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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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Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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New findings show eye strain is a bigger problem than ever in NZ, and optometrists are urging us to step away from our screens, or use protection.
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Watch out Apple: Google's coming for you
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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Google's Pixel challenges Apple's reign, promising innovative design and a savvy new assistant – a rivalry intensifies in the smartphone market.
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Symantec finds fraudulent jailbreaking site that's tricked 100,000 iOS users
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Scammers are now going after unwitting users who want to jailbreak their iOS devices, and are spoofing popular jailbreaking site TaiG to do it.
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Review: Does PES 2017 feel any different to PES 2016?
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Konami returns for another year releasing PES 2017 for the hardcore soccer/football fans. However, is it any different to last year's offering?.
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Who is Leap Motion and why should you care?
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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Leap Motion empowers virtual reality with intuitive hand-tracking tech, redefining interaction in the burgeoning VR landscape.
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Hands-on review: Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Tablet
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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With so much thought going into the engineering I can report nothing negative about his little beauty. Certainly a worthwhile investment.
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BlackBerry bows out of hardware as smartphone business turns sour
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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The move gives BlackBerry a chance to survive as a pure software and services company, following years of losses for its hardware business.
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Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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Spotify introduces Daily Mix, a new feature that combines users' favourite tracks with new songs for the perfect listening session.
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Review: NBA 2K17 takes flight for a powerful slam dunk
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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NBA 2K17 continues 2K Sports' excellent NBA 2K franchise. Subtle changes make this game the most realistic portrayal of the sport to date.
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EA Sports FIFA 17 kicks off
Sat, 1st Oct 2016
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EA Sports unleashes FIFA 17, powered by cutting-edge Frostbite Engine, featuring a gripping narrative campaign for the first time.
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Christchurchians to put down tech for digital detox
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Canterbury residents to take part in 'All Right? Digital Detox' by putting down their smartphones and devices on Sunday.
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KPMG Australia ups ante, officially enters software market
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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KPMG Australia enters the software market with new digital services platform, launching R-D Edge and ESS Reporter tools.
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What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Ever wondered what goes into designing the look & feel of a game? Curious to know what skills are needed to score a job as a game developer? Read on..
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Review: Psycho-Pass Mandatory Happiness is a visual novel for PS4
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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Usually visual novels are small video games you play on your computer. Well Psycho-Pass Mandatory Happiness is a full game available on PS4.
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A return to form for EA Sports NHL 17
Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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EA Sports' NHL 17 glides back with a feature-rich edition, rekindling the virtual ice hockey fervour with finesse and ferocity.
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Hands-on review: Acer Switch Alpha 12 - a tablet packed with value
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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Armed with an Intel Core i3 processor, the Acer Switch Alpha 12 is pretty zippy upon startup, and I found it easy to use the touch screen controls.
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Hands-on review: Microsoft Surface Book a 'pretty special piece of gear'
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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Microsoft's Surface Book dazzles with its clever design and premium build, proving to be a savvy investment for Windows loyalists.
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Can you abuse technology? It definitely works the other way around!
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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Many abuse Siri and similar AI, raising concerns about the morality of our digital manners and the potential impact on society.
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Film review: Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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While the word ‘children’ is in the title, this isn’t a film for young ones. Ransom Riggs’ novels are aimed at young adults, so keep that in mind.
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Karson: How Kiwi-Belgian connections created the world's first 'virtual butler'
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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Meet Bart Brichau, co-founder of Karson, the virtual butler that's making home automation affordable and reliable.