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gaming1 year ago•2 min saved

"Destiny 2 Introduces Hoverboards: A Game-Changer for Guardians"

Bungie surprised Destiny 2 players with the announcement of hoverboards, known as "Skimmers," which will be introduced during the Guardian Games event. These surfboard-like vehicles offer a fresh and fun addition to the game, allowing players to perform tricks and grind on various surfaces. While some may criticize the move, others see it as a much-needed breath of fresh air in the game, providing a lighthearted and enjoyable element amidst ongoing PvP updates and other issues.

via Forbes|

#bungie #destiny-2 #gaming

gaming1 year ago•1 min saved

"Destiny 2 Introduces Hoverboards for Guardian Games 2024"

Destiny 2 is introducing a new hoverboard-like vehicle called Skimmer in its upcoming update, allowing players to perform tricks and grind on rails. The first Skimmer will be available for free during the Guardian Games All-Stars event, while a second Skimmer inspired by a beloved Destiny weapon will be purchasable through the game's microtransaction shop. This addition follows the recent inclusion of a character editor and precedes the highly anticipated The Final Shape expansion, which has been delayed to June 2024.

via Eurogamer.net|

#bungie #destiny-2 #gaming

business2 years ago•2 min saved

"Massive Hoverboard Recall Issued Over Fire Risks and Deaths"

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has recalled about 53,000 Jetson Rogue hoverboards due to fire hazards posed by the lithium-ion battery pack. The hoverboards have been reported to catch fire, spark, or melt, and were sold in Target stores nationwide from August 2018 to June 2019 and online from January 2019 to November 2021 for about $100 to $150. Customers are advised to stop using and charging the hoverboards immediately and to contact Jetson for a full refund.

via The New York Times|

#business #consumer-product-safety-commission #fire-hazard

consumer-safety2 years ago•1 min saved

"Jetson Hoverboards Recalled After 2 Deaths and Fire Hazards"

The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a recall alert for the 42-volt Jetson Rogue self-balancing hoverboard due to a fire risk and its link to at least two deaths. The recalled hoverboards were sold at Target stores nationwide and online from August 2018 through June 2019 and at ridejetson.com from January 2019 through November 2021 for between $100 and $150. Consumers are urged to stop using the product and contact Jetson for a full refund.

via WPVI-TV|

#consumer-product-safety-commission #consumer-safety #fire-risk

business2 years ago•1 min saved

Hoverboard Recall Issued After Two Deaths and Fire Hazards

Approximately 53,000 Jetson Rogue self-balancing scooters, also known as hoverboards, sold at Target and on the company's website, are being recalled due to fire risks after two deaths. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) said the lithium-ion battery packs in the hoverboards can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Consumers are advised to stop using and stop charging the recalled 42-volt version of the self-balancing scooters and contact Jetson for a full refund.

via ABC News|

#business #consumer-safety #fire-risks