Technology Gifts stories - Page 295
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.

Arctic Camouflage Xbox 360 controller coming to NZ...
Thu, 22nd May 2014
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microsoft
Microsoft has announced an all-new Xbox 360 Arctic Camouflage wireless controller will be released in New Zealand.

Quickflix launches streaming movies and TV shows on Xbox One
Wed, 21st May 2014
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quickflix
Quickflix expands its streaming service to Xbox One in NZ, offering a plethora of movies and TV shows in both standard and high definition.

Review: Kingston Mobilite Wireless Card Reader
Wed, 21st May 2014
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digital entertainment
Kingston's Mobilite excels in file sharing between devices, despite stark security flaws. Easy setup, but remember to password-protect it.

Exclusive: EA Sports’ UFC developer interview
Wed, 21st May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Game Console's Darren Price sits down with UFC's assistant producer, Jazz Brousseau, for a chat about EA Sports' upcoming mixed martial arts game.

BMW Vision enters the Gran Turismo 6 race track
Tue, 20th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony computer entertainment
BMW unveils its Vision Gran Turismo in GT6, blending cutting-edge design with a 549 hp inline engine for unrivalled virtual racing thrills.

iOS security flaw: Are you Sirious?
Tue, 20th May 2014
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
A new security breach has been discovered in iOS 7.1, allowing hackers to access contact lists without having to unlock the actual iPhone device.

Redmond's new order, a big Aussie distie deal and a mystery start-up...
Tue, 20th May 2014
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microsoft
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lenovo
Six months is a long time in the New Zealand channel market - The Channel looks back at the big stories in February...

Apple and Google call patent war truce
Mon, 19th May 2014
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personal computing devices
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ios
For those managing to keep up with the growing complexity of patent lawsuits, a truce has been called; between warring rivals Apple and Google.

Stop smoking with Quitbit...
Mon, 19th May 2014
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technology gifts
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volution
Quitbit, a revolutionary lighter, tracks your smoking habits, aiming to help users cut down or quit by monitoring and setting goals.

Review: Livescribe 3 smartpen
Mon, 19th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
With the proliferation of connected devices, how can the Lightscribe help replace the humble pen? What value does it offer?.

Channel unrest, businesses on the brink and a backlash for Booth Babes...
Mon, 19th May 2014
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network infrastructure
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personal computing devices
NZ's tech market faces upheaval: Microsoft to cut fees, businesses teeter on edge, and a final say on booth babes controversy.

Halo 5: Guardians landing for Xbox One in 2015
Sat, 17th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
343 Industries couldn't wait until E3 and have now officially announced that Halo 5: Guardians is indeed coming.

Auckland's heart to beat smarter with new intelligent app
Sat, 17th May 2014
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personal computing devices
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apps
Auckland set to introduce a smart app, making it NZ's first city to provide a personalised, real-time CBD experience for visitors. Launching mid-June.

UR-Hell as Kiwis click over 2.3 million malicious links in 2014...
Sat, 17th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cybersecurity
The number of malicious links clicked on by New Zealanders in Q1 2014 reached 2.3 million, according to a report by Trend Micro.

Review: Parrot Minikit Neo Glam
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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cartech
Parrot's Minikit Neo Glam, blending simplicity with sophistication in bluetooth tech, shows ease of use can drive the future of hands-free calls.

Slim PS Vita shipping to NZ in June
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand has announced today the new slim PS Vita model will be coming to the country in June.

Watch Dogs breaks record for most pre-orders for a new IP
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Ubisoft's Watch Dogs sets a record with the most pre-orders for a new IP, making it the second highest pre-ordered Ubisoft game ever.

Kiwa Digital delivers iconic tale through sign language
Fri, 16th May 2014
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personal computing devices
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ios
Children with hearing impairments are now able to enjoy one of New Zealand’s favourite stories, Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy, as a digital book.

Photo-stop! Adobe Creative Cloud suffers major outage...
Fri, 16th May 2014
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martech
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personal computing devices
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apple
Adobe has reported that its Creative Cloud online service is down, leaving users without access to Photoshop and InDesign among other applications.

The Golf Club PC Early Access Preview
Fri, 16th May 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
HB Studios steps up with 'The Golf Club' on PC Early Access, promising a polished, genre-defining simulator amidst a sea of bugs and ongoing updates.