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Technology Gifts stories - Page 274

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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Review: LifeTrak C410 Fitness tracker
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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LifeTrak's C410 fitness tracker excels with a 12-month battery life, a host of features and affordability at USD $129.95, despite an uninspiring design.
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Android App Review: Writing Prompts
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Struggling with writer's block? The 'Writing Prompts' Android app offers a mix of mundane and intriguing scenarios to kickstart your creativity.
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Android App Review: EndlessJabber SMS
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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EndlessJabber redefines texting: Now send SMS from your PC using your Android number. Will its charm outshine its mobility limits?.
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Android App Review: Comic Rocket webcomic reader
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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You’re often spoilt for choice when it comes to entertainment on the internet, and webcomics are no exception.
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Android App Review: Color Splash FX
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Color Splash FX app offers creative photo recoloring but raises privacy concerns with its intrusive data collection practices.
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Android App Review: Countdown Shopping
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Ugh, grocery shopping is the worst. And even with the best app in the world by your side it’ll still be terrible.
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Android App Review: Lumber Jacked
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Lumber Jacked: A vibrant platformer that nods to classics but is marred by quirky controls and invasive ads. Offers a fun, if flawed, experience.
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Android App Review: Pocket Code
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Pocket Code app makes coding accessible with LEGO-style, though its learning curve requires online tutorials for clarity.
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Android App Review: CammyCam
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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gaming
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CammyCam takes this idea and inverts it, by turning your device itself into a security camera that can then be remotely monitored.
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Android App Review: Flow Free
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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The potential scope for games and apps is rapidly increasing, but sometimes the simple things are still the most effective.
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Android App Review: Pixel Detective
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Pixel Detective's retro charm fades under repetition, lacking depth and mystery despite a visually appealing setup.
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Android App Review: Auckland Civil Defence
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Auckland's Civil Defence app brings vital disaster prep to your fingertips, practicality over panache, ensuring readiness is just a tap away.
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Android App Review: Dating Tips and Tricks
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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gaming
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Ask questions about the things the person you are flirting with is talking about to show you are listening and interested, even if you’re not.
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Is 3D dead…again?
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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3D presentations have enjoyed a regular cycle of boom and bust and right now, the future of 3D television is looking increasingly like a passing fad.
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Instagram - #selfielapse
Mon, 29th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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facebook
Instagram has released an update to its video app Hyperlapse, giving users the ability to capture time-lapse videos. We investigate.
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Interview: Developer for Forza Horizon 2 Ben Penrose
Sat, 27th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
Game Console's Damian Seeto had an opportunity to speak with Ben Penrose who is the Art Director for the Xbox One exclusive Forza Horizon 2.
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Digital Nationz 2014: An event for tech heads
Sat, 27th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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Digital Nationz 2014 dazzles with latest video games, thrilling horror experiences, and cutting-edge tech, despite PlayStation's low key presence.
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On the road again: Forza Horizon 2
Sat, 27th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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With Forza Horizon 2 Microsoft Studios finally injects some life into their flagship Xbox One racing franchise.
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Noel Leeming midnight launch sees in new iPhone 6...
Fri, 26th Sep 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
For the first time ever, Noel Leeming will have the Apple iPhone available in store on day one of the official New Zealand launch date.
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NHL is back on the ice for 2015…
Thu, 25th Sep 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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xbox
NHL 15 glides onto new-gen consoles with stunning graphics but faces criticism for missing popular features, despite promising updates.