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Technology Gifts stories - Page 87

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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Hands-on review: 13-inch MacBook Pro - the butterfly keyboard is finally dead
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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With the typing experience improved and the insides bumped up and the Apple ecosystem now better than ever, the MacBook Pro is now an even more reliable tool.
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Worldwide smartphone market sees strong growth in first quarter of 2020
Fri, 19th Jun 2020
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Despite the impact of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, worldwide smartwatch shipments reached 14.3 million units in the first quarter 2020, up 12% year on year.
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Trend Micro Home Network Security - giving frazzled parents everywhere just that much more peace of mind
Thu, 18th Jun 2020
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Trend Micro launches Guardian, an app that enhances parental controls and extends coverage outside the home to protect children's internet access.
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China’s cloud infrastructure services market grows 67% in Q1, despite COVID-19 disruption
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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Despite the disruption caused by COVID-19, cloud infrastructure services spending reached US$3.9 billion for the first quarter of 2020, according to Canalys.
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Game review: The Elder Scrolls Online: Greymoor expansion (PC)
Wed, 17th Jun 2020
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The Elder Scrolls Online evolves with the Greymoor expansion, delving into Skyrim's dark past and adding content for both new and veteran players.
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Hands-on review: LEGO Super Mario
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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The LEGO Super Mario range offers a cute and blocky version of Mario with a wide range of options to choose from. See the full range here.
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Full reveal: LEGO shares a glimpse of the full Super Mario range
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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LEGO and Nintendo have unveiled their new LEGO Super Mario product range, offering interactive gameplay and endless creative possibilities.
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Hands-on review: The Nokia 1.3 mobile phone
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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The Android 10 OS has proved to be a very stable and reliable system, meaning that even if you take a wrong turn, it’s not the end of the world.
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D-Link releases Wi-Fi 6 enabled smart router
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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D-Link ANZ's DIR-X1560 router revolutionises smart homes with its AX1500 Wi-Fi 6 technology for smoother connectivity.
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Game Review: BioShock: The Collection (Switch)
Tue, 16th Jun 2020
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Nintendo Switch owners can now explore the underwater dystopia of Rapture and the sky-high city of Columbia with BioShock: The Collection on Switch.
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Game review: The Last of Us Part II
Mon, 15th Jun 2020
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Naughty Dog is set to release The Last of Us Part II. Can the developer strike lightning once again with the franchise’s second outing?.
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PlayStation 5 hardware and exclusive games revealed
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Sony unveils sleek PlayStation 5 hardware alongside an array of exclusive games including 'Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales' and 'Horizon Forbidden West'.
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Hands-on review: Google Nest Mini 2nd generation smart speaker
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Google's Nest Mini 2nd Gen impresses with sleek design, effortless setup, and versatile Google Assistant features that even tech novices can navigate.
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Android 11 Beta is here - here's what to expect
Fri, 12th Jun 2020
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Google's Android 11 Beta debuts on Pixel phones this week, bringing enhanced communication, privacy features, and seamless smart device control.
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Intel to release new hybrid Core processors
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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Codenamed Lakefield, the Intel Core processors with Hybrid technology provide a full Windows experience for ultra-light devices.
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WatchGuard releases firewall appliances for home and SMBs
Thu, 11th Jun 2020
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The Firebox T Series appliances offer heightened HTTPS throughput, advanced security services, integrated SD-WAN, PoE and more.
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Children gaming less during COVID-19 times, but security is still crucial
Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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Kaspersky's study shows children have paid less attention to computer games in recent months, especially when compared to the period before the pandemic began.
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MSI’s new liquid-cooled gaming motherboard
Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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Includes an EK WB cooling for both the CPU and VRM power delivery section, implemented to prevent thermal throttling.
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Hands-on review: HyperX Cloud Stinger Core Wireless + 7.1 PC headset
Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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The extra edge being able to hear where your opponents are before you can see them can make the difference between a good kill or a respawn.
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Huawei takes out smartphone award, camera and battery life key driver
Tue, 9th Jun 2020
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Huawei has clinched the Canstar 2020 Most Satisfied Customers of Smartphones award in New Zealand, thanks to its exceptional camera quality and battery life.