Interested in testing a new training aid?

I'm interested in testing as well. I'm in the IT field and have access to multiple Android phones, tablets and Windows 7 and 8 laptops. I have my own table and could provide data whenever needed. I am very interested in this technology.
 
The Renfro said:
Hmmmm I would be willing to take one to the Open and try and get some of the pros on the TV table to hit a few shots to see how straight they stroke... Ohhhhh Bustemante has to be recorded and I know I can get that done in Jersey in Novemeber if I can't get him in Chesapeake........

Chris <---- Sent PM
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PLUS 1 here! Send Chris one and let him strap it to the pros!!!!
 
We've finally completed the testing and have units available for you to order - www.Cue-MD.com. Treat yourself for Christmas!

Thanks to everyone for their interest.

Steve
 
This training aid looks great! Should be very useful for instructors. The audio piece is exactly the kind of real-time feedback students need to understand how they are moving the cue.
 
I'd like to hear some reviews from the "testers". Anybody wanna comment?

How much does this weigh?
Thanks
Jason
 
I was one of the beta testers for this device. It works as advertised and you get immediate feedback on your stroke. You get 3 graphs of your stroke (as seen from above, side and from the butt end). Just so this isn't confusing, these aren't videos, they are the recreation of the strokes path. When I first started using the device, I saw I had a slight pull to the inside near the end of my backstroke which translated to an equal and opposite effect near the end of my stroke. I couldn't see this with a regular video camera. I was able to correct this and could see immediate improvement with the straight stroke drill.
 
I am so glad someone developed this! I'd buy it right this instant but it does not work on an iOS device or a Macintosh? :( :(

Are there plans to make it Apple friendly? If so, what is the timeline?
 
nobcitypool said:
I was one of the beta testers for this device. It works as advertised and you get immediate feedback on your stroke. You get 3 graphs of your stroke (as seen from above, side and from the butt end). Just so this isn't confusing, these aren't videos, they are the recreation of the strokes path. When I first started using the device, I saw I had a slight pull to the inside near the end of my backstroke which translated to an equal and opposite effect near the end of my stroke. I couldn't see this with a regular video camera. I was able to correct this and could see immediate improvement with the straight stroke drill.
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Thank you for the quick reply, good info.
Think I'll give it a try.
Jason
 
The concept of this device looks very good. Few comments:
1. Since this device isn't cheap, it would be nice to see more reviews (including video demonstration of the entire process) before ordering it
2. It would be great if one of well-known instructors (PBIA Master) could try this device and publish his feedback
3. Do you think it will be possible in future to implement the same algorithm you have utilizing a phone's built-in gyroscope?
 
I'd buy it. Sadly they won't ship internationally and I don't want to set up a parcel forwarding service, so it won't happen. Too bad, looks really good this.
 
It would be nice to have the device built into the cue stick somehow, maybe as a joint extension (which requires the right threads, unfortunately) or as a bumper extension. If it was built into a custom butt you could have a set of weight adjustments and joint adapters. This would allow protection for the device and a larger battery.
 
Bob Jewett said:
It would be nice to have the device built into the cue stick somehow, maybe as a joint extension (which requires the right threads, unfortunately) or as a bumper extension. If it was built into a custom butt you could have a set of weight adjustments and joint adapters. This would allow protection for the device and a larger battery.
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All true. And the price would likely go from $149 to $249 or more were it designed and built that way.
 
Bob Jewett said:
It would be nice to have the device built into the cue stick somehow, maybe as a joint extension (which requires the right threads, unfortunately) or as a bumper extension. If it was built into a custom butt you could have a set of weight adjustments and joint adapters. This would allow protection for the device and a larger battery.
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I would have much preferred something like this that could have been attached to the bumber so it was always at the end of your cue....

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Assume the device they chose for qmd has to be strapped on to the same place each time or you have to tell it where it is in relation to the tip of the cue??

Zepp also has a bluetooth device they attach to the end of bats and raquets that could likely be used on the end of a cue... I would hazard a guess they could be in the pool and billiards market any second if they choose as it appears that the UI and graphics are customized to the sport and the device works across the board....

Chris
 
Bob Jewett said:
It would be nice to have the device built into the cue stick somehow, maybe as a joint extension (which requires the right threads, unfortunately) or as a bumper extension. If it was built into a custom butt you could have a set of weight adjustments and joint adapters. This would allow protection for the device and a larger battery.
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And if it could count the number of shots, too, and their force. Not to mention gps, etc. on it.

It would be nice to have an "odometer" on a cue.


Jeff Livingston
 
slach said:
Looking for a few more beta testers for a new high tech stroke training aid.

If you have an interest in stroke mechanics and technology take a look at http://www.cue-md.com/

To participate as a tester you'll need to have an Android phone/tablet and a Windows laptop.

Please PM if you're interested.

Thanks for looking,
Steve
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I'd love to but I think it would be more useful for those with home tables. Which I do not have at the moment
 
The Renfro said:
I would have much preferred something like this that could have been attached to the bumber so it was always at the end of your cue....

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Assume the device they chose for qmd has to be strapped on to the same place each time or you have to tell it where it is in relation to the tip of the cue??

Zepp also has a bluetooth device they attach to the end of bats and raquets that could likely be used on the end of a cue... I would hazard a guess they could be in the pool and billiards market any second if they choose as it appears that the UI and graphics are customized to the sport and the device works across the board....

Chris
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The QMD unit can be strapped pretty much anywhere on your cue even the butt. You don't need to tell the software where it's at. A good place is between the joint and the wrap where it's out of the way.

Anyone familiar with these other sport (golf, tennis, baseball) devices? Do they provide instant feedback during your swing? Can you see the graphics/metrics immediately after your swing? I'm curious to know.

Steve
 
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