What the Tech? If Your Router Gets Hacked, Your Security Cameras Are Exposed
If your router gets hacked, bad guys can access any device connected to it, including security cameras you have around your home.
Jamey Tucker
Consumer Technology Reporter Jamey Tucker started providing his daily “What the Tech” stories to Action 8 News in 2019. He can be seen on Action 8 News Rising as well as Action 8 News at 5:00 and 5:30PM.
Jamey previously worked as a reporter for WKRN in Nashville, Tennessee. He was also an anchor and reporter for WREG in Memphis, Tennessee, and WHNT in Huntsville.
Jamey has been honored by the Associated Press in Alabama as Best Reporter and Best Feature reporter for his work as a religion reporter. His love for technology reporting grew while working in Nashville. Jamey now focuses entirely on technology reporting and enjoys finding new apps and gadgets to make life easier, safer and a little more fun.
Jamey and his wife have three children and are the proud owners of a hairless cat.
You can follow Jamey and submit story ideas and questions on X at @jameytucker.
Articles
What the Tech? Some Apps Steal Facebook Usernames and Passwords
A warning for millions of Facebook users: some apps you downloaded stole your username and password.
What the Tech? How to Protect Your Deliveries from Theft
Theft of items you have delivered to your home can be prevented, and it all starts when you place your order.
What the Tech? App of the Day: YouMail
YouMail is a free app that blocks robocalls by checking the number to see if it's included in a library of over a million "Bad numbers" known to be from scammers and telemarketers.
Man Charged with Shooting Two Women in Autaugaville
Autauga County Sheriff's deputies have charged a man with shooting two women in Autaugaville.
Dry Weather for Weekend; Cooler Air Next Week
Yesterday's front brought us calm and dry weather for the weekend, and next week's front will bring much cooler temps! #alwx
Agriculture is the Heart of the Alabama National Fair
Farming and agriculture are where the Alabama National Fair got its start.
Sheriff: Lee County Jail Inmate Hangs Self Inside Cell
A Lee County Jail inmate has hanged himself inside his cell, according to the sheriff.
Remembering Radio Host Mel Marshall
He was known as the voice of Alabama State University. Mel Marshall was a founding member of WVAS 90.7 FM in 1983. Station Manager Candy Capel gave us a tour of…
Jan. 6 House Committee Subpoenas Former President Trump for Testimony on Capitol Attack
The House Jan. 6 committee voted unanimously Thursday to subpoena former president Donald Trump, demanding his testimony as it showed new video from his closest aides describing his multi-part plan to overturn his 2020 election loss.
