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Technology Gifts stories - Page 498

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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Apple wants to own the P word
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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A legal row over the word ‘pod’ has erupted after start-up company Sector Labs called its in-development projector the Video Pod.
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Trailer for final Alan Wake DLC released
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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Remedy unveils trailer for The Writer, Alan Wake's conclusive DLC, amid sales struggle. Available October 12th on Xbox LIVE.
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RIM unveils BlackBerry 'PlayBook' - video
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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RIM debuts the BlackBerry PlayBook, a tablet promising true multitasking, high-performance multimedia, and robust security features.
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Windows Phone 7 tethering not supported
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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Amidst mock funerals for rivals, Microsoft admits its new Windows Phone 7 won't offer tethering, unlike Apple, BlackBerry, and Android.
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Sidhe unveils Blood Drive trailer
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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Sidhe's Blood Drive blazes into the spotlight with a brain-chilling trailer, melding vehicular chaos and zombies for Nov Xbox 360/PS3 launch.
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Apple updates iTunes, enhances Ping
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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Apple revamps iTunes with Ping updates and critical bug fixes to enhance music sharing and resolve playback issues.
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Medal of Honor PC specs released
Tue, 28th Sep 2010
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EA unveils Medal of Honor PC requirements: Get set for Oct 14th release, saluting modern-day Afghanistan setting for the first time.
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GeoOP: Mobile workforce management SaaS
Mon, 27th Sep 2010
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GeoOP revolutionises mobile workforce management with its SaaS platform, streamlining job dispatch, scheduling, and invoicing for diverse industries.
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London Tube
Sat, 25th Sep 2010
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Discover London with the ultimate travel companion. London Tube is your go-to app for navigating the city's subway system and more.
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Mobile Maps UK & Ireland
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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Sygic Mobile Maps revolutionises UK and Ireland navigation on iPhones with offline maps, voice guidance, and safety features like speed camera alerts.
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Cisco launches secure iPhone app
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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Cisco's AnyConnect app now available on App Store, offering secure network connectivity for mobile employees on Apple iOS 4.1 devices.
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Revealed: Tech's top earners
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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Forbes unveils tech tycoons' fortunes: Gates leads at $54bn, Zuckerberg tops Jobs, and charity moves are highlighted.
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Major Nelson bungles Xbox LIVE activity figures
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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Larry 'Major Nelson' Hryb admits bungling Xbox LIVE stats, revealing Halo: Reach actually outplayed Halo 3 in its launch week, but lost to Modern Warfare 2.
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LittleBigPlanet 2 slips to 2011
Fri, 24th Sep 2010
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The sequel to Sony's overwhelmingly popular platformer will miss out on its original Christmas release window and instead launch early next year.
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Apple approves VLC player for iPad
Thu, 23rd Sep 2010
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Apple gives the green light to VLC player for the iPad, enabling users to experience a vast range of multimedia content hassle-free.
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RIM to unveil BlackPad tablet - Updated
Thu, 23rd Sep 2010
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Research In Motion is tipped to announce a new tablet device at its developers' conference next week in the US.
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FileMaker Go updated 'significantly'
Thu, 23rd Sep 2010
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FileMaker Go's latest update revolutionises database management on iPhone and iPad, adding PDF creation, database sharing, and photo insertion.
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Dragon Dictate 2.0 out now
Thu, 23rd Sep 2010
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Nuance launches Dragon Dictate 2.0 for Mac, enhancing voice control and document creation with improved accuracy and new features.
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Weta making two Halo Mongooses
Wed, 22nd Sep 2010
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Weta Workshop crafts two Halo-inspired ATVs for US Mountain Dew promo, with one set to be a prize. Exclusive to US residents.
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Dissidia 012[duodecim] Final Fantasy NZ release confirmed
Wed, 22nd Sep 2010
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Dissidia 012[duodecim] Final Fantasy set to enchant NZ gamers in 2011, bringing new characters, modes, and thrills exclusively to PSP.