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Technology Gifts stories - Page 214

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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Interview: Speaking Quantum Break with Thomas Puha
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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Netguide had a chance to speak with Remedy Games' PR Thomas Puha about the studio's upcoming new game Quantum Break.
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Hands-on review: Corsair 600, 400 and Spec-Alpha Cases
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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gaming
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The latest cases from Corsair are among the best choices for anyone building a middle or high-performance computer.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge
Thu, 10th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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Samsung’s Galaxy S7 Edge is a solid evolution. It takes what is good with the S6 Edge and adds useful upgrades to make it a compelling option.
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Will Apple's next iPhone be met with excitement or indifference?
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Loyal Apple consumers across generations aren't excited about a 4-inch iPhone, which is expected to go on sale later this month, a new survey finds.
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VIDEO: Acer Predator face off - X34 vs Z35
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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Watch the ultimate Acer Predator showdown, as Computer Lounge scrutinises the X34 and Z35 panels for the best gaming edge.
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Windows to dominate detachable tablet market
Wed, 9th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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windows
Demand for detachable tablets is set to bolster Windows tablet play, with Windows devices expected to dominate the detachable market come 2020.
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What's really going on with men, women, and their smartphone photos?
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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kaspersky
Women fail to protect their precious photos and videos on connected devices, according to a survey by Kaspersky Lab and B2B International.
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The latest in Kiwi innovation: An interactive language learning app
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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e-learning
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apps
Lingogo, the brainchild of three Kiwi women, is a new digital bookshop app filled with interactive, dual-language stories.
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Microsoft brings Surface Pro 4 Type Cover to New Zealand
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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With a starting price of $299.95, the Type Cover can be pre-ordered from the Microsoft Store. From March 15, it will be available in-store nationwide.
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Xbox One Quantum Break preview gameplay video
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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gaming
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quantum computing
Microsoft was kind enough to invite us to play Quantum Break on Xbox One. From what we have played so far, the game is no average shooter.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy S7
Tue, 8th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
After much speculation, the Samsung Galaxy S7 is finally here. Pat Pilcher was lucky enough to get his hands on one for a week.
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New language education app helps kids with learning disabilities
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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edutech
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e-learning
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personal computing devices
A new app for language disorders is the first special education tool to be featured by Apple in the best new apps section of the App Store.
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There's no such thing as Mac OS X ransomware, right?
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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malware
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ransomware
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cybersecurity
OS X users have been hit with the first known case of Mac ‘ransomware’ malware, found in the recently released BitTorrent client app Transmission.
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Wargaming.net delivers new (real) tank
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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gaming
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world of tanks
Wargaming.net, famous for it’s free-to-play World of Tanks game has just delivered a real tank to the Australian Armour & Artillery Museum in Cairns.
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Is Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition worth a look?
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
It’s time, once again to run, jump and hide from the zombie horde in Techland’s Dying Light: The Following Enhanced Edition.
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Kung Fu Panda 3 review: Karate chop or epic flop?
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Often by the time an animated movie is on to its second sequel the film is quietly relegated to a ‘straight to DVD' release.
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Hands-on review: Trend Micro Antivirus for Mac
Mon, 7th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Finally. I can raise a glass to Leo, and also to Trend Micro. They've got a great product, that any developer would appreciate on their Mac.
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Kiwi game developer students hit commercial success
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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media design school
​Students from New Zealand’s Media Design School are celebrating the official commercial release of their game Split.
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You know you need these cat apps
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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smartphones
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app store
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technology gifts
Do a quick 'cat' search on the App Store and you will lose most of life browsing through pages and pages of beautiful cat-dedicated apps.
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Review: Heavy Rain on PS4 is still a lot of fun
Fri, 4th Mar 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Heavy Rain came out on the PS3 a few years ago and popularised the decision-based genre. Now the excellent game is remastered on PS4 and it's great.