What the Tech? Gift Ideas for People Who Use Zoom
Say this about isolation and working from home, it creates a huge new category for anyone looking to complete their Christmas shopping list. Zoom and other video meetings are part of…
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? Gadget Gifts for Mom
Not long ago if I gave my mother some sort of tech gadget as a gift I knew it would wind up in a drawer somewhere. Not necessarily because she didn't…
What the Tech? Gadget Gifts for Dad
Most dads will admit, we can be a little geeky when it comes to tech gadgets. That's a good thing when you're trying to find the perfect gift for them. From…
What the Tech? You Can Use Google to Find Out What Your Collectables Are Worth
Do you have a valuable collection of baseball cards or Barbie dollars in the house? They could be worth more (or less) than you ever dreamed. I undertook a pandemic project a…
Judson College Faces Uncertain Future
Judson College in Marion is facing an uncertain financial future. It is the fifth-oldest women's college in the country and is home to the Alabama Women's Hall of Fame. It was founded in 1838. Judson President W. Mark Tew says…
U.S. Congressman Mike Rogers Tests Positive for COVID-19
U.S. Congressman Mike Rogers says he has tested positive for COVID-19. The congressman from Alabama's 3rd congressional district made the announcement Thursday morning on Twitter. Congressman Rogers said he's experiencing…
Dothan Hospital Suspends Elective Surgeries Because of COVID-19 Spike
A hospital in Dothan says it's suspending elective surgeries because of an increase in cases of COVID-19 patients needing care. Southeast Health announced the cutback in a statement that includes a plea for residents to wear face masks and take…
Cold Today with Gradual Clearing; Warmer Tomorrow
A cloudy Thursday is underway, but we should see a gradually clearing sky by the afternoon, but it will remain cold today as highs will only be in the mid and upper…
Montgomery Bus Boycott Supporter Jeannie Graetz Dies
Alabama News Network is sad to report the death of longtime civil rights supporter Jeannie Graetz. She and her husband Rev. Robert Graetz were among the few white people who openly supported the…
Early Signing Period Updates for Alabama, Auburn and Troy
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. – Alabama football announced the addition of 24 student-athletes to its 2021 recruiting class on Wednesday, the first day of the early signing period. The 24 high school players come from 11 states – Alabama (5), Florida (5), Texas…
