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Technology Gifts stories - Page 91

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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COVID-19: Video game industry doing well, but all is not rosy for consoles
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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mobile gaming
The video game industry is thriving during the pandemic as seen in global sales and user spikes, but console manufacturers face tough challenges ahead.
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Game review: Final Fantasy VII Remake
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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digital entertainment
Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Remake rejuvenates a classic with stunning visuals and revamped combat, delivering both nostalgia and fresh excitement.
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Jamf rolls out watchOS device control app for parents
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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personal computing devices
Jamf rolls out new watchOS app to support remote learning, giving parents and teachers more control over children's devices.
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Will Thales and Motorola help take eSIM mainstream?
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Motorola’s razr is the first phone to rely exclusively on embedded-SIM. Does this signal a turning point in the technology’s future?.
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OPPO spearheads 5G with video calls over new network
Tue, 21st Apr 2020
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smartphones
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5g & beyond
The Chinese vendor has partnered with Ericsson and MediaTek to conduct voice and video calls entirely over a 5G connection.
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Can the SE keep Apple relevant during the market slump?
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
A Futuresource Consulting analyst explains the role that the iPhone SE may have in getting people into its growing ecosystem.
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Revealed: Top gaming trends as players stay home
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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console gaming
Shooters, gambling, and deck-building games have seen substantial growth in player share as billions turn to video games for entertainment during lockdown.
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Lenovo launches Legion series of gaming PCs & laptops
Mon, 20th Apr 2020
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Lenovo has launched a new 2020 lineup of gaming PC and laptops, which are sure to give fans of prebuilt gaming PCs something to smile about.
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Sony's 'DualSense' controller a quaint touch for the PS5
Fri, 17th Apr 2020
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technology gifts
Sony's new DualSense controller for the PS5 marks a bold shift with features like haptic feedback, inbuilt mic array, and a new 'create' button.
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Apple announces new iPhone SE, the 'most affordable' iPhone yet
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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personal computing devices
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Apple unveils the second-generation iPhone SE, its most affordable yet at NZD $799, featuring a 4.7-inch Retina HD display and the powerful A13 Bionic chip.
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Fitbit's Charge 4 features inbuilt GPS and Fitbit Pay
Thu, 16th Apr 2020
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fitness tracker
Fitbit’s renowned Charge fitness tracker is welcoming the fourth iteration to its product line – the Charge 4.
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Canalys: Apple hardest hit by PC pandemic shock
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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Of the top five PC vendors, Apple was hit hardest in Q1 as its shipments fell by over 20% to 3.2 million units.
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Hands-on review: NVIDIA Shield TV
Wed, 15th Apr 2020
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Nvidia’s Shield TV is easily a recommended Android TV solution, especially if you are a PC gamer and want to easily play your games on the lounge TV.
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Nuclear sector encourages diversity & emerging tech
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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Sydney hosted over 300 delegates last month advocating for diversity and cutting-edge tech in the nuclear sector, spotlighting peaceful nuclear applications.
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IDC: The worst is yet to come for traditional PC market
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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Global traditional PC shipments declined by 9.8% in Q1 2020, with reduced supply due to the COVID-19 outbreak being the main factor, according to IDC.
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Game review: Resident Evil 3 - the remake
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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Capcom's **Resident Evil 3** remake captivates with stellar graphics but falls short on value due to its brief campaign and lack of replayability.
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Remote working tips from a cybersecurity advisor
Tue, 14th Apr 2020
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vpns
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smart home
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hybrid & remote work
As remote working becomes the norm, companies must protect their data and consider the environment of their workers. A New Zealand VPN can make a difference.
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Hands-on review: Visme, a graphics design tool for creating awesome content
Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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Visme, the versatile graphics tool, has transformed into an even more powerful resource for creating professional, brand-friendly content with ease.
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Google leads donations as tech sector pledges US$1.4 billion to COVID-19 crisis
Mon, 13th Apr 2020
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network infrastructure
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digital entertainment
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healthtech
Tech giants donate over $1.4bn to combat COVID-19 crisis. Google leads with $800m, followed by Cisco ($225m) and Facebook ($120m).
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Sony unveils newest additions to wireless headphone range
Thu, 9th Apr 2020
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony introduces two new wireless offerings: the WH-CH710N over-ear headphones with AI-powered noise cancellation and the bass-centric WF-XB700 earbuds.