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Technology Gifts stories - Page 11

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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Swann announces AI-driven voice assistant for home security
Fri, 12th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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hyperscale
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public cloud
Swann, in partnership with Amazon Web Services, is set to launch the HomeShield, an AI-driven voice assistant for home security.
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EMURGO & Huawei Cloud forge tech alliance to boost Cardano's reach
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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datacentre infrastructure
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huawei cloud
EMURGO partners with Huawei Cloud to bolster the Cardano ecosystem, integrating Huawei's cloud infrastructure into Cardano's public blockchain network, with potential benefits for Asia-Pacific and Africa.
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Hands-on review: Asus RT-AXE7800 Wi-Fi 6e router
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
The Asus RT-AXE7800 Wi-Fi 6e router offers optimal functionality for households and high performance gaming, boasting an easy-to-use setup and impressive wireless speed capabilities.
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Game review: Kingdom Come: Deliverance (Nintendo Switch)
Thu, 11th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Kingdom Come: Deliverance on Nintendo Switch disappoints with poor graphics and clunky mechanics, despite an engaging medieval storyline, raising doubts over platform choice from Warhorse Studios.
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The Elder Scrolls Online marks its 10th Anniversary with the Gold Road expansion
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
Celebrating its 10th anniversary, Bethesda's 'The Elder Scrolls Online' introduces the 'Gold Road' expansion, allowing exploration of the new, exciting zone of West Weald from June 3rd.
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Logitech G introduces PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard for esports pros
Wed, 10th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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logitech
Logitech G unveils its PRO X 60 LIGHTSPEED Gaming Keyboard, aimed at professional esports athletes, with features including a compact 60% form factor and KEYCONTROL for personalised customisation.
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Nordic Semiconductor partners with Google for enhanced device tracking
Tue, 9th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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software development
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google
Nordic Semiconductor teams up with Google to offer support for Google's 'Find My Device' network and 'unknown tracker alerts' via the nRF Connect SDK, providing enhanced tracking and security options.
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Game review: Horizon: Forbidden West Complete Edition (PC)
Mon, 8th Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Horizon: Forbidden West, the stellar sequel to Horizon: Zero Dawn, hits PC, offering enhanced visuals, pleasing refinements from the original, and an engaging storyline set in a visually stunning post-post-apocalyptic world.
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Electronic Design Automation software market to hit $11.2bn
Fri, 5th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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wearables
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personal computing devices
Global Electronic Design Automation software market expected to exceed US$11.2bn due to increased adoption of IoT devices.
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Fisher & Paykel introduce Kitchen Assistant for SmartHQ app
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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smart home
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ar, vr & metaverse
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developers
Fisher and Paykel innovate kitchen technology with the launch of a virtual sous chef feature, Kitchen Assistant, developed in partnership with Dynamo6, revolutionising home cooking.
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Opera integrates 150 local AI language models in developer stream
Thu, 4th Apr 2024
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smartphones
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data privacy
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Opera becomes first major browser developer to introduce experimental support for local Large Language Model (LLM) variants, enhancing data privacy and offering offline use.
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DigiCert & Macnica partner for India's first Matter 1.21 air conditioner
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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smartphones
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iot
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smart home
DigiCert and Macnica team up to bring PKI to Panasonic Life Solutions India's home appliances, launching India's first Matter 1.21 enabled room air conditioner for secure IoT connectivity.
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Game review: Alone in the Dark (PS5)
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Alone in the Dark 2024 PS5 remake packs Hollywood star power, but players may be discouraged by major glitches, slow-paced gameplay, and underwhelming combat despite engaging puzzle-solving segments and atmospheric graphics.
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One NZ celebrates first year with launch of digital One Wallet
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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smartphones
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
To mark its first anniversary, One NZ has launched the One Wallet, a state-of-the-art digital wallet pre-loaded with a combined value of $37 million.
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Virgin Media O2 & Hubbub unveil 400,000 device tech lending scheme
Wed, 3rd Apr 2024
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smartphones
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cleantech
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sustainability
Virgin Media O2 and Hubbub introduce a landmark 400,000 device lending scheme, the Tech Lending Community project, to tackle British digital inequality and electronic waste, benefitting underprivileged individuals and assisting charities including Refuge and Centrepoint.
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Evolt & EGYM alliance ushers new era in fitness tech
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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fitness
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global expansion
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fitness tracker
Evolt, a body composition analytics firm, has forged a strategic partnership with digital fitness company EGYM to integrate its technology into the fitness sector.
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Record rise in zero-day vulnerabilities exposed in Google-Mandiant report
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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smartphones
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advanced persistent threat protection
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personal computing devices
Google and Mandiant's cybersecurity report reveals a 50% rise in exploited zero-day vulnerabilities in 2023, with China being the leading perpetrator.
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Hands-on review: Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming PC
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Asus's ROG Ally is a PC-based Windows 11 handheld gaming console. Techday's Darren Price has been testing the tiny gaming PC.
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Ingram Micro partners with Meta to boost VR technology reach
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
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edutech
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gaming
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it training
Ingram Micro has joined forces with Meta to provide its resellers with advanced VR solutions, set to transform industries through immersive learning and work experiences.
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Game review: Princess Peach: Showtime! (Nintendo Switch)
Mon, 1st Apr 2024
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Princess Peach takes centre stage in a versatile and fun-filled Nintendo Switch game, 'Princess Peach: Showtime!', characterised by its colourful graphics, unique story-line, and varied gameplay.