Honda's U3-X electric unicycle

Here's another electric unicycle prototype, this time from Honda:



Unlike the Enicycle, or even Trevor Blackwell's Eunicycle or the Uno, this one seems to be pitched as an indoor mobility device, rather than as outdoor transportation. Top speed is an incredible 3.7 mph! No plans for production yet.

YikeBike

This folding electric bike was on the TV news here a couple of days back.

It's a very original design, and looks kind of fun, but I can't see it becoming widespread because the riding position is too novel. Because you're leaning back slightly and with handlebars beside and behind you, people won't feel safe enough.

Imagine riding it down a hill. That position is going to feel unstable and exposed without the subjective 'barrier' / 'protection' of handlebars in front of you, and with the perception that you'll be shifted forwards if you brake, rather than being in an already 'braced' position by having some of your weight on handlebars in front.

I'll stick to my unicycle I think - easier to fall off cleanly.

Dual screen laptop

Now THIS is about the first new and useful feature in laptop design for quite a few years*:

I think I'll probably wait until the four-screen version comes out though.

*blue lights, pink cases and differently-shaped keys don't count