Technology Gifts stories - Page 430
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.
Renaissance CEO resigns
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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renaissance
Renaissance CEO Richard Webb resigns to focus on tech incubation, exiting after steering through tough times including the Christchurch quake.
Mario mistreats animals: PETA - Updated
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
Animal rights group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has slammed game character Mario as an animal abuser.
Android set to overtake iOS
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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smartphones
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ios
Google's Android on the brink of surpassing Apple's iOS with 200 million activations, despite malware threats on the rise.
Game review: Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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halo
Halo: Combat Evolved Anniversary enchants with a nostalgic yet polished tribute, proving its timeless appeal despite dated visuals.
Google launches iTunes rival
Fri, 18th Nov 2011
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google
Google unveils Google Music, the much-anticipated iTunes competitor, initially US-only, with over 13 million tracks but missing Warner Music's hits.
Skyrim crushes competition - Updated
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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gaming
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the elder scrolls
Skyrim reigns supreme on Steam and shatters sales records with a staggering 7 million copies sold in its debut weekend, claiming critical acclaim.
Is Apple about to discount the iPad?
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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apple
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ipad
Apple may slash iPad prices amid slow sales and stiff competition, hinting a 'pricing stimulus' ahead of Christmas and iPad 3 buzz.
NZ game industry created 114 new jobs last year: survey
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers
Bucking economic woes, NZ's gaming sector added 114 jobs last year, growing by 46% thanks to the surge in smartphone and online gaming.
MYOB takes first step towards cloud integration
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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smartphones
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fintech
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financial systems
MYOB debuts new cloud-era tools, investing $75m over 3 years to rejuvenate its accounting software, catering to desktop and Mac users.
Subscribe to NetGuide and get a free Gift
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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apple
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techday
Subscribe to NetGuide by Nov 27 for just $59 and receive a FREE Genius Traveller 6000X mouse - the perfect tech gift this Christmas season!.
Nokia to launch Windows 8 tablet
Thu, 17th Nov 2011
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smartphones
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microsoft
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windows
Nokia set to plunge into the tablet market with a Windows 8 device by June, expanding its alliance with Microsoft, says Nokia France chief.
Long-serving Apple director appointed chairman
Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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apple
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technology gifts
Arthur Levinson becomes chairman of Apple, stepping into the role after the loss of founder Steve Jobs. Disney CEO Bob Iger also joins the board.
Game review: Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3
Wed, 16th Nov 2011
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gaming
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activision blizzard
Modern Warfare 3 storms the gaming world, eclipsing rivals with jaw-dropping action and enhanced multiplayer modes, but does it deliver beyond the spectacle?.
Game review: Dance Central 2
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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gaming
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kinect
Previously confined to clunky foot mats or tracking remotes, Kinect's body tracking offered the technology the genre desperately needed to go mainstream.
Apple launches music matching service
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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icloud
Tracks are accessed at 256KBps AAC DRM-free quality, even if the copy in the user's library is of a lower quality.
Search on for Apple retail boss
Tue, 15th Nov 2011
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apple
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resignations
Tim Cook's quest for Apple's new retail head continues, as recruitment firm scrambles to fill Johnson's big shoes amidst global expansion.
Motorola Solutions shaves off wireless broadband products
Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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smartphones
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supply chain
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wireless networks
Motorola trims portfolio, selling its Orthogon and Canopy wireless products to form Cambium Networks, aimed at boosting global broadband connectivity.
Call of Duty trumps Battlefield
Mon, 14th Nov 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
For a third consecutive year, Call of Duty outshines Battlefield, with Modern Warfare 3's record-breaking 6.5 million day-one sales.
Hackers strike Steam
Fri, 11th Nov 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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hackers
Gabe Newell, one of the founders of the game distribution site, says it is as yet unknown whether or not the information has been used.
Off the charts
Fri, 11th Nov 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Uncharted 3 breaks records, selling 3.8 million copies in 24 hours, overshadowing its predecessor and Battlefield 3's week one sales.