Technology Gifts stories - Page 335
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.
Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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digital entertainment
Microsoft to buy Nokia's Devices and Services for €5.44bn, aiming to boost its mobile presence, with the deal set for Q1 2014 completion.
Sony: Tell us what you want
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony’s director of third party production Gio Corsi is asking for people to let him know what they would like to see on PS Vita, PS3 and PS4.
NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
You Protested. Your Government did not listen. We have gathered intelligence on those responsible: John Phillip Key, Peter Dunne, Bill English….
Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Dive into the peculiar world of virtual dentistry with 'Virtual Dentist Surgery', an app that's raising eyebrows more than it's raising fun.
Big screens for less? Phablets lead the market
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Phablets overtook shipments of each of the portable PC and tablet device categories in Asia/Pacific during the second quarter of 2013.
Nintendo US President says ‘meh’ to next-gen comp
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
This is the response from Reggie Fils-Aime during an interview with IGN, as he defended the Wii U’s value for consumers as the wave of next-gen consoles launch.
PS4 Battlefield 4 similar to PC 'medium settings'
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
YouTube video producer Jackfrags was one of the few lucky people to have some time on the PlayStation 4 version of Battlefield 4 at Gamescom...
GCSB fights back over global hacking threat
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
GCSB counters Anonymous' threat to NZ govt, staying vigilant despite no major cyberattacks yet. Public opinion remains divided.
Will you own a smart watch by 2018?
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Smart watch shipments are expected to hit 36 million annually by 2018, with Apple and Samsung poised to trigger a market boom, Juniper Research reveals.
Nintendo reveals Wii U price drop
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Nintendo slashes Wii U Deluxe price to $299.99 from Sep 20, launches Zelda bundle with exclusive features and game download.
Are Kiwis paying too much for computers and software?
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Green Party calls for a Commerce Committee inquiry into the over pricing of computer software and hardware in New Zealand compared to other countries.
Xbox One will not launch on November 8
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft rubbishes rumours that the Xbox One will be released on November 8, despite strong internet speculation to the contrary.
Apple Watch out… Samsung's Galaxy Gear is here
Thu, 29th Aug 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
South Korean company will launch its smart watch as early as next week, beating Apple's iWatch to market in the process.
It pays to know who your Facebook Friends are...
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
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apple
A journalist's close call with a cunning Facebook phishing scam highlights the perils of unfamiliar friend requests and the need for vigilance.
Xbox One processor power gated down to 2.5%
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Company has been recently talking up the insides of the Xbox One at the Hot Chips conference at Stamford University.
Game gives schools opportunity to predict the future
Wed, 28th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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schools
Teachers and students have the opportunity to forecast the future tomorrow in an online game run by the MacDiarmid Institute and StratEDGY.
Kiwi blog leaks iOS7 release date…
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
A Kiwi blog hints at iOS7's release date to coincide with new iPhones on Sept 10, following a leaked developer email.
Can new Facebook app stop young suicides?
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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apps
R U OK? app aims to help more young people reflect on the difference that conversations can make to friends who might be struggling.
Microsoft's dreaming of a white Xbox One...
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft is developing a white variant of its next-gen offering but it will not be available to the public...
Without a doubt, Steve Ballmer is the worst CEO today
Tue, 27th Aug 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
That's the damning view of one industry expert, who believes the Microsoft chief executive should have gone long ago….