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Technology Gifts stories - Page 453

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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Namco Bandai donates generously to Christchurch
Wed, 25th May 2011
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Namco Bandai aids Christchurch's heritage recovery with a €20,000 gift, matched by the government, despite Japan's own challenges.
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Gears of War 3 sneak peak trailer
Wed, 25th May 2011
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Gears of War 3 trailer teaser ignites excitement, heralding a worldwide launch on 20 Sept. Catch the full reveal during NBA playoffs or 28 May on Facebook.
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Call of Duty: MW3 - new trailer
Tue, 24th May 2011
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New MW3 trailer teases a game-changing, destructible environment and an 'unprecedented' online universe. Not for kids!.
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Microsoft wants you! To join the Avatar Army
Tue, 24th May 2011
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Join Microsoft’s Avatar Army on Facebook for a chance to win 100,000 MS points, valued over $700. Hurry, the contest ends on 29 May 2011!.
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Office for Mac 2011 Service Pack 1 released
Tue, 24th May 2011
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Office for Mac 2011 gets a vital Service Pack 1 update, enhancing security, stability, and functionality, addressing key vulnerabilities.
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Kung Fu Pandas for Cityville
Tue, 24th May 2011
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DreamWorks teams up with Zynga, bringing Kung Fu Panda 2 into CityVille with exclusive collectibles and quests until 31 May.
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Major labels sign on to Apple's music cloud
Mon, 23rd May 2011
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Major music labels have signed deals licensing their content to Apple's yet-to-be-announced cloud-based music service.
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Presentation: Getting the most out of your Mac at work
Mon, 23rd May 2011
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Macworld has teamed up with the author of the 'Mac at Work' book to present a webcast on getting the most out of your Mac in the workplace.
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Explosion at 'inhumane' Chinese iPad factory kills 2
Sat, 21st May 2011
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An explosion at the controversy-ridden Chinese iPad factory in Chengdu has reportedly killed two and injured more.
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HP unimpressed with Thunderbolt; chooses USB 3.0
Fri, 20th May 2011
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HP snubs Thunderbolt for USB 3.0, citing wider support and questioning the need for more fancy solutions in its desktop PCs.
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New content planned for PlayStation Store reopening
Fri, 20th May 2011
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Sony's PlayStation Store reopens on 24 May with new content, offering twice-weekly updates and free games for PSN account holders.
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Rumour: new MacBook Air for June or July
Thu, 19th May 2011
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Rumoured refresh: New MacBook Airs with Sandy Bridge processors and Thunderbolt ports may launch in June/July, Taiwanese blog discloses.
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Rumour: Apple to bring NFC tech to iOS?
Wed, 18th May 2011
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Apple may introduce NFC tech in iOS devices, aligning with trends in contactless payments and bolstering its retail capabilities.
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Big names join forces to fight Apple trademark
Wed, 18th May 2011
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Tech giants Microsoft, Nokia, HTC, and Sony Ericsson join Amazon in challenging Apple's 'App Store' trademark in Europe as too generic.
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RIM recalls 1000 PlayBooks
Wed, 18th May 2011
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Blackberry PlayBook tablets recalled due to OS build issue, with majority still in distribution channel. RIM working to replace affected devices.
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Farmville goes Gaga
Wed, 18th May 2011
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Gagaville is open from today until May 26th and, according to PR Newser, will give fans the chance to hear a new Lady Gaga track on the farm.
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Vodafone Xperia Play shipment (probably not) stolen
Tue, 17th May 2011
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Vodafone's NZ launch of Sony Ericsson Xperia Play delayed due to theft, announces major security breach on Facebook.
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Nokia rebrands Ovi
Tue, 17th May 2011
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Nokia to drop Ovi brand for better alignment, switching to 'Nokia services' in July. Change aims for stronger brand unity, no service disruption.
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Facebook fad claims first victim
Tue, 17th May 2011
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Planking - the most popular 'sport' you've probably never heard of - has gained notoriety after an attempted planking ended in death.
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Morgan thinks big for SmallWorlds
Mon, 16th May 2011
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Sam Morgan leads a £2M investment in NZ's SmallWorlds, eyeing rapid global expansion in the booming social gaming market.