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Technology Gifts stories - Page 345

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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Telcos: Compete less, collaborate more
Thu, 11th Jul 2013
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Ovum urges telcos to reduce competition and increase collaboration, citing over 3,500 service launches since 2009. Innovation, not rivalry, is key to survival.
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BlackBerry considers licensing deal amid investor pressure
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Struggling company is considering a licensing deal, or even an outright sale of the business in a bid to appease investor concerns.
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Apple and Amazon find Appy ending
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Apple and Amazon have concluded their legal battle over the app store term, agreeing to dismiss ongoing lawsuits in a Californian court.
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Samsung scores Fortune 500 win over Apple
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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South Korean company named the world's 14th largest in terms of revenue, beating fierce rival Apple by five places.
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Ingram Micro unveils new channel app
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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Ingram Micro NZ launches first-ever channel app, revolutionising reseller efficiency with on-the-go pricing, ordering, and tracking.
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Exploding Samsung S3 sizzles Swiss girl
Wed, 10th Jul 2013
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apple
An 18-year-old Swiss girl sustained severe burns when her Samsung S3 exploded, highlighting potential safety issues with the device's lithium-ion battery.
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Mobile TV set for $10bn worth by 2017
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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The mobile TV and video market is set to reach $9.5bn within four years, as new business models incorporate the technology.
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MSN TV to sign out in September
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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After a 16-year run, MSN TV will shut down in September, marking the end of Microsoft's pioneering internet TV service.
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Android App Review: Mega
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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Given the hype surrounding the unveiling of the Mega Android app, we got out best man on the job to give his unbiased view on Kim Dotcom’s latest release.
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Windows 8.1 set for August shipping date
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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Speaking at the company's WPC, Microsoft's Tami Reller confirms Windows 8.1 will be available for manufacturers in late August.
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Apple App Store turns 5 = free presents
Tue, 9th Jul 2013
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To celebrate its 5th birthday, the App Store is giving away a selection of free apps and games to customers. #AppStoreBirthday.
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Android App Review: Pixlr Express
Mon, 8th Jul 2013
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Pixlr Express app review: A free, user-friendly photo editor that's more tomato sauce than fine seasoning but offers fun features for casual use.
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Kiwi tech firm unleashing the beast
Mon, 8th Jul 2013
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Cloud company Unleashed Software increases staff count by 60%, relocates it offices to Auckland's North Shore and raises salaries to 20% above market average.
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Apple's Budget iPhone: Fact or Fiction?
Mon, 8th Jul 2013
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While plans for an Apple iWatch may have distracted the masses, rumours have been circulating for months around a low-cost iPhone - but is this the real deal?.
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99% of Android mobile phones susceptible to newly found takeover attack
Sat, 6th Jul 2013
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Recent vulnerability means that 99% of all android phones could be exploited to the point where they could be completely overidden.
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Over 160 billion apps to be downloaded by 2017
Fri, 5th Jul 2013
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Global app downloads set to double to 160 billion by 2017, fuelled by smartphone adoption in developing markets and free-download apps.
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Master key makes 99% of Android devices vulnerable
Fri, 5th Jul 2013
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Master key could affect any Android phone released in the past four years, representing nearly 900 million devices and 99% of the market.
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Apple cooks up an iPhone sales storm
Fri, 5th Jul 2013
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In a bid to push Apple to retail leadership, CEO Tim Cook will implement sweeping changes to the way iPhones are sold and marketed.
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Mega launches Android app
Fri, 5th Jul 2013
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Kim Dotcom releases official Android app - now available free of charge from the Google Play Store - with iOS and Windows to follow.
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Dell wears its tech on its sleeve
Fri, 5th Jul 2013
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network infrastructure
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Dell explores wearable technology amid declining PC sales, with a focus on innovation to combat a shrinking market.