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Technology Gifts stories - Page 236

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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Xero updates its Android app
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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fintech
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financial systems
Xero has revamped its Xero Touch app for Android, embracing Google's material design standards to enhance user experience and support small businesses.
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Hand-on review: Microsoft Lumia 435
Tue, 4th Aug 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
With the Lumia 435, Microsoft are taking on the low powered entry level Android smartphones, does it fare well?.
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Closer look at the Microsoft Lumia 640
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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smartphones
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reviews
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microsoft
Microsoft have made it easy to transition to the Lumia 640 from an Android or an iPhone, allowing you to use your iCloud or Google account.
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Samsung Galaxy Gear VR - first impressions
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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reviews
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ar, vr & metaverse
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samsung
Samsung's Galaxy Gear VR blends cutting-edge tech with immersive fun, despite some pixilation. Our first look dives into the highs and lows.
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N++ is an addictive PS4 game
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
N++ may have one of the oddest names in PS4 history, but that doesn't stop it from being one of the most addictive games out there.
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New Zealand International Film Festival review - Turbo Kid
Mon, 3rd Aug 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Turbo Kid pulls influence from proponents of trashy violence and synth soundtracks into a fun, gore-soaked throwback.
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End of an era? NZ paging network to be shut off
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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software development
As New Zealand embraces digital evolution, Spark plans to switch off its legacy paging network by March 2017, marking an end to an era.
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Belkin’s WeMo products hit Bunnings hardware
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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smart home
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belkin
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home automation
Belkin's WeMo home automation products will now be sold through more than 160 Bunnings hardware stores nationally.
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Apple defies trends as other smartphone vendors struggle
Fri, 31st Jul 2015
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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windows
Apple’s record-breaking streak with the iPhone continues, as other smartphone vendors are struggling, according to Juniper Research.
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NZIFF 2015: DEATHGASM film review
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Using heavy metal to bring his new group of friends together seems to be working fine for Brodie... until the band unleash the undead onto their town.
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Product Review: Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
NetGuide’s gaming writer, Darren Price takes a detailed look at the reasonably-priced Asus GeForce GTX 960 Strix OC Edition graphics card.
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Apple, Samsung lose ground as tablet market sags
Thu, 30th Jul 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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samsung
Apple has held its spot at the top in the global tablet market, despite a substantial decline in a market that has seen little innovation or updates.
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ESET on the iOS 9 privacy update
Wed, 29th Jul 2015
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Apple tightens iPhone privacy in iOS 9, stopping apps from spying on each other's presence, in a move to bolster user trust and security.
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Hands-on review: Garmin nüviCam
Tue, 28th Jul 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
In car GPS makers have struggled to compete with smartphones in recent years. Garmin are hoping that the nüviCam LMT will help turn the tide.
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Hands-on review: Intel Compute Stick
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Intel have ambitiously created the next generation of portable computing by creating the Compute Stick, which is a complete PC operating system.
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Godzilla on PS4 is a disaster
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The new Godzilla game for PS3 and PS4 flounders with repetitive missions, sluggish combat, and outdated graphics, leaving fans disappointed.
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Rumours fly about Microsoft’s new Windows flagship phones
Mon, 27th Jul 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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microsoft
Microsoft’s upcoming flagship phones, the 950 and 950 XL, are reportedly coming later this year featuring wireless charging and and iris scanner.
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Huawei revenue skyrockets as company hones in on IoT strategy
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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smartphones
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fintech
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finance, leasing & rental
For the first half of 2015, Huawei Consumer Business Group continued to experience significant business growth.
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Skype 5.6 for Android rolled out to users
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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smartphones
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uc
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software updates
Skype's new 5.6 update for Android enhances chat visibility, online statuses, and brings a sleek interface to users.
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PDF Converter Elite 4: When you need that information reformatted
Fri, 24th Jul 2015
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reviews
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microsoft
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windows
How often have you wanted the content of a .pdf file in a Word format, or that table in Excel? PDF Converter Elite may be what you’re looking for.