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Technology Gifts stories - Page 563

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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Hotwheels: Beat That! – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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Hotwheels: Beat That! Xbox 360 game lands with a thud, only appealing to diehard fans or kids 5-8. A mediocre ride not worth the spin.
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Kane And Lynch – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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Kane and Lynch, the latest from Hitman creators, offers depth and dark twists but suffers from gameplay flaws. #Xbox360 #IOInteractive.
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Kingdom Under Fire: COD – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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Games that have a reasonably good track record don’t always end up being what you expect when the franchise expands.
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Devil May Cry 4 – Xbox 360
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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One of the pleasing things about Devil May Cry 4 is that you don’t have to know the entire background story to play the game.
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Guitar Hero Franchise Surpasses $1 Billion In North America
Sat, 1st Mar 2008
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The Guitar Hero franchise has set an industry record, surpassing $1 billion in North American retail sales in just 26 months.
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Naruto Ninja Council: European Version – DS
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Naruto Ninja Council hits Europe on DS, offering fans over 40 missions and 20 characters from the beloved show, though it may feel repetitive.
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Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror – PS2
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Syphon Filter: Dark Mirror for PSP delivered the series franchise from relative obscurity since its original Playstation debut.
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The Legend of Spyro: The Eternal Night – PS2
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Spyro's PS2 venture in 'The Eternal Night' fails to reignite the series, opting for action over adventure, leaving fans longing for the PSX days.
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Bee Movie Game – PS2
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Bee Movie Game on PS2 offers youngsters a modest yet sweet gaming experience, with Barry B. Benson leading an adventure filled with fun and challenges.
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NBA 2K8 – Xbox 360
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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NBA 2K8 redefines sports gaming with its groundbreaking realism and depth, setting a new benchmark and outdistancing its rival, EA Sports.
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Microsoft releases Xbox 360 HD-DVD emulator
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Microsoft launches an innovative Xbox 360 HD-DVD emulator, cutting costs for film studios and enhancing content testing ahead of disc production.
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Take Two Opens New California Studio
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Take Two unveils 2K Marin, a new California studio aimed at crafting original titles and enhancing 2K's game lineup, says president Christoph Hartmann.
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New ‘Fase’ For Fasa Studios?
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Jordan Weisman reclaims rights to MechWarrior, Shadowrun, Crimson Skies for new venture Smith and Tinker, hinting at immersive online worlds.
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Timezone Giftcards
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Ezi-Pay's Gift Station revolutionises shopping, offering over 60 brands' gift cards, including Time Zone. Win a $200 card on our competition page!.
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Sony Sales Up 285 Percent
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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PlayStation 3 sales increased 285 per cent from October to November marking the largest sales increase of any hardware platform.
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Rumours Of New Blizzard Multiplayer?
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Blizzard teases a new mystery MMO project, confirmed not to be WoW related, through job listings for a Next-Gen MMO. Details remain scarce.
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Game review: Fury – PC
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Fury reinvents MMOs with its PVP focus, ditching grinds for fast-paced combat, though marred by skill clutter and patchy graphics.
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Microsoft Flight Simulator X Deluxe Edition - PC
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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The flight simulator series has been around almost as long as PC computer gaming itself, with the original Microsoft Flight Simulator released back in 1982.
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Gears Of War – PC
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Gears of War leaps from Xbox 360 to PC, offering extra content and the choice of controller or keyboard, to the delight of fans.
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Rock Band – Xbox 360 Preview
Fri, 1st Feb 2008
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Rock Band to elevate party gaming with its 2008 launch, following Guitar Hero's lead. Ready to form your band?.