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Technology Gifts stories - Page 239

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: Viewsonic 4K VP2780-4K monitor
Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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digital entertainment
The Viewsonic VP2780-4K 4k monitor is flawless once you have the right cables, according to a journalist's review.
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Until Dawn is a scary game that you must experience
Tue, 25th Aug 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Until Dawn is a new PS4 exclusive that comes out two months before Halloween. If you are into the horror genre, this game has enough scares for you.
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Gears of War: Ultimate Edition is the best remaster
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Remastered games sometimes look too similar for you to notice any big differences. This isn’t the case for Gears of War: Ultimate Edition.
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Hands-on review: Samsung 34' Curved Monitor SE790C
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
This monitor slays all other rivals - I can’t throw enough superlatives at it. Work wise, I use two 24″ monitors, and this monitor is on my wish list.
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Hands-on review: Amazon Fire TV
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The arena of streaming apps is changing, and changing fast, vendors are going to need to up their game to stay with the pack.
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iOS vulnerability targets corporate data
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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risk & compliance
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cybersecurity
Appthority has identified a critical iOS ‘Quicksand’ vulnerability that enables malicious apps to harvest enterprise credentials.
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NZ gaming industry in need of startup companies
Mon, 24th Aug 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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callaghan innovation
New Zealand video game industry grows, with 134 new jobs created and revenue of $78.7m in FY2015, according to @nzgda.
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Mobile learning across ANZ still in its infancy
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Mobile learning in the workplace is still in its infancy in Australia and New Zealand, according to new research from Skillsoft.
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Parallels 11: Same product, different box for Apple Stores
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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parallels
​Such is Apple’s market power that then new version of Parallels is being released with two different packaging options.
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New Apple Magic Mouse and wireless keyboard on the horizon
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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personal computing devices
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bluetooth
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apple
Apple is set to release a new ‘Magic Mouse 2’ and wireless keyboard with Bluetooth 4.2, according to regulatory filings posted to the FCC website.
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Text Neck: Is your smartphone wrecking your spine?
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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smartphones
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healthtech
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technology gifts
New research shows people hunching over their smartphones is wreaking havoc on their posture, causing significant stress in the cervical spine.
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Apple gains market share in slowing smartphone market
Fri, 21st Aug 2015
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smartphones
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microsoft
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Apple has made up ground on Samsung and Android has faltered in the latest mobile phone report from Gartner - but where is Microsoft?.
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Samsung’s first wireless charger 'coming soon'
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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wireless nation
Samsung has released its first fast wireless charging pad in its online US store, stating it's compatible with Qi-enabled devices.
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Android security flaw found in 950 million devices
Thu, 20th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
A new security flaw known as Stagefright has been found in 95% of Android devices, allowing attackers to steal information from users.
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Samsung’s soon-to-launch Gear S2 smartwatch
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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wearables
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reviews
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personal computing devices
Samsung's Gear S2 smartwatch set to redefine wearability with a sleek round face and a battery that outlasts rivals. Details emerge ahead of Berlin reveal.
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Skype gets more personal on Android
Wed, 19th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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google
Skype introduces personalised features in latest Android update, including customisable ringtones and photo forwarding.
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Hands-on review: Belkin Insight Switch
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Belkin have come up with an even smarter and easier way to up your home. The Insight Switch is not only smart, it’s incredibly useful.
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Special Darth Vader PS4 console announced by Sony
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony unleashes the force with a Darth Vader-inspired PS4, equipped with a 1TB HDD and classic Star Wars games.
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Why tech retailers have learnt to say no
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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digital signage
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drones
10 years ago computer retailers filled their stores with desktop computers, monitors and rows of software. Today they’re almost unrecognisable.
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VoIP and gaming go hand-in-hand
Mon, 17th Aug 2015
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
New research has found gamers have a more positive game experience when using voice communication and would prefer using a standardised service.