Hövding

Hövding

The official Hövding app

9 ratings
5 reviews

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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • September 12, 2019
  • November 28, 2023
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This app connects to a wearable safety device to notify you when it needs charging. In case of an accident, it automatically sends an emergency SMS to your chosen contacts. It also tracks your cycling statistics and contributes to a community focused on improving urban cycling safety.

Battery charge notifications
Automatic emergency SMS alerts
Personal cycling statistics
CO2 reduction tracking
Community data contribution
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What's New in Hövding

3.1.0

November 28, 2023

Thanks for using Hövding and the Hövding app. The update includes: * Simplified display and handling of connected Hövding * Simplified pairing of your Hövding Wherever your genius lies, make sure it stays protected. - Hövding

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It feels like the app limitations are a result of not staffing the right talent, or that there isn’t someone in the company who is focused solely on user experience. 2 stars because the physical product is great but the digital experience is wasteful. The most important thing with a device like this is checking the battery via an app. You can easily do this with headphones and other devices that have a supporting app, but the Hövding app is like a static landing page. Hire a strategic HR and org development person to help be intentional about finding the right development staff to do more with less if there is no company resource to make this happen to date.
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Response from developer

We're sorry that you're not satisfied with the app. We're continuously working on improvements to both specific functionality and overall user experiencing. Regarding battery indication, we recently made the tough choice to temporarily disable the function, as we discovered that the calculations sent to the app were inconsistent with the once made directly on the device – indicated by the Back LED when short pressing the Function button). We apologise for the inconvenience and are working on a solution to bring the feature back in an upcoming update.

Surprisingly limited app

- I seem to need to log on repeatedly (and go through an introductory screen as though I were a new user each time)
- I guess I can only be logged on with 1 device at a time - iPhone or iPad.
- there is no cumulative information on my trips that I can find.
- only one leg of a trip is captured as I can see, meaning that when I stop somewhere and remove the helmet on my return trip the previous one is now gone.
- just noticed my trips in the last month were not captured as I didn’t check the app each time I biked ( I hope that it is not necessary to log on every time and that the helmet still functions without logging on)
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Response from developer

Hi outstanding apo, thank you for your review. We're sorry about the long lead time. You can only be logged in to a single device at any time (your Hövding can also only be connected to one device at a time). If you log into the app on a second device, you'll be disconnected from the other. The app currently shows stats for your latest trip, your longest trip and your all time cumulative (tap the 'bicycle' in the menu bar and then 'You' at the top of the screen) . For your trips to be registered your Hövding must be connected to a device with cellular connection. You also need to be logged into Hövding App on that device, and the app must be running in the background (or on screen). Hövding's airbag system works independently from the app. Your Hövding will always protect you when activated, with or without the app. Ride safe!

Just downloaded, will update..

Looks good so far. I like knowing I can put an emergency contact. More than one in fact!

_Update_ After actual use of app, it seems to lack a visual trip summary (like electric scooter can provide). Developers, please fix this! I will have to see if I can download a running app that can document my trips.
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Response from developer

Hi MeHere007, thank you for your feedback and for choosing Hövding! We hope that you will enjoy cycling with your Hövding and feel safe knowing your protected by the worlds safest bicycle helmet. Ride safe!

Limited...

The app is pretty limited in what it will do, & journey tracking is very basic. It also updates your trips very slowly...

I love the ‘emergency contact’ feature, which is is why i gave it 2 stars, & haven’t deleted it.

Response from developer

Hi Le Beau!, thank you for your feedback. We are continuously working on improving and adding new features to Hövding App. If you have any specific features you would like to see, please let us know. Ride safe!

Lives saver!

This product is the perfect illustration of what you can achieve when you believe in yourself, the technology and the future. Thank you!

Response from developer

Thanks for using Hövding!

FAQ

How does Hövding notify me about charging?

Hövding sends you timely notifications directly to your mobile phone when the connected Hövding device's battery is running low, ensuring you don't run out of power unexpectedly.

Can Hövding send emergency messages?

Yes, if an accident is detected, Hövding automatically sends an emergency text message (SMS) to up to 5 pre-selected emergency contacts.

What cycling statistics does Hövding track?

Hövding tracks your personal cycling achievements, including average speed, distance traveled, time spent cycling, calories burnt, and CO2 reduction.

How does Hövding contribute to a safer world?

By sharing your anonymized cycling data responsibly, you help the Hövding community understand urban cycling better, aiming to influence decision-makers for improved traffic safety and cycling infrastructure.

What devices is Hövding compatible with?

The Hövding app is available for iPhone and iPod devices, as indicated by the supported devices list.

What is the age rating for Hövding?

Hövding has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

How often is Hövding updated?

The app was last updated on November 28, 2023, with version 3.1.0, indicating regular maintenance and updates.

What is the user sentiment for Hövding?

Hövding has an average rating of 3.3 stars from 9 ratings, suggesting a mixed but generally positive user reception.