Apple has created smart bike helmets, which have been titled 'Lumos Matrix.' Apple released the helmets on its website, and they are available in either black or white for a $249 price point.
The Lumos Matrix helmet has an LED panel on the back that is a 7x11 matrix of dots. The LED lights are able to act as a turn signal and brake lights to inform drivers what a cyclist is doing. The new display builds on the previous Lumo's designs, and the new models have more capabilities and a more streamlined design.
A touchpad attaches to the user's bike, the touchpad is able to detect hand signals and show the appropriate signal on the back of the helmet. Users can also adjust the brightness and how frequently the lights flash through a mobile app.
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Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Smart Bike Helmets with LED Displays
- The implementation of LED panels on bike helmets creates opportunities for more intuitive communication between drivers and cyclists.
- Integration of Touchpads
- The addition of touchpads can further enhance communication between drivers and cyclists, as well as create opportunities for new features and functions.
- Personalized Mobile App Controls
- Allowing users to control the brightness and frequency of LED lights via a mobile app creates opportunities for a seamless and customizable user experience.
Where This Applies
- Cycling Equipment
- Manufacturers of cycling equipment can innovate by incorporating LED displays and touchpads into their products, and by developing mobile apps for a more personalized user experience.
- Smart Wearables
- Companies specializing in smart wearables can explore opportunities to expand into the cycling market by developing helmets with similar features as the Lumos Matrix.
- Automotive Technology
- Developments in automotive technology can be influenced by features such as LED displays and touchpads on bike helmets, leading to potential new safety features for cars and other vehicles.
