a jog around the bay, just in time to catch a rare view of Mt. Fuji at sunset. It felt like the universe’s quiet nod of ‘well done.’ ” 

— Dave Schlenker is a public relations specialist for the University of Florida’s Herbert Wertheim College of Engineering.



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ASUS Republic of Gamers presents next-gen gaming innovations, commemorates 20 years of gaming excellence at CES 2026

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Designed for those who need performance on the go, the Zephyrus line-up delivers all-day power and stunning visuals in a sleek, ultraportable chassis. With smart AI features and efficient cooling, it keeps creators and gamers productive and immersed wherever they are.

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The Zephyrus G14 (GU405) and G16 (GU606) feature Intel Core Ultra Series 3 processors, delivering flexible performance and up to 50 TOPS of NPU power for local AI tasks and in-game AI workflows. The G14 GU405 supports up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5080 Laptop GPU, and the G16 GU606 up to  GeForce RTX 5090, with NVIDIA Blackwell architecture, DLSS 4, and Frame Generation.  Max GPU TGP has been increased by up to 23% in manual mode, from 120W to 130W on the G14 and 130W to 160W on the G16. The G14 (GA403) is also available with a next-gen AMD Ryzen AI processor, offering Copilot+ certification and local AI execution.

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In terms of display, they now feature a new 1100-nit Nebula HDR display with Nebula HDR engine tuning, delivering richer highlights, deeper contrast, and more lifelike HDR visuals, while providing 100 per cent DCI-P3 coverage and Delta E < 1 color accuracy for cinema-grade quality. Extended battery life ensures productivity throughout the day. The laptop also adds a full-size SD card reader for easy media transfer. Powerful as it is, the G14 features a CNC-milled aluminum chassis with a redesigned Slash lighting and glass-mirror finish, combining performance, portability, and style.

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The dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo 16 (GX651) takes versatility to the next level. Its dual 3K ROG Nebula HDR OLED touchscreens run at 120Hz with a 0.2ms response time, providing smooth, tear-free visuals while supporting multitasking for gaming, streaming, or creative workflows, and the main panel supports NVIDIA G-SYNC. Powered by the latest Intel processor and up to an NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 Laptop GPU, it handles demanding games, content creation, and AI workloads with ease. ROG Zephyrus Duo enable five operating modes to suit any scenario, while ROG Intelligent Cooling — featuring a vapour chamber, dual fans, and a dedicated graphite sheet — all combine together to provide the best possible performance, providing ultimate flexibility for work, play, and creation.

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The ROG Flow Z13-KJP stands at the center of this collaboration, merging two decades of ROG’s gaming innovation with Kojima Productions’ visionary storytelling. Designed to reflect and reimagine the studio’s core values, the device draws deep inspiration from its iconic mascot, Ludens. It is a flexible 2-in-1 powerhouse that transforms into a gaming console, a creator tablet, a workstation, or an ultraportable laptop. Powered by the AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor with Radeon 8060S graphics and a 50 TOPS NPU, it delivers desktop-class performance and on-device AI acceleration in a tablet-sized form factor. Its 13.4-inch 2.5K Nebula HDR touchscreen with a 180Hz refresh rate and a 100 per cent DCI-P3 color gamut offers cinematic visuals and ultra-responsive motion, while the detachable keyboard and slim chassis make play and creation possible anywhere. Designed by Yoji Shinkawa, the chassis blends art and engineering into a collectible piece, enhanced with exclusive Kojima Productions packaging, custom Armoury Crate themes, and Ludens-inspired wallpapers.

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Strengthening the ROG Community in the UAE

Beyond hardware innovation, ROG continues to invest in its regional gaming community through initiatives such as the ROG Elite Program, which rewards loyal gamers with exclusive benefits, early access opportunities, community events, and competitive experiences across the UAE.

With its latest CES laptop lineup and ongoing community engagement, ROG reinforces its commitment to empowering gamers and creators in the UAE — delivering not just powerful devices, but a connected ecosystem built around performance, creativity, and passion for gaming.



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Gaming brand ROG unveils a range of next-generation gaming innovative products at CES 2026! Wi-Fi 8 router that presents new value, innovative 240Hz AR glasses, and more!

