Best products to buy in August
Those long summer days are getting shorter, but thereโs some good news this time of year: end-of-season and other late summer sales. Here are a few of the top discounted products Consumer Reports recommends in this monthโs Best Time to Buy.
Transportation leaders unveil latest tech at TxDOT Innovation Invitational Showcase
Transportation leaders from across Texas have gathered in San Antonio to present their newest technologies and projects.
San Antonio to host three-day conference aimed at transportation, technology sectors
Mobility leaders and advocates from across Texas will descend on San Antonio for a conference geared toward transportation and technology innovations.
Image generation: What you need to know about AI images and their risks
Trying to create a logo in seconds? Programs like OpenAI's Dall-E 3 and Stable Diffusion can do it for you at a very low cost with just a simple prompt. Here's what you need to know about AI image generation.
Consumer Headlines: Global tech outage, fake recovery websites, โTwistersโ beats out competition
Todayโs consumer headlines include updates on the CrowdStrike worldwide outage, fake recovery websites scammers are using to take advantage of the outage, plus โTwistersโ takes the lead for this weekendโs box office hits.
San Antonio man creates app that utilizes AI to help make pregnancy safer
A new app aims to make pregnancy safer by using artificial intelligence to identify potential risks, through the use of machine learning techniques.
Global tech outage causes cancellations, delays at San Antonio International Airport
Flights across the country have been delayed and cancelled due to a global technology outage that occurred early Friday morning.
UTSA, UT Health San Antonio, and UT Tyler secure $1 million to enhance trauma care through AI advancements
Researchers are adding data into a system that figures out the best way to help people in serious situations.
โChatbot, what can you help me with?โ: How AI chatbots are transforming everyday interactions
AI is a key tool many companies have implemented or will implement into their workflows. But how could you incorporate this technology into your everyday life? Chatbots are one way AI has made its way into our lives by being integrated into existing programs, through customer service uses, or apps like ChatGPT, Gemini or Copilot.
Video games can have a positive impact on children if they have the right features, research says
A new report says video games are able to make a positive impact on children if, they in fact possess the right features.
Caterpillar investing $90 million into Seguin and Schertz facilities, should create more jobs
Caterpillar Inc. is investing millions of dollars to create a new industrial engine, so more job opportunities could be coming to South Central Texas.
Robot Security starts its new job at SAMMinistries shelter
Texas Veteran Security is welcoming it's latest new hire to the job. Two new robots known as OR3 Outdoor Security Robot start patrolling the SAMMinistries shelter this week.
Live Oak Police upgrades to body camera system that allows real-time viewing
The Live Oak Police Department is upgrading its body camera system, which its assistant police chief says helps improve officer safety and transparency.
Dating app for individuals with disabilities tries to help make meaningful connections
A new app called โDateabilityโ aims to remove the stigma surrounding finding love for differently-abled individuals.
Leading SA: Better Futures Institute working to help next generation thrive economically
Better Futures Institutes is a local nonprofit working to help the next generation thrive. Alberto Gomez, the CEO of the program, joined Leading SA this weekend to explain the need and the plan.
Does new iPhone 15 Pro Max break easily? Consumer Reports tests durability
When online complaints surfaced about the durability of the expensive new Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max, Consumer Reports put it through tough tests.
โTheyโre evilโ: Retirees conned out of life savings in double imposter scam
An elderly San Antonio couple was tricked out of their savings in a cold, calculated scam that started with a computer pop-up warning.
San Antonio technology entrepreneur combines augmented reality, art with new application
A San Antonio technology entrepreneur hopes to enhance the experience of art through a new mobile application.
KSAT Money Q&A: San Antonio Startup Week 2023 aims to โignite innovation & build the futureโ
San Antonio Startup Week 2023 aims to โignite innovation and build the futureโ and will offer local entrepreneurs a chance to network in person and learn from industry experts during several days of panels, workshops and city-building events.
Local business pitch competition helps grow San Antonio start-up community
TechFuel is a business-pitch competition, where the winners can win $100,000. Itโs like โShark Tankโ, but for local area entrepreneurs.
Somerset High School students are one step closer to becoming FAA commercial drone pilots
This school year, a group of students have been learning about drones in a new class. STEM teacher Mike Kliewer teaches the course and says itโs more than just learning how to fly a drone.
Did your kids buy gear in Fortnite without asking you? The FTC says you could get a refund
The Federal Trade Commission announced late last year that Epic Games would pay $520 million in penalties and refunds to settle complaints revolving around childrenโs privacy and its payment methods that tricked players into making unintended purchases.
San Antonio College announces new esports arena, plans for gaming team
San Antonio College officially opened its new e-sports arena on Wednesday, creating a gaming room where students will ultimately be able to join a team to compete against other schools online.
