Technology Gifts stories - Page 173
The demand for technology gifts is significantly increasing as we begin to rely on new innovations. According to the Consumer Technology Association, 74% of U.S. adults plan to buy at least one tech gift this year, highlighting that it is one of the most prominent types of gift that is given.
Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
Technology gifts can range from standard appliances and computer hardware to gaming and entertainment items. They are sold through a variety of channels and retail stores across the globe.
IDC says basic wearables are declining while smartwatches surge
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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smartphones
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wearables
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personal computing devices
While basic wearables declined 0.9 percent during the quarter, smartwatches skyrocketed 60.9 percent - a trend that is expected to continue.
Alexa has a new robotic body thanks to Qihan Technology Company
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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robots
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smart home
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ai
Qihan Technology unveils Sanbot Nano, a home assistant robot equipped with Amazon's Alexa Voice Service, available in October.
$500,000 zero-day prize pool for Mobile Pwn2Own contest in Japan
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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smartphones
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trend micro
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zero day malware
Trend Micro has put more than US$500,000 towards a prize pool that aims to find security vulnerabilities at the upcoming Mobile Pwn2Own contest.
Sony’s Xperia XZ1 joins the smartphone war for Christmas
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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smartphones
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ar, vr & metaverse
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sony
Sony Mobile introduces Xperia XZ1 with Motion Eye camera, 3D scanning technology, HDR display and Hi-Resolution Audio.
Alexa, meet Cortana: The AI superteam coming to your Windows PC
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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smart home
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ai
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microsoft
Microsoft and Amazon have announced a collaboration that will bring Alexa to Windows 10 PCs and allow Cortana to be accessed on Alexa-enabled devices.
It’s a touchdown for Madden NFL 18
Fri, 1st Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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madden nfl
It’s that time again, as EA Sports starts its annual barrage of sports sims, all polished and updated for the new season, starting with Madden NFL 18.
HomeKit now lets you water your garden and lock doors without lifting a finger
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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smart home
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elgato
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homekit
Unlock your door and water the lawn effortlessly with Elgato's new Eve HomeKit accessories, integrating seamless smart home control.
Samsung fitness focused smartwatches take on Fitbit
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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wearables
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digital signage
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smart home
Samsung's latest Gear Sport and Gear Fit2 Pro smartwatches debut, posing a sleek challenge to Fitbit's Ionic in the race for your wrist.
IDC expects smartphone growth to continue – led by APAC
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
The smartphone market is expected to continue its positive growth through to 2021, with APAC taking the bulk of the shipments.
Review: Everybody's Golf swings its way onto the PlayStation 4
Thu, 31st Aug 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ps4
The Everybody's Golf franchise has been going on for 20 years and now the series finally hits the PS4 with its latest iteration.
Shots fired: Alexa strikes back in the smart speaker war
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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smart home
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amazon
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smart appliances
Amazon announced an all-new Alexa feature that lets users control music across multiple Amazon Echo devices...
Apple and Accenture partner to create iOS business solutions
Wed, 30th Aug 2017
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smartphones
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partner programmes
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personal computing devices
The new iOS tools and services will take advantage of the latest Apple technologies and tap into Accenture’s digital and analytics capabilities.
Hands-on review: Norton WiFi Privacy
Tue, 29th Aug 2017
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gaming
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vpns
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digital entertainment
Norton WiFi Privacy, more than just a VPN, offers users encryption not just from crooks, but from prying eyes and geoblocks.
Industry collaboration brings down WireX Android botnet
Tue, 29th Aug 2017
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smartphones
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ddos
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akamai
Industry collaboration led to the successful takedown of the WireX botnet just three weeks after it appeared in August.
Apple’s answer to the Echo adapts sound direction with 360-degree sensors
Tue, 29th Aug 2017
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smart home
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple’s HomePod sets to revolutionise audio with adaptive 360° sensors and Siri integration for a seamless listening adventure.
Australian mobile phone market exceeding expectations with 18% growth
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Australia’s mobile phone market romped in ahead of expectations in Q2 2017, growing 18.4% thanks to the launch of new Android devices.
Codemasters’ F1 2017 takes pole position
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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pc gaming
FutureFive's Darren Price takes Codemasters' F1 2017 out for a spin. Could this be the Formula One game that we have been waiting for?.
Hands-on review: Epson WorkForce DS-780N scanner
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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printing
Want a fast, compact, high quality desktop document scanner for your business? Epson may have just the thing for you with their Workforce DS-780N.
Mobile malware creation is now as easy as downloading an app
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
Mobile malware creation is as easy as downloading an app and potential criminals don’t even need to write a single line of code.
Samsung expands voice recognition features of its Family Hub fridge
Mon, 28th Aug 2017
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smart home
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samsung
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smart hub
Samsung to expand voice recognition function of Family Hub refrigerator and introduce Samsung Connect smart home feature at IFA 2017.