We all love riding safe and want to be seen on the road, in partiuclar at night. However, often a simple bike light doesn't seem to work well. A new solution is this smart commute backpack, Aster, with integrated bike lights. Aster's rear and profile lights make you visible to motorists from all sides, front lights signal your presence in rear-view mirrors and automatic brake lights help you avoid getting rear-ended. Integrated turn signals make sure that drivers around you know when you're making a turn. Aster sports a bright red light on the back to alert motorists that a cyclist is sharing the road with them. The 16-LED rear light is visible from a distance of 250 meters and grabs more attention because it's in the driver's line of sight. Front lights are low-power, high-visibility lights built into the straps of the backpack.

Aster's light settings are comtroled with an app (called the Lumos Aster app), available for both Android and iOS platforms. You can adjust your light settings to meet the regulations specific to your state or country. The app allows you to see the battery life remaining, both in the 4000mAh USB-chargeable battery and the handlebar unit. On the default mode, your Aster battery should last for 10-15 hours of riding time. Aster gives you gives you also an additional layer of security in addition to your existing bike lock. Using the Lumos app and the handlebar-unit, you can lock your bike in its place with one tap! If your cycle is moved for more than 5 seconds once locked, an alarm is triggered to attract attention. This functionality is offered through the accelerometer built into the handlebar unit. the backpack comes in two sizes, 18-liter and 24-liter, and has also several commuter-specific compartments: a laptop holder, a minimalist helmet holder, a whistle buckle, tuck-away U-lock holder loops, zippered bottle pockets, rain-cover and an 'In Case of Emergency' information slot in the event of a crash

Pledge $79 and you get one backpack plus handlebar unit with the color and size of your choice.