No More "Making Do" -- LiberNovo Maxis Is Coming to Redefine the Ergonomic Chair Benchmark for Big & Tall Users

HONG KONG, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For millions of taller and larger-framed professionals, office seating means compromise: seats too narrow, backrests too short, weight limits that feel like a dare, legs left dangling off undersized seat pans. The ergonomic chair industry has long been designed around an average body, leaving big and tall users to simply "make do." Today, LiberNovo announces the Maxis Series, a ground-up redesign that brings its acclaimed Dynamic Ergonomics platform to users who have been underserved for far too long.

The Problem: An Industry Built for "Average"

According to anthropometric data, a significant percentage of adult males in North America and Europe exceed the dimensional comfort range for standard ergonomic chairs. The result is not simply aesthetic; it is clinical. A small seat puts pressure on the hips and thighs. Shallow backrests fail to support the full length of a taller spine. Insufficient weight capacity accelerates mechanism wear and eliminates the responsive recline that makes modern ergonomic chairs effective. The result is chronic lower back pain, sciatica, hip numbness, and the slow erosion of productivity that comes from never truly being comfortable.

Not Just Larger, Redesigned from the Ground Up

The Maxis brings LiberNovo's Dynamic Ergonomics platform, a motion-based system with up to 60 precision joints that responds to posture shifts in real time, to big and tall users for the first time. It is not a stretched-out version of the existing LiberNovo Omni. Every structural and ergonomic element has been re-engineered around the dimensions of larger frames.

A BIFMA-certified reinforced frame supports up to 399 lbs (181 kg), and a 52 cm ultra-deep seat platform delivers full thigh support, eliminating the dangling-leg pressure common with undersized seat pans. The height-optimized Bionic FlexFit Backrest fits users 5'10" to 6'7" (178 to 200 cm) and widens to a 430 mm shoulder span and 520 mm waist span for full-back contact. The Dynamic Support system, which continuously adapts to posture shifts instead of locking users into one position, has been recalibrated for higher body mass.

Three additional features are purpose-built for bigger frames:

• Extended-Reach Neck Support: U-shaped frame with 140 mm vertical and 120 mm horizontal adjustment.

• Arc Armrests: curved geometry that avoids the waist compression caused by straight-edge armrests.

• Controlled Recline System: Spring tension that provides five-stage progressive stability while reclining from 105° to 160°. The mechanism holds steady under load, so users can recline without hesitation and trust each stop to engage consistently.

The Maxis launches in three configurations:

• Maxis Manual: manually adjusted lumbar support within the reinforced frame.

• Maxis Electric: motorized lumbar support and OmniStretch for effortless adjustment and deep spinal decompression.

• Maxis Airflow: adds active seat ventilation for sustained comfort during long sessions.

Completing the Lineup: Omni SE and Omni Pro

The Maxis Series launches alongside two new additions to LiberNovo's core Omni platform. The Omni SE strips the flagship down to its ergonomic essentials at a lower price point, making Dynamic Ergonomics accessible to a broader audience. The Omni Pro adds an integrated active seat ventilation system for power users and professionals who log marathon sessions. With Maxis, LiberNovo now offers a complete ecosystem across standard, performance, and big-and-tall segments.

Launch Timeline and Early-Bird Benefits

The Maxis Series, Omni SE, and Omni Pro will officially launch on June 16, 2026. Starting May 13, customers across the United States, Canada, and the European Union can lock in their new chair during the pre-heat deposit period—a US$10 refundable deposit unlocks a US$30 discount voucher on the final purchase, plus a complimentary one-year extended warranty for all deposit holders who complete their order by July 31, 2026. Tiered gift bundles are also available for qualifying orders, with rewards scaling at the US$800, US$1,000, and US$1,300 thresholds.

"Big and tall users have been an afterthought in ergonomic design for too long," says LiberNovo. "The Maxis Series is our answer—not a bigger chair, but one engineered from the ground up for users, regardless of size, to experience what Dynamic Ergonomics is meant to deliver."

