This is a story about state-of-the-art vehicles. Some are powered by artificial intelligence, others are designed by creative directors from some of the world’s biggest fashion houses and are posted on Instagram by some of the biggest celebrities. No, these aren’t Ferraris or Maseratis.
These are strollers. Yes, baby strollers. From early designs in the 18th and 19th centuries, the most primitive prams have journeyed from status symbols for the wealthy, to comfortable and convenient ways to travel with small children, and all the way back to status symbols again.
Not to mention they’ve become a hotbed of technological innovation. In just the last 10 to 15 years, we’ve seen the rise of bigger, more technologically advanced, more expensive strollers (thanks, in large part, to Bugaboo). These new iterations seek to keep the safety and functionality of traditional prams, with added flair and comfort.
But they’re not a one-size-fits-all, as lifestyle is one of the biggest things parents take into consideration when picking out their first (but probably not their last) stroller. So kick off the wheel lock, and let’s get right into the wide world of strollers. The price tag on Glüxkind’s Ella AI Powered Smart Stroller, a self-driving stroller that boasts the same tech as self-driving cars and delivery robots.
How many strollers the average parent has. Oftentimes one just isn’t enough, as parents look for different strollers to satisfy a number of needs, including t.