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Segway’s two new Personal Transporter (PT) systems called the i2 and x2 are designed for indoor and outdoor use. The PT x2 is optimized for outdoor use only, supporting larger and wider tires, knobby treads and wider stance. Both models are capable of cruising speed of 12.5 mph, running on Lithium-Ion batteries. The PT i2 can go for 16-24 miles on a full charge, while the x2 gets around 12 miles. You can buy the Segway i2 now for $5,000, or wait around for the x2 which will be out in September. Segway will also be releasing other versions of their second-generation scooter, such as a new golf-centric model, with all six total versions due by the end of the year.
Via Engadget.
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[...] The Standing Wheelchair concept design allows wheelchair users to stand upright in the wheelchair which allows them to see the world as they did before. Its design looks similar to a Segway but it has more features to help the wheelchair users keep upright and hold on to the wheelchair. This standing wheelchair is only a concept at the moment but could be implemented using similar technology to the Segway. [...]