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Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Snow and icy roads can make driving a challenge during the winter, especially this one in many parts of the country. At State Farm, research director Jon Wey says that is all the more reason to put down phones and focus on the task at hand… “Trying to hold ourselves more accountable for not giving in to the distractions. For really being intentional about sitting in behind the wheel, putting our phone down in the cupholder and committing to not picking that thing back up again until we get to our destination. That would be a really good place to start. Similarly, not feeling compelled to try to figure out what the latest and greatest thing is on the radio or what’s going on in the Twitterverse to try and understand while I’m driving this vehicle.” And a reminder that the hours after the Super Bowl can present many of the same dangers as New Year’s Eve….with alcohol adding to the winter road dangers. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. In many parts of the country this winter has brought with it bitter cold temperatures along with plenty of snow. At GM, Emergency Services Outreach Leader Mitch Petterson says there are some basic steps to take to stay safe. First, of course, is to stay off of the roads during heavy snows. But when it is clear enough to drive, make sure you have a full tank of gas…or a full charge for EVs. And… “We’re going to have to make sure we have our car completely cleared off. So if we’ve got snow and ice on the car, this is not a time when we scrape a little hole in the windshield so we can see and start driving. We want to clear all the glass. Headlights and tail lights as well. And if we get out on the roads, our driving is going to be different. We’re going to behave differently in these conditions. Our speeds are going to be down, our following distances are going to be up.” And remember four wheel drive can help you go…but not necessarily help you to stop. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

With more scientific evidence validating BrainHQ from Posit Science, why not make brain training part of a daily routine? How? CEO Dr. Henry Mahncke chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

The search trends for January? The Oscar nominations, NFL playoffs, the Grammys and hot water? Google search trends expert Robert Ferrara chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. Gadgets to keep you safer in your car. A company called Smart Additions has some clever solutions designed for safety. The ADDVISOR is a sun visor that works along with the one built into your vehicle…that allows you to block glare from the front and the side and features a polarized option extension. That is the ADDVISOR Plus. Worthwhile to avoid glare safety problems any time of year…but maybe especially during the winter months. Pricing stars at 60 dollars. Smart Additions also makes the Lounge-It Car Phone Holder that can keep your phone map and navigation in view under your rearview mirror….or can work by attaching to your car vent. We also like their Visigrip Sunglasses Holder. Find more at TheAdvisor.com. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The latest innovation in security cameras from Reolink has arrived. The TrackFlex Floodlight Wi-Fi is packed with innovation. It is a pan, tilt and zoom floodlight camera featuring local AI video search. That means it is designed to help you search for and quickly find the clips you are looking for. You should know the camera does need to be plugged in. It comes with a mounting plate, USB C cable and mounting screws. The 4K image quality is superb….and there are dual lenses…one wide angle and one that tracks movement. The floodlights put out three thousand lumens….really bright. But that can be adjusted as needed. There is no subscription necessary here…videos are stored on a MicroSD card….on network storage or a Reolink Home Hub. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

The most iconic companies in American history? Time has compiled a list and has Ford at the very top. Ford Heritage Brand Manager Ted Ryan chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Australian Shark Tank success Strapsicle has made life easier for many Kindle owners. Now the couple behind it has designed a better case and strap for the iPad Mini. Details? Co-founder and CEO Lou Rice chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. The Chief Marketing Officer at OpenAI, Kate Rouch, has some good reasons for being passionate about the company pushing ChatGPT further into healthcare. And those reasons are personal…the mom of 2, with a new, high pressure job, was faced with a breast cancer diagnosis.. “I found myself kinds of thrust into a pretty overwhelming situation of trying to understand various treatment options. Working with incredible doctors. But I really relied on ChatGPT to help me at so many steps of the process.” From what questions to ask of her doctors…to fighting insurance claim denials. Rouch says she has recovered, thankfully. There is a wait list for the latest free tools at ChatGPT.com/health. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

Super Bowl parties and winter roads can be a dangerous mix. And should this be the year you resolve to be a less distracted driver? State Farm Research Director Jon Wey chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Snow, icy roads, frigid temperatures are making conditions challenging for millions this winter. GM's Emergency Services Outreach Leader, Mitch Petterson, has some tips on what is best for you and your car in this interview with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

VANTRUE is bringing thermal imaging and more to the Pilot 2 dashcam this spring. Equipped with a more than six inch screen, it will join the company's line-up of cameras designed to improve safety and security on the road. Vantrue's George Chen chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Xthings has unveiled the latest Ulticams, including on device AI, along with Ultraloqs for smart home security. The features? Sr. Director of Product Management Raj Sundar chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.

Techstination, your destination for gadgets and gear. I’m Fred Fishkin. With the gradual roll out of ChatGPT Health bringing together data from medical records and health and fitness apps ….it is free by the way… OpenAI is also expanding OpenAI for healthcare used by a variety of health care systems, including Sloan Kettering. Chief Marketing Officer Kate Rouch says 40 million people, meanwhile, ask ChatGPT health and wellness related questions every day.. “What are the best questions for me to ask my doctor about these lab results. The second is insurance and paperwork. So why did my insurance deny this. Help me write a letter to overturn this claim. And then the third is everyday health and wellness.” And Kate Rouch has learned first hand how valuable AI can be in healthcare. More on that coming up. You can find us at Techstination.com. I’m Fred Fishkin.

Kwikset is out with the Aura Reach, a smart lock with Matter support and proximity unlocking. The full features? Product Manager Charlie Dougherty chats with Techstination's Fred Fishkin.