I'm not sure exactly how exoskeletons will become a part of learning technology (though I can imagine them playing a role), but my real focus in this post is to consider point of view when evaluating technology. Here Beth Skwarecki evaluates six systems that were on display at CES 2026, considers five of them to be effective, but then asks, "Who is going to spend $1,000 to $5,000 for a little assistance in walking or hiking? Serious hikers and runners would probably rather train harder to handle tough terrain and spend the money on gear or coaching." Now, I injured my knee last summer and needed a knee brace to walk. I was able to afford a cheap one, but proper knee braces can cost close to $1000. Being able to walk wasn't a matter of training harder, it was a matter of exercise but with support and restraint - exactly what an exoskeleton would excel at. The standard for evaluating tech should be "I can't imagine using this". It needs to consider multiple perspectives.
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