Do you remember the commercials for a fold-out couch that showed a six year-old opening and closing it? Engadget posted today about power-assisted luggage by Live Luggage that I think is the sleeper sofa of suitcases.
It’s easy enough to use, even a six year old can handle it.
The luggage has been under construction for several years as the company has worked out the design. The premiere, which I suppose is when you can get out that wallet to buy it, is June 26.
Here are the features:
- The handle can adjust to three heights.
- It weighs 23 pounds (10.6kg ) which leaves you 37 pounds for clothing unless you want to pay for an overweight charge.
- The battery is rechargeable and it is recommended that you charge it each night. I suppose it would be the pits to have the thing die on you before you reach check-in. Fully recharged, the luggage will go 1.5 miles (That’s six times around a track.) If it does poop out, you can wheel it on your own with out assistance from the suitcase.
- It’s as tough and strong as a car bumper
- The user propels the suitcase by lifting the handle and tilting the suitcase.
The manufacture points out in its press release that this is power-assisted luggage. It won’t go on its own.
According to the company, the weight distribution is what makes the luggage manageable for a six year-old. For an older person, I can see where this luggage would be an advantage. You do need to be a rich older person. According to Engadget, the price might be as high as $1,365. That’s what’s listed. That is some suitcase.