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GM's OnStar is back connecting kids with Santa and helping them track his whereabouts on Christmas Eve. And it all benefits the American Red Cross. OnStar's Gene Huskey chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

The Mustang GTD is the first car from an American brand to complete a lap in under seven minutes at "The Ring" in Germany. Mustang Marketing Manager Jim Owens chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.  I’m Fred Fishkin.     Some of the tech we love for the holidays.    How about a pair of reading glasses …or sunglasses…that can keep you connected via Bluetooth…even putting the latest AI tools…like Gemini…just a tap away.   Lucyd Eyewear at  Lucyd.co  offers just that…with some great holiday deals and a variety of styles too at  Lucyd.co .   ...

Snowy the Mouse makes a fun gift pack for kids and there is much more online, including a partnership with NORAD for Santa tracking. Author and CEO Susie Bramhall chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.   PMI Kids World is delivering some fun collectibles for kids blending Barbie with the Stumble Guys.  There are physical toys along with the Stumbleverse ..where there are 50 million monthly players.   CEO Omer Dekel… “So we took the in game collaboration with Barbie and brought it to life.” There are action figures and plus...

The innovations and challenges of 2024 and a look ahead to 2025 and the Consumer Electronics Show, CES! Consumer Technology Association CEO Gary Shapiro chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin about that, plus his latest book, Pivot or Die.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.    Kids love to build things….just think of the longevity of Legos.    Snap Circuits kits take the building aspect and add a healthy does of STEM learning…and make it fun.   There are kits for kids as young as five…all the way up through high school and adults….and many are affordable too.   Kids can make energy efficient mo...

Tina Jin is the winner of the 2024 Thermo Fisher Scientific Junior Innovators Challenge. She utilized bones to develop effective and inexpensive water filtration. Tina and Society for Science CEO Maya Ajmera chat with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.       We love to pass along some worthwhile holiday gift ideas from time to time during the season.    Asian cooking, especially Korean, has continued to grow in popularity.   And perfectly cooked rice is a must.   The Toshiba Mini Rice Cooker is a 3 cup unit that goes way beyond the basics.   It features Fuzzy Logic, a 24 h...

Jimini Health providing AI assisted and tele-health therapy. Co-founder Mark Jacobstein says it is in 8 states now and will be available nationwide offering mental health services. Details? Jacobstein chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.    We have become fans of the smart Brava oven that is connected and can cook almost anything, efficiently, with light.  And the latest update from the company adds accessibility for the visually impaired and more.  Director of Product Management Zac Selmon and the team have worked with the Lighthouse organization in San Fra...

Olo is an app and more focused on stress relief and health. What sets it apart? Founder and CEO Markus Pesonen chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

YouTube is out with its 2024 Culture and Trends report. From the elections to the most popular channels and personalities..Culture and Trends Manager Maddie Buxton chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin about what was hot.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Permanent Outdoor Lights are growing in popularity and buying from a brand that you trust can make all of the difference. Anker’s Eufy brand has created a smart and convenient solution with the E120 Permanent Outdoor Lights….that can use tape or clips…both included. They feature dual LEDs…one that can create colorful displays…...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Looking for great gifts for gamers? The Pro 2 Lightspeed wireless gaming mouse from Logitech G is engineered to be a winner. Logitech has been at this for a long time… How long? Try 1982. They know what goes into feel and performance and the Pro 2 Lightspeed delivers what gamers will love. The weight feels just right and it is...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. We all want to grab those deals that are out there…but be careful. Four out of five American consumers have encountered some type of fraud this year. AARP Fraud Watch Network director of programs Kathy Stokes says it is not a good idea to make a purchase through an ad on social media.. “Half of us go with that ad and purchase...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. A gift of sharpness. No we’re not talking about a new knife set. We’re talking about an app…BrainHQ from Posit Science. The science backed exercises are focused on your vision, hearing and overall sharpness. Co-founder and neuroscientist Henry Mahncke.. “You know I still talk to people who tell me I’m just not good at math. No...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. With families gathering for Thanksgiving and lots more to come….cooking for a crowd is becoming much more challenging. Food allergies and specialized diets can be difficult. Chef and author Dustin Hardin, working with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine has helped to gather recipes that avoid the most common issu...

Windows apps on a Mac. Parallels now works with even the newest. Plus, Parallels Toolbox proves valuable for both Windows and Mac users. SVP Kamal Srinivasan chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Cleer Audio is out with the ARC3 open ear earbuds featuring high end audio, a smart case and more. The advantages? VP Scott Ashbaugh chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Instacart …the app based delivery service company that works with a wide range of food stores and other retailers is out with something new that may give some needed help to families struggling with high prices. The Instacart SNAP eligibility tool can let consumers know if they may qualify for assistance. Director of Health Mi...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. It is prime time for holiday travel and Google is offering some AI assistance. The company’s Robert Ferrara says the new Gemini Live conversational AI can help with planning and even help with things like recipes or dealing with difficult relatives. And on the roads…Google Maps is smarter than ever.. “There’s new weather disru...

Snap Circuits brings fun to STEM kits for kids...and us older kids. How is the approach different? Elenco VP Tim Conlin chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

The connected, smart Brava oven that cooks with light gets even smarter. The V3 update brings new accessibility for the visually impaired and there's more to come. The details? Director of Product Management Zac Selmon chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. With the arrival of colder weather…some tips on caring for e-bikes. Bill Klehm is the CEO of eBliss Global, the company behind Always Bikes, a premium brand being sold at a variety of car dealerships. Of course…it would be great to keep riding through the winter months, but if you are storing an e-bike, the key thing to care f...