Following its first main software program replace in October —which enabled customers to manage battery life—, Hammerhead at the moment introduced the addition of third-party app assist for Karoo computer systems by a brand new Native Extension Library.
This replace permits riders to put in and entry third-party apps straight from their bike pc.
“The launch of the Hammerhead Extension Library is a end result of the unique imaginative and prescient for our gadgets. Constructing on Android permits third events to make their apps seamlessly obtainable on Karoo and create Extensions that add significant worth to our mutual riders,” mentioned Jess Braun, Hammerhead Class Director.
“We strongly consider within the energy of the biking group, and the Extension Library permits us to resolve issues collectively, whether or not they’re a big model or a developer who’s a passionate bike owner engaged on a aspect challenge.”
As of March 6, there are solely a handful of third-party apps appropriate with Hammerhead, however extra will likely be added. The apps at present obtainable are:
- Epic Experience Climate
- GibLi Tech Inc.
- hDrop Hydration
- HR2VP by BIPR
- myWindsock
- VinApp
“The extension library is the main replace I’ve been ready for. It provides numerous alternatives for builders so as to add customized information, corresponding to energy and real-time energy based mostly on coronary heart price with HR2VP. The Hammerhead improvement workforce is extremely responsive and values companion strategies, which is really appreciated!” commented Gregory Cordier, CEO of HR2VP by BIPR.
So as to add third-party apps to your Karoo pc, merely:
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– Discover the Extension Library from the launch web page in your Karoo.
– Open the Extensions folder and choose the app you wish to set up. When an replace is out there for the app, customers can return to the app particulars web page within the Extension Library to replace.
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Initially a software program firm, Hammerhead got here to market with its first Karoo pc in 2017, adopted by the Karoo 2 in 2020. The Karoo gained a loyal following because of its superior show, exact navigation capabilities and excellent person expertise.
Biking part powerhouse SRAM acquired Hammerhead on the finish of 2021 and earlier this 12 months, they unveiled its newest, and most promising, iteration: the Karoo (sure, a return to its authentic identify).
From journey information and navigation to guided exercises and controlling your digital elements, lights and even your e-bike, the Karoo does all of it. And it does it effectively. The Karoo contains a smartphone-quality contact display screen with vivid, vibrant visuals, best-in-class maps and navigation that features free world maps, lightning fast route importing, automated climb detection with – or with out – a route, and super-quick charging. Learn our in-depth evaluate of the Karoo, right here.
