There’s nothing quite like hitting the open road—wind in your face, the thrill of exploration, and pure cycling freedom. But that freedom often comes with a dark side: bike theft. For many riders, the fear of leaving their bike unattended—whether at a café, trailhead, or bike rack—casts a shadow over their adventure. Traditional U‑locks and […]
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AlterLock is a Japanese company. From next year, Japan’s laws governing bicycle riding will change significantly. We’re sharing this article with an educational intent so future visitors who wish to cycle in Japan can ride safely and responsibly—especially travelers who may not be familiar with local rules. When riding a bicycle in Japan, you might
Why Bicycle Theft Demands Multi‑Layered Protection Bicycle theft techniques continue to evolve year after year, and high‑value road bikes and e‑bikes are increasingly targeted. AlterLock interviewed three individuals—each in different circumstances—who experienced bike theft first‑hand. This article captures the essence and takeaways from those interviews, offering actionable ideas to help riders better protect their bikes
AlterLock was developed with one clear purpose: theft prevention. It’s an IoT (Internet of Things) device designed to protect your valuable bikes and motorcycles.The latest model, AlterLock Gen3, uses the LTE-M communication standard—but what makes LTE-M superior to other technologies?In this article, we’ll explore LTE-M’s technical features and benefits, compare it with other IoT communication
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AlterLock is an anti-theft device designed for road bikes and motorcycles. By connecting with your smartphone, it activates an alarm and tracks location information to help protect your beloved ride. In this article, we introduce the features available when using AlterLock Gen3 with the free plan (without a subscription). We hope this helps those considering
📰 AlterLock Featured in Trimax Magazine Vol.245! We’re excited to share that AlterLock has been reviewed in https://www.trimax-mag.com/! The review is written in French, so we especially encourage our readers living in France to check it out and learn more about how AlterLock is making waves in the cycling security world. As we continue to
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We’re on a mission to bring peace of mind to cyclists worldwide, and now we’re looking for distribution partners in the United States, Australia and the EU to make it happen. AlterLock Gen3 combines anti-theft alarm technology, GPS tracking, and IoT connectivity in one sleek device. After earning the trust of users in Japan, we’re
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Latest Updates Version 1.0.6 6 Oct 2025 Please update to iOS app version 2.3.15 or later, or Android app version 2.3.15 or later, to use this firmware.You can check the app version at the bottom of the app menu. How to update Troubleshooting We have also updated our iOS and Android apps. If you haven’t
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AlterLock Teams Up with Bike Index to Support Cyclists and Deter Bike Theft in the U.S. Introduction Bicycle theft continues to be a significant concern for cyclists, particularly in urban areas where traditional locks often fail to provide adequate protection. To help address this challenge, AlterLock — a smart security brand originally developed in Japan
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We are pleased to announce that, in conjunction with the release of AlterLock Gen3 and in order to accommodate enhancements to our services, we will be updating our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy effective June 1, 2024.Please be assured that there will be no new actions or changes in how you use our service
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Thank you for using AlterLock.Starting with the next version update scheduled in May 2024, the AlterLock application for iOS will no longer support iOS version 14 and below. OS versions that will no longer be supported iOS 11 to 14 You will still be able to use the current application after the end of support,
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Thank you for using AlterLock.Starting with the next version update scheduled in May 2024, the AlterLock application for Android will no longer support Android OS version 7 and below. OS versions that will no longer be supported Android 5 to 7 You will still be able to use the current application after the end of
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Major updates to the Android version of the AlterLock app. Latest Releases Version: 2.2.27 June 1, 2023 If you have not yet renewed your subscription, you can do so from the link below.In the case of phased release, it may take up to a week for the latest version to be available for download. Release
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Major updates to the iOS version of the AlterLock app. Latest Releases Version: 2.2.10 June 1, 2023 If you have not yet renewed your subscription, you can do so from the link below.In the case of phased release, it may take up to a week for the latest version to be available for download. Release
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In line with enhancements to AlterLock’s functionality for acquiring location data, the Privacy Policy has been revised effective 1 June 2023. Revised contents Article 1.3.Location information on the smartphone side will be newly added as data to be collected when using the AlterLock device. With the planned future update of the application, the location of
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Support holidays User support will be closed during the following period. Wednesday 3 May – Sunday 7 May 2023 * JST. Enquiries will still be accepted during the holiday period, but we will respond to them in due course from 8 May (Mon) onwards. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Shipping schedule. The shipping
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Latest Updates If the version number differs depending on when the device was manufactured, multiple versions are listed together. Version 1.4.0 / 2.2.0 15 Feb 2024 How to update Troubleshooting We have also updated our iOS and Android apps. If you haven’t updated yet, please update to the latest version from each store. Update History
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We’re pleased to announce that we’re looking for AlterLock reviewers. If you’d like to become a reviewer and receive an AlterLock in our prize draw, please check the details below and enter the draw. We look forward to receiving your entry. Entry deadline Oct. 15, 2021 Prize AlterLock Gen 2 with anti-theft bolts and tool
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Around 90% of cyclists who experienced bike theft had locked their bike. A next-level security system is needed. Nextscape Inc., who announced AlterLock, took a survey of bike thefts in the UK, Netherlands, and Germany.The subject of the investigation was a total of 1500 cyclists in those three countries.The research results provided useful insight on
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Nextscape to Launch New Bike Anti-theft Solution “AlterLock” Nextscape Inc. will launch “AlterLock,” a new anti-theft IoT device for cyclists, starting with pre-orders from February 25 and later in Europe. Amid the 2020 coronavirus pandemic, the number of bike theft cases in London has reached almost three times the level last year. The device helps
