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Technology Gifts stories - Page 250

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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Durex releases app to help people turn their phones off
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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The Durex Connect app masks users' home screens, effectively putting the handsets to sleep and removing all distractions.
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Samsung ups its TV-streaming game with new deals
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Samsung Smart TVs in NZ enhance streaming with exclusive Netflix and PGA Tour apps, offering unrivalled on-demand content.
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Bloodborne is very hard, yet really rewarding
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Brutally challenging yet deeply gratifying, Bloodborne conquers PS4 as both a daunting test and a sterling exclusive.
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Spark gets its hands on the new Samsung smartphones
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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Samsung Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 edge will launch in New Zealand on April 11, and Spark is officially offering customers an exclusive preview.
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Hands-on review: Epson L355 wrings out more bang per buck for ink
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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The L-355 is a bold move for Epson, completely doing away with costly cartridges. Instead it uses tanks which can be refilled using ink bottles.
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Hardline: Not your daddy’s Battlefield
Thu, 26th Mar 2015
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gaming
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battlefield
Visceral Studios redefines Battlefield with a cop vs criminal theme in Hardline, diverging from military roots for a narrative twist.
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Widespread malware threat on Android devices
Wed, 25th Mar 2015
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smartphones
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gaming
Half of Android users at risk as a new malware threat lets attackers swap safe apps for malicious ones, claims Palo Alto Networks.
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Netflix goes live in NZ, Xbox jumps on the bandwagon
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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Netflix has officially launched in New Zealand today, accompanied by a number of free trial offerings to lure viewers into subscribing to the service.
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Batman: Arkham Knight suffers small delay
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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Caped Crusader's crusade hits a brief snag as Batman: Arkham Knight is nudged to a 23rd June release, aiming to vanquish launch-day glitches.
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Apple drops the ball with MacBook Pro anti-reflective display
Tue, 24th Mar 2015
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
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personal computing devices
An increasing number of people are speaking up about how the anti-reflective coating on their MacBook pro is scratching or wearing off.
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Android App Review: WoodenMan - Drawing Mannequin
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Dive into the digital realm with 'WoodenMan', an app turning the classic artists' mannequin into a pocketable virtual muse.
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Rumours of Apple’s TV service gains momentum
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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digital entertainment
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Apple is reportedly in talks with programmers including CBS, 21st Century Fox and Walt Disney to launch a subscription-based streaming TV service this.
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Review: The Book of Life
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The Book of Life animates a vibrant Mexico, contrasting stereotypes with a magical tale of love, music, and spirited competition.
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The Final Fantasy XV demo is stunning
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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gaming
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If you bought Final Fantasy Type-0 HD last week, you may have had a chance to play the Final Fantasy XV demo already.
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Record sales as Kiwis spend $347 million on interactive games
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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gaming
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Interactive games are proving a hot market, but the news isn’t great for retailers, with digital sales dominating.
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Netflix confirms NZ pricing ahead of tomorrow's kiwi launch
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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Netflix set to undercut NZ rivals with launch pricing, starting from $9.99 for its much-anticipated service tomorrow.
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HTC's newest smartphone comes to NZ
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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HTC's One M9 hits NZ shores, sporting a 20MP camera, customisable themes, and expanded storage, launched on major networks.
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IDC: Smartphones to dominate connected device future
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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smartphones
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By 2019, smartphones set to claim a dominant 77.7% market share in the realm of smart connected devices, leaving PCs and tablets trailing, reveals IDC.
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Consumers still wary when it comes to mobile payments
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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smartphones
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commerce systems
While mobile and digital payments are on the rise, the majority of consumers still have concerns with adoption of the technology.
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Review: PLAYBULB Bluetooth Speak and Bulb by MiPow
Mon, 23rd Mar 2015
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gaming
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digital entertainment
No the PLAYBULB isn’t something you’re likely to find at your local adult shop, but an innovative product by MiPow.