Smart boots are about to hit soccer pitches in the UK – not only do they look good but a microprocessor ensures that the owners’ feet are exactly at the right temperature. The chip acts as a thermostat feeding electricity from a battery in the heel to a carbon fiber lining when the foot gets too cold. Manufacturers S Reed and Company are in talks with to an international sportswear company about making the boot. According to the London Standard, it sees prospects in everyday footwear and clothing that can be programmed to keep users at exactly the right temperature.
