JimiIoT is proud to announce a landmark collaboration with Ofo, the world’s first and largest station-free bike-sharing platform. As part of this partnership, Ofo has purchased 200,000 units of the BL10 GPS Bike Lock, developed and manufactured by JimiIoT, to support its growing operations and enhance the smart biking experience.

About Ofo

Founded in China, Ofo revolutionized urban commuting by introducing a dockless bike-sharing model. Unlike traditional systems that require docking stations, Ofo users can unlock, ride, and park bicycles freely in designated public areas, eliminating infrastructure limitations. The company boasts over 3 million daily users across 34 cities, making it a pioneer and leader in the global micro-mobility market.

The system is straightforward: users download the Ofo app, enter the bike number to receive a passcode, turn the dials to align with the correct digits, and press a button to unlock the bike. After completing their ride, users can park the bike anywhere parking is permitted, leaving it ready for the next rider. This level of accessibility and freedom has driven Ofo’s popularity in densely populated urban areas, contributing to China’s bike-sharing boom.

As of mid-2017, China’s bike-sharing market had surpassed 106 million app-based users, according to the China Internet Network Information Center (CNNIC). Fueled by massive capital investment and technological innovation, the sector is redefining short-distance travel and smart urban mobility.

About the BL10 GPS Bike Lock

JimiIoT’s BL10 GPS Bike Lock is a robust all-in-one hardware-software solution tailored for intelligent shared mobility. It merges GPS positioning, Bluetooth, GPRS, and QR code functionality, enabling seamless connectivity and user access. Whether via app, SMS, or QR code, users can quickly locate and unlock bikes. Post-ride, the system offers data insights such as distance traveled, calories burned, and ride history, enhancing user engagement.

For fleet operators like Ofo, the BL10 system integrates with a cloud-based management platform, enabling real-time monitoring of bike locations, battery levels, and usage. Operators can define geo-fences, track maintenance personnel, and receive alerts for malfunctions or unauthorized movement. The system supports comprehensive data reports covering bike distribution, repair requests, deposit/refund management, and operational coverage.

Empowering Urban Mobility Together

This cooperation between JimiIoT and Ofo is a strategic move toward smarter, greener urban transportation. As cities worldwide look to reduce congestion and carbon emissions, solutions like the BL10 GPS Bike Lock are at the forefront of creating intelligent, sustainable mobility ecosystems.