Sony may get into the fray - Page 2

byped · 01-03-2007, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Timezkware Tim

Clearly, this is a recreation vehicle. I think it's great because the big picture is that a large, well respected company is incorporating Segwaylike balance technology, which supports a Segway's usefulness as a product.

I wonder how it will work going uphill?

I can't wait until battery and motor technology allows for these to be small enough to be attached to your shoes, with tiny wheels, lol.

Tim

Self balancing non-tandem single axle roller skates.... or - inline skates with only one wheel each.

BillPaxton · 01-03-2007, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timezkware Tim

Clearly, this is a recreation vehicle. I think it's great because the big picture is that a large, well respected company is incorporating Segwaylike balance technology, which supports a Segway's usefulness as a product.

I wonder how it will work going uphill?

I can't wait until battery and motor technology allows for these to be small enough to be attached to your shoes, with tiny wheels, lol.

Tim

Seems like the self balancing technology would be functional on a no-axis platform too, like, say a solid rubber ball the size of a PC mouse ball turned by four opposing motors embedded in a shoe. That would be COOOL!

cruiter · 01-03-2007, 05:44 PM

It's pretty clear this machine is designed for a completly different market then the PT. I imagine it will be quite a bit cheaper with Sony behind it and I just hope that it's "similar" technology doesn't get confused with Segway when folks start getting hurt on it. If the "Gen X" generation is the target audiance and the price winds up under $1000 per unit, it will probably start a revolving door at the Emergency rooms. But it does look "kool"

. Will Sony call it the "Street Surfer"?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Timezkware Tim

Clearly, this is a recreation vehicle. I think it's great because the big picture is that a large, well respected company is incorporating Segwaylike balance technology, which supports a Segway's usefulness as a product.

I wonder how it will work going uphill?

I can't wait until battery and motor technology allows for these to be small enough to be attached to your shoes, with tiny wheels, lol.

Tim

Timezkware Tim · 01-03-2007, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Cody2526

Doesn't seem very stable, balance is already a major issue, with nothing to lean or grab onto, it's not going to work very well.

Good point, Cody. Regular skateboards aren't such a safety issue, because you can step/jump off pretty easily. With the Sony thing, the wheels keep your feet in, similar to a Segway. With no CS to grab, it seems much easier to go flying. Speed and turning range would have to be limited to accomodate the least amount of falls, but they would still happen more than a regular skateboard. I won't really know until I try one, but this seems to be an issue.

Tim

Tarkus · 01-03-2007, 08:09 PM

That's hard to say. Many have wanted a "hands free Segway" for a long time.

Again, this is an apples and oranges deal, these products are not the same nor will appeal to the same market.

You guys try one out and let me know how it works out.
Maybe after your ride you'll need a "gimp sticker" for your Seg !!!

Be Big,
Alan

Cody2526 · 01-03-2007, 08:09 PM

Aside from the obvious safety concerns, I think the biggest issue is the overall quality. Sny has been known to use parts that will be worn out by the time the next new major product comes out from them. Timing is nearly perfect, the old one breaks a bit after the new one is out and available.

Also, the price. They will either add cheap parts at competitive prices with Segway, or will be a bit more expensive, although I doubt the overall quality and amount of parts is enough to be more than trhe Segway currently is, this thing won't be very cheap.

drmarty · 01-04-2007, 07:54 AM

And of course if they have a zillion of these out zooming around hurting riders and pedestrians that won't help our cause at all.

Look at the National Mall issue right now. They are lumping Segways with electric scooters. OUCH.

We shall see.

Marty

Tarkus · 01-04-2007, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by drmarty

And of course if they have a zillion of these out zooming around hurting riders and pedestrians that won't help our cause at all.

Look at the National Mall issue right now. They are lumping Segways with electric scooters. OUCH.

We shall see.

Marty

There is a part of me that thinks just the opposite.

When kids, even grown ones, start to fall off these things it will just make the Segway safety record stronger.

Who knows, but I think the more "self balancing" devices would help break down the fear of the unknown.

Be Big,
Alan

bystander · 01-08-2007, 01:54 AM

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Braver folk can use two separate boards – one for each foot, like powered roller skates.

Powered, but only for lighting, not motion:

http://www.skatebuds.com/

Skate Buds The Movie

Possibly the least stable rolling platform possible.

At least the kids are wearing helmets and pads.

I dunno, maybe this one is the least stable:

The WAVE Street Surfboard

01-03-2007, 08:09 PM	#15
Tarkus Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Ponte Vedra Beach, FL/ Mantoloking NJ Posts: 2,081	ouch !! That's hard to say. Many have wanted a "hands free Segway" for a long time. Again, this is an apples and oranges deal, these products are not the same nor will appeal to the same market. You guys try one out and let me know how it works out. Maybe after your ride you'll need a "gimp sticker" for your Seg !!! Be Big, Alan __________________ *************************************** Messages from Alan Maccini and are produced utilizing voice recognition software. We apologize for any errors . To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

01-03-2007, 08:09 PM	#16
Cody2526 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 91	Aside from the obvious safety concerns, I think the biggest issue is the overall quality. Sny has been known to use parts that will be worn out by the time the next new major product comes out from them. Timing is nearly perfect, the old one breaks a bit after the new one is out and available. Also, the price. They will either add cheap parts at competitive prices with Segway, or will be a bit more expensive, although I doubt the overall quality and amount of parts is enough to be more than trhe Segway currently is, this thing won't be very cheap. __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts. To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 5 or greater. You currently have 0 posts.

01-04-2007, 07:54 AM	#17
drmarty Member Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Anaheim California Posts: 530	And of course if they have a zillion of these out zooming around hurting riders and pedestrians that won't help our cause at all. Look at the National Mall issue right now. They are lumping Segways with electric scooters. OUCH. We shall see. Marty

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