Hasselblad commemorates NASA role with special edition camera: On The Moon Since 1969.   Hasselblad's Dan Wang chats with Techstination.

 Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.  I’m Fred Fishkin.  Google is aiming to create less consumer confusion when it comes to its smart home products by integrating  under Google Nest umbrella.  And the company caused quite a stir with the announced elimination of the Works With Nest program.  Google’s Michelle Turner says partners are being moved over to the Works With Google Assistant platform…which should make automation routines easier and more secure…

“Now through the Google Assistant I can do something like..okay, g, I’m leaving and I can then have my thermostat kick into Eco mode, I can have all my lights go off.”

And the company keeps expanding its line up of smart home products.  We’ve become fans of the Google Nest Hub…it’s integration with the Nest Hello Doorbell, thermostat and more…and the larger Hub Max is due to arrive this summer. 

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

Indigo Technologies aims to change mobility with in-wheel Traction T1 Propulsion: CEO Brian Hemond in Techstination interview.

Photographing the Oregon coast: the latest guide from photographer/author Rick Sammon. Rick chats with Techstination about his latest book and more.

 Como Audio's new turntable and Google Assistant stereo speakers: Founder Tom DeVesto chats with Techstination.

 Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Tech to help de-bug your deck or patio. Dynatrap is  designed to help you deal with mosquitoes, yellow jackets and other  pesky insects without using chemicals or attracting beneficial insects  like honey bees. Various models are designed for indoors or out and for differing yard sizes…but they all work the same way. Director of Sales and Marketing Julia Wallace…

“The Dynatrap mosquito and insect trap creates carbon dioxide. And basically it’s a reaction between UV light and the titanium dioxide coating within the Dynatrap. And that’s what creates that carbon dioxide…attracts mosquitoes and other flying insects to the trap. ”

Is it effective? Yes. But the difference isn’t noticeable immediately. It can take several days. But you won’t be spraying poison around. You should know the UV bulbs are designed to be replaced every four months with continuous use. 

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

Sony unveils Alpha a7r IV: full NY press event

CTA says U.S. consumer tech sales will top $400 billion this year.  CTA Sr. Manager of Industry Analysis & Business Intelligence Rick Kowalski in Techstination interview.

 A robotic trash can that changes bags? Knectek Labs' Townew.

 Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear.  I’m Fred Fishkin.  So just how cool can a trash can be?    A company called Knectek Labs  plans to ship the Townew trash can in September that is about as cool as it gets.  CEO Jordan Pan…

“It’s the first trash can that will be able to automatically seal the trash bag for you and then automatically change the next trash bag for you as well.  “

How’s that for some tech help for one of the worst jobs around the house.  The Townew works with refill rings of  25 four gallon bags, kind of small for use in the kitchen….but maybe perfect for the bathroom or for use as a diaper pail.  It opens and closes automatically as you come near…and features a rechargeable battery.  For more info, head to www.hellotownew.com  Follow the link to Indigogo for a temporarily discounted price of 70 dollars.

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