Girls try to begin to close inventor gender gap
Women earn almost half the PhDโs awarded in this country, but they account for only about 12 percent of patented inventions, according to the latest statistics from the U.S. Patent Office.
United Airlines repairs technology glitch that forced it to halt departures nationwide
United Airlines says it has fixed the technology problem that briefly prevented its flights nationwide from taking off.
Methodist Healthcareโs robotic surgery program helps patients, inspires youth to field of medicine
A new robotic technology that is already helping patients in San Antonio is also inspiring local students to consider working in the field of medicine.
MLB The Show breaks barrier with Negro League players
MLB The Show is breaking a video game barrier: For the first time, the franchise will insert some of the greatest Negro League players โ from Satchel Paige to Jackie Robinson โ into the 2023 edition of the game as playable characters.
UTSA researchers receive $1.7 million grant to deploy data collecting e-scooters
University of Texas at San Antonio researchers are turning electric scooters into data collectors. Researchers created computer sensors to attach to scooters to collect data including motion, temperature and location data.
Silicon Valley Bank failure touches San Antonio tech companies
The collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank, which catered to the tech industry, caused some near-misses for startups across the country, including in San Antonio.
From hologram livestreams to robot butlers: Go inside the Creative Industries Expo at SXSW
The Creative Industries Expo is one of the highlight events throughout the week at SXSW. Nearly 25,000 people visit the expo that features displays and installations from more than two dozen countries.
Wagner HS robotics team makes it to UIL semi-regionals, builds communication, teamwork in students
The robotics team at Wagner High School focuses on building a variety of skills with students, from communication to teamwork.
Free tech career training program for veterans, spouses coming to San Antonio
When veterans leave the military it can be tough to transition into a high-end tech job. That's why an agency called NPower Texas offers training, job skills, and job placement, all for free.
Southwest ISDโs drone program teaches STEM, gets students job ready
Students at Southwest ISD are reaching new heights thanks to a drone program. The program has been around for a couple years now, and allows for students to earn high level certificates.
Watch live: Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to speak at Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony on Tuesday
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is speaking at the Tech Port Center + Arena renaming ceremony that will take place on Tuesday afternoon at Port San Antonio.
Here are some tips so you donโt fall victim to payment app scams
While payment apps like Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App make sending money to your friends or for purchases very easy and convenient, Pew Research Center states that about one in 10 people fall victim to payment app scams or hacking.
Geekdomโs Entrepreneur in Residence brings guidance to help local businesses grow
Geekdom has their first Entrepreneur in Residence, Ben Jones, who recently sold his business to 7-Eleven and is now working to guide local startups.
Rackspace customer emails impacted after ransomware breached hosted exchange environment, company says
The company sent out alerts last week about problems with its hosted exchange environment, which deals with emails.
Know the dangers that come with sharing photos of your kids on social media
While posting pictures of little ones can be a convenient way to share milestones with friends and family, there are some dangers parents should be aware of.
Electronics on your shopping list? Here are some ideas
Electronics are always hot for the holidays. So, ahead of the big Black Friday through Cyber Monday weekend, Consumer Reports' tech editors offer their personal picks for gift ideas.
San Antonio Startup Week celebrates, helps provide for new generations of local businesses
San Antonio Start Up Week is billed as San Antonioโs celebration of startups and their journeys โ but it is also an opportunity to teach the next generation of great local businesses.
Company turns shipping containers into vertical hydroponic farms
A company based in a Denver suburb turns up-cycled shipping containers into vertical hydroponic farms.. and claims the containers can create as much as two football fields worth of traditional agriculture.
How to protect your privacy on TikTok
TikTok is one of the hottest social media apps going. But while watching the videos is free, users are also giving up some privacy by providing information. There are some simple tweaks to make in settings to protect some privacy.
San Antonio Museum of Science and Technology expands to bring STEM interactive experiences
A local museum that is delivering STEM in captivating and inspiring ways and allows kidsโ imaginations to run wild has recently expanded.
USAF Center of Excellence trains aircrew in fundamentals, inaugurates new altitude chamber
Not only is the Air Forceโs Center of Excellence responsible for training students to efficiently transport cargo, but it also provides in-flight comfort to passengers for distinguished visitors traveling all over the world.
Nonprofit creates budget simulator in push for community-wide change on wages
A new online tool is letting people experience some of the difficult choices local families must make due to financial hardships.
Wait, you heard that? Your mic might not really be muted during video calls, according to study
Fawaz and Yang tested videoconferencing applications on major operating systems such as iOS, Android, Windows and Mac, to see if the microphones were still accessed by the apps while muted.
โNew Youโ: San Antonio friends create mental health app for your inner circle
Two friends came up an app aimed at making it easy to check in on your friends and family. WeTree is currently available on desktop and is coming to mobile apps soon.