Technology Gifts stories - Page 409
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.
Analyst advises against buying Apple
Tue, 10th Apr 2012
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An analyst at BITG Research has downgraded Apple's stock to 'neutral,' citing telecoms' reluctance to continue heavy iPhone subsidies.
Mass Effect fans respond to Extended Cut announcement
Tue, 10th Apr 2012
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BioWare announces Extended Cut DLC for Mass Effect 3, stirring mixed fan reactions over the balance between artistic integrity and player demands.
Facebook to pay US$1bn for Instagram
Tue, 10th Apr 2012
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Facebook has acquired Instagram for USD $1 billion, with CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasising learning from the app's success rather than fully integrating it.
News: Flashback trojan explained, The Witcher for Mac, Bartending, and more!
Mon, 9th Apr 2012
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Macworld has a great article that contains all the info you need to know about Flashback, the Mac trojan that has been getting some press lately.
News: iPanel rumours, LaCie Hub now shipping, Camera RAW update, and more!
Sun, 8th Apr 2012
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Apple eyes the living room with iPanel, LaCie Hub ships for Macs, and Camera RAW update adds Canon 5D Mk III support.
News: MacBook surround sound, manual disinfection of Flashback, iAd Producer 2.1, and more!
Thu, 5th Apr 2012
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Apple explores MacBook surround sound, fights Flashback trojan, updates iAd Producer, and preps for Q2 earnings reveal.
Consumers vote EA 'worst company in America'
Thu, 5th Apr 2012
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EA crowned 'Worst Company in America' in public vote, edging out Bank of America with 64% out of 250,000 votes for lack of customer respect.
RIM appoints new ANZ managing director
Thu, 5th Apr 2012
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Research In Motion has named Ray Gillenwater as its new managing director for Australia and New Zealand, succeeding Adele Beachley.
News: FileMaker Pro 12, Apple and iCloud security, syncing iCloud to Dropbox, and more!
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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FileMaker Pro 12 launches with iOS support and enhanced design features, amid concerns over iCloud's security and decryption practices by Apple.
$2m insurance payout for Renaissance
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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Renaissance, a Kiwi IT firm, receives over $2m insurance for quake losses, aiding their 'stretched' balance sheet.
Games would be better if consoles were the same: developer
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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Ubisoft MD says uniform consoles could revolutionize game development, making them more fun and feature-rich for players.
Yoobee campus stores to close - Updated
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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renaissance
Renaissance confirms the closure of its Yoobee campus stores, leaving staff redundant and students without a dedicated tech outlet at three major universities.
Instagram comes to Android
Wed, 4th Apr 2012
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Instagram launches on Android, bringing its retro photo charm to millions more, despite missing features. Over 430,000 were on the waitlist.
News: anti-glare iMac glass, Mac Flashback trojan, MacBook Air SuperDrive with any Mac, and more!
Tue, 3rd Apr 2012
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Apple may ditch US glass supplier for Taiwanese tech, as anti-glare iMac rumours swirl. Meanwhile, a Mac trojan exploits Java flaw.
Xbox 720 due Christmas 2013: rumour
Tue, 3rd Apr 2012
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Excitement builds as rumours hint the Xbox 720 with Blu-ray and Kinect may launch Christmas 2013, amidst mixed analyst views.
Now it's Nokia's turn to target Apple in ads
Tue, 3rd Apr 2012
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Nokia takes a cheeky jab at Apple with a viral campaign, insinuating smartphones have been 'in beta' for years.
News: Lion OS install base, Ashton Kutcher to play Steve Jobs, Lenovo's laptops, and more!
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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An online data analytics company is reporting that Mac OS X Lion has a 30 percent share in terms of the Mac install base.
Ashton Kutcher cast in indie Steve Jobs biopic: report
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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Ashton Kutcher lands role as young Steve Jobs in indie biopic, aiming to depict Apple founder's early ventures, separate from Sony's project.
Game review: Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City disappoints, straying far from its roots with poor AI and unsatisfying gameplay.
Girls Around Me app 'like looking in the window': developer
Mon, 2nd Apr 2012
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Girls Around Me app withdrawn from iTunes, spotlighting hazards of weak Facebook privacy, following a Cult Of Mac exposé.