About LiberNovo

LiberNovo is a premium ergonomic brand pioneering Dynamic Ergonomics—a design philosophy built on the principle that your environment should never work against you. Through proprietary technologies including the Bionic FlexFit Backrest and automatic recline systems, LiberNovo products continuously adapt to every shift in how you move and work. Learn more at www.libernovo.com.

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No More "Making Do" -- LiberNovo Maxis Is Coming to Redefine the Ergonomic Chair Benchmark for Big & Tall Users

Unlocking expressive freedom for serious digital artists with Wacom's latest rotation-sensitive pen—bringing the feel of traditional tools to digital creation.

TOKYO, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wacom today announced the Wacom Art Pen 2, a rotation-sensitive pen designed for digital artists and creative professionals seeking precise, expressive control in their digital workflows.

Expressive Control with Barrel Rotation

Building on the legacy of the original Wacom Art Pen (KP701E), the new Wacom Art Pen 2 continues to offer 360° barrel rotation and brings this capability into Wacom's latest pen technology. With compatible brushes, pens, and cursors, it can respond not only to pressure and tilt but also to the pen's rotational angle (when used with supported software). The Wacom Art Pen 2 enables artists to vary the thickness and character of their lines simply by rotating the pen in their hand—much like how traditional artists adjust the angle of a pencil, flat brush, felt marker, or calligraphy pen to achieve different expressive effects. This intuitive control allows for a more natural and dynamic drawing experience that closely mirrors the versatility of familiar traditional tools.

"For years, the Wacom Art Pen has been cherished by artists for its unique feel and expressive possibilities. With Wacom Art Pen 2, we've listened to our passionate community and refined what they love, bringing that familiar experience into our latest pen technology," said Koji Yano, Senior Vice President, Creative Experience Unit at Wacom. "By integrating these capabilities into our current devices, we aim to give creators even more freedom to bring their vision to life."

Smart Design for Artists

The Wacom Art Pen 2 features Wacom's battery-free EMR technology and is equipped with three pen buttons, helping streamline workflow and minimize interruptions. With up to 8,192 levels of pressure sensitivity, the pen delivers smooth, precise control from delicate sketches to bold, dynamic strokes. A built-in nib holder inside the pen barrel stores three spare nibs, so artists can quickly replace tips whenever needed.

New Nib Options for Artistic Feel

Artists can choose from three newly developed nib types—Art Pen 2 Carbon Shaft POM Nibs, Art Pen 2 POM Nibs, and Art Pen 2 Felt Nibs—each engineered to deliver a distinct drawing feel. The pen ships with an Art Pen 2 Carbon Shaft POM nib installed, and these nibs are exclusive to Wacom Art Pen 2 and are not interchangeable with Wacom Pro Pen 3 nibs.

Compatibility

Wacom Art Pen 2 is compatible with Wacom MovinkPad Pro 14, Wacom Intuos Pro (PTK470 / PTK670 / PTK870), Wacom Cintiq 16 (DTK168), Wacom Cintiq 24 (DTK246), and Wacom Cintiq 24 touch (DTH246). Wacom Cintiq Pro (DTH172 / DTH227 / DTH271) will be supported later this year.

Availability

The Wacom Art Pen 2 will be available soon.

Note: Unlike the Wacom Pro Pen 3, the Wacom Art Pen 2 does not support interchangeable button plates, grips or balance weights for customizing the pen's grip or center of gravity.

About Wacom

Wacom is a global leader in digital pen solutions, offering intuitive tools for writing and drawing. Our products are trusted across creative fields — from studios and classrooms to healthcare — supporting students and professionals alike. Wacom pen technologies also power many pen-enabled PCs, tablets, and phones through partnerships with top tech brands.

 

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Wacom Unveils Wacom Art Pen 2: Next-Generation Pen with 360° Barrel Rotation for Digital Artists