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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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Gears of War 3 DLC giveaway
Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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It could be the last taste of additional content for a while, and we've got three download codes to hand over to true Gears fans.
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User survey shows Siri is more than a gimmick
Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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Survey reveals 87% of iPhone 4S owners utilize Siri monthly, challenging the view of it as merely a gimmick, with calls and texts being top uses.
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Glitch stalls Apple stock
Tue, 27th Mar 2012
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A glitch in BATS trading system briefly tanks Apple shares by nearly 10%, halting trades and impacting BATS' own IPO on a chaotic day.
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News: Apple TV UI, a few Apple patents, organising with Subler, and more!
Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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A story has leaked from a former Apple engineer who says the current user interface on the Apple TV is an old design that was previously rejected by Steve Jobs.
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Review: Logitech Illuminated Keyboard
Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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Logitech's Illuminated Keyboard shines with ease in the dark, offering a sleek design and comfortable typing, though its high price may dim its appeal.
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Game Review: SSX
Mon, 26th Mar 2012
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SSX reignites the snowboarding genre with a thrilling mix of challenges, global events, and a touch of social gaming magic.
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News: retina display Macs, Apple's universal remote, lost AppleCare appeal, and more!
Sun, 25th Mar 2012
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A closer look at some image resources in the Mountain Lion beta has revealed double-sized graphics, says Ars Technica.
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Game review: Mass Effect 3
Fri, 23rd Mar 2012
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Despite the controversy over the ending - and plenty of other niggles - Mass Effect 3 still does what Mass Effect games do best: tell a kick-ass story.
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News: Apple's mobile processor shipments, Photoshop CS6 public beta, add to iTunes, and more!
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Apple may outpace Intel in mobile processor shipments this year, Adobe releases Photoshop CS6 public beta for 64-bit Macs, and a nifty iTunes tip emerges.
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iPad 2 claimed over 70% of NZ tablet sales last quarter: IDC
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Apple's iPad 2 dominated New Zealand's Q4 tablet market in 2011, capturing 71% of sales, with Apple poised to launch its new iPad model soon.
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UFB, new iPad set stage for video boom
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Kiwi duo launch Smartpresence, leveraging UFB and new iPad for a videoconferencing revolution, setting sights on environmental and efficiency gains.
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Game review: Unit 13 on PS Vita
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Zipper Interactive's Unit 13 for PS Vita blends arcade fun with tactical shootouts, offering fresh dynamic missions despite AI flaws.
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'We are listening': BioWare co-founder to Mass Effect 3 critics
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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BioWare's co-founder addresses the fan backlash over Mass Effect 3's ending, promising new content to answer player questions.
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Apple pours cold water on iPad heat concerns
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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New device runs almost seven degrees Celsius hotter than its predecessor during active use, but maker says it's still well within limits.
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App of the Week: Genius Scan
Thu, 22nd Mar 2012
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Genius Scan transforms your phone into a powerful scanner, streamlining document digitisation and sharing. Available on iOS and Windows Phone.
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News: patents for Apple Store design, Apple events in the spotlight, apps for Mac users, and more!
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple secures patent for iconic Shanghai Store design, while their events and essential Mac apps continue to captivate tech enthusiasts.
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New iPads to start at $729
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Apple NZ unveils new iPad prices: starting at $729, with higher-spec models up to $1029. iPad 2 prices drop amid heat concerns for new models.
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Guitar game says goodbye to button rock
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Ubisoft's Rocksmith challenges 'button rock' dominance, turning gamers into real guitarists with its groundbreaking approach.
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Special Transformers game on the way for Nintendo
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Activision announces Transformers Prime, a new game based on the CGI TV series, exclusively for Nintendo's Wii, 3DS, and DS platforms.
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Amazon refunds disappointed Mass Effect 3 player
Wed, 21st Mar 2012
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Amazon has issued a refund to a dissatisfied Mass Effect 3 player, as fans' backlash over the game’s ending continues to gain traction.