Technology Gifts stories - Page 218
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.
Apple’s iPhone growth peaks, Samsung surges ahead
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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Samsung maintains lead in global smartphone market, followed by Apple and Huawei, according to Strategy Analytics.
Exclusive: IDC NZ tells of new opportunities for Kiwi channel
Thu, 4th Feb 2016
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
There's a new market opening up for Kiwi resellers offering plenty of revenue potential - and a hidden gem waiting to be mined.
Hands-on review: HP Color Laser-Jet Pro MFP M477fdw
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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digital entertainment
This article is hard to write. Once it’s submitted, I’ll have no reason not to return this printer back to the NetGuide offices.
Will your trusted digital device become your biggest enemy?
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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As digital devices become a staple of people’s every day lives, personal and private information is increasingly at risk.
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens officially announced
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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lego star wars: the force awakens
Star Wars: The Force Awakens wowed audiences the world over recently, and now fans can relive the movie again by playing the LEGO tie-in video game.
Rise of the Tomb Raider comes to PC
Wed, 3rd Feb 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
PC owners finally get to play what can only be described as the definitive version of Lara Croft’s latest adventure, Rise of the Tomb Raider.
Apple winning the detachable race
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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The transition towards detachable tablets is in full swing, with Apple coming out on top as the clear winner above Microsoft and other PC vendors.
Android phone dying fast? Facebook might be the culprit
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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facebook
Facebook’s Android app chews through smartphone battery life at a rapid rate and significantly reduces performance, according to recent reports.
Could activity trackers help with heart problems?
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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Overall, a significant amount (74%) of people using an activity tracker say the device is helping them cope with their condition.
Apple ups education focus with latest acquisition
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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edutech
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personal computing devices
Hot on the tail of releasing a slew of new education features with iOS 9.3, Apple has acquired LearnSprout, an education technology start-up.
Kiwi launches online tutoring portal
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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New online portal, Tutorly, connects parents and students with local private tutors, aiming to simplify the process.
Gravity Rush Remastered is a masterpiece on PS4
Tue, 2nd Feb 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Gravity Rush was one of the best original games to ever come out for the PS Vita, and now the game has been remastered for the PS4.
Huge revenues as Apple reports $18.4 billion profit, the largest in its history
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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Apple reports record quarterly results with $18.4bn profit on $75.9bn revenue in Q1 2016, beating last year's figures.
Apple recalls NZ wall chargers over electric shock risk
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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travel
Apple has announced a recall of some wall plug adapters used in New Zealand after it was revealed they have a risk of electrical shock.
Holiday quarter bolsters smartphone sales, Huawei making waves
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
The worldwide smartphone market finished 2015 on a high, with a strong holiday quarter boosting volumes to record levels.
Vocus M2 merger step closer following shareholder approval
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple m2 chip
The proposed merger of Vocus and M2 has moved a step closer with M2 shareholders voting in favour of the deal, but court approval is still required.
The Witness PS4 Review: Hard yet very beautiful
Fri, 29th Jan 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Game designer, Jonathan Blow, may have designed one of the hardest games he's ever made with The Witness. Despite its difficulty, it looks great.
Microsoft’s Surface Book touches down in New Zealand
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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smartphones
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microsoft
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surface
Microsoft’s first ever laptop, the Surface Book, will be available in retail stores around the country from today.
Activision announces new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles video game
Thu, 28th Jan 2016
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Activision has announced that a new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles video game will be out later this year. It will be developed by PlatinumGames.
Forget tracking steps, these wearables are changing lives
Fri, 22nd Jan 2016
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wearables
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healthtech
Wearables are not just for fitness tracking, as companies like Horus Technology are developing technologies to enhance the lives of the visually impaired.