ORYXEARTH Launches the VRME1000-5 Electric Dirt Bike, Expanding Its Mini Bike Lineup

HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ORYXEARTH, an outdoor entertainment brand, developed its first electric dirt bike VRME1000-5 for riders looking for a straightforward way to enjoy off-road adventures.

A Simpler Start to Trail Riding

For many new riders, the appeal of a mini bike is simple: getting outside, learning to ride and exploring with family or friends. But getting started can come with its own learning curve, especially when riders also have to think about fueling, starting and operating a gas-powered bike. Electric dirt bikes remove some of those extra steps, making it easier to focus on the ride itself.

The VRME1000-5(VE-5) is designed for riders aged 14 and older. Throttle-only control removes manual shifting, while three selectable speed modes let riders adjust power delivery to their experience and terrain. This gives them more room to build confidence and focus on recreational riding on private property or permitted off-road areas.

ORYXEARTH's Vision for Electric Dirt Bikes

Founded in 2022, ORYXEARTH develops recreation-focused outdoor products for powered riding, water activities and backyard play. Its philosophy — "Play More. Anywhere. Together." — reflects a focus on weekend recreation and outdoor experiences designed to be shared.

The VRME1000-5 extends that philosophy into electric trail riding as the first electric dirt bike in the ORYXEARTH lineup. Designed for riders aged 14 and older, it gives families and recreational riders another way to spend time outdoors and explore suitable off-road terrain together.

"Our goal is to make outdoor recreation easier to join and more enjoyable to share," said Steven Yang, founder and product development lead at ORYXEARTH. "Charge it, turn it on and go. With the VRME1000-5, riders can focus on riding, exploring and spending time outdoors with others."

Highlights of the VRME1000-5: Power, Range and Control

Built for recreational electric off-road riding, the VRME1000-5 combines adjustable power delivery, a removable battery and full suspension in a throttle-operated platform for riders aged 14 and older.

• Adjustable electric performance: The mid-drive brushless motor delivers 1,000 watts of rated power and up to 3,000 watts at peak output. Three selectable speed modes allow riders to adjust power delivery for their experience and terrain, while throttle-only operation removes the need for manual gear changes.
• Removable battery and riding range: The 48V 20Ah (960Wh) removable battery provides a manufacturer-listed range of up to 34 miles, depending on the selected mode and riding conditions. A full charge takes approximately 6 to 8 hours. The motor carries an IP67 ingress-protection rating, while the battery pack is rated IP55.
• Full suspension and hydraulic braking: An inverted front fork, rear suspension and 14-inch front and 12-inch rear wheels help the electric dirt bike handle uneven off-road surfaces. Front and rear hydraulic disc brakes provide braking control at both ends, and the bike supports a maximum rated load of approximately 265 pounds.
• LCD display: A front-mounted LCD screen displays speed, battery level and mileage, helping new riders check essential ride information at a glance.

Together, these features give recreational riders a flexible platform for building confidence, exploring trails and sharing time outdoors with family and friends.

Product Availability

The VRME1000-5 has been available in the United States since May 2026 through Amazon, Walmart, eBay and the official ORYXEARTH website. The model carries a manufacturer's suggested retail price of $1,299, with regular promotions bringing the price to around $1,000. Product availability, shipping charges and promotional terms are determined by each platform.

About ORYXEARTH

Founded in 2022, ORYXEARTH is an outdoor entertainment brand creating recreation-focused products for trail riding, water activities and backyard play. Guided by "Play More. Anywhere. Together.," ORYXEARTH products are sold worldwide through its official website and major online retailers. The brand's retail and digital channels have reached a cumulative audience of more than 100,000. In September 2025, ORYXEARTH ranked No. 1 in the General Electrical Hardware category on Mass Market Retailers' RangeMe Top 50 General Merchandise list.

To learn more about ORYXEARTH, visit: https://oryxearth.com

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ORYXEARTH Launches the VRME1000-5 Electric Dirt Bike, Expanding Its Mini Bike Lineup

TOKYO, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SwitchBot, a leading provider of AI-enabled embodied home robotics systems, today announced the launch of SwitchBot kata AI Assistant, an LLM-powered smart home assistant built into the SwitchBot App. Designed as a smart home expert for the SwitchBot ecosystem, kata helps users control devices, create automations, set up products, and troubleshoot issues simply by typing or speaking what they need. Instead of switching between device pages, searching through manuals, or learning automation logic, users can open the SwitchBot App and tell kata what they want to do.

Leave Your Smart Home to kata

From first-time setup to everyday control and troubleshooting, kata supports users across the smart home lifecycle.  Whether users are installing a new SwitchBot product, adjusting multiple devices, or trying to understand why a device is not working properly, kata provides conversational guidance inside the SwitchBot App.

Connected to the SwitchBot ecosystem, kata can understand device names, device status, and user instructions to generate answers and carry out compatible smart home actions. This helps make smart home automation more approachable for users who want convenience without navigating every menu, trigger, or setting.

Just Tell kata What You Want to Do

With kata, everyday control becomes as simple as saying what should happen. Users can control multiple compatible devices with one command, such as turning off lights and curtains while adjusting an air conditioner.

kata can also help create automations through natural language. Instead of manually selecting triggers, schedules, and actions, users can describe a routine, such as opening bedroom curtains on weekday mornings, and kata can help turn that request into an automation.

For more natural requests, kata is designed to understand intent, not just fixed commands. If a user says the room feels dark or too hot, kata can interpret the need and suggest relevant actions. When a request is incomplete or unclear, kata can ask follow-up questions and confirm missing details before carrying out an action.

From Setup to Troubleshooting

For new users, kata can help identify a SwitchBot product via Optical Character Recognition and provide the right setup instructions, guiding users through the correct installation path step by step.

When something goes wrong, kata can also help users find the next step without searching through manuals or FAQ pages. If a device cannot connect, does not respond, or a feature is difficult to use, users can tell kata what happened, and kata can reference product manuals, FAQs, videos, and other support resources to provide troubleshooting guidance.

For issues that cannot be resolved immediately, kata is designed to help preserve context, making it easier for users to move toward further support without repeatedly explaining the same problem.

Built for Everyday Smart Home Confidence

Supporting text and voice input, kata maintains context within an active session, and can ask users to confirm when multiple similar devices or missing parameters are detected. It can also handle certain dependent settings, such as enabling a required setting before carrying out a requested action where supported. For more complex settings or actions beyond its current scope, kata can guide users to the appropriate page in the SwitchBot App.

Availability

SwitchBot kata AI Assistant is available in the SwitchBot App version 9.29 or later. To get started, users can open the SwitchBot App, tap kata on the Home screen, and type a message or talk to kata.

For more information, please visit SwitchBot's official website and follow SwitchBot on X, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube.

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SwitchBot Launches kata AI Assistant, a Smart Home Expert Built Into the SwitchBot App