Andrew Liszewski
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So Anyway, This Robot Vacuum Can Climb and Clean Stairs
Although they claim to make cleaning easier, robot vacuums often require as much attention and care as a toddler. The Ascender wants to change that, and its creators are claiming it’s the first robovac that can both climb and clean stairs: an obstacle that’s usually a death trap for most autonomous cleaners.
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Oh Good. Boston Dynamics’ Robot Dog Spot Can Now Get Past Closed Doors All By Itself
Available for purchase since 2020, Boston Dynamics’ four-legged robot dog, Spot, has been mostly deployed as an autonomous inspection and exploration tool. Today the company revealed several updates to Spot that will further improve its ability to carry out those types of tasks, including finally being able to use handles to open doors all by…
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This Plane Face Rest Promises a More Comfortable Flight
The best way to spend $US165 (like what, $230 in Aussie terms?) to sleep better on a flight is to put that money towards a seat upgrade, but if you’re a frequent flier, those extra fees can quickly add up. Another solution is the TruRest, a foldaway contraption that promises to support your body in…
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Do Not Throw LEGO’s $320 Captain America Shield at Bad Guys, It Will Not Bounce
If you do try and throw it, be prepared to find and rebuild over 3,100 pieces each time.