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Technology Gifts stories - Page 334

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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Apple iPhone 5S Has a fingerprint reader?
Sun, 8th Sep 2013
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Leaks suggest Apple’s upcoming iPhone 5S might feature a fingerprint reader, with photos on Weibo and Mashable bolstering the credibility of the claim.
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Top mobile tip.... don’t speak too loudly in public
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Mobile phones and in particular smartphones have been a revelation with regards to staying in touch when we are out and about.
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Smartphone shipments surges phone market growth
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Smartphones will represent virtually all of the mobile phone market in many of the world's most developed economies by the end of 2017....
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Lenovo cuts loose channel director in Oz jobs trim
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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Tech giant makes changes within its Australian workforce, cutting back on its channel sales director for the region.
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Microsoft Surface Pro: Tablet or Laptop?
Fri, 6th Sep 2013
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The Microsoft Surface Pro on paper is a truly great idea, the power of a laptop with the portability and entertainment value of a high spec tablet.
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Microsoft shows consumer tech mettle with Nokia phone buy
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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The news of Microsoft’s acquisition of Nokia’s Devices & Services business is a major shift for the software giant.
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Is NZ enjoying a digital entertainment revolution?
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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NZ's entertainment scene leaps forward with EzyFlix.tv, offering instant streaming of international hits on any device, no contracts required.
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Microsoft reveals Xbox One NZ launch date
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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It is official, the VP of Marketing, Strategy and Business for Xbox – Yusuf Mehdi has confirmed the date that the Xbox One will launch in New Zealand...
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Apple invite hints at new iPhone colours
Thu, 5th Sep 2013
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Apple sends colourful invitations to press, sparking rumours of new iPhone colours to be unveiled on September 10.
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Google refreshes NZ Street View
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Tech giant launches major refresh of Street View, giving Kiwis access to post-earthquake Christchurch among other cities.
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Sony to show 'more than 10' PS4 titles
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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Sony to unveil over 10 PS4 games at Tokyo Game Show alongside a slew of PS3, PS Vita titles. Fans buzz over possible new reveals.
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No quick fix following Microsoft / Nokia mix
Wed, 4th Sep 2013
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The Nokia acquisition is a logical step forward for Microsoft but will not change the company’s position in mobile overnight.
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Microsoft's shock acquisition of Nokia announced
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Microsoft to buy Nokia's Devices and Services for €5.44bn, aiming to boost its mobile presence, with the deal set for Q1 2014 completion.
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Sony: Tell us what you want
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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Sony’s director of third party production Gio Corsi is asking for people to let him know what they would like to see on PS Vita, PS3 and PS4.
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NZ ministers added to hit list for global hacker to attack
Tue, 3rd Sep 2013
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You Protested. Your Government did not listen. We have gathered intelligence on those responsible: John Phillip Key, Peter Dunne, Bill English….
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Android App Review: Virtual Dentist Surgery
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Dive into the peculiar world of virtual dentistry with 'Virtual Dentist Surgery', an app that's raising eyebrows more than it's raising fun.
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Big screens for less? Phablets lead the market
Mon, 2nd Sep 2013
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Phablets overtook shipments of each of the portable PC and tablet device categories in Asia/Pacific during the second quarter of 2013.
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Nintendo US President says ‘meh’ to next-gen comp
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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This is the response from Reggie Fils-Aime during an interview with IGN, as he defended the Wii U’s value for consumers as the wave of next-gen consoles launch.
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PS4 Battlefield 4 similar to PC 'medium settings'
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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YouTube video producer Jackfrags was one of the few lucky people to have some time on the PlayStation 4 version of Battlefield 4 at Gamescom...
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GCSB fights back over global hacking threat
Fri, 30th Aug 2013
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GCSB counters Anonymous' threat to NZ govt, staying vigilant despite no major cyberattacks yet. Public opinion remains divided.