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Technology Gifts stories - Page 196

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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Vodafone Lights a fire under NZ’s prepay market with My Flex Prepaid
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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Vodafone NZ launches My Flex Prepaid plans, allowing customers to customize voice, data, and text allocations.
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Film review: Trolls - a fun combination of candyfloss hair, colours and chatter
Tue, 8th Nov 2016
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Candyfloss, colours and chatter were everywhere you looked – and that was just in the foyer. And just quietly, I did indeed find my happy place.
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There's great news for Android, but not so good for Apple
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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The relentless march of Android continues, and it isn't good news for Apple. There is no Steve Jobs to ride in and turn things around this time.
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Hands-on review: Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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I went teeth-on to try out the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean electric toothbrush. After using it, it felt like a full clean from the dentist.
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Hands-on review: Dell 2.1 Speaker System AE415
Mon, 7th Nov 2016
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gaming
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network infrastructure
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reviews
A mighty sound system for your desktop or just an adequate solution? Darren Price checks out the Dell 2.1 Speaker System AE415.
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Sony announces the games that will look cool with the PS4 Pro launch
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Many old and new video games will be getting a makeover when the PS4 Pro launches next week. A full list has been provided.
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Late quarter drive from Apple sees significant growth in smart watch market
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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wearables
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apple
Apple Watch shipments drive significant growth in global smart watch market, with 2.8 million units shipped in Q3 2016.
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Review: Save the DBZ timeline with Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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Dragon Ball Xenoverse 2 is the sequel to the popular Xenoverse. It expands on the original game adding tons of new characters and scenarios.
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Hands-on review: Dino the Cognisaurus - this is the reptile you’re looking for
Fri, 4th Nov 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Dino the Cognisaurus utilises IBM Watson AI to create an interactive, engaging toy experience for kids, balancing fun and education for GBP £199.
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Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass info announced by Ubisoft
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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Ubisoft unveils Watch Dogs 2 Season Pass perks, with early PS4 access and new missions set to enhance the hacker universe.
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ComCom proposes continuation of number portability
Thu, 3rd Nov 2016
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smartphones
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technology gifts
It enhances competition in the market as it removes a disincentive for consumers to leave their current provider if they see a better deal elsewhere.
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Smart home vulnerability: Tips for staying internet secure
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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surveillance
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smart home
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cybersecurity
Security is only as effective as the weakest link. Therefore, it is important to secure you entire home network and the devices that connect to it.
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Kiwi born fitness app hits the big time overseas, but not at home
Wed, 2nd Nov 2016
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fitness
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technology gifts
Kiwi fitness app, My Virtual Mission, has gained 30k users in the UK and US, but has been slow to take off in its home market of New Zealand.
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Device vendors gear up for the Singles’ Day sales event in China
Tue, 1st Nov 2016
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smartphones
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technology gifts
Chinese vendors are preparing for the popular Singles' Day event, often referred to as the Black Friday of the west.
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Lara Croft celebrates her 20 years in style
Sun, 30th Oct 2016
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After a year-long wait, the PlayStation 4 release of Rise of the Tomb Raider is finally here and worth every minute, according to a journalist.
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Ubisoft partners with Hudson Mohawke to make Watch Dogs 2 soundtrack
Sat, 29th Oct 2016
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Ubisoft has announced that it has partnered with famous producer, Hudson Mohawke, to make the Watch Dogs 2 soundtrack.
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Ubisoft announces open beta weekend for snowboard/ski game Steep
Sat, 29th Oct 2016
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gaming
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Adrenaline junkies will be happy to know that an open beta will be staged for Ubisoft's Steep. This is the new open-world snowboard/skiing game.
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Xiaomi and Lenovo climb in India’s smart phone market as local players falter
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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lenovo
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xiaomi
There is ongoing portfolio consolidation as local players change their product strategies, emphasising 4G-enabled models that are becoming mainstream.
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Are Chinese vendors saving the global smartphone market?
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
Chinese vendors propel global smartphone market to 6% growth in second straight quarter, countering declines by giants Samsung and Apple, says Canalys.
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Apple unveils new MacBook Pros
Fri, 28th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
Apple launches next-gen MacBook Pros, boasting a customizable Touch Bar, faster graphics, enhanced colour and sound, in a sleeker design from NZ$2499.