Tech Byte - Gizmo
Winnie Wright with Verizon is back with more back-to-school tech including the Gizmo 3 Adventure smart watch. Brought to you locally by Rogers Technology Solutions.
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Tech Byte - Upword AI
Everywhere we turn now, there's a new AI for something to make life simpler. Or take care of some arduous task that we don't want to do. Parents and teachers and…
Tech Byte - Tech Tues with Sister M
Patrick interviews Sister M who has developed a service to help senior citizens navigate their technology. Tech Byte is brought to you locally by Rogers Technology Solutions
Tech Byte - Back-to-School Tech
Winnie Wright with Verizon is back with all the details on special new back-to-school tech including flip phones, tablets, smart watches and more. Brought to you locally by Rogers Technology Solutions.
Tech Byte: Deck Tech
Have you ever had that summer cookout where you walk across your deck, your feet are hot, your dog doesn't want to join you? Today on Tech Byte, I have…
Tech Byte - Anker Solix Power Station
Patrick welcomes guest, Winnie Wright with Verizon for a demonstration of the Anker Solix Power Station, a portable generator to use for camping or hurricane kits that can be…
Widespread technology outage disrupts flights, banks, media outlets and companies around the world
FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — A global technology outage grounded flights, knocked banks offline and media outlets off air on Friday after a faulty software update disrupted companies and services around the world and highlighted their dependence on just a handful of providers.…
Tech Byte - 3D Printing
Guest from the Stract Corporation join Patrick for a look at some recent innovations in 3D printing including the special parts that saved Twix bars and "The Doll for All." Tech…
Tech Byte - Kids Online Summer Safety
Winnie Wright with Verizon offers tips on keeping kids safe online this summer. She discusses managing privacy settings, internet boundaries, google family link, and the google gizmo watch. Brought to…
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…
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…