Technology Gifts stories - Page 161
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.
Amazon introduces the new and improved Echo Plus
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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amazon
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Amazon has announced the next generation of its Echo smart speaker, the all-new Echo and Echo Plus, with improved sound and design.
Hands-on review: Cuphead is very fun but brutally difficult
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Cuphead is easily the hardest game you will ever play in 2017. It's arguably more difficult than both Nioh and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy.
Apple's EFI firmware updates leave systems vulnerable
Wed, 4th Oct 2017
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personal computing devices
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apple
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duo
Duo Security's study finds troubling gaps in Apple's EFI firmware updates, leaving many Macs exposed to potential sophisticated cyber threats.
Far Cry 5 set to have a spectacular soundtrack
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Each of the regions will have specific character-centric music that ties into the motives of the Father and the Heralds...
Experience Fallout like never before with HTC Vive
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
HTC Vive has announced a new hardware bundle featuring Fallout 4 VR, one of the most anticipated VR titles to date...
Spark named exclusive carrier of Nokia in New Zealand
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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nokia
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spark
Spark partners with HMD Global to exclusively bring Nokia's Android smartphones to New Zealand, launching Nokia 8, 3, 5, and 6 models.
Review: EA Sports returns to basketball this year shooting out NBA Live 18
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
EA Sports has decided to return to the basketball market by releasing NBA Live 18 this year. Does it manage to usurp the popular NBA 2K franchise?.
The ol’ brick is back: Nokia releases four new phones
Tue, 3rd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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nokia
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technology gifts
Nokia's iconic return: A quartet of Android smartphones hits NZ shores, melding classic design with modern tech savvy.
Surprise! Pokemon GO is alive and well
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Defying expectations, Pokémon GO thrives with raids, new features, and a loyal fanbase ready for battle, come rain or shine.
Will the iPhone X's Face ID be hackable? Security expert weighs in
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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surveillance
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biometrics
The iPhone X’s facial recognition technologies have been called into question by a security consultant who claims that no tech is ever unbeatable.
Hold the phone: Huawei may be bringing AI to consumers in a big way
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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ai
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personal computing devices
Huawei urges Kiwis to hold off on smartphone upgrades, as their AI-powered Mate 10 gears up to revolutionise the market.
Gamers to the rescue: Developers raise funds for the disabled
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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mag
UK gamers unite in charity play, raising over £185k for disabled peers with custom tech for inclusive gaming fun.
Get ready for some mech on mech action in Gundam Versus
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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trailer
The game lets players take control of over 90 Mobile Suits spanning more than 35 years of the Mobile Suit Gundam saga...
Hands-on review: The Oppo A77 is an affordable alternative to iOS
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
The Oppo A77 offers an iPhone-like experience with Android flexibility for just NZD $500, making it an excellent budget-friendly alternative to iOS.
Ethique raises half a million dollars in less than a day
Mon, 2nd Oct 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
Christchurch's Ethique clinches £500,000 in a record day to fuel fight against plastic waste with eco-friendly beauty bars.
Review; Nioh's last DLC called 'Bloodshed End' concludes the saga
Sun, 1st Oct 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Team Ninja has now released the third and final DLC pack for Nioh called 'Bloodshed End'. You need to be really powerful to finish it.
Will Apple’s new face recognition replace fingerprint verification?
Sat, 30th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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martech
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commerce systems
Gartner analyst, CK Lu explains three reasons why fingerprint's days are numbered and 3D sensing technology is the next big thing on smartphones.
Updated to iOS 11? Here are three must-try ARKit apps
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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ar, vr & metaverse
Explore a new world with your iPhone. iOS 11 brings ARKit apps to life; try these three for a next-level AR experience!.
Hands-on review: Fortnite Battle Royale mode
Fri, 29th Sep 2017
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Epic Games has released a great new mode for Fortnite called 'Battle Royale'. This mode is currently free to play on PC, PS4 and Xbox One.
Three highly anticipated games still coming out this year
Thu, 28th Sep 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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assassin's creed
Gaming's dry spell ends as 2017 anticipates epic titles: Shadow of War, Assassin's Creed Origins, Battlefront II.