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Technology Gifts stories - Page 109

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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Hands-on review: The OPPO Reno Z in gorgeous Aurora Purple
Wed, 7th Aug 2019
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The OPPO Reno Z in Aurora Purple impresses with its standout design, high specs including 128GB storage and 8GB RAM, and affordable pricing under NZD $700.
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Fossil's smartwatches will let iPhone users make calls
Tue, 6th Aug 2019
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smartphones
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wearables
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Smartwatch maker Fossil Group might just be trying to edge out Apple’s massive investment in smartwatches like the Apple Watch.
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Gartner - 5G will give global smartphone market bump in 2020
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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This will mean some respite after the Australian market’s massive 2019 decline and help NZ’s see some stability.
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Forget the lag - we go hands-on with the ROG Rapture GT-AC2900 router
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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Say goodbye to lag with the ROG Rapture GT-AC2900. This gaming router, priced at USD $600, transformed my laggy home office into a high-speed haven.
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rFactor 2 entries to open for $1m World's Fastest Gamer prize
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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Keen esports racers who use the rFactor sim racing platform might just be able to race their way to the grand prize.
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Hands-on review: The LIFX Tile's amazing colour combinations
Mon, 5th Aug 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
I can creep quietly into bed after a late night on my computer, without disturbing my significant other. No more bashed big toes for me!.
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IDC finds smartphone shipments up 6.5% from previous quarter
Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
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Smartphone shipments continue to decline worldwide, with China and the US experiencing sharp declines, but the market may be stabilising, says IDC.
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OPPO's 'waterfall screen' keeps curved smartphone display trend alive
Fri, 2nd Aug 2019
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OPPO's new 'waterfall screen' concept furthers the trend of curved smartphone displays, hinting at an almost borderless future for mobile design.
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Huawei sitting pretty in China's smartphone market
Thu, 1st Aug 2019
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Huawei dominates China's smartphone market, achieving highest market share in eight years as competitors falter.
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Philips Hue Play adds ambient lighting to movies, music, and games
Wed, 31st Jul 2019
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smart home
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Lighting firm Signify is expanding the popular Philips Hue smart lighting range to include new mood lighting for entertainment areas in the home.
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Record-breaking feat in declining smartphone market
Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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Vivo set a new personal record by shipping 5.8 million smartphones to India in Q2 2019, a notable feat given the overall declining market.
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Winner winner, chicken dinner! China esports teams takes out top PUBG prize
Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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TOP ESPORTS clinched the top prize of USD $180,000 at the PUBG MOBILE Club Open Global Finals, besting 14 teams in Berlin.
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Big Tech firms in the spotlight over data privacy
Tue, 30th Jul 2019
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Data privacy is the biggest regulatory threat to Big Tech, with Google, Amazon, Facebook and Apple set to face scrutiny in 10 areas, says GlobalData.
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Cherry Mobile's smart home line gets welcome boost
Mon, 29th Jul 2019
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Cherry Mobile’s ‘Cherry Home’ smart home line is about to get a major boost, thanks to a partnership with global AI & IoT platform Tuya and Skyworth.
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Intel to sell smartphone modem business to Apple
Mon, 29th Jul 2019
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Apple is set to acquire Intel’s smartphone modem business for USD $1 billion, integrating 2,200 employees and over 17,000 wireless technology patents.
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Gaming industry a rising target of cyber-attacks – Akamai
Fri, 26th Jul 2019
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Hackers have launched 12 billion credential stuffing attacks on gaming websites from Nov 2017 to Mar 2019, says Akamai's 2019 report.
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PUBG Mobile teams up with DJ Alan Walker on new track
Fri, 26th Jul 2019
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Earlier this month, players logged into PUBG MOBILE and participated in an in-game event with Alan Walker challenges.
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Serial killer or victim of the times? Unravel the case of Black Widow
Fri, 26th Jul 2019
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gaming
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The Black Widow allows players to investigate the true case of Australia’s first female serial killer, Louisa Collins.
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Corsair buys custom gaming PC firm Origin PC
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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gaming
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Corsair, the gaming heavyweight, has acquired custom gaming PC firm Origin PC, expanding its offerings and capabilities.
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Game review: Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled - the hardest Switch racing game
Thu, 25th Jul 2019
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Crash Team Racing Nitro-Fueled is a visually astonishing karting game, with unique characters and challenging gameplay. Verdict: 8/10.