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Technology Gifts stories - Page 486

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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New Mortal Kombat gameplay footage released
Mon, 22nd Nov 2010
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Check out some of Sub-Zero's moves, combos, and an in-game cinematic from next year's brutal reboot of Mortal Kombat!.
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Portal 2 delayed to April
Fri, 19th Nov 2010
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First its E3 appearance was canceled - now the wait for a sequel to Valve's breakaway success becomes even more agonising.
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HP offers up to $5,000 trade-in on old servers
Fri, 19th Nov 2010
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NZ's HP offers up to $5,000 trade-in for old servers with the purchase of their new blade servers, conditions apply.
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Telecom targets Vodafone iPhone customers
Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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Telecom unveils bold offer to snatch iPhone customers from Vodafone, with promises of £600 credit and more on XT network deals.
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Is this Mass Effect 3?
Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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gaming
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An image from a brief teaser video for BioWare's next game has fans speculating everything from Mass Effect 3 to a new IP.
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Google Voice released for iPhone
Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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Google Voice app now on iPhone for US users, offering cheap international calls, free texts to US, and more, says Christian Brunschen.
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Bethesda announces first Fallout: New Vegas DLC: Dead Money
Thu, 18th Nov 2010
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Bethesda unveils Dead Money, the first DLC for Fallout: New Vegas, set to land on Xbox 360 on Dec 21 for 800 MS Points.
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Trade Me launches dedicated app
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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smartphones
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apple
Trade Me launches a new app for iPhone users, offering a sleek way to manage auctions on-the-go. Stay connected to NZ's top site anytime, anywhere.
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New Zealand kicks off Global Game Jam
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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New Zealand will kick off the Global Game Jam, a 48-hour race to create video games, on January 28th, 2011, as the first territory to start the event.
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U2 Tour Guide
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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Discover U2's 360° Tour with live setlist updates, exclusive YouTube videos, and concert photos. Join the community and secure tickets.
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Microsoft: NZ Kinect voice control coming next year
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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While Kinect launches in New Zealand tomorrow, Kiwis won't enjoy the voice control functionality available to those in the US - yet.
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Renaissance picks up Fuji Xerox
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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Renaissance to distribute Fuji Xerox products in NZ, expanding its tech portfolio and enhancing the local printer market.
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EA announces Shift 2 Unleashed
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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EA gears up to redefine racing with Shift 2 Unleashed, promising an immersive experience with a graphical revamp and new features.
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Rob Spray joins Zintel Cogent
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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After leaving TIG in October, Rob Spray has joined Zintel Cogent as National Technical Operations Manager, bypassing the expected TUANZ role.
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Official: Beatles on iTunes - pricing revealed
Wed, 17th Nov 2010
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fuji xerox
The Beatles finally arrive on iTunes, with single albums costing NZD$21.99, individual songs NZD$2.39, and the Box Set NZD$269.99.
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Health issue forces Telecom board resignation
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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fuji xerox
Sachio Semmoto resigns from Telecom board due to health issues, with no immediate replacement planned amid broadband policy uncertainties.
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The Beatles comes to iTunes
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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The Wall Street Journal reports that Apple's unforgettable iTunes announcement is that it's secured the rights to the Beatles back catalogue.
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Rumour: Gears of War title headed to Kinect?
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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IGN reports a potential announcement of a Kinect-enabled Gears of War game by Microsoft and Epic Games at the upcoming Spike TV VGAs.
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Kinect sells 1M units worldwide in first 10 days
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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Microsoft's Kinect flies off the shelves, selling 1M units in just 10 days after US and Europe launch, aiming for 5M by year's end.
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Could Diablo III be headed to consoles?
Tue, 16th Nov 2010
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gaming
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e-senza
Blizzard hints at Diablo III for consoles, hiring for key positions but stresses it's not an official announcement yet.