Question 1

How rugged or flimsy will the gestr module be?

Accepted Answer

Because there is no need for a mechanical switch (the magnet will be used to turn the power on and off), we can make it hermetically sealed, which basically means everything-proof.

Question 2

What sets the gestr apart from other gesture recognition systems in terms of reliability and performance, particularly in situations involving a lot of motion?

Accepted Answer

Unlike most gesture recognition systems that are passive, gestr takes a different approach by requiring an active element—the magnetic ring. While it may seem like an additional component, the benefits it brings in terms of accuracy, repeatability, and avoiding false positives more than make up for it.

Question 3

What about speech recognition?

Accepted Answer

Speech recognition is cool and keeps getting better, but let's face it, it's still slow and needs perfect conditions with no background noise and a strong internet connection to work reliably. And hey, when you're using speech, you're not just talking to your phone, but also to  everyone around you. We've been there, and that's why we created the gestr. Once you try it, you'll love how easy it is to use without all the jabbering.

Question 4

I'm afraid this gizmo will encourage my kids to be wired in when they should be paying attention while snowboarding or riding their bike.

Accepted Answer

We totally get where you're coming from, and we'll cover this topic in an upcoming blog post.

Safety is not just about hearing; it's about being aware of your surroundings and staying vigilant. We would never suggest using noise-cancelling headphones or blasting music at max volume in busy traffic. Let's be real, millions of people enjoy their  rides and runs safely with audio every day by using common sense.

The gestr takes safety even further by making it a breeze to instantly mute the audio when needed, as easy as taking a sip from your bite valve, and by eliminating the need to constantly glance at a screen.

We have countless ideas on how technology can actively enhance your commute's  safety, and we're already assembling a team of talented individuals to make it happen. In the future's 'smart cities,' it might even become a requirement for urban commuters using human-powered transport to have headphones for an enhanced experience.

Stay tuned for more!

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