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Pila Energy begins delivery of innovative mesh home backup batteries. How do they work? The advantages? CEO and Founder Cole Ashman chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Buy new? Buy used? Maybe an EV? Car shoppers face lots of decisions. GM's CarBravo platform has info that can help and offer some peace of mind. Senior Manager John Fitzpatrick chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The 2026 Longevity Economy Outlook has some pretty big surprises. The research team at AARP, lead by Dr. Ani Harutyunyan, found that adults 50 and over generated 43 percent of U.S. GDP…or 12.5 trilliion dollars in 2024. And speaking on the What’s Next Longevity Deal Talk podcast, she said tech spending in that age group is ris...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. A dashcam that can detect animals, pedestrians or cyclists in fog, rain or complete darkness? The Pilot 2 from Vantrue can do that using an exterior mounted thermal camera. I’ve been impressed and even fascinated by what the thermal camera sees with detection that reaches more than three hundred feet. Equally impressive is the...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The reMarkable Paper Pure is the latest digital notebook from the innovative Norwegian company. It is designed to turn your handwriting into organized digital notes simplifying tasks of all types. With a battery life of up to three weeks and lightweight design, it is perfect for home and office. It has a 10.3 inch black and wh...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.      Back up power for home or a camp site from your EV?    Only a select few models offer that kind of capability….but a company called Roam Energy has created a PowerBridge line of products that allow most Teslas and a number of other EVs to output power through the charging port.  The PowerBridge Standard can deliver 35 h...

She is a veteran of the CIA and Google. And now Candice Bryant has created an app called Cello to help with AI fluency. It is free and aimed at everyone from students and parents to corporate execs. How and why? Candice chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Those barcodes you see on all types of packaging…are on their way out. GS1 US the standards organization behind the barcodes….has developed a new standard which will be pushed out more widely next year. It uses QR codes….that can deliver much more information to consumers and retailers. Senior VP Melanie Nuce Hilton..“Every pr...

Some worthwhile screen time for kids this summer. Apple is offering free summer camp sessions at Apple Stores for fun and creativity. And you don't need to own an iPad. Details? Apples Jahmyra Austin chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred FishkinStanford University spinout Adaptyx Biosciences has developed a wearable device that will measure hormones continuously,  beginning with cortisol.   Co-founder and CEO Vijit Sabnis..says cortisol levels are a critical indicator…“There’s a field called circadian health or circadian biology that talks about how our body is on a...

Unlock the front door with your face? The FamiLock E40 from Anker's Eufy Security does that in more. And there are new wired and solar powered EufyCam solutions. Details? Eufy Security PR Lead Janet Jin chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. A wearable continuous monitor for cortisol and more is on the way. Stanford University spinout Adaptyx Biosciences is in the process of commercializing a wearable device that will measure hormones. Co-founder and CEO Vijit Sabnis..“This is a brand new technology that allows us to measure lots and lots of other different molecu...

Want a really cool dad? Gobi Heat's line of cooling vests and apparel make for no sweat on Father's Day. And they can keep Moms and kids comfy too. How? Founder and CEO Jaye Genung talks about the products, tech and innovations with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. A new AI tool from Microsoft called Scout was unveiled at the company’s Build conference. Microsoft is saying it is its first Autopilot agent….integrated across the range of Microsoft 365 apps. It is designed to stay active in the background and take actions without needing to be prompted to help you get work done. With its ow...

Hitster Music Bingo is selling by the millions creating intergenerational game night fun. And there's a tech twist. Ready to play? Jumbo Group U.S. Marketing Manager Natasha Coppin chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The folks at Oura are at it again….with a newly redesigned Oura Ring 5. I’ve been impressed for years by previous generations of the ring…which provides sleep and health data without the discomfort and charging challenges of wrist worn devices. The Oura Ring 5 is 40 percent smaller than the Ring 4 and boasts battery life of a...

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.        Why is it that a song can instantly change your mood and bring back vivid memories.   Princeton Professor Music Elizabeth Margulis says studies have shown music can do things that seeing images, tasting foods or scents typically can’t.   And scientifical experiments have shown people hearing the same song…with no conn...

A new era of QR codes on all types of packaging is coming soon. GS1 US the standards organization behind it and existing bar codes, says there will be many benefits for consumers. Such as? Senior VP of Customer Success Melanie Nuce Hilton chats wtih Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Music, day dreaming and the impact of songs. Princeton University Professor of Music Elizabeth Margulis, director of the Music Cognition Lab, is the author of a new book titled Transported- The Everyday Magic of Musical Daydreams. She says music can bring memories back to life in ways images, food or scents typically don’t..“I...

What might a continuous multi-day wearable sensor to measure cortisol levels and more mean for your health? Stanford spinout Adaptyx Biosciences says it works and will be here soon. Co-founder and CEO Vijit Sabnis chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.     Aliro is the name of a new standard for security and connectivity in smart locks, designed to simplify access for consumers.   The ULTRALOQ brand at XThings has announced a range of new smart locks that will take advantage of Aliro.   Senior Director of Product Raj Sundar tells us..“So you do have a universal key that wi...

With impressive innovation and more affordable pricing, ZWO is opening up the world of deep space astrophotography to all. How good? We get a look at the Seestar S30 Pro and the images it is capable of from Brand Coordinator Sherry Lu and special guest, Princeton Professor, author and astrophotographer Bob Vanderbei. They join Fred Fishkin for a Techstination interview.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.   I’m Fred Fishkin.        Ford has unveiled the new, first ever Bronco Filson edition…calling it the ultimate rugged premium 4X4 for the wild.   Filson is a century old Seattle based outdoor outfitter known for ruggedness and design.   Bronco brand manager Haley Skiko…“We’re not only coming here to say, Bronco is so excited to enter a new path...

Ford has taken the wraps off the 2027 Bronco Filson Edition. Ready for a look? Bronco Brand Manager Haley Skiko chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Gunnar Optiks has been among the pioneers in developing computer glasses designed to reduce headaches and strain. The company is celebrating 20 years in business and CEO Joe Croft while the Gunnar lenses reduce glare and filter light…the curved design is key to in keeping your eyes from drying out..“It creates an ocular micro-...