The iOS and Android app lets wearers adjust warmth under outer layers, set a shut-off timer and check battery life.
ORORO is moving the controls for its heated liner vest to the phone. Its first Bluetooth garment pairs with a new iOS and Android app, so someone wearing the vest under a coat can adjust the heat without reaching for the garment’s power button.
The app lets wearers change heat levels, switch heating on or off and set a timer. It also shows battery life and tracks heating sessions. Low-battery notifications let users know when a recharge is due, and an Eco Mode is designed to extend runtime. The vest still has a physical power button with vibration feedback.
The quilted liner uses water- and wind-resistant fabric and has five heating zones. Two sit at the abdomen, one covers the lower back and two run diagonally across the shoulders and upper back. Flexible side panels, wide armholes and an adjustable waist help it fit under outerwear or work as a layer on its own.
ORORO announced a November rollout for the app. The vest starts at $199.99 on the brand’s website and comes in black in unisex sizes XS/S through XL/2XL.
