Building in Public
Our Roadmap
Follow our journey building VimoSwim - from concept to reality. We share our progress openly.
What we're working on now
Our current priorities as we prepare VimoSwim for swimmers worldwide.
Hardware Refinement
Finalizing the production-ready design with optimized components and waterproof enclosure.
Beta Testing
Working with 100+ swimmers and coaches to collect real-world feedback and iterate quickly.
Manufacturing Setup
Preparing production lines, quality control processes, and supply chain partnerships.
500+
Swimmers waiting
8
Milestones completed
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In progress
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Upcoming
Development Timeline
Every milestone on our path from idea to product.
Future Features & Enhancements
UpcomingWhat's coming next for Vimo — Pomodoro intervals, ambassador toolkit, multi-sport
Pace analytics, Pomodoro intervals, fitness app integrations, and a coach dashboard are all on the table. We will prioritize based on beta feedback.
Public Launch
UpcomingVimoSwim available to all swimmers worldwide
Full production run, global shipping, iOS and Android apps, and complete documentation. Every swimmer ready for rhythm-based training.
Beta Batch: 100 Units
In ProgressPreparing devices for our first wave of beta testers
First 100 units with production-ready hardware, pre-loaded firmware, and a quick start guide. Selecting beta testers from the 500+ swimmers and coaches on the waiting list.
Vimo Goes International — Mexico, Norway, Greece
In ProgressAmbassadors and beta testers stretching from Mexico City to Oslo, with a swim camp in Corfu
Real swimmers testing Vimo across pool, lake, and open water — Hungary, Spain, Mexico, Norway, and Greece. Every session feeds the firmware and the next prototype iteration.
BeatBuddy Becomes Vimo
CompletedA new name, a new brand — Vimo, short for Velocity Intelligent Metronome
After months of name searches and legal review, BeatBuddy became Vimo — short for Velocity Intelligent Metronome. Same team, same tech, same mission, just a name that is fully ours.
Components Sourced — Assembly Begins
In ProgressBOM ~80% locked in, first assembly run targeted for mid-May 2026
Most components secured from multiple distributors. The IMU sensor needs a swap (requiring firmware adaptation) and the custom charger IC is in final selection.
Production Preparation & Manufacturing Setup
In ProgressSetting up manufacturing processes and preparing for production
Selecting manufacturing partner, locking quality control, optimizing supply chain. Modern lines can assemble 10,000 boards per hour when we are ready to scale.
First OLED Display Test
CompletedHardware programming milestone - electronics come to life
First successful OLED test on the new hardware revision. A small step in code, a huge one for the device — the electronics are alive.
Prototype v2 Almost Ready
CompletedTime to code, test, and fine-tune every detail
Second prototype with improved component integration, better power management, and a refined form factor. Now in the coding and testing phase.
Building in Public - Eight Months In
CompletedReal progress doesn't always come with instant rewards
Eight months of hitting roadblocks, testing, tweaking, and trying again. No big wins yet — but we keep pushing and sharing the journey.
Refreshed Strategy & Renewed Energy
CompletedComing back with a renewed focus and refreshed approach
After a year of building, we reset the strategy and clarified the path forward. Renewed energy, sharper focus, clear next steps.
First User Tests in the Pool
CompletedReal swimmers testing VimoSwim - haptic feedback is a game changer
Took the prototype to the pool with Total Immersion swimmers. Haptic feedback proved especially valuable for swimmers with hearing impairments — and the rhythm genuinely motivates training.
First Prototype Built
CompletedWorking hardware with core features - proof that our vision is possible
Built our first working PCB with the microcontroller, OLED, vibration motor, Bluetooth module, and rechargeable battery. Proof that the design is feasible and worth pursuing.
The Idea Was Born
CompletedFrustrated with existing tempo trainers, we sketched what a modern device should look like
Existing tempo trainers had no firmware updates, only basic beep feedback, and no programmable intervals. We sketched a modern alternative with an OLED display, triple feedback, and a rechargeable battery.