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Start Your Own Bike-Share With This Keyless Bike Lock
Unlock the bike with a smartphone and grant access to friends.
We already have official bike-share systems and online marketplaces for renting out bikes. But BitLock, a new keyless lock, creates a charming new way to make any bike a bike-share bike.
How does it work? BitLock uses Bluetooth technology to replace traditional bike keys with the smartphone. Once you’re within 3 feet of the bike, you can unlock it through the mobile application or by pressing the "unlock" button (it re-locks when you’re more than 3 feet away). BitLock works with various iPhone and Android models, and has been tested in rain and snow. The creators also boast a battery life of 5 years, based on an average usage of 5 lock/unlocks a day.