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Technology Gifts stories - Page 121

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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Sphero kickstarts RVR, its new hackable robot
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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Sphero's new hackable robot, RVR, has soared past its NZ$219,186 Kickstarter goal, amassing NZ$818,197. This customisable bot is set to ship in October 2019.
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Get on the piste with When Ski Lifts Go Wrong
Mon, 25th Feb 2019
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digital entertainment
You want to be picking up all three stars for each level, but you can progress to the next as long as you’ve successfully got your skier over the line.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S10 goes up against the Huawei Mate 20 Pro
Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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While these two phones appear to be unlikely competitors, the fact that retail at the same price point pits them directly against one another.
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UPDATED - Foldables: The new battleground for smartphone fads
Fri, 22nd Feb 2019
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digital signage
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smartphones
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displays & projectors
The foldable smartphone wars have begun, with Samsung, Huawei, and other tech giants unveiling devices that challenge traditional phone limits.
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Could Vivo's pop-up phone camera be the future?
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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Vivo's V15Pro, debuting at the 2019 Mobile World Congress, features a groundbreaking Elevating Front Camera, three rear-cameras, and bezel-less display.
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Surprises and highlights from Samsung's Unpacked launch event
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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samsung
The event features devices that are Samsung's answer to skeptics who say everything that can be done has already been done.
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Galaxy S10: Apple notch, meet the Samsung ‘punchhole’
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
Samsung unveils Galaxy S10 range, boasting advances in display, camera and performance a decade after first Galaxy S.
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Top 10 facts about RoBoHoN, Sharp's new robot phone
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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smart home
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home robots
Sharp's RoBoHoN robot phone, a Japan-exclusive marvel, combines telephony with humanoid features, offering cutting-edge tech like LTE, 3G, and cloud access.
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By 2040, landlines will probably be dead
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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telco
Landlines could be obsolete by 2040, say tech experts, as 78% of users now seek plans without them, favouring smartphones and internet calling.
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Huawei invests in cloud deployment for Singapore
Thu, 21st Feb 2019
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smartphones
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The company says its new strategic investment reflects growing demand for cloud service solutions across Asia Pacific.
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Game review: Anime characters join in Jump Force
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The first thing you will notice about Jump Force is the impressive roster of over 42 playable characters for you to select.
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Popular Android apps track users and violate Google's policies
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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advertising
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google
Thousands of popular Android apps are violating Google's policies by tracking users with persistent identifiers, according to AppCensus and Sophos.
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Huawei to unveil P30 smartphone series in March
Wed, 20th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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p20
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huawei
Huawei smartphone lovers have just over a month to wait before they meet the P20’s successor – the Huawei P30.
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Samsung previews the new Galaxy Tab S5e
Tue, 19th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
Samsung’s latest iteration of its popular Galaxy tablet, the Tab S5e, seems to showcase that it is actually possible to be larger and lighter.
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D-Link ANZ launches new home wireless surveillance kit
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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smart home
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physical security
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wireless networks
The Omna Wire-Free Full HD cameras and accompanying Wi-Fi Hub offer a number of new features, including Alexa/Assistant support.
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Hands-on review: Audiofly AF100W MK2 wireless headphones
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
With wireless Bluetooth supporting aptX and AAC, and an IPX-5 water resistance rating, the AF100W aims to be a fitness game-changer.
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LG's latest phone uses the display as an audio amplifier
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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digital signage
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
If you’re struggling to get your head around the idea of a phone’s display as an amplifier, we can't blame you.
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Vodafone releases phones with child-safe features
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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Along with the restriction capabilities, the Vodafone Smart N9 range also has a range of emergency and safety controls.
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Game review: Crackdown 3 launches on Xbox One and PC
Mon, 18th Feb 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Crackdown 3: An average game that feels outdated and lacks visual appeal, leaving players underwhelmed. (Verdict: 5.5/10).
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Neill Blomkamp's 'Conviction' is a prequel to BioWare's Anthem
Wed, 13th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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bioware
Director Neill Blomkamp partners with EA and BioWare to create 'Conviction', a live-action prequel short to the upcoming game Anthem, premiering February 15.