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Technology Gifts stories - Page 517

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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2degrees enters a new phase
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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2degrees shakes up NZ mobile market, gaining over 200,000 subscribers in 6 months, proving sceptics wrong and signalling a new chapter.
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IT rock stars
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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From tech-averse to IT lovers: How the iPod and smart devices turned even the least techy amongst us into unwitting IT rock stars.
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Sony dates first 3D PS3 games - Updated
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Sony sets June 10 for Japan's first 3D PS3 games, including free updates for Wipeout HD and Stardust HD, with Mr. Pain for a small fee.
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Why IP is important
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Without proper IP management, businesses risk connectivity issues, impacting customer access and potentially costing millions in downtime.
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It’s not the social media – it’s the message
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Small business owners in New Zealand are missing out on growth opportunities by underutilising 'freasy' tools like social media for relationship marketing.
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Website review: Clubbing
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Dive into online clubs to beat school blues with TV shows, book clubs, and science explorations, promising fun and learning outside the classroom.
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App review: Skedge Me
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Skedge Me revolutionises appointment booking, letting customers easily schedule online, freeing businesses from the hassles of calls and emails.
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Apple sells two million iPads in 60 days
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Will you be getting queuing round the block come the New Zealand launch or will your iPhone do for the time being?.
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Phones to overtake PCs as most common web access device
Mon, 31st May 2010
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By 2013, smartphones and enhanced phones will surpass PCs as the primary web access device, prompting websites to adapt to mobile formats.
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Skype 2.0 brings 3G calling to iPhone
Mon, 31st May 2010
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Skype 2.0 hits the iPhone with a coveted upgrade - now make Skype-to-Skype calls via 3G but gear up to pay post-2010.
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FileMaker launches Bento for iPad
Mon, 31st May 2010
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FileMaker introduces Bento for iPad, a personal database app to easily manage contacts, projects, and events, now optimised for the iPad's display.
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Angry Birds
Sat, 29th May 2010
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Angry Birds takes the world by storm, top paid app in dozens of countries, promises unmatched castle-crashing fun with 135 levels of pig-punishing action.
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iTunes antitrust investigation
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Apple's iTunes faces scrutiny from antitrust division, amid questions over its online business practices and dominant market position.
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Activision unveils Singularity 'Impulse' trailer
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Activision releases 'Impulse' trailer for Singularity, showcasing the game's unique Time Manipulation Device, altering gameplay dynamics.
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Need For Speed MMO dated
Fri, 28th May 2010
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EA's massively multiplayer online racer will go live on July 20th, when you can download a free playable demo.
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Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock details revealed
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Guitar Hero: Warriors of Rock to focus on rock 'n' roll 'shredding' and a story mode with Gene Simmons narrating a mythical rock battle.
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Symantec unveils Norton Everywhere
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Symantec's Norton Everywhere extends security beyond PCs to mobile and smart devices, offering new solutions like Norton Smartphone Security for Android Beta.
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Project Natal to be renamed at E3
Fri, 28th May 2010
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Microsoft remains tight-lipped on speculation that Project Natal will be renamed 'Wave' at next month's E3 videogame show in LA.
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Epic rolls out Gears of War 2 Title Update 6
Thu, 27th May 2010
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Epic Games rolls out Title Update 6 for Gears of War 2, featuring Social Matches and discounted map packs, alongside a Triple XP weekend event.
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Final Fantasy IX lands on PSN
Thu, 27th May 2010
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Final Fantasy IX makes a grand return to PSN, offering fans a nostalgic dive into Zidane and co.'s epic journey, a decade after its PSOne debut.