Technology Gifts stories - Page 401
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.
Budget 2012: there's an app for that
Tue, 22nd May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apps
NZ Treasury launches a free app for budget access on iOS and Android, showcasing government's push for innovative digital public services.
Apple, Samsung sit-down underway
Tue, 22nd May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
Apple, Samsung CEOs enter mediation in California to resolve patent dispute spanning 20 cases worldwide, despite low expectations.
Spotify music service now available in NZ
Tue, 22nd May 2012
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
Spotify launches in NZ, challenging Rdio with free access to over 16M tracks and unique 'Kia Ora New Zealand' playlist.
News: Mountain Lion automatic downloads, the state of IPv6 in OS X, and more!
Mon, 21st May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Apple's Mountain Lion to introduce automatic downloads across devices, beefs up IPv6 support, and commits to 100% renewable energy for data centres.
Telecom announces Galaxy S III pricing
Mon, 21st May 2012
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smartphones
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samsung galaxy
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technology gifts
Telecom unveils Galaxy S III starting at $1049 or free on a £120/mo plan, introducing advanced voice and face recognition to rival iPhone.
Could voice actors become gaming's star attractions?
Mon, 21st May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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uncharted
Nolan North, gaming's George Clooney, predicts voice actors could become key selling points for video games, mirroring film industry trends.
News: retina MacBook costs, Apple confirms sandboxing deadline, OWC Accelsior SSD review, and more!
Sun, 20th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
It's estimated that the current LCD panel in any model MacBook currently costs Apple around US $68 per machine.
Impressions: Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
Fri, 18th May 2012
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Much has been made of the near-future tech on display in this, the franchise's fourth official instalment; so how does it stack up?.
Tanks take to tables in latest Vita release
Fri, 18th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Revolutionise your tabletop with PS Vita's latest AR game, making tanks battle in your living room. Available May 22, prices at $3.90.
News: hardware-specific features, Sparrow update, Mountain Lion update, and more!
Thu, 17th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Apple to unveil hardware-specific features; Sparrow and Mountain Lion get updates, hinting at an exciting future for Apple users.
China to overtake Japan in IT spend next year: IDC
Thu, 17th May 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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mobility
China is poised to surpass Japan as the leading spender in IT within the Asia-Pacific, with an expected $173 billion outlay next year.
WSJ, Reuters signal 4 inch iPhone screen
Thu, 17th May 2012
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Reuters and WSJ report Apple may boost its next iPhone screen size to 4 inches, marking its first change since 2007 amid rising competition.
Facebook launches 'pages manager' for iPhone
Thu, 17th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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facebook
New app helps businesses and organisations with heavy traffic or multiple pages keep on top of their presence on the social network.
More Halo 4 details revealed
Thu, 17th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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halo
Developers 343 Industries offer up more info about the new Halo game, including multiplayer and Limited Edition details.
News: more retina display Macs, five antivirus apps, the end of Perian, and more!
Wed, 16th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Apple eyes retina displays for iMac and MacBook Air amidst rising security concerns, as the iconic Perian codec faces its end.
NEC touts projection interaction tech
Wed, 16th May 2012
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
NEC unveils its groundbreaking 'Ambient Interface' tech, using motion-sensing cameras and projectors to enhance gesture control, debuted at MWC.
'The Social Network' writer to pen Steve Jobs biopic
Wed, 16th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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sony
Aaron Sorkin, acclaimed for 'The Social Network', is set to write Sony's biopic of Apple visionary Steve Jobs, based on Walter Isaacson's biography.
Diablo III launch problems prompt Twitter, meme frenzy
Wed, 16th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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twitter
Diablo III's launch woes cause a Twitter storm and meme frenzy as players struggle to defeat the toughest boss yet: the login screen. #Error37.
News: Kaspersky's Mac security analysis, pending iCloud upgrade, return of the Nvidia GPU, and more!
Tue, 15th May 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Kaspersky tackles Mac security independently, amid iCloud upgrades and the anticipated return of Nvidia GPUs in MacBook Pros.
Blizzard goes to hell & back for Australian Diablo III fans
Tue, 15th May 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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blizzard
Blizzard heroically steps in to save Australian Diablo III fans left stranded by a retailer's collapse, offering full credit for digital purchases.