The future of walking just got a power boost
Weighing in at just 4 pounds, this lightweight, foldable booster straps around your waist and thighs to give your legs an AI-powered boost with each step. And no, it's not some bulky cyborg cosplay — the Hypershell X is sleek, discreet, and ready to blend in with your daily attire.
Power, intelligence, and performance
The exoskeleton's claim to fame is its ability to add 40% more leg strength while reducing your overall exertion by 30%. Those are some stats that will give you zero hesitation about tackling that one uphill trail you've been waning on or lugging a 65-pound backpack. Hypershell takes the brunt of it so you can save your joints from the strain. Its AI MotionEngine adapts to your gait and the terrain by using a network of sensors to anticipate your movement and respond dynamically. The more you wear it, the better it gets. It learns your 'stride signature' to deliver power assistance that feels intuitive and seamless.
The Hypershell X comes in three models: Go, Pro, and Carbon. Each shares the same 800W peak output and adaptive modes, but steps up in durability and versatility. The Pro and Carbon versions, for instance, boast 10 activity modes including running, mountain hiking, and gravel terrain. With a battery range just shy of 11 miles per charge and a fast-charging time of under 90 minutes, it's ready for the long haul.
Built for movement, not for show
The Hypershell team built this product for everyday adventurers, not sci-fi labs or military gearheads. Hypershell will help you do more of what you already love: exploring, moving, and seeing the sights. And thanks to an IP54 water- and dust-resistant build, and wide operating temperature range (-4° to 140°F), you can take it almost anywhere.
Control is simple, too. There is a companion app for fine-tuning and performance tracking, but you don't need it to use the core features. A built-in button lets you switch modes, power on and off, and the dial in assist levels on the fly. You will receive a gentle buzz when you make changes to get the satisfying haptic feedback.
Hypershell is, in every sense, a first-of-its-kind category creator. It's a wearable that tracks your movement while transforming it. The next step in mobility? It's powered.
Get ready to hike farther, climb higher, and explore longer with a little help from your Hypershell.
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