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Technology Gifts stories - Page 250

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 PlayStation 4 is the best selling console in New Zealand
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Kiwi gamers crown PS4 as the nation's favourite, making it the fastest-selling console of the decade with a 65% market share.
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Google follows in Apple's footsteps with app review process
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Google is significantly changing its review process for apps on Google Play after years of solely using automated processes.
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New Zealand currency finally coming to Steam
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Kiwi gamers rejoice as Steam introduces New Zealand dollar pricing, ending the need to convert from USD starting March 24th.
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Alcatel Onetouch makes big push in Aussie market
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Alcatel Onetouch gears up to challenge heavyweights in Australia with a new tech lineup, eyeing the competitive pre-paid market.
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Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare goes down under
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Activision will be releasing a new Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare DLC pack. It will feature the first map set in Australia.
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Review: Rainbow Smart Bulbs
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Rainbow Smart Bulbs: A dazzling Kiwi innovation lights it up with rhythm and hues, but white's a slight smudge.
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DVD Review – What we do in the Shadows
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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How refreshing that a funny, local movie provides us with a vampire breath of fresh air, plus a lot of laugher and great one liners.
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Hands-on review: Asus TF103C Convertible Tablet
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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The only certainty with the personal computing market is change. Pat Pilcher's review on the Asus TF103C Convertible Tablet.
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While you were sleeping: US dollar rebounds
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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US dollar stages recovery post-Fed update, but analysts question its longevity amid mixed economic signals and wavering investor confidence.
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Battlefield Hardline developer interview
Fri, 20th Mar 2015
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Darren Price catches up with the developers from EA's Visceral Studios to talk about the newly released Battlefield Hardline.
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Vulnerable mobile apps ‘just waiting to be exploited’
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Hackers target weak mobile apps, with AVG's CTO warning they're ripe for data theft and urging developers and stores to tighten security.
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Apple Watch goes airborne with Qantas
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Qantas takes flight tech to wrists with Apple Watch-ready app, offering live travel updates and check-in ease to elevate the flying experience.
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Review: Zeus Mini Projector
Thu, 19th Mar 2015
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Zeus mini projector brings portable, affordable projection to New Zealand market. Perfect for movies and presentations on the go.
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Spark cries foul over Netflix GST dodge
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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Spark New Zealand criticizes Netflix for not charging GST on its New Zealand service, giving them a cost advantage over competitors.
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Nintendo bringing games to smartphones
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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Nintendo forays into mobile gaming, partnering with DeNA to launch original smartphone titles featuring beloved characters like Mario.
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Will users still bypass restrictions to get full access to Netflix shows?
Wed, 18th Mar 2015
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Netflix Australia and New Zealand will have an estimated 1600 titles whereas the entire Netflix catalogue totals over 15,200 titles worldwide.
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Motorcycle game Ride suffers slight release date delay
Tue, 17th Mar 2015
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Kiwi bikers must wait as the Ride game's NZ launch shifts to April 7th, promising over 100 bikes and diverse tracks for fervent fans.
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Social media really can get you fired
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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New Zealand X Factor judges Natalia Kills and Willy Moon were sacked after social media backlash over their harsh comments towards a contestant.
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Android App Review: Nail Doctor - Kids Games
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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Nail Doctor is everything I hate about cheaply-made, cynical revenue-grabbing apps, combined with everything I hate about foot hygiene.
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Apple Sales NZ increases annual profit by 44%
Mon, 16th Mar 2015
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Apple Sales New Zealand, the local unit of the iPad and iPod maker, increased annual profit by 44 percent, on largely unchanged sales, as it benefited.