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BMW's Bluetooth Motorcycle Helmet |
axxxr
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BMW has developed and designed the System V motorcycle helmet with integrated Bluetooth. According to Bikes in the Fast Lane the helmet's wireless system includes "two virtually invisible Array microphones in the forehead area, a digital signal processor (DSP) to filter interference and wind noise, a Bluetooth module, two speakers and an integrated set of batteries."
BMW announced the System V helmet at this year's Intermot.
http://blogs.motorbiker.org/blogs.nsf/dx/09152004161722MWEJRX.htm
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whizkidd
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Technology overkill. Isn't it? :-D
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axxxr
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On 2004-10-08 01:41:45, whizkidd wrote:
Technology overkill. Isn't it? 
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No not really!..."Neccesity is the mother of invention"
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SE Rules
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A stroke of genius from the creaters of such amazing motorcycles, BMW I salute you.
Want to stretch your mind? Try this if you dare!!!Philips Diga > Nokia 3210 > Nokia 3650 >  K750 > Nokia N80 > K800 > K850 |
Merc_Man
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On 2004-10-08 01:47:37, SE Rules wrote:
A stroke of genius from the creaters of such amazing motorcycles, BMW I salute you.
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Me to, thats just pure cleverness (Is that a word??)
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xenious
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that rocks, but I hope it doesn't result in people trying to drive a motorcycle and talk on their cell phones ack! Now for music that would be so sweeet! |
plasmadog
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yeah...
its hard enough riding a bike and to concentrate while u have a helmet around your head.
but for music.. its a great idea! |
eric_emeralds
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I want one so i can drive my car with it on :-P
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axxxr
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Here's something else which will go nicely with this helmet........
Motorcycle Airbag
Halo Labs is developing an airbag system for motorcyclists that fits inside a jacket and was kind enough to put three hypnotic, cringe-inducing, yet hilarious videos of their product tests online. I especially like the end of video one, where the cartoon man is launched over a car, tumbling and spinning, only to land in a mess of out-of-place legs, showing that even an airbag jacket isn't going to help you much when you're flipping thirty feet through the air (but at least your vital organs might make it out in one piece).
http://www.halolab.com/
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baseballfanz
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All I need now is a motorcycle. |
axxxr
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There's also this motorola version........
Bikes in the Fast Lane Motorcycle News is reporting that MOMO has announced the Fighter Prestige Helmet.The helmet will be available in the 1st quarter of 2005.helmet with a Bluetooth communication system.
The Motorola unit on it will also be available as an aftermarket kit -- so you can add Bluetooth to any Motorcycle helmet.
UPDATE: Motorola Press Release on the wireless helmet headset:
Motorola and MOMODESIGN today announced their first Bluetooth enabled motorcycle helmet that will make it possible for motorcycle riders to scoot around town and stay connected.
Built on the award-winning design of Motorola’s popular HS810, the wireless helmet headset is the latest addition to Motorola’s leading portfolio of stylish and innovative Bluetooth products.
The best-dressed riders are already wearing MOMODESIGN’s helmets, and now they can stay in touch whilst looking good, as the new helmet marries MOMODESIGN’s distinctive style and innovative design with Motorola’s technology expertise. The helmet is stylish and open-faced, its design draws inspiration from air force pilots helmets, with anti-scratch visor and carbon fibre details for fashion conscious people with a modern approach to travel and city life.
Whether chatting to friends or work, the Motorola / MOMODESIGN helmet means riders will no longer get tangled up in awkward wires getting on and off their bikes. Taking and making calls is easy as all functions (answer, end, redial, voice dial and volume) can be made from the cover on the helmet.
An essential accessory for urbanites who demand to stay in touch at all times, whether in the car, on a bike, in the office or at home. The Motorola / MOMODESIGN helmet offers you seamless communication due to the unique headset module. There need be no break in the conversation when you get off the bike – just remove the headset module from the helmet, attach it to the neck loop and continue talking – no one will even know you’ve changed location!
The Motorola wireless helmet headset is manufactured with a noise reducing microphone to help minimise traffic and wind noise when riding at highway speed, as well as a cover designed to withstand whatever nature throws at you.
The battery lasts for up to five hours talktime and 100 hours standby time, so you won’t need to charge it too often. When you do, just remove the headset module from the helmet and plug in!
Bruce Hawver, Vice President and General Manager, Companion Products, Motorola commented: “Motorola’s working on many different technologies to offer consumers the ability to stay in touch at all times, no matter where they go, or how they get there. Our new wireless helmet headset is one of our first products that fit this category. In addition, this particular product serves as further affirmation of our commitment to lead in Bluetooth technology.
We are pleased to be able to offer this to motorcycle riders in partnership with MOMODESIGN.”
Paolo Cattaneo, Vice President and General Manager, MOMODESIGN added: “Our customers choose our helmets for their cutting edge design and safety features. We’ve set high standards and consequently our customers are always expecting more so it’s exciting to be working with Motorola to now offer cutting edge technology to help our riders stay in touch on their bikes whether it be for work or pleasure.”
The Motorola wireless helmet headset also will be available as an aftermarket kit. The kit, containing the helmet adapter (microphone, speaker, cover), Bluetooth headset module, lanyard and charger, would easily attach to a consumer’s own helmet with the included strong 3M adhesive. Both solutions are universal, making them compatible with any Bluetooth enabled handset.
Availability is expected in early Q1 2005.
About Motorola
Motorola, Inc. (NYSE: MOT) is a global leader in wireless, broadband and automotive communications technologies that help make life smarter, safer, simpler, synchronised and fun. Sales in 2003 were US$27.1 billion. Motorola creates innovative technological solutions that benefit people at home, at work and on the move. The company also is a progressive corporate citizen dedicated to operating ethically, protecting the environment and supporting the communities in which it does business. For more information: www.motorola.com.
About MOMODESIGN
MOMODESIGN is a style centre headquartered in Milan. The company designs and develops its own brand products (helmets, clothing, footwear, watches, eyewear) and also works on design projects for third parties and international clients.
MOMODESIGN’s collection is distributed worldwide in exclusive shops as well as in the company's flagship stores. MOMODESIGN’s products are recognised by their innovative and personal design, excellent quality and attention to detail.
www.momodesign.com
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k4m!k4ze
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Those helmets would cost quite some dough right ?
i've got a better idea. Buy a helmet (any brand) and wear it after wearing a bluetooth headset.
cheaper and you can even detach bluetooth from the helmet ! 
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jplacson
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Or get the HBM-30... so you can have a BT headset... plus MP3s as well!!!
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thisisme
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Does this mean we can bluejack someones helmet and make the visor go up and down or something?
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Jowi
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On 2004-10-19 04:43:46, ***** wrote:
Does this mean we can bluejack someones helmet and make the visor go up and down or something?
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maybe |
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Posted: 2004-10-08 01:37
K750 > Nokia N80 > 
