RTFKT<\/a> has revealed the Cryptokicks IRL smart sneaker line, the first Web3 sneaker featuring Nike\u2019s latest technology. The line includes four sneakers that feature auto-lacing, enhanced lighting, haptic feedback, gesture control, walk detection, App connectivity, AI\/ML algorithms and wireless charging. This all sounds great, right? Well, it wasn\u2019t enough for the community when the team announced that the smart sneakers would only be available in the US.<\/p>\n Let\u2019s dive into the new sneaker line and the issue at hand.<\/p>\n During <\/span>Miami Art Week<\/span><\/a>, the team behind RTFKT<\/a> revealed their \u201cnext-gen\u201d smart sneaker drop that combines Nike\u2019s technology and RTFKT\u2019s vision. This collection includes four colorways, including Space Matter, Stone, Ice, and Blackout. The sneakers include innovative features that make them the first Web3 sneaker on the market. In detail, owners of the smart sneakers can pair them with the RTFKT Cryptokicks IRL App which provides a unique experience. Further, owners will be able to customize the lights and animations on their smart sneakers through the app. In addition, the smart sneakers are able to automatically lace themselves \u201cto a comfortable pre-programmed fit\u201d shortly after walking. To charge the sneakers, you will need a wireless powerdeck. Moreover, the technology was adored by the community; however, they were dissatisfied with another aspect of the reveal.<\/span><\/p>\n Sadly, RTFKT\u2019s team informed the community via Twitter that they would only ship the smart sneakers to the U.S. The team stated that this was the case \u201cdue to advanced tech and product regulation.\u201d<\/em> This led to several tweets expressing the community\u2019s outrage. Holders made fair points and argued that the team had eight months to announce the shipping details. Instead, it was not made clear and as a result, secondary buyers continued to buy <\/span>MNLTH 2<\/span><\/a>. Furthermore, the team published a <\/span>thread<\/span><\/a> to clear the air, however many questions remain unanswered. The team didn\u2019t include the details regarding the regulatory shipping restrictions hence the reason community members questioned the legitimacy of the claim. Holders can only hope that the team improves the shipping logistics for the next drop. They unfortunately have to pay high delivery fees for the smart sneakers in the meantime.<\/span><\/p>\n You think the floor having fallen over 80% in 3 hours means you missed the mark here? Great product, awful awful comms.<\/p>\n \u2014 cool matt (@coolmatteth) December 5, 2022<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n \u00a0<\/p>\n Get our free, 5 minutes daily newsletter. Join 25,000+ NFT enthusiasts & stay on top \ud83d\udc4a\ud83c\udf1a<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n![\"RTFKT](\"https:\/\/nftevening.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/maxresdefault-scaled.jpg.webp)
\n<\/picture>\n<\/noscript>RTFKT\u2019s new smart sneaker line: Cryptokicks iRL<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
Only the U.S. can receive the sneakers?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
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-US only because of ‘advanced tech’ lol
-“Discount” for existing holders, some of which paid $10k or more for a MNLTH
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