Apparently, 3rd party tech can be integrated into Apple’s usually closed ecosystem, because 4iiii has just announced that their newest Precision+ power meter is now the first that can be tracked with Apple’s Find My technology.
Plus, a new 4iiii ‘Ride’ app for Apple Watch means you can track all of your key cycling power metrics directly from the most popular smartwatch out there, with no need for a cycling computer mounted to the bike.Right beside your iPhone, MacBook, AirPods & AirTags, you can now track your bike with your phone in the Find My app, leveraging all the other 1.5 billion Apple iPhone users out in the world to keep tabs on where your 4iiii Precision 3+ power meter has snuck off to.
The new functionality is first the Apple Find My feature. But there is also a new Automatic Terrain Selector that claims to improve cadence sampling and increase power measurement accuracy by automatically switching between the onboard accelerometer “on smooth steady-state cruising” and then over to the built-in gyroscope “on rough terrain, gravel, or for high RPM sprints”. Doing so improves accuracy, while retaining ultra-long battery life.
Even better news, cyclists already with an existing 4iiii Precision 3 power meter prior to this update, can actually send their left side power meter back to 4iiii , and 4iiii will upgrade it with the new firmware for the new & improved functionality!In addition to the new + functionality, 4iiii also has a new free Ride comparison app for Apple Watch users, so you can leave the cycling computer at home and still track your rides with power.
The app seamlessly uploads comprehensive ride statistics, including GPS routes, in .FIT and Apple Fitness files. It is natively configured as part of the Apple Health Kit, allowing riders to track their activity, calories, and close those daily activity rings. The app also supports auto sync to Strava, enabling automatic workout sharing and enhancing the social aspect of cycling.