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  • ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE” layout gaming keyboard with ultra-fast and precise keystrokes

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The ” ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE ” builds on the technology of its predecessor, the “ROG Falchion Ace HFX”. It features a more spacious 75% layout than all models, upgraded ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches, and the newly developed ROG Hall sensor. In addition, a new sensitivity adjustment wheel has been introduced for easy adjustment on the unit, and the multi-function buttons, interactive touch panel, and popular Rapid Trigger toggle continue to be included. In addition, an ultra-fast polling rate of 8000 Hz provides ultra-fast and highly accurate key input. A convenient carrying case is also included, making it easy to take the device outside! The product will be available in Japan around February 2026.





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🎮Gaming brand ROG unveils a range of next-generation gaming innovative products at CES 2026! Wi-Fi 8 router that presents new value, innovative 240Hz AR glasses, and more!

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ASUS, the Republic of Gamers (ROG) gaming brand, announced its next generation gaming innovations at the CES 2026 ROG – Dare to Innovate virtual launch event on Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at CES 2026. Innovate “, a virtual launch event at CES 2026 on Tuesday, January 6, 2012! The products included the ROG NeoCore Wi-Fi 8-concept router, AR gaming glasses that will transform the gaming experience, and the ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE keyboard with ultra-fast and highly accurate keystrokes.

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  • ROG NeoCore” Wi-Fi 8 concept router and Wi-Fi 8 real-world throughput testing
  • ROG XREAL R1, a 240Hz micro OLED FHD (1920 x 1080) AR gaming glasses
  • ROG Kithara” headset with high-quality audio
  • ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE” layout gaming keyboard with ultra-fast and precise keystrokes

The products introduced at the event consisted of products for the global market and concept products in development, including products that are not yet available in Japan. For further information and details, please visit the official X (@ASUSROGJP ).

ROG NeoCore” Wi-Fi 8 Concept Router Dawns the Technology Era!

ROG NeoCore

ROG

NeoCore
PR TIMES

The ROG NeoCore Wi-Fi 8 router not only delivers a significant improvement in throughput compared to Wi-Fi 7, but also up to twice the medium-range throughput, twice the IoT coverage, and up to one-sixth the P99 latency. This virtually eliminates latency, making it ideal for cloud streaming, real-time voice communication, multi-device team play, and a wide range of other situations. With the launch of ROG NeoCore and the world’s first Wi-Fi 8 real-world throughput tests, we are once again demonstrating our leadership in next-generation Wi-Fi innovation. The first Wi-Fi 8 home router will be available globally in 2026, and will not be available in Japan until further notice.

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PR TIMES
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ROG and HIFIMAN have collaborated to develop the “ROG Kithara” headset for gamers.

ROG and the high-end audio brand HIFIMAN have jointly developed the ” ROG Kithara ” headset for gamers! The headset features an open-back acoustic design and ROG’s customized HIFIMAN 100mm planar field drivers for crisp, realistic, and lifelike sound. A balanced headphone cable with interchangeable plugs and a USB-C adapter are included to ensure high compatibility with a wide range of devices and uncompromised sound quality. The headset is also equipped with a full-band MEMS boom microphone optimized for competitive situations and designed for gamers who demand true hi-fi sound for accurate and clear in-game communication.

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The ” ROG Falchion Ace 75 HE ” builds on the technology of its predecessor, the “ROG Falchion Ace HFX”. It features a more spacious 75% layout than all models, upgraded ROG HFX V2 magnetic switches, and the newly developed ROG Hall sensor. In addition, a new sensitivity adjustment wheel has been introduced for easy adjustment on the unit, and the multi-function buttons, interactive touch panel, and popular Rapid Trigger toggle continue to be included. In addition, an ultra-fast polling rate of 8000 Hz provides ultra-fast and highly accurate key input. A convenient carrying case is also included, making it easy to take the device outside! The product will be available in Japan around February 2026.

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Arcade Arena Manchester – Pac-Man Live Experience

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Revolutionary Gaming Innovation

Arcade Arena represents a paradigm shift in immersive entertainment, pioneering a concept where the venue itself functions as a living gaming console. Step into a revolutionary entertainment venue where cutting-edge technology transforms video games into immersive, real-world experiences. Just as a gaming console comes to life with each new cartridge, the Arcade Arena morphs to host different interactive attractions that put you at the heart of the action.

