Canyon is more than just a bicycle brand now, with the launch at Eurobike this week of its new Smart Computer, an app-based bike computer.

The Smart Computer, developed in partnership with Sony, utilises Android Wear software which means it can run a range of apps, including Strava, and be synced to a compatible phone, which as well as Android-based smartphones, will eventually include iPhone compatibility.

The Smart Computer has a very smart appearance. It has been designed to be compatible with Canyon’s own range of stems. No rubber bands or zip ties necessary, instead it uses a simple and secure sliding mechanism.

“Our aim in designing the Smart Computer was to find a sleek solution that seamlessly integrates with Canyon form. Gone are the days of rubber bands and bar clamps,” says Canyon.

The computer has a 1.6in trans-reflective LCD capacitive touch screen - we had a hands-on demonstration and can confirm the screen is very sharp with good clarity, more smartphone than traditional cycle computer. Using Android Wear technology, the same as you’d find in a device like the Samsung Gear smart watch, means the Canyon Smart Computer can be used with quite a large number of apps.

That means everything from navigating, using Google Maps for turn-by-turn directions, to tracking speed and distance using the popular Strava app, is possible with the computer.

There are internal sensors including GPS so it can be used as a standalone computer, without pairing with a smartphone. It uses Bluetooth Smart and ANT+ so it can be synced with heart rate, speed, cadence sensors and power meters. It’s waterproof and has a claimed 8-10 hour runtime.

The Canyon Smart Computer is expected to go on sale in February 2016, with a guide price of £200.