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Technology Gifts stories - Page 324

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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Zuckerberg approves new Facebook Like button
Fri, 8th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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facebook
CEO Mark Zuckerberg gives the nod as the social media giant's six month development process finally comes to an end...
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Tales of an iPhone virgin - 5S style...
Fri, 8th Nov 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
An iPhone novice takes on the 5S, learning the ropes of Apple's latest gadget with the enthusiasm of a Top Gear newbie in a Ferrari.
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Essential Call of Duty stats...
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Call of Duty: Ghosts hit the shelves the other day, here is a graphic highlighting some of the questions (and costs) associated with playing Call of Duty.
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Assassins Creed sets sail in Black Flag
Thu, 7th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag casts off stale mechanics for sea-faring adventures, marking a refreshing tide in the series.
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Mad Catz Cyborg F.L.Y. 5 – the skies the limit
Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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peripherals
In this day and age flight sticks seem to have a limited appeal and most tend to only target the hard-core flight sim community.
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Review: Brother MFCJ6920DW Multifunction
Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Brother MFCJ6920DW Multifunction Printer impresses with A3 capacity in compact design, eco-friendly modes, but reports mixed print quality. 3.5/5.
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Microsoft warns Kiwis... don't ignore software piracy law
Wed, 6th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Microsoft cautions NZ against pirate software, citing malware risks and a hefty $15k settlement with a violator. Safety guide for buyers included.
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DLC for Ryse: Son of Rome announced
Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Microsoft and Crytek announce four add-on packs for “Ryse: Son of Rome” with multiplayer maps, armour, weapons, and more.
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IDC: Android drives worldwide tablet growth
Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
Worldwide tablet shipments grew to 47.6 million units in the third quarter of 2013, drove largely in part through Android products.
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Apple's iPad Air goes on sale in NZ today…
Tue, 5th Nov 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
Vodafone will today begin offering the iPad Air to Kiwis, with the iPad mini with Retina display set to follow later this month.
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Android App Review: Red Bull TV
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Red Bull TV is a free app that extends the ‘Red Bull is extreme’ brand by bringing snowboarding and dance music videos to your phone.
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Be the boss with Football Manager 2014...
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sega
If you’ve ever thought you are better than Ricki Herbert, or that Sir Alex Ferguson’s legacy isn’t great enough, then Football Manager 2014 is the game for you.
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All about the games at the Armageddon Expo
Mon, 4th Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Armageddon Expo dazzles with hands-on PS4 and Xbox One play, showcasing next-gen gaming amidst a riot of cosplay and fandom.
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Galaxy S4 Zoom released in NZ
Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Samsung unveils the Galaxy S4 Zoom in NZ, merging smartphone convenience with high-end camera features, including a 10x optical zoom.
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Two new Wii U console offers set for November NZ release
Fri, 1st Nov 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Nintendo announces two new Wii U offers in NZ for November, including bundles with Just Dance 2014 and Skylanders SWAP Force.
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Pandora debuts new tablet experience for Android
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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smartphones
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apps
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pandora
Pandora has today released a new version of the company’s app built specifically for Android tablets, aptly named Pandora 5.0.
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Renaissance sells NatCol / YooBee to ACG for $14 million
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
Renaissance agrees to sell its Yoobee School of Design to ACG for $14m, boosting ACG's footprint in NZ's education sector.
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Adobe admits 38 million users hacked, not 3 million
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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malware
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martech
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cybersecurity
Adobe reveals that 38 million users have been affected by a cyber security attack, after previously claiming only three million were impacted.
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Battlefield 4 launches today
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Battlefield 4, bedecked with over 30 awards, storms into stores and Origin today, offering unparalleled warfare across multiple platforms.
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IT spending high as “excited” industry embraces Digital World
Thu, 31st Oct 2013
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smartphones
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uc
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data analytics
This results in every budget being an IT budget; every company being a technology company; every business becoming a digital leader; and every person.