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Technology Gifts stories - Page 67

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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Canalys: Smartphone market remains 'resilient' despite supply chain shortages
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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Although shipments fell 7% in 2020 due to the pandemic, the market has bounced back with shipments expected to grow 12% in 2021.
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Hands-on review: SOUNDBOKS Gen 3 Bluetooth Performance Speaker
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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With an outdoor party speaker sure to get your neighbours calling the cops, SOUNDBOKS turns the volume all the way up to eleven.
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Game review: Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection
Mon, 14th Jun 2021
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digital entertainment
Ninja Gaiden: Master Collection brings the classic action games to modern platforms, offering the same challenging gameplay and improved visuals.
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EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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What if there was a way to extend the lifespan of products before they end up in landfill? Device repairability seems like a logical step.
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5G smartphone market most accelerated mobile technology generation ever
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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5g & beyond
Global 5G smartphone market set for rapid growth in 2021, with more than 500m units expected, driven by falling prices.
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Hands-on review: Xiaomi Mi 11 5G Dual Sim Smartphone
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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Xiaomi's Mi 11 impresses with its quality, curved glass body, and easy-to-use tools, making it a hit with video makers and photographers.
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Apple is finally bringing the HomePod mini to New Zealand
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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Apple quietly announces the arrival of the HomePod mini in New Zealand, a compact smart speaker with 360-degree audio and Siri integration.
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Surge in Android banking malware and RDP attacks - ESET
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
A new report from cybersecurity firm ESET has revealed rapid abuse of trending vulnerabilities and configuration flaws by cyber crooks.
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Game review: The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood (PC)
Thu, 10th Jun 2021
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digital entertainment
Blackwood continues to raise the bar for The Elder Scrolls Online with a great new story and quests, as well as a fantastic location to explore.
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Game review: Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (PS5)
Wed, 9th Jun 2021
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digital entertainment
Rift Apart still a fine addition to the long-running series, and shows off some new cool features that only the PS5 console can deliver.
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Hands-on review: The Oral-B IO Series 9 electric toothbrush - it's pretty smart
Wed, 9th Jun 2021
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gaming
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smart home
Oral-B's IO 9 electric toothbrush is a game changer, providing real-time feedback and analysis of brushing performance.
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iPhones to capture 40% of smartphone market value despite Android device proliferation
Tue, 8th Jun 2021
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Apple iPhones to capture nearly 40% of smartphone market value in 2022, despite Android's global dominance, says Juniper Research.
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Hands-on review: Kingston NV1 NVMe SSD
Fri, 4th Jun 2021
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gaming
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NVMe SSDs, like Kingston's NV1, offer lightning-fast storage in a tiny form factor, making them ideal for budget PC builds.
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The NZ smartphone market reaches new heights due to pandemic
Fri, 4th Jun 2021
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smartphones
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5g & beyond
New Zealand's smartphone market experiences highest annual growth in 7 years, with a 30.1% increase in Q1 2021, according to IDC.
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New Nokia G20 smartphone lands in NZ with exclusive warranty offer
Thu, 3rd Jun 2021
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In a first for Kiwi consumers, the new phone comes with a three-year warranty in addition to a three-day battery life.
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Mobile vendors scramble as handset market transitions to 5G
Wed, 2nd Jun 2021
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The race is on for OEMs to find a level of differentiation in their flagship portfolios to help boost margins and improve market share.
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Samsung introduces Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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samsung
Samsung Electronics has unveiled the latest additions to its tablet portfolio, the Galaxy Tab S7 FE and Galaxy Tab A7 Lite. .
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Interview: Thomas Dexmier- HTC Vive Country Manager ANZ
Tue, 1st Jun 2021
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ar, vr & metaverse
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technology gifts
With the recent announcement of the Vive Pro 2 and Vive Focus VR headset, TechDay’s Darren Price chatted with HTC country manager for ANZ Thomas Dexmier.
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Hands-on review: HTC Vive Pro 2 VR headset
Mon, 31st May 2021
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The HTC Vive Pro 2 targets professional users and gamers alike, offering improved visuals and a robust design.
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Microsoft gains new data management partner Experian
Mon, 31st May 2021
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smartphones
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data analytics
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public cloud
Experian partners with Microsoft to help businesses manage data and make more informed decisions, delivering better outcomes for customers.