Technology Gifts stories - Page 456
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.
Activision: Next COD to feature unprecedented online universe
Tue, 10th May 2011
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activision blizzard
This year's inevitable Call of Duty offering will 'set a new standard in the franchise' according to Activision's CEO.
Diablo III beta due 'Q3' this year
Tue, 10th May 2011
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activision blizzard
The official announcement of a Diablo III beta later in the year adds fuel to rumours that the full game won't see the light of day this year.
Review: Operation Flashpoint: Red River
Tue, 10th May 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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codemasters
Operation Flashpoint: Red River embarks on a new direction, promising more accessible warfare without sacrificing realism.
Review: Virtua Tennis 4
Tue, 10th May 2011
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gaming
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sega
Virtua Tennis 4 outshines Top Spin with its engaging atmosphere and dynamic gameplay, making tennis more exhilarating than ever.
Full PSN restoration planned by month's end
Tue, 10th May 2011
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sony
It could be more than two weeks before the PlayStation Network is back up and running as you know it, says Sony.
Workers allege mistreatment at iPad factories
Mon, 9th May 2011
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Working conditions at two Chinese iPad manufacturing plants don't seem to have improved, despite media attention after a swathe of suicides last year.
Review: Section 8: Prejudice
Mon, 9th May 2011
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digital entertainment
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reviews
Section 8: Prejudice triumphs as a value-packed, downloadable FPS, blending thrilling multiplayer with a robust campaign.
Google shares search visualization tool
Mon, 9th May 2011
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gaming
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martech
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digital entertainment
Google unveils Search Globe, a tool to map global searches in vibrant colours, highlighting digital divides. Open-source future beckons.
iGEA auctioning games for Christchurch relief effort
Mon, 9th May 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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trade me
iGEA hosts a massive gaming auction on Trade Me to support Christchurch quake relief, offering top titles for gamers to bid on.
Connector Systems partner update
Fri, 6th May 2011
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smartphones
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wireless networks
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cloud services
Roy Wittert, the Motorola ANZ sales lead for wireless network solutions, will present a Motorola training session on 25 May.
Sony US CEO addresses PSN outage
Fri, 6th May 2011
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digital entertainment
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sony
The CEO of Sony USA apologises for the PSN security breach and assures PlayStation gamers that their online drought is about to end.
IGN and 1UP merger official
Fri, 6th May 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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m&a
IGN and 1UP, two giants of gaming media, officially join forces under the UGO banner, promising a transformative future for online gaming journalism.
More news from BlackBerry World
Fri, 6th May 2011
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smartphones
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blackberry
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technology gifts
BlackBerry World reveals PlayBook's native email and Android app player, expanding its arsenal against iPad amidst Microsoft/RIM buzz.
Pilot a gaming drone with an iPhone app
Fri, 6th May 2011
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Control drones with your iPhone! Parrot's AR.Drone brings aerial battles to life via app connectivity. Ideal for tech enthusiasts, not gamers.
EA: Battlefield 3 'flat-out superior' to COD
Thu, 5th May 2011
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
EA touts Battlefield 3 as flat-out superior to COD, with pre-orders soaring 700% over its predecessor. The firm eyes significant FPS market share.
Mass Effect 3 delayed into 2012
Thu, 5th May 2011
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gaming
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mass effect
EA and BioWare delay Mass Effect 3 to Q1 2012, aiming to enhance its appeal for a broader audience, sparking potential fan concern.
More Rock Band coming - just not on disc
Thu, 5th May 2011
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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harmonix
Harmonix VP contends that the Rock Band 3 infrastructure should see the franchise through for the foreseeable future.
Review: Portal 2 (single player)
Thu, 5th May 2011
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gaming
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personal computing devices
Valve demonstrates how the difficult follow-up to one of this generation's most novel and innovative games should be done.
BlackBerry, Microsoft partner to challenge Google
Thu, 5th May 2011
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blackberry
BlackBerry and Microsoft forge alliance to shake up mobile search market, making Bing the default engine on BlackBerry devices.
Closed doors for Yoobee in New Plymouth
Wed, 4th May 2011
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apple
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yoobee
Yoobee (formerly Magnum Mac) closed up shop at its New Plymouth store recently, as a result of location-based re-evaluation according to CEO Webb.