Nike unveils iPod-controlling C.O.R.E. Backpack iD

We're sure you're well aware of Nike and Apple's mutual partnership (or two) by now, and this time Nike's C.O.R.E. Backpack iD is getting some familiar iPod lovin' with a built-in remote keypad system and dock connector interface. While we're fairly certain you already own at least one piece of apparel with electrostatic iPod controls on them, they'll eventually end up in the wash (we hope), leaving you liaison-less for the day. With Nike's new pack, your books, laptop, Cheetos stash, and little white (or colorful) Apple are all taken care of on a daily basis. Nike allows you to fully customize the backpack, and aside from choosing your alma mater's colors, the "Nike Flow" backpanel, or the sweet "security zippers," you can opt to have the iPod controls built straight into the strap. Per usual, you can dictate the volume, track, and play / pause / stop functions while on the go, and it even boasts a handy headphone port as well as a storage compartment for when you ditch the cans and actually pay attention in class. The C.O.R.E. Backpack iD starts at just $55, but the oh-so-tempting iPod interface bumps the price up to $105, but it's still a bit cheaper than your alternatives.

[Via iLounge]

[Javaflash @ Nov 27th 2006 8:14PM]

Looks like a decent backpack. Nike hits most points for good support and easy accessibility. However, that's judging from the pictures only. Price on iPod control isn't optimal (how about $29), and the colors are awful. Btw, did Nike flat out copy Spire? The designs are so similar that I think a lawsuit or a buyout could be brewing.

[Stephen @ Nov 27th 2006 10:45PM]

Do people actually wear stuff like this? I have yet to see anybody at my college campus that does.

[Jon Berry @ Nov 27th 2006 11:35PM]

@Javaflash
you CAN change the colors for about everything on the backpack....

[GJP303 @ Nov 28th 2006 7:28PM]

dude, how did you know about my obsession of cheetos. im not kidding, this is creepy.

[gianna @ Dec 5th 2006 7:11PM]

Do younger kids have this super backpack or is just for adults.

[GrappleJaz @ Dec 5th 2006 10:45PM]

Seems to be nice.