Tech Byte - Chatt Fixx
When is it better to repair your devices as versus replacing them? Patrick Moates gets the inside scoop from guest tech-repairman Aaron Alldaffer with Chatt Fix on when it's best to…
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Tech Byte - CPR Wrap
We have a lot of fun on Tech Byte, but today I want to bring attention to something a little more serious. Something that scouting told me years ago to be…
Tech Byte: New Spring Outdoor Tech from Verizon
Patrick Moates explores new technology to use on your outdoor adventures with Verizon's Winnie Wright.
Tech Byte - Ice Shaker
Patrick Moates interviews Ice Shaker CEO Chris Gronkowski about his innovative new water bottle, the Ice Shaker.
Gulfport High School's STEM team wins state honors in Samsung competition
Gulfport High School's STEM team took state honors earlier this year in the Samsung Solve for Tomorrow STEM Competition. As the state winner, the team…
Tech Byte - Pylot Headband
Patrick Moates interviews the CEO of a New Zealand tech company about their new smart device, the Pylot Headband. He discusses how it aims to boost your productivity by tracking your…
Treasury Department announces approval of federal funds to connect Mississippi Homes and Businesses to affordable, high-Speed Internet
WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury announced the approval of $151.5 million for high-speed internet projects in Mississippi under the American Rescue Plan’s Capital Projects Fund. A key priority of the CPF program is making funding available…
State receives funds for internet networks as part of Internet for All grants
The Department of Commerce’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration announced the state of Mississippi has received its first ‘Internet for All’ grant. The…
Governor Reeves provides digital footprint update
Governor Tate Reeves held a press conference today to provide updates on the Office of Broadband Expansion and Accessibility of Mississippi created by the 2022 legislature. At the direction of…
Apple maintains prices on new iPhones despite inflation
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer CUPERTINO, Calif. (AP) - Apple revealed its next line-up of iPhones will boast better cameras, faster processors, and a longer lasting battery at the same prices as last year’s model, despite the mounting pressures…
Apple warns of security flaw for iPhones, iPads and Macs
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Apple disclosed serious security vulnerabilities for iPhones, iPads and Macs that could potentially allow attackers to take complete control of these devices. Apple released two security reports about the issue on Wednesday, although they didn’t receive…
Elon Musk buys Twitter for $44B and will privatize company
Elon Musk reached an agreement to buy Twitter for roughly $44 billion on Monday, promising a more lenient touch to policing content on the platform where he promotes his interests, attacks critics and opines on a wide range of issues…
High-Speed Internet Now Available at Mississippi Public Libraries
Jackson, Miss – The Mississippi Library Commission (MLC) and CSpire have completed the upgrade to high-speed internet for all Mississippi public libraries as part of Contract 5000. The change offers all public libraries in the state higher internet speeds at lower…
C Spire completes optic cable stretching across the Gulf Coast
C Spire has completed a 225-mile fiber optic cable along the Gulf Coast, running from the Kiln to west Mobile. Completion of the route is the…
Apple’s next iPhone mirrors last year’s, adds more storage
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) - SAN RAMON, Calif. (AP) - Apple unveiled its next iPhone line-up, including a model that offer twice the maximum storage and other modest upgrades to last year’s editions that…
MDE must set K-12 schools computer science curriculum by the 2024-25 academic year
A new law will require the Mississippi Department of Education to set a computer science curriculum for K-12 schools by the 2024-25 academic year. Governor Tate Reeves signed House Bill 633 on Wednesday and it will become…
St. Patrick High Robotics Club sets a new high score
It was a battle of the bots for St. Patrick students on Saturday. They call themselves ‘Team Tempest’ and they’ve been training everyday since August for their annual Robotics competition. They’re anticipating that they’ll hold the rank…
Governor Tate Reeves announces Mississippi's participation in CyberStart America
JACKSON — Today Governor Tate Reeves announced the state’s participation in CyberStart America - an innovative, online cybersecurity talent search and competition sponsored by the National Cyber Scholarship Foundation and the SANS Institute. Mississippi high school-aged students are encouraged to…
Gulfport School District receives new computers
As digital learning becomes more common for schools, the Gulfport School District is rolling out new pieces of hardware to keep their students and teachers connected. Laptop computers were delivered this afternoon to the school district’s technology…
TECH BYTE: Apps Help You Safely Celebrate Halloween
Let’s look at how you can use tech to safely celebrate Halloween.
Mississippi Connect delivers computers to Ocean Springs School District
Today, the Ocean Springs School District received their new Mississippi Connects devices to aid in learning outside of school. The Mississippi Legislature allocated $200 million through two laws for Mississippi Connects so school districts could purchase computer devices. Although the…
Apple unveils new 5g iPhones
Apple has finally unveiled its 5G smartphone lineup. In a virtual event on Tuesday, the company released four new iPhones: the iPhone 12, the iPhone 12 pro, the iPhone 12 Pro Max and a new, smaller, iPhone 12 Mini. The…
Tesla Roadster has close approach with Mars
The Tesla Roadster made its first close approach to Mars this week. The Roadster is an electric sports car with a mannequin in the driver's seat. Wednesday SpaceX tweeted that the vehicle came within five million miles of the red…
Apple expected to reveal new iPhone Oct 13
Apple fans have been waiting for a date. Now they have one: the tech giant is expected to reveal the next new iPhone on October 13th. Apple has sent out invitations for an event on that date. The top of…