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Technology Gifts stories - Page 229

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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Hands-on review: A quick glance at the Apple Watch
Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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Apple has packed a lot of features into this small device, though most of them require connecting to the iPhone to deliver their functionality.
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Film review: He Named Me Malala
Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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digital entertainment
The film tells the story of the teenage girl who became a voice for a suppressed nation and underrepresented minorities within. No big deal.
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Hands-on review: LaCie Mirror external hard drive
Fri, 27th Nov 2015
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digital entertainment
LaCie's Mirror hard drive combines 1TB storage with stunning mirrored glass design. Priced at USD $500-580, it’s a high-end piece for style-conscious users.
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Hands-on Review: CleverLoop Security Surveillance System
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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gaming
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surveillance
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CleverLoop is a video surveillance and security system that is built with smartphones and the modern digital world in mind.
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PlayStation 4 console sells 30.2 million units worldwide
Thu, 26th Nov 2015
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gaming
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sony computer entertainment
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) has announced today that the PS4 console has sold over 30.2 million units worldwide.
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Xero launches on Apple Watch
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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wearables
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financial systems
Cloud-based accounting software company Xero has launched an Apple Watch application to help small business owners manage their finances.
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Social media app for gamers, Leaping Tiger, launches on Android
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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leaping tiger
If you are wanting to find new gamers to play with, Leaping Tiger is the app you should use. It connects you to other gamers.
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Hands-on review: ViewSonic DLP Projector PJD5555W
Tue, 24th Nov 2015
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digital entertainment
This is a DLP projector that treats colour accuracy very seriously, and that's exactly what makes this a fantastic projector for vibrant images.
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Nearly all Kiwi adults to own a smartphone in 2016
Mon, 23rd Nov 2015
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apple
The equivalent of 2,543,173 people aged 18+ now have a smartphone, with research showing 92% of adults will own a smartphone in the the next 12 months.
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New security app from ESET to protect children online
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
ESET launches new parental control app for Android devices in Asia Pacific, helping parents protect their children online.
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3NOW app debuts on new Apple TV
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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mediaworks
The 3NOW app will be available from the Apple TV App store and will feature all content from both TV3 and FOUR.
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Phineas and Ferb invades the PS Vita
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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It's been a relatively quiet year for the PS Vita in 2015, however a new game has been released and it's called Phineas and Ferb: Day of Doofenshmirtz.
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Sandbox mayhem: Just Cause 3 preview
Fri, 20th Nov 2015
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digital entertainment
In the week before PAX Australia Netguide’s Darren Price was invited to an exclusive look at Just Cause 3 at Square Enix’s Sydney office.
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Hands-on review: Corsair 2015 Gaming Range
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Corsair has released its 2015 gaming range. Reliability, function and sound performance make Corsair products stand out from the crowd.
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Huawei smartphone growth continues; Microsoft declines
Thu, 19th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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analyst report
Huawei has continued its smartphone charge, recording the highest sales growth in Q3, while Microsoft phone share dropped and Windows did too.
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Check your speed: new speed camera app released
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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technology gifts
TomTom's new app for Android alerts Kiwi motorists of nearby speed cameras, aiming to create stress-free drives.
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Hands-on review: Huawei Watch
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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wearables
There’s a lot to like about the Huawei Watch. It’s one of the best Android wear devices available at the moment.
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iPad Pro, now available from Vodafone New Zealand
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
Vodafone New Zealand has announced the iPad Pro, complete with the Apple Pencil and Smart Keyboard, is now available to order from it’s website.
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Film review: Snoopy and Charlie Brown, the Peanuts Movie
Wed, 18th Nov 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Charlie Brown's eternal quest for love charms in the nostalgic 'Peanuts Movie', as both kids and adults root for the underdog.
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Hands-on review: ViewSonic PJD7822HDL Projector
Tue, 17th Nov 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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The ViewSonic PJD7822HDL projector is an amazing full HD 1080p projector with plenty of device support and is very scalable to different room sizes.