Technology Gifts stories - Page 426
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.
Classic titles on offer at MiGamZ
Mon, 12th Dec 2011
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
MiGamZ invites retro and modern gamers alike to rediscover classic titles and share gaming nostalgia with the next generation.
Apple to sell 30m iPhones this quarter?
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's iPhone sales could hit a record 30m this quarter, as industry experts raise forecasts, despite a slowdown in iPad growth.
Trading halted for Renaissance announcement
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
What caused shares in embattled technology distributor and retailer Renaissance Corporation to be put on hold this afternoon?.
Game review: Raving Rabbids: Alive & Kicking
Fri, 9th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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kinect
Raving Rabbids: Alive and Kicking delivers laughs and a novel Kinect party experience, but lacks lasting appeal.
Kiwi gamer given true combat experience
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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turtle beach
A Kiwi gamer is embarking on a real-life combat journey to Iraq, courtesy of Turtle Beach's bold promo stunt, raising ethical questions.
RIM denied BBX trademark
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Judge issues temporary ban on name RIM gave to forthcoming operating system; so what will the BlackBerry OS be called now?.
Noel Leeming's sales and profits up
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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noel leeming
Noel Leeming revels in a 40% profit leap, attributing success to in-demand tech gifts and refined customer service strategies.
InternetNZ to host second NetHui
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nethui
InternetNZ gears up for the second NetHui, fostering diverse discussions among internet users and IT professionals in July 2012.
Start-up sessions: itravelnz
Thu, 8th Dec 2011
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smartphones
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cloud services
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software
In a new column, IT Brief editor Angelique Jurd looks at a promising start-up that’s creating and innovating with technology.
Telecom's special Xbox broadband deal
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Telecom entices gamers with a free year of Xbox Live Gold, plus waived broadband fees on 12-month contracts, enhancing online entertainment.
Long wait for fix to Skyrim's PS3 lag issue
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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the elder scrolls
Skyrim's PS3 gamers face a rocky journey as a recent patch fails to fix serious lag issues, leaving players stranded in a glitchy realm.
Game review: WWE '12
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
WWE '12 aims to rejuvenate the series with revamped gameplay and controls but struggles with AI difficulty and lackluster graphics.
Microsoft to offer peek at Windows Store - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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windows
Microsoft gears up to unveil Windows Store in a bid to rival Apple's app market, promising an enticing revenue scheme for developers.
Quiet in the tweet seats!
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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smartphones
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film
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movies
American theatres are embracing 'tweet seats' to cater to tech-savvy patrons, allowing live tweeting from designated areas to minimise disruptions.
App of the Week: Evernote
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apps
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apple
Ever stumble across a great website then try and find it later on and have no idea where it was? This is the app for you.
Microsoft enabling voice for kiwi Kinect owners - Updated
Wed, 7th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Xbox Kinect's voice command update, tackling NZ's unique accent, faces a slight delay but promises an enhanced gaming experience.
Five game characters we'd hate to buy gifts for
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Christmas shopping can be a real drag, but imagine if some of gaming's most famous characters were on your list.
HP helps bring e-smiles to sick kids
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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hp
HP launches e-smiles campaign, inviting the public to send digital messages of hope to sick kids at Ronald McDonald House, Auckland.
Apple's social media policies revealed
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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facebook
Apple’s stringent social media policies have surfaced, highlighting how the tech giant enforces rigid guidelines that led to a UK employee's dismissal.
Phone manufacturers face Carrier IQ case
Tue, 6th Dec 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Phone giants including Apple and Samsung face a class action lawsuit over privacy concerns linked to Carrier IQ software, filed in Delaware.