LAS VEGAS—CES 2026 gave me my first experience testing a robotic exoskeleton, and I’m pretty impressed.
Created by Dephy (pronounced “defy”), the Sidekick lifts your heels with every step, making it easier to walk. I’m the first journalist at CES 2026 to demo the device, which just went on sale for $4,500 and is expected to start shipping on Jan. 25.
(Credit: Allie Chartoff/Dephy)
The Sidekick consists of a proprietary shoe with a carbon fiber plate on the back that…

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