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Strava's Instant Workouts: Big Idea, Rough Execution
sports-technology1 month ago

Strava's Instant Workouts: Big Idea, Rough Execution

Strava’s Instant Workouts aims to deliver five weekly workouts across four categories with auto route suggestions, leveraging Runna data and subscription access. In practice, the feature is hampered by wonky pace estimates (often based on outdated data), impractical route ideas (such as looping around a block), and a lack of push-to-device support, with Garmin/Apple integration promised but uncertain. It has real potential to differentiate Strava if it fixes routing accuracy and adds seamless device syncing.

Strava Introduces Personalized Workouts and GPS Routes
technology1 month ago

Strava Introduces Personalized Workouts and GPS Routes

Strava has launched a new feature called Instant Workouts that offers personalized workout suggestions and GPS routes based on users' previous activities, aiming to motivate and diversify their fitness routines. The feature is available for paid subscribers and integrates with Apple Watch and Garmin devices, reflecting Strava's broader growth and development strategy. The company is also planning further enhancements, including workout recommendations from partners and increased integration with smartwatch uploads.

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Dispute, Causing Runners to Worry
technology4 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Dispute, Causing Runners to Worry

Strava is suing Garmin over alleged patent infringements related to features like segments and heat maps, causing concern among runners and cyclists who rely on these apps for tracking and sharing their workouts. The case has sparked debate about data sharing, app features, and user loyalty, with some fearing the potential impact on their fitness routines and online communities.

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales
technology4 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales

Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin, citing issues with Garmin's new API guidelines that require platform partners to display Garmin logos on shared activity data, which Strava argues harms user experience and data ownership. Strava claims it attempted to resolve the issue over five months but was unsuccessful, leading to the legal action. Garmin states it does not comment on pending litigation.

Strava Sues Garmin Over Device Sales and Patent Infringements
technology4 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Device Sales and Patent Infringements

Strava is suing Garmin over alleged patent infringements related to route segments and heatmaps on Garmin Connect, demanding Garmin cease sales of devices using these features. The lawsuit centers on Strava's patents from 2015 and 2016, claiming Garmin copied features that are integral to cycling and running route planning. The legal dispute arises amid tensions over data usage and attribution guidelines, with potential implications for users of both platforms. Strava emphasizes its intent to avoid disrupting user data access, but the outcome remains uncertain.

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement
business4 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement

Strava has filed a lawsuit against Garmin, alleging patent infringement related to exercise tracking features like segments and heatmaps, and claiming Garmin violated a cooperation agreement. The lawsuit seeks to stop Garmin from selling products with these features, but experts doubt its success. The case appears unusual given the long-standing partnership between the companies and recent timing, with Strava citing Garmin's new API branding requirements as a motive. The situation remains complex and potentially disruptive, but its impact on users is uncertain.

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales
business4 months ago

Strava Sues Garmin Over Patent Infringement and Device Sales

Strava has sued Garmin for patent infringement related to GPS segments and heatmaps, demanding Garmin cease sales of many devices that feature these functionalities, citing patent violations and alleging Garmin expanded beyond a previous cooperation agreement. The lawsuit seeks a permanent injunction and claims damages for lost revenue and harm to competitive position.