MindHelix Tech LLP launches ‘Tuk Tuk’ meter

Kochi-based MindHelix Technologies has launched ‘Tuk Tuk’ meter a mobile application that enables the commuter to get a fair fare from the autorickshaws. This is India’s first multiplatform application that can dynamically calculate the distance travelled using GPS and calculate the fare due. The application runs on smart phones with Android, Blackberry or Symbian operating systems without any need for manual distance or fare entry. ‘Tuk Tuk’ meter does not require internet connection or the service provider, enabling it to function even in remote areas. The application has a simple user interface that consists of a START / STOP button. The ‘Tuk Tuk’ meter can be customized for any location by entering the fare details in the settings page. The application can be started on entering the autorickshaw and the meter in the phone will run alongside the meter in the rickshaw and it can double check the distance travelled as shown in the auto’s meter and the GPS distance calculated by the application. The application, which will give the distance within the GPS tolerance, can be downloaded for free from www.tuktuk.mindhelix.com “With the aim of bringing fairness to the public transport sector, MindHelix Technologies is introducing Tuk Tuk auto fare calculator which brings a relief to the commuters by empowering them to find the distance and fare. We are going to be the market leader in creating Mobile Games and Applications for the emerging markets like China and India. We have nine applications in different stages of development including games for iPhones, other travel related applications and corporate communications tools. We are in talks for getting suitable partners to work with to achieve these targets,” said Christin Emmanuel George, Co-founder and CEO of MindHelix Technologies LLP. MindHelix Technologies LLP is a start up company formed in December 2010 by an engineer and two engineering students, with the aim of incorporating multi-faceted technologies under one roof. The company focuses on Mobile Application development and has a section for the development of rich internet applications and desktop software. The young and dynamic team is headed by Christin George (CEO), Thomas Antony (CTO) and Kallidil Kalidasan (COO). The other key people are Abin Peter and Nandakumar K.S. With everyone except the CEO being students of TocH Engineering College, MindHelix Technologies is defining new horizons in student entrepreneurship.