Technology Gifts stories - Page 223
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.
Competitive console gamers tournament happening in Auckland next year
Sat, 12th Dec 2015
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A big LAN event will be held in Auckland early next year so console gamers have a chance to test their skills out against the country's best players.
Demand for digital signage drives display market growth
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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smartphones
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digital signage
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digital entertainment
According to a new report by TechSci, the global market for flexible and transparent displays will cross $480 million in 2015.
Vocus and M2 enter trading halt pending court decision
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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apple m2 chip
Vocus and M2 have gone into a trading halt on the ASX as the companies await the outcome of a court hearing on the Vocus' proposed acquisition of M2.
Ingram Micro gets a Moov on with new fitness wearables deal
Fri, 11th Dec 2015
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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fitness
Ingram Micro has signed a sub-distribution deal which will see it offering the Moov range of fitness wearables in New Zealand.
Remaining Next Byte stores to close
Thu, 10th Dec 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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vita group
Vita Group will close its eight remaining Next Byte retail stores by March next year, with staff to be redeployed within Vita or retrenched.
Assassin's Creed Chronicles India and Russia releasing in early 2016
Thu, 10th Dec 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Ubisoft set to expand its Assassin's Creed Chronicles with India and Russia editions, launching early 2016 with a unique 2.5D style.
Hands-on review: Asustor AS1002T NAS Drive
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
This is one to consider if you're planning on setting up a home network server, accessible from the cloud and all your mobile devices.
Hands-on review: QNAP TVS-871T Thunderbolt NAS Drive
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
QNAP's game-changing TVS-871T NAS sets a new benchmark, merging Thunderbolt speeds with massive storage potential for professionals.
Hands-on review: Asus AC3100 RT-AC88U Router & WiFi Access Point for gamers
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
Well done Asus, this is a superb device and I can see gamers or those watching 4K video getting superior performance right out of the box.
Philips launches new LED lights
Wed, 9th Dec 2015
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datacentre infrastructure
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reviews
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power / energy
Lighting may only account for around 8% of your electricity bill, but it can still play a part in reducing the amount of electricity you consume.
Hands-on review: Rapoo P300 Gold and P500 Power Banks
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The P300 Gold and P500 power banks by Rapoo are both great power banks for your mobile devices, with good functionality and aesthetics.
$1 for an iPhone? You're dreaming
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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smartphones
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email security
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cybersecurity
According to NetSafe, New Zealanders are questioning if advertisements offering the latest iPhone for a buck are too good to be true.
NZ Commerce Commission gives green light to Vocus/M2 merger
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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personal computing devices
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apple
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commerce commission
The Commerce Commission says it is satisfied that the acquisition will not substantially lessen competition in the affected markets.
Rainbow Six Siege is punishingly difficult and lacks offline modes
Mon, 7th Dec 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ubisoft
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege is out now and is one of the hardest FPS games in the market. Not to mention it persuades people to be online mostly.
Hands-on review: AOC 27” I2777FQ Monitor
Fri, 4th Dec 2015
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
TechDay team boosts productivity with sleek AOC 27 monitors, praising crisp display and versatile connectivity options.
Digital mayhem: Just Cause 3 review
Thu, 3rd Dec 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Prepare yourself for some nose-bleed inducing mayhem as gaming’s homage to over-the-top action movies gets its third entry.
Hands-on review: Crucial BX200 2.5-inch SSD 480GB
Wed, 2nd Dec 2015
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Darren Price tests the Crucial BX200 SSD, a boon for gamers craving speed and space to conquer lag and load times.
How good is the new ViewSonic LightStream projector?
Wed, 2nd Dec 2015
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reviews
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displays & projectors
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technology gifts
I watched Spectre on the big screen recently, and I couldn't help but think the ViewSonic projector could have done a much better job.
Victoria train lines to get mobile connectivity upgrade
Wed, 2nd Dec 2015
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smartphones
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it training
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connectivity
Government project aims to fix mobile blackspots on Victoria's busiest rail corridors for uninterrupted mobile use by commuters.
Scientists create wireless device to 'switch-off' pain
Wed, 2nd Dec 2015
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smartphones
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healthtech
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technology gifts
Scientists are developing flexible implants that can block pain signals in the body before they reach the brain.