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Technology Gifts stories - Page 432

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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Konami names date for Metal Gear Solid pack
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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Konami sets 2 Feb for Metal Gear Solid HD collection launch, including five classic titles, revitalising first stealth gameplay series.
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Motorola Mobility’s US$32 million loss
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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Motorola Mobility faces a US$32 million loss due to weak sales of Xoom tablets, amidst a planned US$12.5 billion Google acquisition.
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Game time at Armageddon 2011
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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Auckland's Armageddon Expo 2011 promises epic gaming with 10 pre-releases like Assassin's Creed: Revelations and Skyrim, plus exclusive events.
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Interview: Uncharted 3 visual effects wizard
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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The Uncharted franchise has done a lot to bridge the divide between gaming and film, and the latest incarnation, Uncharted 3, goes further than ever.
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Game review: Kinect Sports: Season Two
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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Kinect Sports: Season Two takes motion-controlled gaming to new heights, delivering an eclectic mix of sports and improved gameplay.
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Money for nothing - the virtual goods market in gaming
Fri, 28th Oct 2011
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The market for virtual goods in social media games is set to boom due to smartphone usage, according to a report.
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Are you the 'typical gamer'?
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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New study reveals the typical NZ gamer is 33 and 47% female, reshaping stereotypes as mobile and social games attract wider audiences.
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Nokia unveils first Windows phones
Thu, 27th Oct 2011
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Nokia launches its first Windows phones, aiming to revive its market stance against Apple and Google, with high hopes pinned on the Lumia models.
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Game review: Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One
Wed, 26th Oct 2011
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In its latest, Ratchet and Clank: All 4 One trades solo thrills for multiplayer fun, dialling down the arsenal but upping the camaraderie.
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Smartphone sales drop
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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US telcos report a dip in smartphone sales, hinting at a bright spot for Apple's iPhone amid anticipation for the new iPhone 4S.
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New chips for MacBook Pro range
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Apple enhances MacBook Pro series with new chips, boosting performance and storage across its range. Prices start at $1999.
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Siri co-founder leaves Apple
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Siri co-founder Dag Kittlaus leaves Apple for personal reasons, aiming to focus on new ventures and family in Chicago.
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Steve Jobs book may be Amazon's biggest for 2011
Tue, 25th Oct 2011
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Walter Isaacson's biography of Steve Jobs, released by Simon and Schuster, could top Amazon's 2011 sales chart, reflecting Jobs' profound legacy.
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Apple takes iOS 5 on tour
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Developers invited to learn about latest operating system from the experts; how far will Australasians have to travel?.
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Swearing for charity
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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SwearJar encourages users to clean up their language on Twitter by donating to Unicef for every swear word tweeted, adding a charitable twist.
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Stocking-stuffers from Nintendo
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Nintendo unwraps its holiday line-up with thrilling games for Wii and DS, including Go Vacation, Solatorobo, and the latest Professor Layton.
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Telcos agree to allow payments via phone bills
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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NZ telcos unite to launch PayforitNZ, allowing phone bill payments for digital purchases, ensuring customer privacy and convenience.
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Revelations in Jobs biography
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Steve Jobs' meeting with his biological father, and why he delayed surgery on the tumour which finally took his life.
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Game review: Renegade Ops
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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Avalanche Studios' Renegade Ops dazzles on Xbox Live Arcade, mixing vintage arcade thrills with modern 3D graphics for explosive fun.
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Competition: A Fright or a Big Bang
Fri, 21st Oct 2011
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