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Technology Gifts stories - Page 348

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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Backtracking Microsoft reshapes Xbox One
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Microsoft backpedals on Xbox One's internet policy after gamer uproar, enhancing offline play and game sharing.
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iOS App Review: Heads UP!
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Bring the riotous guessing game from Ellen's show to your phone with Heads Up! Ideal for groups, it turns trivia into a joyous affair.
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Huawei slams 'weak' Windows Phone
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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As Chinese company considers buying Nokia, smartphone manufacturer dismisses Microsoft's Windows Phone platform as 'weak.'.
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Sorry, something went wrong…with Facebook
Thu, 20th Jun 2013
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Facebook experienced a brief outage yesterday, causing mass hysteria among users who took to Twitter to vent their disbelief.
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Orcon unveils home phone app
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Orcon launches Genius Go, a NZ first app merging home and mobile phones, promising cheaper calls and revolutionising connectivity.
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Apple's iWatch - business or pleasure?
Wed, 19th Jun 2013
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Apple's iWatch leans towards pleasure, says Jeffries analyst, amid speculation of its impact on the tech giant's revenue.
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Android App Review: 4 Pics 1 Word
Mon, 17th Jun 2013
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4 Pics 1 Word, the simple yet addictive puzzle app, might just be your next go-to brain training game, disguised as fun.
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Microsoft Office heads to iPhone…only
Mon, 17th Jun 2013
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Microsoft has released Office Mobile for iPhone, but following months of speculation, there remains no sign of an iPad version.
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Fairfax Magazines to close NZ tech titles
Sun, 16th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
Company resigns the licences, owned by IDG, to publish technology titles Computerworld, Reseller News and PC World.
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Samsung S4 stress test expects the unexpected
Sat, 15th Jun 2013
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In a typical DO NOT TRY THIS AT HOME style video, Samsung shares reliability testing for the Galaxy S4 - just for your own piece of mind.
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iOS App Review: TVNZ On Demand
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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Sometimes searching the internet for TV shows or certain episodes you want to watch can be frustrating and near impossible.
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Is Apple building budget iPhone?
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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This is not the first time, and damn it won't be the last, but rumours reach fever pitch that Apple plans to release a US$99 iPhone in a range of colours.
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Facebook hashtags… #released
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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Jumping on the Twitter bandwagon, social media giant allows users to keep track of trending topics through the introduction of hashtags.
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Five Eyes, Spies and Govt lies…Dotcom speaks
Fri, 14th Jun 2013
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Kim Dotcom expresses concerns over government surveillance and supports Edward Snowden in his latest column for The Guardian.
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Making Sense of Apple's Latest WWDC Keynote: iOS7, Mavericks & More
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Apple unfolds iOS7 design, OS X Mavericks and more at WWDC, promising major overhauls and new features for its loyal following.
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Hands on with Microsoft Surface Pro in NZ
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft's Surface Pro launches in NZ, offering the power of a laptop in a tablet form, complete with Intel i5 Processor and innovative accessories.
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Key: Snowden not welcome in NZ
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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As rumours surface that Edward Snowden may seek refuge in New Zealand, Prime Minister John Key insists the US govt whistleblower is not welcome.
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Will Jobs movie be biggest Apple release of 2013?
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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As WWDC wraps, the Steve Jobs biopic emerges, potentially outshining Apple's tech releases. Will it captivate or divide opinions?.
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Tech giants: 'Let us prove we're innocent'
Thu, 13th Jun 2013
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Microsoft, Google and Facebook call for greater transparency as companies deny any involvement in US government surveillance program.
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Xbox One set for NZ November release
Wed, 12th Jun 2013
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Xbox One set to electrify NZ gamers in November with an all-in-one entertainment system, featuring exclusive launch bundles.