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Technology Gifts stories - Page 268

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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Spark launches 'urgent review' of pricing
Tue, 2nd Dec 2014
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Spark has warned that it may increase prices as it reviews its customer pricing following the Commerce Commission's proposed wholesale rates.
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Kiwi app company Touchtech named fastest growing by Deloitte
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Touchtech, a Wellington-based app company, rockets to 131st in Deloitte's Asia Pacific Fast 500, showcasing NZ's growing tech clout.
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Microsoft .NET framework now open source and cross platform
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Microsoft's .NET goes open source and cross-platform, promising a seamless development experience across Windows, Mac, and Linux.
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Fitbit takes fitness wearables to the next level with new products
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Fitbit announces release of three new products for different fitness levels and goals. Prices start at $179.95.
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Hands-on with PlayStation TV
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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PlayStation TV is a micro console that allows you to play various PS Vita, PSP and PSOne games on your TV. As great as that sounds, is it truly worth it?.
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Android App Review: Teavana Perfect Tea Touch
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Need a tea tutor? Teavana's Perfect Tea Touch app is your cup of tea for blending, brewing and buying tips. Ideal for aficionados.
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Fitbit Flex according to a real life PT
Mon, 1st Dec 2014
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Melbourne PT Sarah Florence shares her frank experience with Fitbit Flex, praising its ease of use but questioning calorie tracking accuracy.
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Aggressive expansion plans for Kiwi iPad software
Fri, 28th Nov 2014
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While there is a special push to sell the product in New Zealand and Australia, the internet allows cost-effective selling into the United State and Europe.
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Kiwi app Get Home Safe still going strong a year after launch
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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In its debut year, the pioneering Kiwi app Get Home Safe has triumphed, securing thousands of downloads and corporate interest worldwide.
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Far Cry 4 is open world FPS enjoyment
Thu, 27th Nov 2014
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Far Cry 4 offers a huge and beautiful open-world environment for you to explore, but does the gameplay add anything new to the table?.
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Rapoo sponsors League of Legends world championship team to promote pro gaming gear
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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On 19 October, the grand final contest of the 2014 League of Legends Championship Series was held in Seoul World Cup Stadium, Korea.
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Rise in smartphones makes mobile broadband modems obsolete
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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Smartphone adoption in New Zealand renders mobile broadband modems redundant, with the market facing a 50% revenue drop in 2014.
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Massive tablet decline expected as iPad shipments hit the brakes
Wed, 26th Nov 2014
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Expect a sharp decline in tablet sales in 2024 as iPad shipments drop for the first time ever, echoing a wider market slowdown.
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The Warehouse and Noel Leeming praised for 'family friendly values'
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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The Warehouse and Noel Leeming ditch R18 games and DVDs, hailed for prioritising family values by Family First NZ.
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There's an app for that: 5 of the weirdest apps on iTunes
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Discover the quirkiest apps on iTunes, from perfecting cat selfies to picking ripe watermelons - technology truly knows no bounds.
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2015 ANZ consumers seek synced devices and on-demand online shopping
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Mintel predicts in 2015 Australian and New Zealand consumers will turn to smart, synced devices and enhanced online shopping experiences.
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Elite gets dangerous
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Elite: Dangerous, The modern-day follow up to the classic 1980s space trading and combat game, Elite, preps for launch.
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ESET NetGuide Web Awards finalists have been announced!
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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Kiwi favourites spotlighted as finalists for the 2014 ESET NetGuide Web Awards are revealed, covering 22 categories. Winners to be announced Dec 2.
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Tanks for the memories: Wargaming.net at PAXAUS 2014
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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At PAX Australia 2014 Game Console's Darren Price sat down for a chat with Wargaming.net's Max Chuvalov to talk about World of Tanks.
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KnowNote musical app now singing to the iPad
Tue, 25th Nov 2014
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A new free app is now available for iPad users that let's them play various different instruments just by using a virtual keyboard.