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Technology Gifts stories - Page 339

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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Will Sony unveil dual console bundle plans?
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Sony hints at groundbreaking dual console bundle linking PS4 and PS Vita, possibly saving gamers cash on next-gen gaming this Christmas.
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Sony Australia smacked with $53m tax bill
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Following a year-long investigation by the Australian Taxation Office, CEO and CFO quit the electronics company after verdict.
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Kiwi app ‘Get Home Safe’ aims to save lives
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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NZ's 'Get Home Safe' app, a pioneering tool by Boyd Peacock, offers live safety tracking, aiming to protect individuals during solo activities.
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SEGA to acquire Index Holdings?
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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Media reports suggest that Sega is interested in Atlus’ parent company Index and has placed a bid for the company among 20 other companies bidding.
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Renaissance director Robert Bijl resigns
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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After less than five months, Renaissance director Robert Bijl, linked to the late Murray Wood, resigns, as announced by the company.
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The only Apple service provider you should visit in Auckland
Tue, 6th Aug 2013
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For the third year running, IT consultancy and repair company, Imagetext has been appointed as an Apple Authorised Premium Service Provider (PSP).
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Android App Review: G Cloud Backup
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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G Cloud Backup: The app that saves your contacts, messages and more, ready to be reinstalled onto a new phone.
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'Oh hell Samsung, shame on you!'
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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Replace shamed American cyclist Lance Armstrong with Samsung, swap the banned drug EPO with GPU and bang - we have a controversy...
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Reasons why you should buy COD: Ghosts...
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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Mark Rubin teases COD: Ghosts features including dynamic next-gen maps and Squads, promising a revolution in gameplay with varied weather and time.
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Is Xbox One back in the race with go-faster stripes?
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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In a bold move, Microsoft boosts Xbox One's appeal with go-faster stripes, aiming to outpace the PS4 in the gaming console race.
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Obama says 'No We Can't' to Apple ban
Mon, 5th Aug 2013
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Obama sides with Apple, overturning the ban on iPhone 4 and iPad 2, thwarting Samsung's plans in a major trade decision.
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Dick Smith to open 77 stores within 3 years
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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Technology retailer embarks on ambitious plan after completing final business buyout in July, opening stores in both NZ and Australia.
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iFruit costs $1,700 in classic Apple con
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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While Apple season may have passed, one keen Australian paid a whopping $1,700 for a few pieces of fruit. Or was she expecting a few new iPhones?.
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Preview: Beyond: Two Souls
Fri, 2nd Aug 2013
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David Cage returns with 'Beyond: Two Souls', offering a unique blend of supernatural elements and interactive drama, featuring Ellen Page.
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Can Xbox One run WinRT apps?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Emerging rumours and a code leak suggest the next-gen Xbox One might run WinRT apps, hinting at a big leap in app compatibility.
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BioShock Infinite - Clash In the Clouds download pack released
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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2K and Irrational Games reveal the first downloadable content pack for Bioshock Infinite is available worldwide, available on PC, PS3 and Xbox 360.
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Android joins the Office 365 app party
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Android users rejoice as Office 365 now extends its app suite to include them, promising seamless productivity across devices.
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Fit for champions... EA strikes Barca deal
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Big news coming out of EA today as they have announced a new three year deal with footballing giants FC Barcelona.
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Can you guess the 20 Xbox One exclusives?
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take on Pixelenemy.com's challenge and name the 20 Xbox One exclusives showcased. Full list revealed, with some surprises.
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Imagining a world with NO technology…
Thu, 1st Aug 2013
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Take a look what happens when a few technophiles unplug and take a holiday away from Twitter, Facebook, MySpace and even email….