Philip BendallAug 18, 20120 comments

Snow, Ski, Segway - all on the same mountain

Ski Resorts have been reinventing themselves as Summer Destinations, and the Segway Personal Transporter (PT) can be a real draw card for visitors all year round. Take it to the...

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Philip BendallAug 16, 20120 comments

Duplicate yourself with Double Robotics' self-balancing iPad telepresence robot

Telepresence solution Double Robotics lets you be in two places at once (well, kinda) Put wheels on your iPad with Double Robotics' new telepresence device. Duplicate yourself and roam by...

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Philip BendallAug 12, 20120 comments

Arrested Developement's Michael Cera whoos girl on Segway PT

Here is a story that has become a surprisingly popular read all across the internet: "It's been six years since the formerly wealthy, habitually dysfunctional Bluths were on television. And...

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Philip BendallAug 9, 20120 comments

Successful launch of BodyElectric MAX with Active Seat (Segway wheelchair)

A large crowd attended the Paraparaumu mobility device show for the launch of the BodyElectric MAX with Active Seat Steering "Segway wheelchair" that offers hands-free operation. Many of the attendees...

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Philip BendallJul 20, 20120 comments

Ken Block's Gymkhana 4: The Hollywood Megamercial (or The Gorilla vs the Segway PT)

On the morning of SpeedShow we bring you Ken Block's Gymkhana 4. All of it is awesome, but the bit you really want to see is 3:00 to 3:15.... Primates...

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Philip BendallJul 17, 20120 comments

Airbag "invisible helmet" for cyclists.....and Segway PT riders?

There is an innovative new option for cyclists that may appeal to some Segway Personal Transporter (PT) owners. The Hovding Invisible Bicycle Helmet is a self-inflating hood that creates a...

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Philip BendallJul 12, 20120 comments

Kiwi inventions: Segway "wheelchairs" and the REX Bionics exoskeleton

A New Zealand inventor has built a hi-tech "wheelchair" for his best mate that fits onto a standard Segway Personal Transporter (PT) in minutes. Working with his disabled friend -...

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Philip BendallJul 10, 20120 comments

California Burrito opens Queen St store with deliveries by Segway PT

California Burrito has opened it's third store in Auckland - on Queen Street - offering door-to-door fast food delivery by Segway Personal Transporter (PT). Only the Segway PT can offer...

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Philip BendallJul 5, 20120 comments

The evolution of the Segway PT

Evolution of the Segway PT

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Philip BendallJun 28, 20120 comments

See Segway PTs at MOTAT these school holidays

See and interact with characters on Segway Personal Transporters (PTs) at the Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT) in Auckland these school holidays (30 June - 15 July 2012). Every...

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Philip BendallJun 26, 20120 comments

Joseph and the amazing technicolour....Segway!

UPDATED 3 July 2012 On Saturday night (23 June) the National Youth Theatre Company took to the stage for their Gala Night performance of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dream...

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Philip BendallJun 20, 20120 comments

World Cup of Segway Polo in Stockhom 2012 - the Woz Challenge Cup

Earlier this month 14 teams from 9 nations competed in the World Cup of Segway Polo, playing off against each other to win the Woz Challenge Cup. Banner from Segway...

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Philip BendallJun 14, 20120 comments

ASB bank launches new smartphone app with Segway PTs in Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch

ASB promotion in action along Auckland's waterfront on a crisp, clear winter's morning "Make sure you keep an eye out for our ASB Mobile team over the next few days....

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Philip BendallJun 7, 20120 comments

Segway Batteries - advanced technology developed together with Valance Technology [updated]

Segway i2 and x2 models feature advanced Lithium ion battery packs as an integral component of their extraordinary performance - long range-per-charge, many years of excellent day-to-day use, and usability...

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Philip BendallJun 6, 20120 comments

History made today as Team Segway beats 100mph at TT Zero on Isle of Man [updated]

It is being hailed as one of the greatest events in the 105 year history of the world's most famous motorcycle race - the Isle of Man TT (Tourist Trophy)....

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Philip BendallJun 4, 20120 comments

SEGWAY number plate and a Segway Scream (Edvard Munch)

Philip Bendall has owned the SEGWAY number plate in New Zealand since 2004. He wasn't the first to register it, however. In 2003 an enterprising individual was quick off the...

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Philip BendallJun 1, 20120 comments

Team Segway MotoCsysz the favourite at Isle of Man TT Zero [updated]

Autoblog names Team Segway MotoCsysz their favourite to win this year's Isle of Man TT Zero in their article History will be made at the 2012 TT Zero. A Preview....

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Philip BendallMay 29, 20120 comments

Woz takes a Segway Tour to the top of Auckland

MAGIC TOUR: From left: Jackie Goldingham, Pauline Baker, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak, Ian Watson of Auckland University and Shaarina Taylor on Mt Victoria. Photo (c) Fairfax NZ News During his...

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