Technology Gifts stories - Page 398
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.
Samsung investigating Galaxy S III heat issue
Sat, 23rd Jun 2012
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digital entertainment
Samsung is probing an incident where a Galaxy S III allegedly ignited while in a car mount in Ireland, raising safety concerns among users.
Metal Gear creator confirms Metal Gear Solid 5
Fri, 22nd Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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metal gear solid
Hideo Kojima announces Metal Gear Solid 5, promising a game rich in narrative, with new conversation trees, and more espionage action.
Watch two gamers defeat Diablo III on 'Hardcore Inferno' mode
Fri, 22nd Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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diablo
Kripp and Krippi defy odds, beating Diablo III's toughest level on Hardcore Inferno mode, live in front of 45,000 viewers.
News: new MacBook Air review, MagSafe to MagSafe 2 adapter, 10.7.5 seeded, and more!
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
The MacBook Air, along with the MacBook Pro, was updated at WWDC last week to include faster processors than its predecessor.
FileMaker brings Mac functionality to Bento for iPad
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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apm
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low-code
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software development
Bento for iPad gets a major boost, mirroring Mac's Bento 4 features, allowing users to create personalised productivity apps.
Renaissance to sell distie business to Exeed
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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renaissance
NZ's Renaissance agrees to sell its IT distie division to Exeed, reshaping its business and focusing on Yoobee brands.
Yuke’s acquires license for lingerie football video game
Thu, 21st Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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yuke's
Yuke's to create a video game for the Lingerie Football League, in a move that blurs lines between sports and entertainment.
What UFB means for gamers: Match made in Heaven
Wed, 20th Jun 2012
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
UFB's arrival spells a gaming revolution, promising smoother gameplay and enhanced performance, changing the face of gaming in New Zealand.
UFB rollout – The process
Wed, 20th Jun 2012
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gaming
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uc
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digital entertainment
New Zealand's UFB rollout simplifies connectivity, promising vast improvements for homes, schools, and businesses, boosting the national economy.
ASB Bank set to launch payments via Facebook
Wed, 20th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
ASB Bank innovates with Facebook payments for Kiwis, allowing users to send money to contacts sans bank details, starting mid-July.
News: inside the Retina display, Apple and Liquidmetal, Thunderbolt Ethernet adaptor, and more!
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
iFixit uncovers the engineering prowess behind Apple's Retina display, revealing a marvel marred only by repair challenges.
World of Tanks donates US$20k to RSA
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
World of Tanks donates £15k to RSA, echoing the unity between gaming and real-world military support, following an ANZAC Day fundraiser.
Original actors sign on for new Transformers game
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
'80s Transformers voice legends Cullen and Berger join new game, aiming to spark nostalgia among 20-30s. A tale of Cybertron's saga awaits.
Microsoft arrives in tablet market with ‘Surface’
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Just over two years after Apple created the tablet market with the first iPad, Microsoft has announced its competing product, dubbed the Microsoft Surface.
Mozilla’s bid to make the best iPad browser
Tue, 19th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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yahoo
Mozilla unveils 'Junior', an iPad browser aiming to outshine Safari with full-screen browsing and thumb-friendly navigation.
News: Apple and domain names, improved iWork file sharing, repairability of Mac laptops, and more!
Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Ever since ICANN introduced the expansion of the domain name system adding new suffixes, we've seen quite a few companies apply for custom domain name suffixes.
Working Apple 1 motherboard sells for US$375k
Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple 1
A rare Apple 1 motherboard, one of only six still functioning, fetches nearly double its estimate at US$375k at auction.
Microsoft's Xbox 720 leak
Mon, 18th Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Leaked Xbox 720 details reveal a powerhouse console with Blu-ray, HD Kinect, and cloud gaming, aiming for a $299 launch price.
News: 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro rumours, getting ready for Mountain Lion, Chrome updates, and more!
Sun, 17th Jun 2012
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personal computing devices
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apple
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nzmac
Rumours swirl about a 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro, set for an October unveil, amid Chrome's update for retina displays and a historic Apple I sale.
How to get yourself a free trial of Quickflix
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
With hundreds of movies on offer, you'd be crazy not to sign up and try out the service for a week at no charge.