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Technology Gifts stories - Page 445

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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Apple shares reach $400
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Apple shares surpass $400, positioning the tech giant as the world's second-most valuable company, trailing only Exxon-Mobil, amid new product buzz.
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RIM all go in New Zealand
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Despite RIM's challenges, Blackberry's footprint in New Zealand is set to grow, with new deals and the PlayBook launch on the horizon.
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HP launches TouchPad tablet with webOS
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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HP debuts its TouchPad tablet featuring the innovative webOS, aiming to revolutionize the market with unique multitasking and integration capabilities.
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Apple to offer large, thin laptops by Christmas
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Apple gears up to unveil an ultra-thin, large-screen laptop by Christmas, bridging the gap between its MacBook Air and Pro models.
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Microsoft releases OneNote for iPhone in NZ
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Microsoft's OneNote app now graces iPhones in NZ and other countries, with Microsoft aiming for wider Office suite accessibility.
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Assassin's Creed animated movie detailed
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Ubisoft unveils 'Assassin's Creed Embers', a CGI short film finale for Ezio’s epic, set to enrich the upcoming Assassin's Creed saga this November.
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Interview with Space Marine developers, Relic
Thu, 28th Jul 2011
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Relic dives deep into the Warhammer 40,000 universe with Space Marine, crafting a game of relentless action and meticulous lore fidelity.
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InterDigital fires patent shot
Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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InterDigital takes legal action against Nokia, Huawei, ZTE, alleging patent infringements amid rumours of Google's interest in the tech firm.
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Toshiba targets gamers
Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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Toshiba gears up to entice gamers with new Satellite notebooks, boasting AMD’s latest processors for enhanced performance and graphics.
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RIM to expand in APAC region
Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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RIM, behind the Blackberry brand, partners with Brightstar to boost its presence in APAC, eyeing wider reach across Oceania's markets.
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Sony developing virtual reality headsets
Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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Sony is currently testing a prototype 3D headset that bears a striking resemblance to that 1980s 3D arcade folly, virtual reality.
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Game review: Child of Eden
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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Child of Eden triumphs as Kinect's beacon of innovation, merging hypnotic visuals and techno tunes for a unique gaming escapade.
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Apple among Hulu tyre-kickers
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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Apple eyes Hulu, sparking debates on its potential acquisition to bolster iTunes and challenge Netflix, despite brand operation differences.
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US telco preps for iPhone5
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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In a lead-up to the anticipated early September release of iPhone 5, AT&T gears up for increased store traffic by fast-tracking staff training.
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Adults only
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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Aussie Attorneys-General agree on R18+ video game rating, ending years of debate and bringing Australia in line with global standards.
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RIM to cut workforce by 11%
Tue, 26th Jul 2011
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Blackberry maker to cut 2000 jobs in effort to revive plummeting share price, with redundancies to follow. #Blackberry #jobcuts.
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Seek Mobile goes from 0 to 100,000 in six months
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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Seek Mobile revolutionises NZ job search, hitting 100k searches in 6 months with its mobile-friendly service, offering convenience and discretion.
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Apple delivers advanced Lion for iCloud tests
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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Apple bypasses 10.7.1 to release Lion 10.7.2 for iCloud testing, focusing on refining its cloud service ahead of market launch.
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Australasia shut out of Star Wars game launch
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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Australasia left in the dark as EA and LucasArts exclude New Zealand and Australia from Star Wars: The Old Republic game pre-orders.
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Game preview: Space Marine
Mon, 25th Jul 2011
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TechDay's reviewer dons his power armour and crushes some orc scum with Warhammer title's E3 preview build, thanks to our local THQ distributor.