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Technology Gifts stories - Page 399

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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Hefty price tags in Diablo III auction house
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Diablo III's auction house shocker: gear costing up to $3150 leaves gamers reeling over Blizzard's real-money trading system.
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Android to lose ground in tablets: IDC
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Apple dominance expected to increase on market appeal of third-gen iPad; what could Microsoft bring to the table?.
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What’s Microsoft got planned for Monday?
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Microsoft teases a 'major announcement' for LA event on Monday, sparking speculation on focus on Windows RT and ARM devices.
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Toshiba excited about jumbo tablet - Updated
Fri, 15th Jun 2012
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Toshiba unveils jumbo 13.3-inch tablet in its new Excite range, offering a larger choice for users seeking more screen real estate.
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News: new Mac benchmarks, Growl and Notification Center, 17-inch MacBook Pro discontinued, and more!
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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A series of benchmarks has surfaced which appear to include a previously unseen iMac model, according to MacRumors.
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Mass Effect 3 fans denied vengeance
Thu, 14th Jun 2012
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UK watchdog rules publishers didn't breach advertising standards in claim that players' decisions would shape game's ending.
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News: new MacBook Pro analysis, iFixit tears down the new MacBooks, new AirPort Express, and more!
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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The MacBook Pro with Retina display has been given to the masses, and that means that analysts like Anand from Anandtech can now get to work.
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Apple to ditch Ping
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Apple's social network, Ping, is set to be axed in the next update of iTunes as it has failed to resonate with consumers.
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Cheaters won’t prosper in Max Payne 3
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Rockstar introduces a 'Cheater's Pool' in Max Payne 3, quarantining rather than banning cheaters, in a lenient take on online fairness.
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Trailer: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast have released a new trailer for the Magic: The Gathering: Duels of the Planeswalkers 2013.
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Porn industry to cash in on tablets: analyst
Wed, 13th Jun 2012
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Juniper Research predicts the porn industry will see a five-fold revenue increase from tablets by 2027, capturing a third of all adult content spending.
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News: Apple Design Awards, Aperture and iPhoto unified libraries, MagSafe 2, and more!
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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In the afternoon following the main WWDC Keynote, Apple announced the winners of the prestigious Apple Design Awards.
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Konami to shut down Metal Gear Online tonight
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Konami bids farewell to Metal Gear Online at 23:59 JST, drawing a close to a cherished chapter in Metal Gear Solid 4's legacy.
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Apple announces MacBook Pro with Retina Display
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple unveils a 15-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display, promising unparalleled clarity. Expect a hefty price for high-res luxury.
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OS X Mountain Lion coming in July
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple announces OS X Mountain Lion for July, with new features such as Messages app and Power Nap, enhancing integration with iCloud.
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What's new in iOS 6?
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Apple unveils iOS 6 at WWDC in San Francisco, featuring Facebook integration, Siri updates for iPad, and a new Maps app.
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Three tips for smartphone security
Tue, 12th Jun 2012
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Cyber Security Awareness Week highlights smartphone safety: David Hall from Symantec advises on strong passwords, wipe functions, and remote wipe commands.
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News: new MacBook Pro with Retina display, new MacBook Air, Mountain Lion, and more!
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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One of the biggest points from this year's WWDC 2012 Keynote was the announcement of an entirely next-generation MacBook Pro with Retina display.
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No iOS 6 for original iPad: rumour
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Latest mobile operating system expected to debut in beta tonight, but evidence suggests early device may not be supported.
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Woosh doubles data caps
Mon, 11th Jun 2012
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Woosh and Vodafone ramp up broadband wars, doubling data caps for users, with bonuses like free calls and unlimited site access.