Technology Gifts stories - Page 297
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.
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.

Pure Pool racks up for next-gen winter release
Fri, 9th May 2014
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VooFoo Studios and Ripstone announce Pure Pool for a next-gen winter launch, promising unparalleled realism and multiplayer pool experience.

Nintendo Wii U sales stagnant at 6.17 million units
Thu, 8th May 2014
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Nintendo Wii U struggles to compete as sales stagnate at 6.17m units, lagging behind Sony's PS4 rapid 7m sales in just 5 months.

Voice Control: Why Apple, Google and Microsoft need to fight back
Thu, 8th May 2014
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Digital platform providers are competing to find the next big method to grab consumers' attention: voice control and monitoring.

Restructuring Warehouse reports solid Q3 sales
Thu, 8th May 2014
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The Warehouse reports Q3 sales of $367.0m, up 3.2%, with 13 consecutive quarters of positive same store sales.

Is tech causing Kiwi consumers to stay indoors?
Thu, 8th May 2014
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New Zealanders are increasingly staying at home for shopping and leisure activities due to advances in technology, according to research by IDC New Zealand.

Final Fantasy XIV: A Realm Reborn director interview
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Final Fantasy XIV's revival journey: Director Naoki Yoshida discusses overcoming player disappointment to create A Realm Reborn.

Meguiar's Car Pack released for Forza 5
Wed, 7th May 2014
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microsoft
Microsoft has launched the Meguiar’s Car Pack for Forza Motorsport 5 with ten new vehicles celebrating over 60 years of performance cars.

Apple and the inevitability of disruption…
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Apple and Starbucks are eyeing the mobile payment market, but will they truly disrupt the way we pay? Analyst James Wester weighs in.

Activision set to spend half a billion dollars on Destiny
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Activision plans to spend $500m on developing and promoting Destiny, making it the most expensive video game ever made.

DVD review: Gravity
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Gravity dazzles in a way few films can, with Bullock's stellar performance ensuring you're glued to the screen. A must-watch, 4.5/5.

Samsung leads smartphone sales but is Lenovo / Motorola the winning team?
Wed, 7th May 2014
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Juniper Research estimates that the combined Motorola-Lenovo smartphone shipments for Q1 2013 exceeded 20 million, putting the joint entity into a third place.

Film review: Divergent
Wed, 7th May 2014
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digital entertainment
The thing I don’t understand about these dystopian stories are why the leaders of the new societies are always these crazed luncatics.

iOS review: Match Dots
Tue, 6th May 2014
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Match Dots iOS game enchants with bright visuals and strategic play, making dot-matching unexpectedly addictive despite an easy start.

Film review: Bad Neighbours
Tue, 6th May 2014
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Bad Neighbours: A raucous blend of chaos, starring Rogen and Efron, perfect for fans of low-brow humour. A 4/5 comedic riot not to miss!.

Facebook NZ issues top privacy tips for Kiwis
Tue, 6th May 2014
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data privacy
Social media users in New Zealand are being urged to manage their privacy settings and be mindful of who sees their posts, in light of Privacy Awareness Week.

Ballmer: Microsoft and Apple are “two trick ponies”
Tue, 6th May 2014
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Former Microsoft CEO, Steve Ballmer, shares his thoughts on the future of Microsoft at the Oxford Union. #Microsoft #CEO #technology.

Yoobee ups ante in ‘one stop shop’ plan
Mon, 5th May 2014
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Yoobee is offering 2degrees voice and data plans instore, with customers able to use rebates on hardware beyond handsets.

Taking a look at doomed app downloads...
Mon, 5th May 2014
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apple
Exploring doomed apps: From Instapaper's forgotten reads to seldom-used weather forecasts, a dive into apps that promise much but deliver little.

Global high-tech pioneers choose Wellington (again)...
Mon, 5th May 2014
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Wellington secures its spot as the go-to for high-tech pioneers, with film startup 8i choosing it for their HQ.

Industry feels the heat as tablet market misses a beat
Mon, 5th May 2014
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Tablet market stagnates with shipments dipping to 50.4m in Q1 2014, hinting at a tough year ahead for the tech industry.