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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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Could voice actors become gaming's star attractions?
Mon, 21st May 2012
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Nolan North, gaming's George Clooney, predicts voice actors could become key selling points for video games, mirroring film industry trends.
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News: retina MacBook costs, Apple confirms sandboxing deadline, OWC Accelsior SSD review, and more!
Sun, 20th May 2012
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It's estimated that the current LCD panel in any model MacBook currently costs Apple around US $68 per machine.
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Impressions: Ghost Recon: Future Soldier
Fri, 18th May 2012
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Much has been made of the near-future tech on display in this, the franchise's fourth official instalment; so how does it stack up?.
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Tanks take to tables in latest Vita release
Fri, 18th May 2012
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Revolutionise your tabletop with PS Vita's latest AR game, making tanks battle in your living room. Available May 22, prices at $3.90.
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News: hardware-specific features, Sparrow update, Mountain Lion update, and more!
Thu, 17th May 2012
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Apple to unveil hardware-specific features; Sparrow and Mountain Lion get updates, hinting at an exciting future for Apple users.
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China to overtake Japan in IT spend next year: IDC
Thu, 17th May 2012
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China is poised to surpass Japan as the leading spender in IT within the Asia-Pacific, with an expected $173 billion outlay next year.
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WSJ, Reuters signal 4 inch iPhone screen
Thu, 17th May 2012
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Reuters and WSJ report Apple may boost its next iPhone screen size to 4 inches, marking its first change since 2007 amid rising competition.
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Facebook launches 'pages manager' for iPhone
Thu, 17th May 2012
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New app helps businesses and organisations with heavy traffic or multiple pages keep on top of their presence on the social network.
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More Halo 4 details revealed
Thu, 17th May 2012
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Developers 343 Industries offer up more info about the new Halo game, including multiplayer and Limited Edition details.
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News: more retina display Macs, five antivirus apps, the end of Perian, and more!
Wed, 16th May 2012
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Apple eyes retina displays for iMac and MacBook Air amidst rising security concerns, as the iconic Perian codec faces its end.
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NEC touts projection interaction tech
Wed, 16th May 2012
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NEC unveils its groundbreaking 'Ambient Interface' tech, using motion-sensing cameras and projectors to enhance gesture control, debuted at MWC.
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'The Social Network' writer to pen Steve Jobs biopic
Wed, 16th May 2012
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Aaron Sorkin, acclaimed for 'The Social Network', is set to write Sony's biopic of Apple visionary Steve Jobs, based on Walter Isaacson's biography.
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Diablo III launch problems prompt Twitter, meme frenzy
Wed, 16th May 2012
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Diablo III's launch woes cause a Twitter storm and meme frenzy as players struggle to defeat the toughest boss yet: the login screen. #Error37.
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News: Kaspersky's Mac security analysis, pending iCloud upgrade, return of the Nvidia GPU, and more!
Tue, 15th May 2012
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Kaspersky tackles Mac security independently, amid iCloud upgrades and the anticipated return of Nvidia GPUs in MacBook Pros.
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Blizzard goes to hell & back for Australian Diablo III fans
Tue, 15th May 2012
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Blizzard heroically steps in to save Australian Diablo III fans left stranded by a retailer's collapse, offering full credit for digital purchases.
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Diablo III console version neither confirmed nor denied
Tue, 15th May 2012
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Blizzard's hints at a Diablo III console version leave fans in limbo, neither confirming nor denying its development, says Jay Wilson.
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Money in mobility for versatile VARs
Tue, 15th May 2012
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Symantec's mobility survey highlights vast opportunities for New Zealand resellers, with 35% of businesses already implementing custom mobile apps.
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Apple fixes Siri's Lumia 900 recommendation
Tue, 15th May 2012
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Apple patches Siri to halt Nokia Lumia 900 recommendations after an unintended endorsement due to glowing reviews on Wolfram Alpha.
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News: revamped 15-inch MacBook Pro, Apple television rumours, iCloud beta, and more!
Mon, 14th May 2012
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Apple updates 15-inch MacBook Pro with retina display and no optical drive, hints at new TV, launches iCloud beta, and more.
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LinkedIn, Apple top tech growth list
Mon, 14th May 2012
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LinkedIn and Apple lead Forbes' list of America's 25 fastest-growing tech firms, showcasing remarkable revenue growth.