Technology Gifts stories - Page 522
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.
iPhone jumps in smartphone market
Wed, 5th May 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
iPhone tops US sales, hitting 8.8m units this quarter and claims global 3rd spot, as smartphone market sees a 50% surge in sales.
World Of Warcraft running on iPad
Wed, 5th May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Blizzard's World of Warcraft has been glimpsed running on an iPad, thanks to Gakai's cloud gaming tech, hinting at future possibilities.
Apple acquires chipmaker Intrinsity
Wed, 5th May 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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intel
In a bid to create faster chips for its devices, Apple has purchased Intrinsity, which has already created custom chips for the iPad.
Vodafone drops data roaming charges
Wed, 5th May 2010
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smartphones
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uc
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blackberry
Vodafone slashes global data roaming costs to $10/MB, offering a significant 93% cut for Australian travel. Promotion ends 26 Aug.
Bungie: Reach servers 'are getting hammered'
Tue, 4th May 2010
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gaming
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datacentre infrastructure
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digital entertainment
Bungie tackles severe server strain as Halo: Reach fans face slow matchmaking and glitches, promising swift resolution amid historic beta test.
StarCraft II release date - July 27
Tue, 4th May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Blizzard confirms StarCraft II's global release on July 27, hitting screens from the US to New Zealand. A digital version follows.
Halo: Reach - six minute video tutorial
Tue, 4th May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Aisha Tyler fronts a detailed 6-minute 'Halo: Reach' tutorial, unveiling maps, weapons, and tactics for the eagerly awaited beta.
iPad sales hit one million mark
Tue, 4th May 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
With 3G iPad sales estimated at 300,000, Apple today announced that it has sold more than a million iPads since its US launch on April 3rd.
Apple to close Lala music service
Mon, 3rd May 2010
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personal computing devices
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apple
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itunes
Could Apple be about to unveil a cloud-based iTunes service? Apple has announced that it is to close Lala, its recently purchased online music service.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops official - first trailer
Mon, 3rd May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
First glance at COD: Black Ops revealed – sees end of WWII setting, with hints at Vietnam or even space! Out 11 Nov.
Mass Effect 2: Kasumi – Stolen Memory
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
EA releases Mass Effect 2's 'Stolen Memory', a paid DLC inviting players to a unique heist with Kasumi, despite prior free content success.
MODERN WARFARE 2: Stimulus PackAGE
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Infinity Ward's Modern Warfare 2 Stimulus Package fails to reignite past fervour, despite high-quality maps and fixes to old glitches.
Lips Party Classics
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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digital music
Lips: Party Classics is a stand-alone expansion that adds another 40 songs to the playlist of the popular Xbox 360 karaoke game.
Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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dragon age
Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening expansion offers 10-15 hrs of gripping RPG action for veterans, but may daunt newcomers, advises playing original first.
Metro 2033
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Amid an FPS overload, Metro 2033 emerges with a distinct, post-apocalyptic charm, innovating within a crowded genre.
Stronghold Collection
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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2k games
Revisit the epic medieval series with the Stronghold Collection, where building castles meets historic battles in a gaming nostalgia trip.
Game review: Yakuza 3
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game review
Yakuza 3 is a little-known title that was released in Japan well over a year ago now, but it's finally seen a Western release.
ModNation Racers
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Can a cartoon kart racer compete on current-gen consoles? United Front games banks that ‘customisation’ and ‘community’ are the keys.
RED STEEL 2
Sat, 1st May 2010
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Red Steel 2, a video game masterpiece, marries Wild West and samurai action on the Wii, showcasing what motion controls were made for.
PLAY LIKE A PRO
Sat, 1st May 2010
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fitness
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fifa world cup
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football
As winter descends upon New Zealand, it's time to dust off those boots and shin pads; the new soccer season is here! Ready to play like a pro?.