Technology Gifts stories - Page 442
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.
Game review: Bastion
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
You see what looks like the remnants of an intro, and you hear the voice of a narrator ease you into your first few moments, but it’s when all goes quiet.
iPad tops consumer interest survey
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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hp
In a US survey, the iPad reigns supreme in consumer preference, overshadowing new entrants like HP's TouchPad in the competitive tablet market.
InterDigital sale delayed
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
The sale of InterDigital, holder of 8800 patents, is delayed to September after Google's unexpected USD $12.5 billion acquisition of Motorola Mobility.
Android vs iOS: Which are you?
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ios
Hunch reveals your smartphone OS might mirror your personality, with iOS users leaning towards liberalism and Android users favouring steak.
Bodycount demo now on Xbox Live
Thu, 18th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Xbox Live unleashes Bodycount demo, inviting players to embrace mayhem and destruction in a no-holds-barred action shooter experience.
Galaxy Tab 10.1 launched in NZ
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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uc
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personal computing devices
Samsung's Galaxy Tab 10.1 hits NZ, defying global bans, as Samsung bets on leading the local market despite iPad 2 competition.
PS3 price slashed
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony has dramatically cut the price of its Playstation 3 console around the world, with New Zealand consumers to benefit from drops of $150.
Small victory for Samsung in patent battle
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Samsung notches a win in its patent clash with Apple, overturning a sales ban in the EU, minus Germany, amid false evidence claims.
Apple offers Lion USB drives
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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lion
Apple now delivers OS X Lion on USB, costing $69 in the US, an alternative for those unable to download it but at a higher price.
New Batman: Arkham City villain announced
Wed, 17th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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warner bros
Mr Freeze joins the rogues' gallery in Batman: Arkham City, vowing revenge against the Dark Knight amid a host of Gotham's most sinister villains.
Screen problem could delay iPad 3
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
Apple's iPad 3 faces launch delays due to screen production issues, casting shadows on its highly anticipated release.
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Google to acquire Motorola Mobility - Updated
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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google
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htc
Google snaps up Motorola Mobility for $12.5bn, gaining 24,500 patents and sparking curiosity over its Android partners' future.
Game Review: Call of Juarez: the Cartel
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Call of Juarez: the Cartel fails to tastefully tackle U.S.-Mexico drug war issues, marred by poor gameplay and stereotypical characters.
Huawei on target
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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smartphones
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cfo
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financial results
Huawei's 2011 H1 results show robust growth with revenue up 11% to CNY98.3 billion (NZ$18.5 billion) and operating profit at CNY12.4 billion (NZ$2.3 billion).
Battlefield 3 to require EA's Origin
Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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twitter
DICE confirms that Battlefield 3 will require EA's Origin client on PC, sparking disappointment among Steam users who must install another game client.
Masters of the Universe
Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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martech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple accused of wiping out entire galaxy to make desktop wallpaper prettier, sparking speculation about message to Samsung.
Turtle Beach announces limited edition Modern Warfare 3 headsets
Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
Every fan of the Call of Duty series' online multiplayer will know the importance of communicating with team members. If you want to win, you need to talk.
First images of Apple's 'spaceship' campus
Mon, 15th Aug 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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workplace
The campus was first proposed in June, and all going to plan is expected to be finished in 2015. How does it compare with your office?.
Facebook and Google upping their game
Fri, 12th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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google
Facebook and Google ignite a digital showdown, broadening their rivalry into gaming with feature updates and popular titles.
Game review: Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet
Fri, 12th Aug 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Insanely Twisted Shadow Planet dazzles with its striking art, hypnotic music, and puzzle-rich gameplay. This XBLA game is a hit worth downloading.