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Technology Gifts stories - Page 122

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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The smart home tech that will be huge in 2019
Tue, 12th Feb 2019
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smart home
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For millennial home buyers, a generation for whom technology has been ever-present, smart systems are the features they value above everything else.
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Game review: Kill large monsters in God Eater 3
Mon, 11th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
God Eater 3’s map size resembles that of a Dynasty Warriors game because there are linear paths and the areas you explore are usually very small.
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Bug makes Android phones hackable via PNG image files
Fri, 8th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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security vulnerabilities
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google
This means any application handling PNG files that have been carefully crafted by an attacker can end up running the attacker’s code.
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Futuresource - Is 5G really ‘just around the corner’?
Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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uc
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5g & beyond
The radio frequencies required for full commercialisation of 5G have limited range and do not easily propagate through walls or buildings.
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Inside Xbox brings exciting news for gamers
Thu, 7th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
The huge Game Pass library is due to swell even more with the upcoming inclusion of some must-have heavy hitters.
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Game review: Kingdom Hearts III finally releases on PS4 and Xbox One
Tue, 5th Feb 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
After over a decade of anticipation, Kingdom Hearts III launches on PS4 and Xbox One, delivering stunning visuals and nostalgic Disney magic.
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To bezel or notch to bezel - the evolution of smartphones
Tue, 5th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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martech
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personal computing devices
Futuresource Consulting reflects on the smartphone design trends of 2018 and what might be coming through the coming year.
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Four Chinese OEMs among top 10 global semiconductor customers
Tue, 5th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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semiconductors
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hyperscale
Four Chinese OEMs—Huawei, Lenovo, BBK Electronics, and Xiaomi—have surged into the top 10 global semiconductor buyers, Gartner reveals.
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NZ needs better tech to catch drivers who can't put their phones down
Mon, 4th Feb 2019
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smartphones
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cartech
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volvo
New Zealand may follow Australia's lead in adopting mobile phone detection cameras to curb distracted driving, potentially saving lives, says Volvo NZ.
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Hands-on Review: Kano Computer Kit
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Kano’s Computer Kit Complete gives you everything you need to build a functioning Raspberry Pi-based laptop computer.
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Can Nike change sport with smart, self-lacing shoes?
Fri, 1st Feb 2019
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iot
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smart home
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nike
The shoe is connected to a smartphone app which will store preferences for how the footwear fits, loosening for time out and tightening in-game.
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Samsung cracks 1TB embedded smartphone storage
Thu, 31st Jan 2019
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storage
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smartphones
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samsung
The new Universal Flash Storage offers the most internal memory yet and 10x the speed of a typical microSD card for data-intensive applications.
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IDC: Worst smartphone sales year ever
Thu, 31st Jan 2019
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personal computing devices
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smartphones
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samsung
Smartphone shipments decline 4.9% in Q4 2018, marking the fifth consecutive quarter of decline, according to data from IDC.
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Game review: Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown
Wed, 30th Jan 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
FutureFive’s Darren Price takes the highway to the danger zone with the latest entry in Bandai Namco’s air combat simcade franchise.
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Safeguarding the home network in the age of connectivity
Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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ddos
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network infrastructure
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firewalls
The rapid rise of connected devices has made home networks more vulnerable to attacks. Ensuring robust router security is key in safeguarding modern homes.
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DLC review: Marvel’s Spider-Man ‘Silver Lining’
Mon, 28th Jan 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Not only is the main story fun to play through, but Spider-Man also ties up loose ends with the side missions too.
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ASB rolls out Apple Pay for secure contactless payments
Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
ASB Bank introduces Apple Pay, allowing over 500,000 customers to make secure, convenient contactless payments via compatible Apple devices.
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Logitech wins awards for the art of good design
Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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peripherals
Logitech triumphs at the 2018 GOOD DESIGN Awards, claiming 10 accolades for innovations across multiple brands, underscoring its dedication to superior design.
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New acquisition makes Kiwis’ path into esports easier than ever
Wed, 23rd Jan 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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esports
LPL has taken over CyberGamer and says this will open up the gateway for Kiwi gamers to compete on a global stage.
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Digital payments taking over Oz - threat or opportunity?
Tue, 22nd Jan 2019
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smartphones
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fintech
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martech
A report by Roy Morgan shows that over 70% of Australians are using at least one digital payment a year, with Gen X and Millennials leading the charge.