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Technology Gifts stories - Page 195

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.
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Xero and Apple Pay unite for easier payments
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Xero integrates Apple Pay, speeding up invoice payments for 862k users and enhancing small business cash flows.
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Fitbit still on top in wearables market, Apple's 'aging lineup' sees decline
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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Wearables market sees 3.1% growth in Q3, with fitness trackers leading the way, accounting for 85% of the market.
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Review: The Last Guardian is a beautiful journey of a boy and his beast
Tue, 6th Dec 2016
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The Last Guardian was announced back in 2009 and nobody thought it was ever going to be released. It’s here on PS4, but was the long wait worth it?.
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New Zealand finally gets Android Pay - but only if you're with BNZ
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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Android users can finally rejoice as Android Pay is now officially available in New Zealand - but only to BNZ customers.
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Hands-on review: APC Back-UPS ES 700 - a device lifesaver
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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In the modern world where everything is digital, which inevitably means sources of power, the APC ES 700 is truly invaluable.
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The latest Phablet from Huawei - Meet Mate 9
Mon, 5th Dec 2016
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Like a decent chef’s knife, the Mate 9 is well balanced and sits comfortably in the hand thanks to clever design tweaks.
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Crash Bandicoot remaster trilogy trailer and Uncharted spin-off revealed
Sun, 4th Dec 2016
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The first trailer was released for the Crash Bandicoot remaster trilogy and an Uncharted spin-off has now been revealed.
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The Last of Us 2 announced by Naughty Dog at PlayStation Experience 2016
Sun, 4th Dec 2016
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The Last of Us is finally getting a sequel and it will still be developed by Naughty Dog. Our favourite characters will be back.
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Coming soon: Office Christmas Party
Fri, 2nd Dec 2016
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'Office Christmas Party' film, brimming with A-listers, hits theatres Dec 8 to add sparkle to your festive work do planning.
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Game review: Jack N' Jill 3D - a great little time waster
Fri, 2nd Dec 2016
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This game is a fun little time waster for those moments when you’re looking for something light, but with a little bit of a challenge.
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Check Point: Asia hardest hit in 'Gooligan' Android malware attacks
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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Check Point has uncovered Android malware that is infecting more than 13,000 devices every single day. Here's what you need to know.
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67,000 Kiwis hunting free mobile data
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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This time those people wandering around with phones are not trying to catch cutesy fictional characters. They're after free 2degrees mobile data.
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The global device divide - PC or mobile?
Thu, 1st Dec 2016
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Despite the mobile era, Gartner finds desktop PCs remain the top choice for work, while personal smartphones dominate over corporate-issued devices.
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4G smartphone uptake a 'long slog' in markets like APAC
Wed, 30th Nov 2016
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IDC predicts that 4G smartphone shipments will reach 1 billion this year as emerging markets catch up, but growth is slower than last year.
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India's demonetization slows down devices market
Tue, 29th Nov 2016
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Indian demonetization slows down devices market, with cash dominating transactions, says IDC. Q4 2016 expected to contract.
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Hands-on review: B&O Beoplay A6 in-home speaker
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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The Beoplay A6 looks like the jaws of a whale. Inspired by the colours of the rugged Nordic landscape, this speaker offers loud, clear & crisp sound.
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Hands-on review: B&O Beoplay A1 portable speaker
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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Music is the best when you can feel it in your bones. There's no doubt that the Beoplay A1 will help whip your senses into a frenzy.
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Hands-on review: Xplore XSLATE R12 - hard to kill, hard to beat
Mon, 28th Nov 2016
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​Xplore recently launched their latest detachable rugged tablet PC – the XSLATE R12, a truly next generation device.
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White knuckle fun with Planet Coaster
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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Roll up for Planet Coaster, the ultimate ride in theme park sims by the creators of Rollercoaster Tycoon classics!.
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Is Bethesda’s Dishonored 2 a worthy successor?
Thu, 24th Nov 2016
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We to return to the bizarre steampunk world of Dishonored for more stealth, assassinations and slaughtered whales.