Technology Gifts stories - Page 86
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.
Game review: Borderlands Legendary Collection on Nintendo Switch
Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Borderlands Legendary Collection on the Nintendo Switch impresses with its style, gameplay, and customisable weapons, earning a solid 7/10 rating.
Hands-on review: Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless
Thu, 2nd Jul 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless headphones, priced at USD $220, offer exceptional music quality and a 30-hour battery life, albeit with lacklustre call sound.
PNY launches high-performance XLR8 Gaming RGB Memory
Wed, 1st Jul 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
PNY launches its XLR8 Gaming RGB DDR4 memory in Australia and New Zealand, targeting PC enthusiasts with high-performance, customisable RGB lighting modules.
Hands-on review: Ultimate Ears Hyperboom - it’s all about that bass
Tue, 30th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
If life for you is a party just waiting to happen, you will find the Ultimate Ears Hyperboom an indispensable piece of kit.
Kiwi game developers move forward with indigenous gaming platform Katuku Island
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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māori
Kiwi game developers are revolutionising indigenous education with Katuku Island, a survival game rooted in Maori culture, aiming to bridge educational gaps.
1.75 billion mobile users to adopt mobile POS payments by 2024
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
By 2024, 1.75 billion mobile users will adopt mobile POS payments, capturing over 23% of the global population, says Buyshares.co.uk.
Almost 40% of the Earth's population will be gamers by 2023
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mobile gaming
Gaming industry to reach $200bn worldwide by 2023, with 38% of the global population being gamers, according to Newzoo. Mobile gaming dominates.
Panasonic announces new rugged Android tablet
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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panasonic
Panasonic adds Toughbook A3 to its Android line-up, a fully-rugged 10.1 inch tablet with nine-hour battery life. Available in Australia from August.
Hands-on review: Corsair Dark Core RGB Pro wireless mouse
Mon, 29th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Corsair's Dark Core RGB Pro wireless mouse impresses with versatile connectivity, customisable colours, and a super-responsive 18,000 DPI sensor.
Game review: 51 Worldwide Games for Nintendo Switch
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
There are tabletop games, card games, virtual sport games and more - a combination of which led me down a games rabbit-hole lasting entire weekends.
The Outer Worlds (Switch): A great game but a terrible port
Fri, 26th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Outer Worlds makes its way to the Nintendo Switch, but does it live up to the original game's charm? A journalist shares their thoughts.
Hands-on review: Twelve South HiRise Wireless
Thu, 25th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The HiRise wireless charging stand is both elegant and useful. It is a two in one that would be a great addition to any desk or nightstand.
Hands-on review: Elgato Stream Deck
Wed, 24th Jun 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
It is designed to give streamers and content creators instant access to their software in order to aid the production of professional videos and broadcasts.
It's about time! Crash Bandicoot is back and looking better than ever
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
Everyone's favourite orange bandicoot, Crash Bandicoot, is back after 24 years in a new platformer game called Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time.
Apple's new watchOS 7 features handwashing detection, new watch faces
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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software updates
At WWDC, Apple reveals watchOS 7 with handwashing detection, sleep tracking, and customisable watch faces, aiming to enhance health and wellness.
Apple unveils iPadOS 14, with redesigns for Siri, Search, widgets and more
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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personal computing devices
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software updates
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apple
Apple unveils new features, designs, and tools for iPadOS 14, including redesigned Search, Siri interactions, and incoming calls.
Apple previews iOS 14 at WWDC
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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smartphones
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gaming
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martech
Apple’s worldwide sneak preview of the new iOS 14 app may not have a fancy name like its macOS ‘Big Sur’ counterpart, but there is still plenty on offer.
Apple teases new macOS Big Sur & goes all-in on silicon SoC
Tue, 23rd Jun 2020
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personal computing devices
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apple
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operating systems
Apple unveils macOS Big Sur and a bold shift to its custom-designed silicon SoC, promising enhanced performance and new developer opportunities.
54% rise in gaming-related cyber attacks recorded in April
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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malware
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gaming
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ransomware
Cyber attacks on gaming platforms surged by 54% in April, as lockdowns boosted player numbers, with Minecraft being the most targeted game.
Common misconceptions about smart homes and biometrics
Mon, 22nd Jun 2020
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biometrics
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smart home
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cybersecurity
The real cause of most attacks is not biometrics itself, but the storage of biometrics data in a centralised database.