Technology Gifts stories - Page 450
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.
Nintendo DSi and DSi XL price drop
Fri, 24th Jun 2011
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nintendo
Nintendo has announced that game consoles on sale will be reduced by over $50. The substantial savings starting next week.
Apple wins touch-screen patent
Fri, 24th Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's triumph in securing a pivotal iPhone touch-screen patent may set the stage for intense legal skirmishes with rival tech giants.
Kiwi payment gateway launches iPhone App
Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apps
Flo2Cash unveils New Zealand's first smartphone payment app, offering merchants a cost-effective, secure way to process credit card payments.
'Trusted malware' on the rise: AVG
Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Hackers exploit 'trusted malware' to breach data, with AVG reporting a sharp increase in digitally signed malware attacks in 2011.
BitDefender adds cloud security service
Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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bitdefender
BitDefender boosts Android safety with a new cloud service, alerting users to malicious or fraudulent sites before access. Free download available.
More free online gaming coming
Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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lego
Lego Universe and City of Heroes embrace free-to-play model, offering gamers a low-cost entry amidst economic concerns.
Exclusive interview with Magic: The Gathering developer
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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the gathering
As gamers eagerly immerse themselves in Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012, TechDay is fortunate to speak with Wizards of the Coast's Worth Wollpert.
Eve Online: Incarna 1.0 now live
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
Eve Online embarks on a new era with Incarna 1.0, letting players explore beyond their spacecraft for the first time.
LA Noire employees demand credit
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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rockstar
Team Bondi, behind the hit LA Noire, faces backlash as former Sydney staff demand credit for their work amidst allegations of harsh conditions.
Updated video editing app from Apple
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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macos
Apple's Final Cut Pro X revamps video editing: Magnetic Timeline, content auto-analysis, and seamless background rendering at NZ$399.99.
150 million users for Apple's iCloud
Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple's iCloud set to revolutionise with 150 million users, following a surge in interest for its free and premium services, reveals RBC Capital survey.
Startling security lapse at Dropbox
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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dropbox
Dropbox confesses to a severe security lapse, leaving users' data unprotected for hours due to a bug in their system.
Tablet growth 'staggering': report
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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ipad
Tablet sales set to soar to 215 million by 2025, with Apple's iPad leading the charge, defying predictions of PC market cannibalisation.
Cool CPUs expected to drive new slim Macs
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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personal computing devices
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apple
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intel
Intel's new ultra-efficient Sandy Bridge chips could power slimmer MacBook Airs, boosting performance while cutting heat and battery use.
New PS3 for Japan
Tue, 21st Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony Japan unveils the new PS3 with a 320GB HDD, reduced power use, and subtle design tweaks, but prices remain unchanged.
Sega online network compromised
Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sega
1.3 million users of Sega Pass gaming network hit by hackers, with names, birth dates, email addresses and passwords accessed.
Blackberry maker shares plummet
Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Decline hits Blackberry's parent, RIM, as shares fall to a 5-year low, reflecting intense competition from iPhone and Android devices.
Concern over mobile loan service
Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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smartphones
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loan platfom
New mobile loan service in New Zealand faces criticism for its exorbitant interest rates and opaque terms, sparking consumer advocate concerns.
E3 Nintendo Round-up
Mon, 20th Jun 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nintendo
At E3, Nintendo wowed with the Zelda orchestration, pledged depth with the Wii U, and aimed to please both hardcore and casual gamers.
BlackBerry re-signs only NZ hosting partner
Sun, 19th Jun 2011
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smartphones
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uc
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onenet
BlackBerry renews its exclusive NZ partnership with OneNet, ensuring its unique enterprise security services remain unrivalled.