Self-driving semi truck makes its first trip and delivery — what is it?

(USA Today) – SAN FRANCISCO — If you’re sipping a Budweisersomewhere in Colorado Springs, Colo., you just might have a robot to thank for that thirst-quenching brew. Last week, self-driving truck start-up Otto teamed with Anheuser-Busch to successfully deliver a semi-tractor full of beer from Fort Collins, through Denver and on to the southern Colorado city in the shadow of Pikes Peak. For the […]

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This robot will rake your leaves and shovel snow

For anyone who hates yard work, meet your new best friend. (CNN/Money) A New York startup unveiled Kobi on Thursday, a robot it says can autonomously shovel snow, collect leaves and cut grass. “We’re on a mission to help people not spend time on yard work,” said Steven Waelbers, cofounder of The Kobi Company. “We want […]

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Toyota wants to sell you this baby robot to keep you company on long drives

Small enough to fit inside a cup holder, this tiny little robot could keep someone company (and awake) on those long and sometimes boring drives. The robot is named Kirobo Mini and it is only 4 inches high.  It is able to chat with someone and can even respond to facial expressions. Toyota says that it […]

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