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Technology Gifts stories - Page 245

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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1TB PS4 console coming in July
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand (SCENZ) has just announced today that a 1TB PS4 console will be coming your way next month.
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BYOD security: Protect your data before it's too late
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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BYOD data protection policy is crucial as mobile devices are targeted by criminals, says Acronis. 38% of companies to rely on BYOD by 2016.
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Darth Vader would love this: Dark Side Ollie
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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smart home
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home robots
Last year I was wowed by Sphero, the small robotic ball that is driven using an Android or IOS smartphone. It was crazily fun to drive.
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Will the next Apple Watch be iPhone-free?
Tue, 23rd Jun 2015
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wearables
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wireless networks
The rumoured Apple Watch 2, likely to be introduced in 2016, will apparently have a new wireless system for greater iPhone independence.
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The Elder Scrolls Online finally arrives on the new-gen consoles
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Netguide's Darren Price takes a look at The Elder Scrolls Online Tamriel Unlimited, now available for Xbox One and PlayStation 4.
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Cisco VNI highlights growing landscape for Kiwi reseller
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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Cisco's tenth annual Visual Networking Index highlights some key growth areas for resellers as internet usage booms and connected devices change.
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Major security flaw in Samsung Galaxy devices
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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smartphones
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Samsung says the flaw is extremely difficult to exploit, but if successful, an attacker could have an enormous amount of access to an affected device.
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Taylor Swift rejects Apple Music
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
Taylor Swift criticizes Apple Music's three-month free trial, saying it doesn't pay writers, producers, or artists.
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Smart wearables huge opportunity for vendors, as market sees 170% growth
Mon, 22nd Jun 2015
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's entrance into the wearable market is driving growth of 170%, with 72.1m devices to be shipped this year.
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Hands-on review: HP Elite X2 1011 G1 Hybrid Tablet Laptop
Fri, 19th Jun 2015
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gaming
I can recommend the X2 for those who want that ability to go from desktop to laptop to tablet without using a multitude of devices.
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Activision announces Transformers Devastation developed by PlatinumGames
Thu, 18th Jun 2015
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gaming
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A new action game is on the way as Activision has announced Transformers Devastation. The game is being developed by PlatinumGames.
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Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5 features outlined
Thu, 18th Jun 2015
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gaming
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Skate nostalgia reigns with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 5, bringing classic levels, seamless online play, and bespoke parks.
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Synnex continues portfolio expansion with Corsair win
Thu, 18th Jun 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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Synnex secures a strategic deal with Corsair, further bolstering its portfolio to meet the rising demands of its 7K+ reseller network.
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Sony may have won E3 2015 with epic announcements
Tue, 16th Jun 2015
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gaming
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Sony dazzles at E3 2015, unleashing long-awaited The Last Guardian, a Shenmue III Kickstarter, and a full FFVII remake. Fans are ecstatic.
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Microsoft announces big things for Xbox One at E3 2015
Tue, 16th Jun 2015
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gaming
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microsoft
Microsoft had an amazing E3 2015 earlier today announcing a lot of blockbuster things for the Xbox One console.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge
Tue, 16th Jun 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Launched in the middle of April, the Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge has been raved about by hordes of tech and gadget sites.
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Samsung Galaxy S6 Active: The new ruggedised smartphone
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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smartphones
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apps
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Samsung has begun launching its Galaxy S6 Active smartphone, which is targeted toward athletes and outdoorsy people.
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Fallout 4 confirmed to be out later this year
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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Bethesda stuns with a Nov 10 release for eagerly awaited Fallout 4 at E3, confirming new features and a Boston setting.
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Facebook introduces slimmed down version of its Android app
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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smartphones
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facebook
Facebook Lite debuts for Android users, offering the quintessential social experience on 2G or shaky networks with minimal data use.
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Finally - iOS 9 will let you block ads
Mon, 15th Jun 2015
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ios
Ad blocking has been available to use for sometime, but the extensions have not been available on the iPad or iPhone. iOS 9 looks to change that.