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Technology Gifts stories - Page 254

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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Game development and zombies: Capital E launches school programmes
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Capital E Digital Studio is hosting two programmes for juniors and seniors taking place in this year’s April school holidays.
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Samsung hands over smartphone crown to Apple
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Samsung lost the No. 1 spot to Apple in the global smartphone market in the fourth quarter of 2014, after holding the top spot since 2011.
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Apple's dirty supply chain - give us a break
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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The allegations levelled against Apple in ABC's Four Corner's programme are serious. But are they reasonable? And do they matter for the channel?.
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Kiwi veteran in retail distribution strikes out on his own
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Play Distribution’s may be the new kid on the block, but founder Raja Henley is confident it can foot it with more established players.
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Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain coming out this September
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Hideo Kojima heralds the end of an era with Metal Gear Solid V's launch on 1st Sept, signalling his final foray into the iconic series.
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Netflix launch date revealed
Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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Netflix sets New Zealand launch for 24 March, heating up streaming wars with Vodafone-powered access across multiple devices.
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Screamride is one heck of a fun ride
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Screamride reinvents thrills with its high-speed coasters and explosive demolition, offering a fresh and vibrant gaming jolly-up.
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Vodafone scores Netflix contract
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Vodafone has today announced it is teaming up with Netflix as the exclusive communications launch partner in New Zealand.
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Hands-on review: Nokia Lumia 830
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Overall, the Nokia Lumia 830 was a wonderful introduction to Windows phones for me. However, is it enough to pull me away from my iPhone?.
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Sony targets mid-range market with Xperia M4 Aqua
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Sony dives into mid-range waters with the Xperia M4 Aqua, featuring top-end camera and two-day battery life at an affordable price.
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Best bang for your buck with Microsoft's Lumia 640 and 640 XL
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Microsoft has unveiled the latest offerings in its budget Lumia smartphone range, complete with promises of an upgrade to Windows 10 later this year.
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Galaxy S6 launch signals wireless power going mainstream
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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In one of the strongest signals yet that wireless power has entered mainstream adoption, Samsung has built wireless charging into its new smartphones.
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Samsung ups its game with two new smartphones
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Samsung unveils new flagship smartphones, Galaxy S6 and Galaxy S6 Edge, at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
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The Apple Watch will replace your keys and health coach
Tue, 3rd Mar 2015
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Tim Cook, Apple CEO, has said the Apple Watch will replace car keys, fuelling rumours that Apple will enter the automative industry.
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Synnex inks Apple deal
Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
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Synnex boosts Australian presence with full Apple computing range, intensifying its 2014 partnership as a national distributor.
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Serko Mobile to change the way employees travel
Mon, 2nd Mar 2015
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Serko Mobile is the first purpose-built mobile app that allows business travellers to make real-time changes to their travel plans using their mobile.
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How Lumia phones can help Kiwi businesses
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Microsoft isn’t just software. Microsoft’s Steve Lewis outlines how the company’s Lumia phones can potentially help Kiwi businesses.
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Dead or Alive 5: Last Round takes the fight to next-gen
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Dead or Alive 5: Last Round brings enhanced graphics, more characters and over 400 costumes to next-gen consoles, but is it worth a third purchase?.
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Fable Legends will now be a free-to-play video game
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Lionhead Studios reveals Fable Legends will be free on Xbox Live Gold and Windows 10, promising fairness and no pay-to-win advantage.
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Entry level mobile plan misses out on Spark’s new upgrades
Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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Spark has announced that it is packing more value into its pay-monthly mobile plans, excluding its entry level plan.