China's Google Is Developing Its Own Smartbike
China's Google Is Developing Its Own Smartbike
1China's Google Is Developing Its Own Smartbike Chinese Internet giant Baidu is coming out with a smart bicycle with all the functions of a FitBit. The Dubike will keep track of routes, measure heart rates, provide map directions and recommend routes based on social media.

The bike will also include electric regenerative braking, which assists in stopping not unlike an automobile. It can also utilize user-generated electricity to charge smart devices along the ride, as well as power the onboard sensors. 

They will also create an OS aimed at developers to create new apps and functionality for the Bluetooth-enabled bike. Details on pricing and availability are scant, though for now it's likely to stay within Asian markets. But it's one more step toward the integration of technology into all aspects of life. Next step: smart pants. 
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