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Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The FDA has approved the first Alzheimer’s blood test for use in primary care. At the Cleveland Clinic, chief wellness officer emeritus and best selling author Dr. Michael Roizen says the hope is that it will spur many into taking action… “There are now a group of three tests that have been approved. They can support one anoth...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.  A new study, led by researchers at McGill University in Montreal has found that BrainHQ from Posit Science may boost production of a brain chemical that assists with cognition.   It isn’t the first scientific study to show that the brain training app can benefit users.   But, speaking on the What’s Next Living Longer Better...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. With an auction of the third production model of the 2006 Ford GT Heritage Edition last weekend, the automaker is opening the door to selling more of the classic vehicles it owns. Ford Heritage and Brand Manager Ted Ryan says the company still owners the numbers one and two production vehicles…and the considerable amount of mo...

A new campaign from the American Bankers Association aims to educate about scams and how to avoid them. What should you know? Association EVP for risk, fraud and cybersecurity Paul Benda chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Rubik’s WowCube is the name of a new gaming platform slated to arrive before the holidays and while it may resemble a Rubik’s Cube that you’re familiar with…it is designed for a wide range of challenges and play. CEO Max Filin and CMO Napoleon Smith… “It has 24 screens on it and we’ll be launching with about 70 games and appli...

It's an ever changing art display clock that can be beautiful, whimsical and mesmerizing. What's new with Klydoclock? VP of Creative and Content Dave Ben-Yshay chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. If you have been using AI to assist with shopping, join the club. Walmart has made headlines with ChatGPT and at Amazon, the company’s own Rufus AI tool is there for assistance. Smart shopping expert Trae Bodge… “It can do a lot for you. So when I’m shopping and I have maybe an unusual question, I can ask Rufus. Or for holiday...

With a touch screen smart case that puts full control in your hands without the need for a smart phone, Audien's Atom X offers over the counter hearing help that is easier than ever. Details? CEO Ishan Patel chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Whether you are looking for a job or looking to hire, AI is playing a bigger role than ever. At Indeed, senior talent strategy advisor Kyle M K says AI is helping on both sides of the coin with Talent Scout and Career Scout… “With these two new products, Indeed Talent Scout and Career Scout, we are making it that much easier f...

The Napster Companion and View arrive, initially for Macs. Revolutionary AI? How about the availability of thousands of experts ready to assist appearing in a holographic ring display? Not at some point in the future...but now. CTO Edo Segal chats and demos with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. If you aren’t using passkeys for online security, it is worth investigating. They use encryption to create unique credentials for websites and apps. At the FIDO Alliance, Executive Director Andrew Shikiar tells us passkeys have lots of advantages and don’t rely on your memory… “Now the key is a passkey that sits on a user’s de...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. How much do you trust AI to do your travel planning for you? The platform for coastal travel, Beach.com, is out with a survey that shows a mixed bag. Lead Data Journalist Noah Holtgraves says while two thirds of the people questioned in the survey have used AI to assist with travel plans… “When we asked how they would feel if...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. In addition to the latest 500 dollar 360 degree Max 2 camera announced by GoPro this fall, the company is also out with a new, lower priced model…this time with a built in light. It’s the Hero Lit. The company’s Chris Prado.. “So that camera has a new quad array LED on the front that is able to illuminate the scene around it....

It's like a game of chess staying ahead of the bad guys. So says Google cybersecurity expert Eugene Liderman. What tools can you use to improve your online security? Liderman chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

VUEROID is out with the S1 4K Infinite dashcam. Among the features, AI detection of license plate numbers and the ability to blur for privacy. More? VUEROID's product manager Jessie Lee chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.        The long time action camera pioneer GoPro has some new tricks up its sleeve this fall.   The new 360 degree Max 2 camera has lenses on front and back…and the company’s Chris Prado says one great new feature is…those lenses are easily replaceable… “This is something that our users really requested with Max One.  Before...

Ready for the cold to arrive? Venustas is out with a refreshed line of heated apparel. Brand Manager Estelle Yang chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Have some deep pockets? Ford is auctioning off a 2006 GT Heritage Edition. It was the third one produced. Details? Ford Heritage and Brand Manager Ted Ryan chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

When it comes to online security, passkeys are being used by more and more consumers and online sites. The advantages? FIDO Alliance CEO Andrew Shikiar chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The clock is ticking when it comes to federal rebates for home energy improvements…but there still may be time to take advantage. At American Home Shield’s Frontdoor network, senior director Sarah Riley .. “The deadline is the end of this year, so that window is closing, the deadline is fast approaching for you to claim up to...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.        Millions of high school students are taking the PSAT National Merit Scholarship Qualifying test this month.   The College Board offers practice tests and other free resources online.   Senior VP Priscilla Rodriguez says the test not only helps students prepare for the SAT test and become more comfortable with test tak...

The saga of Princeton's Prospect Eleven in the 2005 DARPA challenge 20 years ago. On episode 401 of Smart Driving Cars Princeton's Alain Kornhauser takes us and co-host Fred Fishkin on the journey that took place two decades ago. Plus... Waymo winning more fans in San Francisco...and an honor for Alain. Tune in and subscribe.

Rubik's WowCube from Cubio opens for pre-orders promising a game platform like no other. Curious? CEO Max Filin and CMO Napoleon Smith chat with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The numbers of children who are killed or injured in cars in the U.S. are staggering. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration continues to promote the proper use of car seats and boosters right up through pre-teen years. Specialist Laura Dunn.. “Seat belts are designed to fit adults. Booster seats are that necessary...

With more people turning to AI to assist with shopping, Amazon is promoting Rufus. What can it do? Smart Shopping Expert Trae Bodge chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.