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KINGSVILLE, Texas (WDEF) -- A lot of technology is so easy to use nowadays, even a toddler can do it! That was the case recently in Kingsville, Texas,…
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With all the new devices, websites, and apps we use each day, finding the right one for your life can get a little overwhelming. That’s where “Tech Byte” comes in. This weekly segment navigates the world of tech to find the best ways for you to stay up to date on what’s new and what works.
KINGSVILLE, Texas (WDEF) -- A lot of technology is so easy to use nowadays, even a toddler can do it! That was the case recently in Kingsville, Texas,…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As the saying goes, all good things must come to an end. After a more than 20-year run, Apple is discontinuing the iPod. Apple first introduced…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's finally feeling like spring, so it's time to take up gardening again. Not everyone has a green thumb, but it is possible to keep your…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Having your food delivered doesn't mean it has to be unhealthy. One smartphone app is bringing your local farmers market straight to your door.…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- While they are convenient, there's always a risk when using payment apps or banking online. Especially as criminals get creative, and come up with…
Many people use wearable devices to track their steps each day but some of these devices can even track your heartbeat to make sure it's healthy. Fitbit wants to take tracking both your steps and heart health to the next level.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- You can now be your own handyman - or handymandy - when it comes to your smartphone. Samsung has announced a new self-repair program, which launches…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We're in the middle of Spring Break season! Whether you've already booked your trip, or you're planning one for the summer, some smartphone apps…
Some new tech is helping to remove tons of garbage from the Tennessee River and other waterways. Here's how it works.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- You're running out of time to file your taxes. Some smartphone apps can help you get the job done. Filing your taxes is…
CUPERTINO, Calif. (WDEF) -- Apple is bringing tech fans some good luck ahead of St. Patrick's Day. March means new products for the tech company, including a makeover…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- It's Women's History Month! Or should we say "herstory?" There are some smartphone apps that can help us learn about some influential women who have made…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- You don't necessarily need to print out a picture to put it on display in your home or office. That's what digital picture frames are…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We're all feeling this pain at the pump right now. There are some smartphone apps that can help you navigate these high gas…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Some doctors are using tech to help their patients avoid pain pills. "I wanted to get off opioids as quickly as I could, obviously. But also…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Losing a loved one is tough, but what happens if you need to access something on their phone after they've passed away? Apple has…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- A new game is taking the Internet by storm. If you haven't heard of Wordle, you've at least seen other people playing it while scrolling through…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- As COVID-19 continues to spread, the Centers for Disease Control is urging us to step up our game to get the most protection possible. We…
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (WDEF) -- We're learning more about some of the new products announced at the Consumer Electronics Show this year. The coronavirus pandemic couldn't keep all companies from showing…
LAS VEGAS, Nev. (WDEF) -- The Consumer Electronics Show is back in Las Vegas, and better than ever. CES is in person this year, but because of the recent surge…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- We made it to 2022, and a new year means a fresh start. That means breaking bad habits, and tech can help! Many people picked…
If you're not very tech savvy, and you get something that seems high tech for Christmas, don't worry! Here's some tips to help you get set up safely.
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- 'Tis the season of giving! We're not only making sure we're getting gifts for the people we love, but we also can't forget non-profit organizations helping those…
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you don't have your Christmas shopping done yet, the clock is ticking. If you're stuck on what to get your loved ones this year, don't…