The stones breaking up? Hope so. It's National Kidney Month and there is some newer technology for treating kidney stones called CVAC System from Calyxo. How does it work? Dr. Jared Winoker and patient Crystal Jefferson chat with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Can you create your own private family social network for communication and sharing? Enclayve is designed to make it easy and affordable. How does it work? Founder Dave Chura chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin The Ultraloq line at Xthings continues to grow. The Latch 5 Fingerprint is a very versatile, easy to install smart lock with a reversible lever handle. Built in Wi-Fi 6 means it works without a hub and can integrate with Apple Home, Google Assistant or Amazon’s Alexa. It can store up to 99 fingerprints…but also features a keypad…mechanical key access or can be opened just with your mobile device. Also arriving…the Ultraloq Bolt Sense. . Senior Director of Product Management Raj Sundar…

“This combines 3D facial recognition as well as palm vein authentication so the users will get touch free as well as hygienic and secure experience.”

Another smart solution.. Learn more at ultraloq.com.

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It is intricate, elaborate and historically accurate. LEGO Icons partnered wtih Ford on the new Model T Building Set. There was lots of work and secrecy behind it. Ford Archives and Heritage Brand Manager Ted Ryan chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Still looking for healthier habits this year….a good place to start is behind the wheel according to State Farm. VP and Actuary Sara Frankowiak says while texting is typically cited as the most dangerous behavior while driving… other behaviors can be dangerous too..

“It could be eating. You could maybe spill a little bit, have to get a napkin. I have a new pet and she likes to hop up in the front seatand push all the gadgets in the front seat which means I have to try to grab her and keep her from doing that, so that’s a learning opportunity for me. Or getting the navigation, where am I going? I have to put that into my phone to tell me where to go. So certainly those things.”

Sara says she does now keep her pet secure in the back seat. More info.. head to StateFarm.com.

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Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Owl Labs continues to bring smart new technology to video conferencing. The company’s Meeting Owl line up has won lots of fans over the years for making the set up of video conferencing rooms easy and more affordable. The latest is the Meeting Owl 5 Pro. CEO Frank Weishaupt..says it is designed more for stationary use..

“So it has a much more stable base and it has a lot more i/o on the bottom of it. So it has Ethernet ports, it has HDMI out so you can fix it on your table, you can do the cabling underneath because if you want to present and you just have people in the room and you’re not doing a video call, just plug that wire in and the Owl will take care of the rest and put the content up on the screen.”

Adding to the versatility. More info? The place to go is OwlLabs.com.

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Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The latest Pixel phone from Google arrives March 5th and the 10a brings lots of features for a midrange phone with a list price of under five hundred dollars. Deals from carriers will bring those numbers down. Physically…the Pixel10a has eliminated the raised camera bar that has been distinctive on recent Pixel models. It features the Tensor G4 processor…a step below other Pixel 10 devices. Charging speeds…wired or wireless…have been boosted from the Pixel 9a …and emergency satellite services are included for free. On the imaging front..the 10a has added Auto Best Take…which can merge a series of photos into one to capture everyone with their eyes open and smiling. It can unblur too. Keep in mind you’ll also have access to the range of Gemini AI apps from Google.

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Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. They are the top mobile charging brand in the world and the folks at Anker continue to innovate. The new Anker Prime Wireless Charging Station delivers 25 watts of ultra fast MagSafe charging that can get an iPhone 17 Pro up to fifty percent in less than half an hour. It features cooling technology as well. The compact design also has a fold out charger for an Apple Watch and a flat charging surface for AirPods and more. Very smart. Also new is the Anker Nano 45 watt charger with a color smart display. Really unique and the foldaway prongs make it another great addition for travel. The prongs can also be used at 180 or 90 degree angles to add to the versatility. Find more on the full line up at Anker.com.

You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

Virtual caregiver platform Cleo is out with a Family Health Index Report. It finds the need to support family caregivers at all stages of life is growing. From parents of newborns to those caring for aging loved ones. How does the support platform work? CEO Dr. Madhavi Vemireddy chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel, or Zeke, is an oncologist and bioethicist. And he is the author of a new book which I think you’ll enjoy as much as I have… Eat Your Ice Cream.. Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life. He is not a fan of obsessive fads when it comes to diets or workouts. Eating well…including ice cream once in a while, reducing stress and socializing more are important factors. So is just being nice..

“I want to make wellness enjoyable. It’s not a matter of self denial. It’s not a matter of punishment..you gotta do it. It’s a matter of wow, it’s fun to do these things. I mean I like to do bike riding as my wellness activity. It’s a blast to go out and do country roads and be in nature.”

Even better with a friend. The book again.. Eat Your Ice Cream.. Six Simple Rules for a Long and Healthy Life.

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