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Old 12-01-2016, 09:16 AM   #1
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I usually run the app when I'm out for a ride but there's been a few times when I just plain forgot. Other than not having captured details of that ride, what negatives are there, if any?
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Old 12-01-2016, 09:28 AM   #2
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The only negative I could see would be some light battery drain on your mobile device.


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Old 12-01-2016, 01:48 PM   #3
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Normally when I do remember to launch the app and make the Bluetooth connection, I put my phone in my pocket... So I'm not seeing my speed and whatever other details are displayed within the app.
One nice thing I do get when having a Bluetooth connection with the app running, is that I have a Samsung Gear S2 smart watch. So when the app sends it's various notifications to the phone (going to fast, motor stressed, etc), I can just glance at my watch to see what's happening!
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I think he was asking about the negatives of not using the app.
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Old 12-05-2016, 11:35 PM   #5
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I like to run the app so I can keep track of how many total miles I have on the MiniPro. I assume if you don't use the app it won't keep track of total miles?

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Old 12-09-2016, 08:16 PM   #6
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I like to run the app so I can keep track of how many total miles I have on the MiniPro. I assume if you don't use the app it won't keep track of total miles?

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Total miles are recorded on the base, just like on an i2.
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If the app was well-designed, this would be true. However, the app remains running even after quitting out and causes a significant drain on the battery while it is running, even if the MiniPro is off. I only use the app to show off the remote control feature.
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Old 12-10-2016, 04:01 AM   #8
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who else is tired of fake:"news stories and this mini pro junk?this is a segway site
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Total miles are recorded on the base, just like on an i2.
Thanks Gihgehls, I didn't know that. I've never tried without the app. I'm glad it will keep track of total miles without the app.

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who else is tired of fake:"news stories and this mini pro junk?this is a segway site
Well, considering the Mini Pro is a Segway/Ninebot product, I think it's completely applicable to SegwayChat.
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