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Acemate Tennis Robot S10 – AI-powered tennis ball machine

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

The world’s first AI-powered tennis robot that actually rallies with you. Here’s a look at what it does, how it works, and who it’s for. What is the Acemate Tennis Robot? Acemate is a mobile tennis robot developed by SwitchBot. Unlike traditional ball machines that just shoot balls from one spot, Acemate moves around the […]

Tenniix Ball Machines – Vision-Based AI and Extreme Portability

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

Tennis ball machines have in previous years not been that great but nowadays we’re seeing massive developments in this area and new brands coming up. It’s no longer a heavy, clunky box that simply spits balls at you in a straight line. Tenniix is one of the innovators that is changing the game. Developed by […]

Pongbot Pace S Pro Review

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

I have tested many ball machines before, but never one that claims to have AI functionality. After a few weeks with the Pongbot Pace S Pro, here is my review. Introduction Before we move on to the Pongbot Pace S Pro review, we can touch on the general topic of ball machines. Do you need […]

The smart ball machine: The Partner

Written by: Stefan Jonsson |

Tennis players always try to find new ways to practice and improve their game, and ball machines are nothing new. However, Tennibot’s “The Partner” ball machine is a different thing all together, as it’s using AI and autonomous mobility to simulate real-match conditions, giving a more personalised training session. Unlike traditional ball machines that fire […]

Sportbot – a moving tennis ball machine

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

The Sportbot is a moving tennis ball machine developed by engineer and tennis player Toni Ulcar in Slovenia. My friend Henrik Wallensten alerted me about this moving ball machine and sent me a video. That got me curious, so I got in touch with Toni and asked him if he wanted to do a podcast […]

The best ball machines

Written by: Jonas Eriksson |

In the absence of some of my hitting partners, I have started practicing with a ball machine. Let’s look at some of the best ball machines. Why practice with a ball machine? It helps you work on timing, footwork, and technique. Okay, it’s not quite as much fun as playing tennis against a fellow human, […]

Slinger Bag Review

Written by: Henrik Wallensten |

Fellow tennis nerd and buddy Henrik Wallensten is back. This time with a Slinger bag review, the most popular ball machine in the world? This Slinger Bag review was done during a week where Henrik got to borrow and test the Slinger Bag from FK Sports Nordic. Henrik has now reviewed this product for the […]