Technology Gifts stories - Page 194
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.
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.
Christchurchians to put down tech for digital detox
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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cloud services
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digital technology
Canterbury residents to take part in 'All Right? Digital Detox' by putting down their smartphones and devices on Sunday.
KPMG Australia ups ante, officially enters software market
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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data analytics
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big data
KPMG Australia enters the software market with new digital services platform, launching R-D Edge and ESS Reporter tools.
What does it take to become a Call of Duty, Infinity Ward game developer?
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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call of duty
Ever wondered what goes into designing the look & feel of a game? Curious to know what skills are needed to score a job as a game developer? Read on..
Review: Psycho-Pass Mandatory Happiness is a visual novel for PS4
Fri, 30th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Usually visual novels are small video games you play on your computer. Well Psycho-Pass Mandatory Happiness is a full game available on PS4.
A return to form for EA Sports NHL 17
Thu, 29th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
EA Sports' NHL 17 glides back with a feature-rich edition, rekindling the virtual ice hockey fervour with finesse and ferocity.
Hands-on review: Acer Switch Alpha 12 - a tablet packed with value
Wed, 28th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Armed with an Intel Core i3 processor, the Acer Switch Alpha 12 is pretty zippy upon startup, and I found it easy to use the touch screen controls.
Hands-on review: Microsoft Surface Book a 'pretty special piece of gear'
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Microsoft's Surface Book dazzles with its clever design and premium build, proving to be a savvy investment for Windows loyalists.
Can you abuse technology? It definitely works the other way around!
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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uc
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martech
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smart home
Many abuse Siri and similar AI, raising concerns about the morality of our digital manners and the potential impact on society.
Film review: Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
While the word ‘children’ is in the title, this isn’t a film for young ones. Ransom Riggs’ novels are aimed at young adults, so keep that in mind.
Karson: How Kiwi-Belgian connections created the world's first 'virtual butler'
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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iot
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smart home
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home automation
Meet Bart Brichau, co-founder of Karson, the virtual butler that's making home automation affordable and reliable.
AOC releases the first member of its all new cutting-edge AGON series
Tue, 27th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
AOC has evolved with the growing demands of gamers and now they’ve announced that an all-new premium line of gaming monitors is coming to town.
8 years of Android: malware, malicious apps, and how to stay safe
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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malware
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
Android now controls over 85% of the smartphone market and is by far the biggest player in the tablet market as well.
Hands-on review: Dell Performance Headset - AE2
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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gaming
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network infrastructure
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reviews
I don’t know about you, when I think of PC headsets, I don’t usually think of Dell. But now I can really say you'd be wrong not to.
IoT at home spending spree about to hit Australia says Telsyte
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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iot
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smart home
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telsyte
Smart appliances and IoT@home services which include cloud-based ‘intelligent’ services are expected to lead the charge as Aussie IoT@home spend soars.
Sony Computer Entertainment NZ business takes 42% profit hit
Mon, 26th Sep 2016
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digital entertainment
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gaming
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nz
Sony Computer Entertainment New Zealand saw its profits for last financial year take a massive 41.6% drop, with revenue also down nearly 8.5%.
Hands-on review: Xiaomi Mi Band 2 - advanced tech for peanuts
Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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wearables
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digital signage
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gaming
With the million and one wearables out there, why does the Mi Band 2 make so much sense, one that I’m happy to say is my smartwatch of choice?.
Emergency location tracking can be life or death, so why is NZ taking so long?
Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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smartphones
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location tracking
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emergency services
With the accuracy of GPS, combined with the amount of data about users, using emergency location tracking for medical purposes seems obvious. Right?.
Review: Forza Horizon 3 is a beautiful game set in Australia
Fri, 23rd Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Forza Horizon 3 is undoubtedly one of the prettiest looking games we've ever played. Australia has never looked this good in virtual form.
Hands-on review: D-Link Powerline AV2 1000 HD Gigabit
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
For a near bomb-proof means of filling in that pesky WiFi coverage hole, this offering from D-Link will be exactly what the doctor ordered.
First impressions of macOS Sierra: Destined to fly or fated to pie?
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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macos
Today macOS Sierra is finally available as a free download for Mac users. It is still only early days, but here are my first impressions.