What the Tech? Is a Smartphone Really Worth the Cost?
We have smartphones that cost over$1,000 now and I hear people saying they’re way too expensive but hear me out, smartphones, even the ones over a thousand bucks, are a great…
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
All 67 Alabama Counties Remain Under ‘Fire Alert’
All 67 counties in Alabama currently remain under a 'Fire Alert' which was originally issued on September 25 by the Alabama Forestry Commission (AFC). The small amount of rain received throughout the state in the last few days has not…
Gov. Ivey Completes Radiation Treatment, Releases Statement to Alabama Residents
Governor Kay Ivey on Friday issued the following statement after the completion of her radiation treatment: “Three weeks ago, I announced that during a routine exam, my longtime family physician discovered a tiny, isolated malignancy on my lung. The day…
Morning Pledge: Pine Level Elementary School-Ms. Mitchell’s Class
Today’s Morning Pledge, brought to you by ASE Credit Union, is presented by Ms. Mitchell’s 5th grade class at Pine Level Elementary School.
Front on the Way; Better Rain Chances Coming
FINALLY FRIDAY: Today should be mainly sunny and very warm with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Clouds will increase late in the day ahead of a cold front, which should…
What the Tech? How to Set Up a Temporary Email Address
Have you noticed an increase in the number of websites that want your email address? Seems you can't go many places online before you're offered a special deal such as a newsletter…
Mobile Bus Driver Killed in Crash, No Students Onboard
A Mobile school bus driver is dead following the crash of a bus that had just dropped off students at school. Mobile County school officials tell say the wreck happened Thursday morning near Interstate 65 at U.S. 45. Photos show…
Gov. Ivey Announces Various Road and Bridge Projects Across Alabama
Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Transportation on Thursday announced that more than $30 million in funding is being awarded to cities and counties for various road and bridge projects. The funding is made available through the Alabama Transportation…
Alabama News Network Day at the Alabama National Fair
It's Alabama News Network Day at the Alabama National Fair! Get in for $1 with a non-perishable food. Rides are $1, or $30 for wristband. Fair open now, rides open at 3. Montgomery Public Schools are out Friday so tonight…
Montgomery JCPenney Looking to Hire 60 Seasonal Employees for Holiday Season
JCPenney is preparing for crowds of festive shoppers during the upcoming holiday season by hiring 60 seasonal associates throughout the Montgomery area for a variety of store positions. Available customer service and support positions include cashiers, replenishment specialists, SEPHORA inside JCPenney beauty consultants and more. JCPenney offers seasonal associates a full associate…
