From a business strategy standpoint, the scooter is more notable because it is the first product launched by Ninebot, a Xiaomi portfolio company, since it acquired Segway in April, and also Xiaomi’s first personal mobility device. At 1999 yuan ($314 USD), it’s orders of magnitude cheaper than any of the Segway models, which typically start at $6,000.
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The Ninebot Mini costs just RMB 1,999 (US$315), making it the same price as a few of Xiaomi’s Android phones.
Called the Ninebot Mini, it’s a steal at RMB1999 (RM1330) in a market where PEVs typically average RM3000.
Priced at CNY 1,999 (approximately Rs. 20,500), Xiaomi notes that the Ninebot mini two-wheel self-balancing scooter has been built by aerospace-grade magnesium alloy infrastructure and weighs just 12.8 kilograms.
The Ninebot mini can achieve a maximum speed of up to 16km/hour and take 15 degree hill ride.
This scooter can be connected via users smartphone Bluetooth connectivity, lock the scooter and also you can also see the speed of the scooter in your mobile phones.
In terms of functionality it is similar to a Segway, wherein one uses their legs to steer the scooter and it can do a 360 degree spin on the spot. The device packs batteries that Xiaomi claims can last up to 22 kilometres on a single charge.
It will officially go on sale November 3rd (the same banner day in which you can no longer purchase the Modern China Burger from McDonald’s), but only in mainland China.
The television isn’t a big surprise-called Michigan TV 3, it’s a larger (60-inch) version of Xiaomi’s smart TV with a LG 4K display. It comes with a motherboard and Dolby surround sound speakers.
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The most important aspect of the Michigan TV 3 is its modular design. It features aluminium metal frame and has a metal back plate.
