The Wi-Bike Features Different Modes For Different Riding Situations
Rahul Kalvapalle — November 25, 2015 — Autos
References: piaggio & businessinsider.au
The Piaggo Wi-Bike is a connected bicycle that uses the wonders of Bluetooth technology to keep you safer and more informed at all times.
This bike displays all the pertinent riding information on a backlit, waterproof Bluetooth LCD instrument panel which is capable of staying wirelessly connected thanks to NFC technology. The panel is also equipped with a USB port for charging up your smartphone battery or indeed for updating the software.
The connected technology here is highly customizable. Riders can choose between three different electric assist modes -- a City mode that's useful for stop-and-go traffic, a self-explanatory Hill mode and a Standard mode that gives you motor assist that's proportional to your physical effort.
The Wi-Bike is a great option for urban riders who find themselves in different kinds of traffic situations and like to be able to adapt their ride on the go for maximum convenience.
This bike displays all the pertinent riding information on a backlit, waterproof Bluetooth LCD instrument panel which is capable of staying wirelessly connected thanks to NFC technology. The panel is also equipped with a USB port for charging up your smartphone battery or indeed for updating the software.
The connected technology here is highly customizable. Riders can choose between three different electric assist modes -- a City mode that's useful for stop-and-go traffic, a self-explanatory Hill mode and a Standard mode that gives you motor assist that's proportional to your physical effort.
The Wi-Bike is a great option for urban riders who find themselves in different kinds of traffic situations and like to be able to adapt their ride on the go for maximum convenience.
Trend Themes
1. Connected Fitness Equipment - The Wi-Bike's use of Bluetooth and NFC technology to provide information and customization opportunities suggests potential for disruption in the fitness equipment industry.
2. Adaptive Transportation - The bike's versatility in adapting to different riding situations could inspire new approaches in the transportation industry for creating adaptive vehicles.
3. Smart Bicycling Accessories - The Wi-Bike's advanced instrument panel could pave the way for new smart accessories for bicycles that incorporate Bluetooth and NFC technology.
Industry Implications
1. Bicycle Manufacturing - This trend presents an opportunity for bike manufacturers to innovate and integrate new technologies in their products.
2. Fitness and Wellness - Connected bicycles and other fitness equipment could bring disruptive innovation to the fitness and wellness industry.
3. Smart Transportation - The Wi-Bike's advanced connectivity and adaptive modes suggest potential for disruption in smart transportation technology.
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