Boosted’s 2018 line includes faster and shorter electric skateboards

Boosted has been running some pretty sweet discounts on its line of electric skateboards lately, but those are days coming to a close with today's new product launch for 2018. There are four models this time around, and two versions are even smaller...

The Wirecutter’s best deals: Save $50 on a SwagTron T1 hoverboard

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A visual history of gadgets that have burst into flames

Samsung had a rough 2016. Last year, the company had to recall its Galaxy Note 7 after units were catching fire, followed by millions of washing machines that were exploding in people's homes. But Samsung isn't the only company that's struggled recen...

How an argument led to the creation of a safer ‘hoverboard’

German electronics firm Hama had been looking at self-balancing skateboards, better known as Hoverboards or Swagways, for about half a year. It wanted to get into the market and so bought every single device currently available to see how they worked...

Segway Ninebot miniPro Self-Balancing Scooter: Not Mall Cop Approved

Segway has a new personal transport vehicle that Paul Blart wouldn’t be able to use. The vehicle is called the Ninebot by Segway miniPro and it has a maximum weight capacity of 185 pounds. If you meet that weight capacity, it will haul you about 14 miles per charge at a max speed of 10 mph. I’d count on significantly less range the heavier you are and if you are going up hills.

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The gadget looks like a more substantial version of all those so-called “hoverboards” on the market. However, the Segway is UL 2272 certified so it probably won’t burst into flames and burn your house down.  Is controlled using that bicycle seat looking padded knee controller, and Segway says you can learn to ride this contraption in minutes.

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The Ninebot offers remote control via a mobile app, and customizable LED lighting. It also has an integrated alarm that will alert you if someone tries to steal your Ninebot, giving you the chance to go outside and get beat up in addition to being robbed.

The Ninebot is currently on Amazon selling for $999(USD) in black or white, with free Prime shipping. The miniature urban transporter will ship starting on June 29.

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This Hoverboard Has a Cereal Bowl Attached for Breakfast on the Go

You know how it is. You sleep in too late, and then you don’t have time for breakfast before work. It happens to the best of us. The Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cruiser has you covered. Just add your milk and cereal to your hoverboard and get on your way.

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The Cruiser is basically a hoverboard with a cereal bowl mounted at eating level. The bowl swings freely to keep it level, so you won’t lose your cereal. It even has a slot to store your spoon in.

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This breakfast contraption was created by General Mills, inspired by the success of its Selfie Spoon. Breakfast is now breakslow, but at least you are eating on the move.

[via Foodiggity via Neatorama]

Inhabitat’s Week in Green: Chicago’s high-flying cable cars

When it comes to transportation, no vehicle is more futuristic than the hoverboard -- and it's getting a lot closer to reality. This week a French inventor broke a Guinness World Record by flying 7,388 feet on a hovering device. Meanwhile, Chicago is...