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Growling Smart Bikes

The Newest Range of VanMoof Bikes Feature Unique Security Features

— April 30, 2018 — Eco
The 'Piece of Mind' service available on VanMoof bikes have given plenty of riders an increased level of security, but the brand's newest Smart Bike adds even more security features. The current system of Piece of Mind security guarantees that if a VanMoof bike is stolen, a team of dedicated "bike hunters" will track down and return the bike to the owner. Unfortunately this service generally only returns 2.5% of VanMoof bikes.

In an attempt to further the security of its bikes, VanMoof has introduced a new set of security features on its newest Smart Bike. The new security system utilizes the bike's touch-sensitive technology and integrated speaker system to literally growl at potential thieves. The growl, which has been compared to a wildcat, will activate once the bike registers that someone other than the owner is handling it. The growling will eventually grow louder if it is not deactivated and the integrated lights will start flashing. The security system on the new VanMoof bikes is furthered as it sends a notification to the owner through the VanMoof app.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Bikes with Enhanced Security Features - The trend of integrating advanced security features into smart bikes presents disruptive innovation opportunities for bike manufacturers to enhance customer safety and deter theft.
2. Touch-sensitive Technology in Bike Security - The trend of using touch-sensitive technology in bike security systems opens up opportunities for companies to create innovative solutions that detect unauthorized handling and alert bike owners in real-time.
3. Intelligent Notification Systems for Bike Security - The trend of developing intelligent notification systems for bike security offers disruptive innovation potential for companies to create solutions that instantly inform owners about unauthorized bike handling.
Industry Implications
1. Bike Manufacturing - The bike manufacturing industry can explore disruptive innovation opportunities by incorporating advanced security features, such as touch-sensitive technology and intelligent notification systems, into their product offerings.
2. Smart Home Technology - The smart home technology industry can capitalize on the trend of integrating smart security features into bikes by developing innovative solutions that seamlessly integrate bike security systems with existing smart home ecosystems.
3. Mobile App Development - The mobile app development industry can leverage the trend of integrating smart security features into bikes by creating user-friendly and intuitive mobile applications that enable bike owners to receive real-time alerts and track their bikes with ease.
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