Technology Gifts stories - Page 394
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.
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.
First come first served for free Vodafone Maori app
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Vodafone celebrates Maori Language Week by offering free downloads of the Hika Maori app to the first 50,000 customers.
Kiwis ignore internet piracy law
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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40% of Kiwis flout internet piracy law, accessing illegal content despite 'three-strikes' rule aimed at curbing copyright infringement.
In-flight iPad takes off with Qantas
Mon, 23rd Jul 2012
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Qantas to equip every seat with free iPads, offering 200 hours of TV and audio, outshining Virgin Australia's in-flight entertainment.
News: Sparrow acquisition, in-app-purchases system exploit, second NC data centre, and more!
Sun, 22nd Jul 2012
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Google snatches up Sparrow amidst in-app purchase exploits and plans second N.C. data center, impacting future app updates and expansion.
Runescape hits user jackpot
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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MMO reaches new levels of popularity with surge of users; population now three times bigger than that of the United Kingdom.
Touchy Treyarch taunts critics
Fri, 20th Jul 2012
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Treyarch stirs controversy by tersely responding to PS3 gamers' complaints about neglect, escalating tensions online.
News: EPEAT again, fixes for 2012 MacBooks, 1024 pixel icons in the MAS, and more!
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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The long and the short of is, Apple pulled all their products from the EPEAT product registry, then put them back after the public outcry.
Trailer: Metro: Last Light
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Dive into the depths with the new Metro: Last Light trailer, promising post-apocalyptic thrills and a storyline that might just outshine Call of Duty.
Steve Jobs barred from US patent trial
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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Judge approves request from Apple to have late CEO’s ‘thermonuclear’ statement discounted in court proceedings.
Apple forced to admit Samsung didn't copy iPad
Thu, 19th Jul 2012
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A UK judge has ordered Apple to post notices on its website and in British newspapers stating Samsung didn't copy the iPad, a blow to Apple's legal battles.
News: iCloud email addresses, Thunderbolt display issues, Skype updated, and more!
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Apple introduces @icloud.com emails, tackles Thunderbolt display issues, and updates Skype in their latest roll-out. More on 9to5Mac.
Bikini bonus for Tekken Tag pre-orders
Wed, 18th Jul 2012
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Namco Bandai Games has announced that Tekken Tag Tournament 2 will feature 150 swimsuit character costumes as pre-order bonus content.
News: 2012 MacBook Air review, Game Center and Chess in Mountain Lion, retina 1Password, and more!
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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2012 MacBook Air impresses in latest review; Mountain Lion updates bring Game Center and revamped Chess; 1Password goes Retina; Ex-Apple exec joins Parallels.
Forgot your Lotto ticket? Just use your mobile
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Never miss a Lotto draw again! MyLotto's mobile site lets you buy tickets and check results on the go, catering to NZ's mobile-first trend.
Gamers respond to NZ Xbox bust-up
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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NZ youth calls cops on dad for taking Xbox over bad grades, sparking widespread gamer debate on parental control and gaming rights.
Apple to offer icloud.com email addresses
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple to launch @icloud.com email addresses with iOS 6, replacing @me.com for iCloud users and signalling expanded service offerings.
Smaller, cheaper iPad coming this year: NYT
Tue, 17th Jul 2012
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Apple preps for tablet wars with a smaller, more affordable iPad, eagerly eyeing Amazon and Google's market share, reveals the NYT.
News: Retina MacBook Pro and EPEAT, Mountain Lion launch date, North Carolina data center, and more!
Mon, 16th Jul 2012
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Apple's MacBook Pro with Retina may lose its EPEAT gold amid a possible review, ahead of the anticipated Mountain Lion launch on July 25.
News: Apple's EPEAT turnaround, dictation and speech in Mountain Lion, and more!
Sun, 15th Jul 2012
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Apple reverses course, rejoins EPEAT registry, amid wider updates on Mountain Lion's speech features and privacy enhancements.
Trailer: Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn
Fri, 13th Jul 2012
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Comic-Con attendees get first look at Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn digital series, setting the stage for Halo 4’s release.