cliverani · HackerTrans

6 years agodiscuss

It's just literally audio feedback telling to you go faster or slower based on your heart rate. It's no more dangerous than voice navigation while driving.

cliverani

6 years agodiscuss

You're right.

It's the portability of being able to use Fitness+ cycle instructors on any stationary bike not just a Peloton that I think provides the most value.

When things get back to normal, you can have the instructor guide you through a workout at a hotel gym or any gym anywhere with a stationary bike.

cliverani

6 years agodiscuss

I think Peloton's largely upper-middle class target market that live in the suburbs or cities can find solid bike trails using Apple maps.

But you're right, it's too early to jump to conclusions.

cliverani

6 years agodiscuss

EU has set a July 20 deadline for the deal. Google and Fitbit already have regulatory approval for the deal in the U.S.

cliverani

6 years agodiscuss

Apple just took a huge swing at Peloton and at home fitness startups.

Why cycle in place at home with a Peloton instructor, when you can cycle outside with a Fitness+ instructor? Why limit yourself to your stationary Peloton bike at home, when you can use a stationary bike anywhere?

Apple can and probability will beat out Lulu Lemon's Mirror on price using motion capture on an AppleTV smartTV or Ipad.

Only startup that stands a chance is Tonal b/c of their hardware providing value.

cliverani

6 years agodiscuss

Well, Google owns Fitbit now, so it's two behemoths going at each other.

Plus you now have Amazon coming into the market with their Halo Fitness bands.

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