Segway
People riding Segway machines pose for a photograph in front of the Alamo on June 14, 2013 in San Antonio, Texas. The Alamo, built as a chapel after 1744, is all that remains from the mission of San Antonio de Valero which was founded in 1718 by the Franciscans and eventually converted into a fortress. The city's most famous landmark played a crucial role in the Texas Revolution with the Battle of the Alamo, a thirteen day seige from February 23 to March 6, 1836, and remains a popular tourist destination.
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I like surprises (the good ones). I also like an element of fun while sharing gifts. I would also love to get a Segway, so that I can roam around Bangalore
If Google's not careful, Glass will go the way of the Segway. It will be another stunning technology achievement, ultimately doomed to nichehood by the pure awkwardness, the attention-grubbing self-centeredness, of using it in public.
If I had to make a prediction I'd say Google Glass is a Segway for the faceMore quotes »
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Keene class wins NH video tourism contest
a New Hampshire twist on the "Magic School Bus" book series, inviting viewers to tour each of the state's 10 counties on a Segway, the self-balancing scooter that was invented in New Hampshire. The books, written by Joanna Cole, feature a teacher named Ms. Read more »
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DC Segway tour business loses lawsuit against city
-- The operators of a Washington Segway tour business have lost a lawsuit against the city over regulations that require tour guides to be knowledgeable about city history and architecture.Bill Main and Tonia Edwards, who operate Segs in the City, sued in Read more »
Around the web
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Arrested Development season four does not live up to unrealistic expectations
the audience made a horrible mistake... Segway, as made popular by Arrested Development Expectations were high for the fourth season of the critically acclaimed TV show Arrested Development, which was released exclusively on Netflix. Maybe those expectations from Pegasus News Read more »
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ES Riders and Segways That's how they roll
is a former child representative for Easter Seals New Hampshire and an enthusiastic member of ES Riders. The program provides Segways - and, soon, electric scooters - to youngsters and adults who have physical conditions that make it difficult to walk. The from The Union Leader Read more »
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Segway-style vehicle is ultra portable
Similar to the self-balancing scooter, the Hovertrax features a platform that connects two electric motor-powered wheels, which use gyroscopes and accelerometers to keep users upright. After stepping onto the vehicle, users lean forward to start moving. Th from Springwise Read more »
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Man saves baby's life with turkey baster
Williams and Dan Wells demonstrate their skills in the FOX19 parking lot with Segway of Cincinnati.Full Story > Rob Williams and Dan Wells demonstrate their skills in the FOX19 parking lot with Segway of Cincinnati.Full Story > Iran's top leader gave a salty from FOX 19 News Cincinnati Read more »
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Attack Raises Questions About Safety of Popular D.C. Bike Route
Solberg, head of the 5th Police District, called the assault isolated. He said officers patrol the trail on foot, bicycle and Segway. 'I would like to reassure folks that the trail is very safe,' he said. 'It’s very unfortunate that every once in a while there from Planetizen Read more »