Game On! – Cutting-Edge Technology & Competitive Socialising

The PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE showcases the latest innovations in immersive gaming technology, powered by proprietary, in-house systems developed through rapid prototyping. Players wear high-tech PAC-Vests equipped with advanced tracking technology that transforms them into the iconic yellow Chomper in this live gaming experience. This groundbreaking attraction invites participants to step into a life-sized, interactive PAC-MAN Maze, blending physical activity with augmented reality for a fun, multi-sensory adventure.

Outline of a lion and dog, text: "Little Lion Entertainment".

The technical innovation extends beyond wearable tech. Custom-built tracking systems monitor each player’s position in real-time, while display technology projects two massive PAC-MAN Mazes onto the floor. Live graphics dynamically respond to gameplay, displaying player names, scores, and game states while stunning visuals engulf the walls, instantly transporting participants into the heart of the arcade world. Haptic feedback and spatial audio create a fully immersive sensory experience, with players feeling and hearing every pellet collected and Ghost encounter.

This represents a breakthrough in competitive socialising – moving beyond traditional VR headsets to create shared, physical gaming spaces where teams compete in real-time within the game world itself. Unlike isolated VR experiences, this technology enables true collaborative gameplay. PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE is the ultimate team activity, offering an unforgettable experience that brings friends, families and colleagues together like never before. The advanced projection mapping and tracking systems create a seamless blend of digital and physical interaction that redefines competitive gaming.

Brand Realisation – Bringing Iconic IP to Life

PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE represents the gold standard in IP transformation, taking one of gaming’s most recognisable brands and reimagining it for the physical world. Step into gaming history as you become the legendary yellow Chomper in this groundbreaking immersive attraction. It’s the arcade classic you know and love, reimagined at human scale with the player at the centre of the action.

This isn’t merely themed decoration – it’s authentic brand realisation that combines digital innovation with theatrical storytelling. Players embark on a performative journey guided by live actors who bring the PAC-MAN universe to life through theatrical reveals and interactive storytelling. The physical set design transforms the space into an immersive PAC-MAN world, while performers enhance the experience with dynamic interactions that bridge the digital and physical realms.

Every element of the original PAC-MAN experience has been thoughtfully translated: the Maze navigation, Ghost-dodging tension, Pellet-collecting strategy, and competitive scoring. With thrilling mazes, sneaky Ghosts, and state-of-the-art projection technology, PAC-MAN LIVE EXPERIENCE recreates the game’s core mechanics while adding new dimensions of physical movement and team collaboration. Brand new bonus rounds, exclusive to the live experience, have been designed to enhance gameplay.

The innovation lies in respecting the source material while expanding its possibilities. Players don’t just watch PAC-MAN or control him remotely – they become him, experiencing the game from within its world through this theatrical immersive journey. This represents a revolutionary approach to IP adaptation that maintains brand authenticity while creating entirely new engagement opportunities.

The Future of Entertainment

Manchester’s Arcade Arena is pioneering in the world of Live Video-Game attractions, operated by Little Lion Entertainment, the UK’s premier immersive attractions company. The venue’s transformative nature – demonstrated by how it shifts from hosting racing experiences to becoming the PAC-MAN universe – establishes a new category of entertainment where beloved digital worlds become tangible, social adventures that honour their origins while pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

Live-action Pac-Man game with people on a large, illuminated maze, resembling the classic arcade.

Partners

  • Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. – IP Partner
  • Make Reel – Immersive technology content partner



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Razer AI Gaming Investment: Company Invests $600 Million in Artificial Intelligence Gaming Innovation

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Razer AI Gaming Investment: Strategy and Scope

Although Razer is best known for its gaming mouse, keyboards, and laptops, its expansion into artificial intelligence represents a significant strategic shift. The Razer $600 million investment will be implemented across devices, developer tools, and ecosystem infrastructure. Additionally, it will also enable the company to engage approximately 150 AI scientists over the next few years to develop solutions that combine artificial intelligence and core gaming experiences, thus putting it at the forefront of the evolving AI gaming scene.

Reportedly, this step is part of Razer’s bigger AI gaming investment strategy, which aims to redefine how players interact with games and technology. Its key priorities will include AI-native hardware with breakthroughs such as Project Motoko. Powered by Qualcomm Snapdragon technology, the device, Project Motoko, is an AI-enabled wearable headset that provides real-time visual and audio processing, with the goal of redefining immersive gaming and interactive experiences.



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