BEST ROBOT
Sarcos Guardian XO Exoskeleton
CES was full of cute, cuddly companion robots, but the one that impressed us
the most was a big bruiser: Sarcos’ exoskeleton for industrial workers, giving
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pounds at a time. While we still aren’t sold on the usefulness of the companion
bots, Delta Airlines is already looking at using the Guardian XO to enable its
ramp workers to shift heavy suitcases all day and to help its cargo workers move
crates without having to get out the forklift.—SS
BEST CAR
Fisker Ocean
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$30,000 starting price after tax credits and packed with tech, the Ocean is the
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upcoming and equally innovative Tesla Model Y, what we like best about the
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consumers, bypassing the cumbersome and expensive dealer system. And it’s
full of sustainable materials and features, from its vegan leather interior to its
solar roof that can add approximately 1,000 miles of range over a year of
driving.—TB