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Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • August 26, 2021
  • March 28, 2024

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This is a legacy application designed to work exclusively with the UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet. It has been superseded by a newer version and will be discontinued.

Legacy compatibility
UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet support
Discontinued application
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What's New in U1 FARO

0.20.16

March 28, 2024

This is the legacy version of the FARO App, compatible only with the UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet. This App has been replaced by the UNIT 1 App and will be discontinued

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User reviews

Great app

The app is super responsive and intuitive as the product. The sync with both helmet and remote was seamless process. The level of customization is just great. The little bonus is to be able to visualize in one place the battery status for all equipments. Looking forward to completing my list of U1 products by the addition of the torch backpack !
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Blinker switch

Having a hard time pairing helmet and switch

App buggy, custom presets missing

App struggles to sync/update the helmet at times

Custom preset interface in blank/empty on two different iOS devices

Response from developer

Hey Alan, thanks for your feedback. Please, perform a Full Factory Reset on the helmet, and re-install the App (logging out). This should solve the issue! In case you have any questions, please send us an email at support@unit1gear.com.

App has never functioned as promised

Its a real shame that the Faro helmet App has been disappointing since its launch, and it has been very buggy and broken for two versions in a row as of December 2022. One of the main selling points for the Faro helmet was Fall/Crash Detection, and the ability for the App to alert an emergency contact with your location. This has never functioned as promised, and it now requires an iPhone to refresh the Faro App in the background at all times, quickly sapping the phone battery. The worst part? It STILL doesn’t properly alert a contact when activated. I have provided feedback on this and other shortcomings of the App to Unit 1 several times since the fulfillment of their Kickstarter campaign, and I still have not seen improvements. I really believe in Unit 1’s vision for providing a safer experience for bicycle commuters, and I hope they are able to remedy the various App issues going forward.
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Response from developer

Hi RLFBZN, thanks for your feedback! We've updated the App, addressing all the issues you've described there. Please, make sure you're using the 0.20.6 version. If there's anything else you need, please send us an email at support@unit1gear.com.

Incredibly buggy app ruins the helmet

This app is incredibly buggy and with glaring typos (e.g. ironically “light” is misspelled, of all words). The app often doesn’t connect to the helmet for minutes, and the customization settings do not sync the first time you select them, requiring you to toggle back and forth between these presets to get the helmet to change. You also cannot delete any presets you create. The fact that the helmet requires you to use this app for switching between preset modes ruins an otherwise cool helmet. I would return this helmet based on the quality of this app alone.
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Response from developer

Hi Jklungo11, thanks for your feedback! We've updated the App, addressing all the issues you've described there. Please, make sure you're using the 0.20.6 version. If there's anything else you need, please send us an email at support@unit1gear.com.

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FAQ

What is U1 FARO?

U1 FARO is the legacy version of the FARO App, designed to be compatible only with the UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet. This application has been replaced by the UNIT 1 App and will be discontinued.

Is U1 FARO still supported?

No, U1 FARO is a legacy application that has been replaced by the UNIT 1 App and will be discontinued. Users are advised to migrate to the new application for continued support and functionality.

Where can I find the new app for my UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet?

The new application that replaces U1 FARO is called the UNIT 1 App. You can find it by searching for 'UNIT 1 App' in your device's app store.

What devices does U1 FARO support?

U1 FARO is compatible with iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to work with the UNIT 1 FARO Smart Helmet.

What is the age rating for U1 FARO?

U1 FARO has an age rating of 4+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged four and older.

When was U1 FARO last updated?

The latest version of U1 FARO, 0.20.16, was last updated on March 28, 2024. However, as a legacy app, it is scheduled for discontinuation.

What is the user rating for U1 FARO?

U1 FARO has a user rating of 3.1 stars based on 11 ratings. This reflects user sentiment for this legacy version.

Is U1 FARO free to download?

Yes, U1 FARO is available for free download. However, please note that it is a legacy application and will be discontinued.