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Technology Gifts stories - Page 276

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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New iPhone 6 gives NFC 'shot in the arm'
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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Apple's iPhone 6 launch not only advanced tech specs but also revolutionised NFC with Apple Pay, boosting contactless payments.
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Expedia for iPad... Turning the tablets around travel apps
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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With over 475,000 apps currently available across the Apple iPad platform, what makes the new Expedia Tablet App oh so special?.
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Expanding Destiny adds more Raids...
Thu, 18th Sep 2014
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Destiny just came out last week, but the game is already expanding as Bungie will be adding new Raids and more content in the future too.
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On song-Sony reveals SingStar Ultimate Party full track list...
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Sony has now announced the full tracklist for the upcoming SingStar Ultimate Party game that will be released for the PS3 and PS4 later this year.
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iPredict a riot... Apple reveals record iPhone 6 orders...
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Apple has announced a record number of pre-orders for the iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus, with over four million in the first 24 hours.
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Microsoft excels with Office for iPad…
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Addressing the industry at the intersection of cloud and mobile, Satya Nadella embarked on one of his first tasks as new Microsoft CEO.
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Review: Trend Micro Maximum Security 2015
Wed, 17th Sep 2014
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Trend Micro's Maximum Security 2015 simplifies cybersecurity, offering robust protection for up to 6 devices without compromising performance.
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Key 'sets record straight'... Rubbishes mass surveillance claims
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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data privacy
PM John Key denounces mass surveillance allegations in NZ, confirming GCSB's legality and targeted cyber security operations.
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Lightbox serves up seven years of content in 14 days...
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Lightbox's new TV service wows NZ, streaming 7 years of content in just 14 days after launch, as demand for quality TV skyrockets.
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Prepare to meet your Destiny...
Tue, 16th Sep 2014
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Destiny fails to revolutionise gaming, delivering standard FPS action with limited MMO elements, contrary to its pre-launch hype.
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CEO strategy: How many cloud places will consumers need?
Sat, 13th Sep 2014
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personal computing devices
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cloud services
Recently I took a photo of Copenhagen airport on a beautiful sunny morning, shortly after take-off. I used my phone of course...
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Review: Asustor 604T NAS
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Who'd have thought that having a way of storing/retrieving data over your home network would become so critical for so many?.
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Expert analysis: Apple Watch set to drive wearable market
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Analysys Mason anticipates that smartwatches will become the dominant wearable smart device by sales in early 2017.
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Destiny earns over $500 million on its first day
Fri, 12th Sep 2014
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Destiny shatters sales records, earning over $500m on release day, and joins the ranks of gaming's biggest franchises, says Activision.
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Sunset Overdrive includes Season Pass with heaps of extras...
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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Microsoft and Insomniac Games has announced that Sunset Overdrive will have a Season Pass that will grant you instant access to a number of goodies.
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Serko: Good things come to those who wait
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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It takes a 119.5 seconds to pour the perfect pint, but in the world of technology, it’s taken five years to utilise the perfect patent.
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Apple Pay marks 'milestone' in payments space
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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Apple Pay's entrance into the payments industry will have a bigger impact in remote mobile payments, according to Ovum.
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Kiwi video games industry doubles its exports...
Thu, 11th Sep 2014
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The New Zealand Game Developers Association has announced that the country's video game exports have doubled over the past year.
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How SMBs are replacing paper forms...
Wed, 10th Sep 2014
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Auckland's Easy Forms is revolutionising SMBs by converting paper forms into mobile apps, enhancing efficiency and service.
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Apple Watch... Pros and Cons
Wed, 10th Sep 2014
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Apple's much anticipated Smart Watch was finally announced. We take a hard look at the pros and cons of the new device from Apple.