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Technology Gifts stories - Page 309

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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EVE Online developer honours players
Sun, 16th Feb 2014
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Former EVE Online Capsuleers are being invited to renew their subscriptions in order to take part in a piece of gaming history.
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Apple eats through Microsoft's PC stock
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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If you label computers as devices on which people actually conduct their business, then recents findings suggest Apple leads the way.
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Kiwi customs fight high tech battle against child sex abuse images
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Customs says that advances in technology have made it easier for offenders to find, store, and share objectionable material such as child sexual abuse images.
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Which songs will get you lucky tonight?
Fri, 14th Feb 2014
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digital entertainment
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Spotify reveals Adele's Make You Feel My Love as the top song to ignite your Valentine's Day passion, backed by science.
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Are we looking at the new Apple iWatch?
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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iwatch
Stunning images coming out of America could be that of Apple’s eagerly anticipated iWatch, coming in two different models.
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Extra NZ PS4 consoles now in stock...
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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digital entertainment
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Mighty Ape stocks up on PS4 - order yours today to avoid missing out. Limited stock available. Hurry! Game Console predicts they'll sell out fast.
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Kinect Sports Rivals launches 8 April
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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Microsoft and Rare announce Kinect Sports Rivals will be available exclusively on Xbox One from April 8, 2014.
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NZ online platform wins Sochi Paralympic broadcast rights
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Attitude Pictures will present New Zealand audiences with 44 hours of free coverage and highlights packages from Sochi 2014.
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Was buying Motorola a costly mistake for Google, or a clever move?
Thu, 13th Feb 2014
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News that Google is selling Motorola has sparked media commentary that this acquisition was a mistake – but is that really the case?.
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Register for Titanfall Beta Now!
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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The future of first person multiplayer action is upon us, and now’s your chance to be among the first to fall for Titanfall.
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'Little evidence' that smartphone use causes cancer
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Little evidence that moderate mobile phone use is associated with any cancer in head and neck region, states new report.
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Gamers spend $15.39 billion in 2013
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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US gamers spent a whopping $15.39 billion on video games in 2013, showing a shift towards digital content despite a dip in new physical sales.
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Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z Is A Mess
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Despite ambitious attempts, Dragon Ball Z: Battle of Z stumbles, blending cluttered gameplay with old storylines. A try that sadly misses the mark.
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Multiplayer and Party Updates for Xbox One
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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gaming
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Xbox One's major update to revolutionise multiplayer and party experiences, promising simpler chat and better friend integration by March.
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Evolve - First look trailer released
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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2K Games unveils 'Evolve' trailer, a next-gen 4v1 shooter where being the hunter or the hunted blurs. Coming Autumn 2014.
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WeChat becomes fastest growing social application...
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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apps
WeChat sees a 379% increase in users between Q2 and Q4 2013, making it the top growing social app, says GlobalWebIndex report.
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Cook bets on Apple with new product launches
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Tim Cook teases new Apple innovations, hinting at future expansions but remains tight-lipped on specifics, as the tech giant bets big on its course.
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Xbox One stereo headset and adapter coming early March
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Microsoft has announced the Xbox One Stereo Headset and Adapter will be hitting New Zealand shores in early March.
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Infamous: Second Son - hands on preview
Wed, 12th Feb 2014
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Sucker Punch's Infamous: Second Son dazzles in our preview, promising PS4's best exclusivity with moral choices and electrifying gameplay.
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What’s that Computer you’re not Wearing?
Tue, 11th Feb 2014
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
Wearable tech is set to transform how we live, driving hands-free functionality in everyday tasks and spurring 5% of sales by 2020.