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Technology Gifts stories - Page 299

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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Microsoft seals Nokia deal
Mon, 28th Apr 2014
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Microsoft has completed its acquisition of Nokia, marking the first step in bringing the two organisations together.
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Symantec: Phishers pump out Heartbleed attacks
Fri, 25th Apr 2014
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malware
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Symantec detects phishing emails related to Heartbleed Bug, with phishers posing as US military insurance service.
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Dead Nation scares onto PS Vita...
Fri, 25th Apr 2014
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The popular Dead Nation finally makes its way onto the PS Vita system. Is the game still a terrifying experience on the small screen?.
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WhatsApp sets the Facebook record straight…
Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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data privacy
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WhatsApp CEO dispels myths about Facebook merger, emphasising privacy and user data protection remain paramount.
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Apple expands Capital Return Program to over US$130 Billion
Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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Apple's board approves new increase in capital return program, with $130bn to be returned to shareholders by end of 2015.
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Apple beats estimates with strong iPhone sales
Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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personal computing devices
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Apple surpasses earnings estimates with strong iPhone sales, reporting sales of $45.6 billion in fiscal 2014 Q2.
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Film Review: Veronica Mars
Thu, 24th Apr 2014
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digital entertainment
The film is pretty much a really long Veronica Mars episode. And that isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I enjoyed it.
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Telecom launches unlimited broadband data plans
Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Telecom, soon to be Spark, has announced that it will offer residential customers Unlimited Broadband Data plans from today.
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iOS Review: 2048
Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
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The iOS 2048 puzzle game delights with its addictive play, combining numbers to reach the titular tile, now enhanced with an update.
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Microsoft signs Android patent deal with Motorola Solutions
Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
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motorola solutions
Microsoft has signed a patent licensing agreement with Motorola Solutions for worldwide coverage of its patent portfolio.
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Apple reveals free product recycling initiative
Wed, 23rd Apr 2014
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personal computing devices
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Apple expands recycling efforts worldwide, with every Apple Store now accepting and recycling unwanted Apple products for free.
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What are you watching? Letterboxd...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Letterboxd transforms film fandom with a social twist, letting users track, rate, and share their movie journeys.
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Microsoft sets official Nokia acquisition completion date...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Microsoft completes acquisition of Nokia Devices and Services business, expected to be finalised on April 25th.
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iOS review: ANZ Champs
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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The ANZ Champs iOS app is a game-changer for netball fans, offering the latest stats, scores, and updates right at your fingertips.
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Let's talk about your Facebook Addiction crisis...
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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facebook
Do you check Facebook every morning like the morning paper? Do you cry if your friend list gets smaller without you knowing?.
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iOS Review: QuizUp
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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With over 365 topics from history, TV shows, sports, music, and new topics being added all the time, you’ll be entertained and challenged for hours at a time.
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Android App Review: Pixel Animator: GIF Maker
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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The straight-forwardly named Pixel Animator: Gif Maker lets you make your own pixel animations and save them as gifs.
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Android App Review: Norton Security Antivirus
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Norton has been a household name in antivirus software for as long as I’ve been old enough to care about such things.
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Android App Review: Duolingo
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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gaming
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Duolingo's free app gamifies language learning, offering bitesize lessons in European languages, making it fun yet educational.
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Android App Review: Hotel Quickly
Tue, 22nd Apr 2014
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Hotel Quickly's app offers discounted NZ hotel stays with a fun tone, but technical issues shadow its potential benefits.