TECH BYTE: Samsung Announces Self-Repair Program
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…
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.
TECH BYTE: Apps to Help with Vacation Planning
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…
TECH BYTE: Tech Targets Trash in Waterways
Some new tech is helping to remove tons of garbage from the Tennessee River and other waterways. Here's how it works.
TECH BYTE: Smartphone Apps Help With Filing Your Taxes
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…
TECH BYTE: Apple Announces Spring Products
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…
TECH BYTE: Apps Highlight Women's History
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…
TECH BYTE: Digital Frames Make Pictures Perfect
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…
TECH BYTE: Apps to Help You Save on Gas
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…
TECH BYTE: Tech for Ditching Opioids
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…
TECH BYTE: How to Become a Legacy Contact
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…
TECH BYTE: What is Wordle?
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…
TECH BYTE: Navigating COVID-19 Tests, Counterfeit Masks
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…
TECH BYTE: CES 2022 Recap
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…
TECH BYTE: CES 2022 Spotlights Transportation
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…
TECH BYTE: Apps for Quitting Bad Habits
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…
TECH BYTE: How to Safely Set Up Your Tech Gifts
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.
TECH BYTE: Use Tech to Donate to Charity
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…
TECH BYTE: Tech Christmas Gift Ideas
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…
TECH BYTE: Handwritten Cards Go High Tech
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Holiday cards aren't necessarily a thing of the past. They're getting even more high tech, while still staying personal. "This year with COVID in particular,…
TECH BYTE: Avoid Getting Scammed While Shopping Online
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you still didn't get all of your shopping done on Black Friday or earlier this holiday season, you're running out of time! Not everyone can…
TECH BYTE: Tech to Help You Save While Holiday Shopping
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- Black Friday and Cyber Monday are almost here. Even though a lot of stores are already offering markdowns, you may not have…
TECH BYTE: Twitter Launches Subscription Service
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (WDEF) -- If you love using Twitter, there's a new subscription service you can start using, and it comes with some perks. Here's something to tweet about -…
TECH BYTE: Apple Upgrades Laptops, Headphones
It's time to start making your Christmas wish list! Apple has some new items out just in time for the holidays.
TECH BYTE: Facebook Company Gets New Name
A big change is coming to Facebook - at least for the company as a whole. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced Facebook is changing its corporate name to Meta.