Technology Gifts stories - Page 415
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.

Review: Motorola Defy
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Motorola Defy impresses with water and dust resistance, perfect for the active smartphone user. Odd design and fiddly port covers, but big on durability.

Samsung kicks off olympic tour
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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It’s a mere few months until the 2012 Olympics kick off in London, and Samsung is keen to start drumming up support for New Zealand’s athletes.

How to setup a podcast
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Paul Spain, host of the NZ Tech Podcast, covers what’s involved with producing and launching a successful podcast.

Star Wars: The Old Republic
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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personal computing devices
In 2003, veteran RPG studio Bioware took a massive gamble with a twist on one of the most iconic Sci-Fi IP’s in existence – Star Wars.

Apple bombs Google with iPad event invite
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Apple throws a spanner in Google's works, overshadowing it at MWC Barcelona with a tantalising invite for its upcoming iPad reveal.

Brancott estate releases world’s most curious bottle
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Brancott Estate introduces the 'World's Most Curious Bottle' app, blending wine education with entertainment, marking a first in the NZ wine scene.

Moving Video Communications Beyond the Boardroom
Thu, 1st Mar 2012
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Combined with the improvements in technology, widespread video collaboration is becoming a realistic solution for enhancing business communications.

News: Apple's March 7 event, Twitter over Facebook, Journey on the Mac, and more!
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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Apple gears up for its iPad 3 reveal in San Francisco, opts for Twitter over Facebook, and the unofficial Path app, Journey, lands on Mac.

Check out the new white Xbox bundle
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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Microsoft launches a new white Xbox bundle, including Kinect and two family games, aiming to captivate families and gamers alike.

Retro fan produces new game for SNES
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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After 15 years, a thrilling new game, Nightmare Busters, is set to revive the SNES, enticing retro gaming fans to pre-order now.

Game review: Grand Slam Tennis 2
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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Grand Slam Tennis 2 serves an ace with its all-star roster and diverse modes, despite some gameplay and commentary hiccups.

App of the Week: Corporate Cabs
Wed, 29th Feb 2012
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Hate booking taxis over the phone? Sick of waiting half an hour or more for them to arrive? This is the app for you.

News: Apple's cash hoard, Developer ID signups, cannibalising OS X, and more!
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Apple flaunts its nearly $100 billion treasure, delves into Developer ID amid Mountain Lion hype, and shrugs off OS X being overshadowed.

Nokia to offer non-LTE Lumia 900
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Nokia has announced plans to release a toned-down version of its Lumia 900 for countries where the advanced LTE network technology is yet to be introduced.

Game review: Asura's Wrath
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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CyberConnect2's Asura's Wrath breaks the mould with an interactive anime experience, blending intense action with storytelling.

Apple to pull Siri-like 'Evi': report
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Apple faces backlash for planning to axe Evi, a voice app akin to Siri, raising concerns over stifling competition.

300m Android devices activated: Google
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Google's Android platform has hit 300 million activations, with 850,000 new devices activated daily, celebrating at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.

Adobe intro's Photoshop Touch for iPad
Tue, 28th Feb 2012
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Adobe premieres Photoshop Touch for iPad at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, promising revolutionary touch-up and editing capabilities.

News: Intel delays new chips, the missing feature in Mountain Lion, iCloud Harmony, and more!
Mon, 27th Feb 2012
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Intel has announced it may be delaying the new round of chips due out any day now, which means we'll also see a delay in the next release of Macs.

How to take your business mobile
Mon, 27th Feb 2012
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Filemaker's free tutorials across New Zealand aim to boost business mobility, covering effective use of devices and apps.