Razor’s iconic scooter is back. But this time, it’s electric

The 2000s will never die, baby! How do I know? Because micro miniskirts made a comeback. And now, we have new Razor scooters to join them. Remember Razors? They were those gleaming metallic scooters that hit with the turn of the millennium and went on to sell millions of units, spawning a whole category of imitators. You can actually still pick up a Razor for about $30. But now, the company has announced a new version. Starting at $550, it’s a full-blown electric scooter for grownups, and it boasts all of the charm of the original. Read my exclusive interview with Razor’s design team to see how the product came to life here. — Mark Wilson   Razor’s iconic scooter is back. But this time, it’s for grown-ups—and it’s electric A Y2K classic has returned, with a makeover.   READ MORE   Google is designing computers that respect your personal space By understanding your body language, Google wants its products to offer you just what you want, just when you need it.   READ MORE   How one arts organization saved itself when Twitter moved in next door As San Francisco rapidly gentrifies, the Community Arts Stabilization Trust is saving Bay Area arts organizations and revitalizing old buildings in the process.   READ MORE   This L.A.-based childcare center is designed with kids’ sensory issues in mind It’s less ‘Elmo’s World,’ more West Elm.   READ MORE

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