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Technology Gifts stories - Page 90

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: D-Link COVR 2202 - Mesh your home network
Wed, 6th May 2020
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D-Link's COVR mesh Wi-Fi system provides seamless coverage and protection, making it ideal for busy home networks.
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IDC: No recovery in sight for semiconductor market
Tue, 5th May 2020
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The semiconductor market, battered by trade disputes and COVID-19, sees no recovery in sight. IDC predicts a 4.2% decline in 2020 revenue.
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Apple launches new 13-inch MacBook Pro with Magic Keyboard
Tue, 5th May 2020
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Apple unveils its new 13-inch MacBook Pro, featuring a Magic Keyboard and enhanced performance. Prices start at NZD $2,349.
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MSI unveils new range of formidable motherboards
Mon, 4th May 2020
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Based on the new Intel 10th Gen, the range spans from entry-level to hardcore gamers, as well as demanding business users.
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JBL's Quantum range buddies up with esports firm 100 Thieves
Mon, 4th May 2020
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Gaming brand JBL has signed on with esports organisation 100 Thieves to become the official global gaming headset partner this year.
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Hands-on review: Arlo rings my bell and offers Ultra + Security
Mon, 4th May 2020
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With an easy-to-use interface and a variety of choices in settings, you’d be well advised to examine Arlo’s range of home security offerings.
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“It’s-a me, Mario!” LEGO’s design lead on how Mario changes the world of play
Fri, 1st May 2020
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LEGO has announced a new playset featuring Mario that blends physical play with technology, proving the toy giant's embrace of the digital world.
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Smartphone shipments take a pummelling in Q1 2020
Fri, 1st May 2020
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Data from Canalys paints a grim picture for the worldwide smartphone industry, with more economic strife to come in Q2.
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Hands-on review: D-Link DWR-956 4G LTE Wi-Fi AC1200 router
Fri, 1st May 2020
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Struggling with your home internet? The D-Link DWR-956 router offers fast 4G LTE connectivity, easy setup, and versatile use for home offices and remote work.
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Worldwide tablet market continues to fall, but some vendors buck trend
Thu, 30th Apr 2020
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IDC's research indicates that global shipments have fallen to 24.6 million units, down 18.1% year-over-year during the first quarter of 2020.
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Game review: Predator: Hunting Grounds
Wed, 29th Apr 2020
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New 'Predator: Hunting Grounds' game falls short with scarce content and high price tag, risking fate akin to 'Evolve'.
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Google’s Fitbit acquisition under scrutiny
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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Despite economic issues, the wearables market is growing, Futuresource Consulting claims. Amongst this, Google inches closer to swallowing Fitbit.
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Game review: Soundart (PC VR)
Tue, 28th Apr 2020
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Soundart joins Audioshield and the revered Beat Saber as another music-based VR game-come-dance-fitness title.
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Gaming industry thriving during COVID-19 lockdowns
Mon, 27th Apr 2020
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2019 was a record-breaking year for the industry, with gaming software generating $143 billion in consumer spend, and this trend is set to continue into 2020.
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Huawei Cloud dominates the global IaaS market
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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Huawei Cloud propelled itself to the top of the global IaaS market with a surge in cloud services, strategic partnerships, and global reach, says Gartner.
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Game review: One month with Animal Crossing New Horizons
Fri, 24th Apr 2020
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Spent a month with Animal Crossing: New Horizons, an enchanting Nintendo Switch exclusive where you create your island paradise. Here's the full review.
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AMD announces 3rd Gen Ryzen processors
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Also announces new B550 chipset to bring simultaneous multi-threading and PCIe 4.0 compatibility to mainstream desktops.
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OPPO unveils its newest mid-range smartphone - the A91
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
The mid-range smartphone joins the Apple iPhone SE, announced last week, in the increasing pool of new smartphones hitting the market at less than NZ$1000.
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Four game publishers exit NVIDIA's GeForce NOW
Thu, 23rd Apr 2020
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Major game publishers, including Warner Brothers, Xbox, Codemasters, and Klei, are removing their games from NVIDIA's GeForce NOW game library.
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Hands-on review: Amazon Echo Show 8
Wed, 22nd Apr 2020
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gaming
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smart home
Amazon's Echo Show 8 impresses with its versatile 8-inch touchscreen and robust speaker quality, adding a multimedia edge to your digital assistant.