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Technology Gifts stories - Page 265

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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Will business travellers adopt wearables?
Thu, 20th Nov 2014
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True disruption can only occur when a technology solves a problem in such a way that users can’t imagine doing the same task the old way ever again.
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Data savings app Opera Max comes to New Zealand
Thu, 20th Nov 2014
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Opera Max starts rerouting data traffic on the mobile device to the Opera data-savings cloud, using a virtual private network.
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When an Assassin turns Rogue
Thu, 20th Nov 2014
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PS3 and Xbox 360 owners don't miss out on an Assassin's Creed game this year as Assassin's Creed Rogue is a decent spin-off title.
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EA Games' swords and sorcery epic raises the bar!
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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EA Games swaps sports for spells in Dragon Age: Inquisition, a fantasy RPG where chaos reigns in Thedas, tasking players with restoring order.
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94% of Kiwi schools turn to online resources for better education
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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A recent report on New Zealand schools show digital technology is being widely adopted and is contributing to higher student achievement.
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Apple releases developer kit for Apple Watch developers
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Apple unveils WatchKit for developers, paving the way for bespoke Apple Watch experiences before the device's launch.
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LittleBigPlanet 3 is platforming and creativity heaven
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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The popular platform gaming series returns and promises to be bigger than ever with the release of LittleBigPlanet 3 for both the PS4 and PS3.
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Android App Review: The SCP Foundation Online
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Dive into the eerie world of the SCP Foundation with its new app, a must-have for fans of the supernatural and unexplained.
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Could Facebook Groups be the next Messenger?
Wed, 19th Nov 2014
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Facebook launches a standalone app for Groups, aiming for more organised and efficient community interactions without forcing download.
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The IT Girls Club, for girls who want to code
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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The extra-curricular club provides girls opportunities to learn about coding, computer science and possible career opportunities.
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Find the right word with Oxford Learner's Thesaurus app
Tue, 18th Nov 2014
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Paragon Software Group launches Oxford Learner’s Thesaurus app for iPhone and iPad, boosting vocabulary skills with 17,000+ synonyms and detailed usage notes.
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Intimacy, mindset and innovation key for digital advertising success
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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The PwC Global entertainment and media outlook, 2014-2018, forecasts digital advertising will increase by 10.2% every year until 2018.
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Emirates increases mobile presence with iPhone app
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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iPhone represents the majority of the mobile traffic to the Emirates websites, which is why the company has launched on iOS first.
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Assassin's Creed Unity goes back to its roots
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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Assassin’s Creed Unity is a game that goes back to its roots as the gameplay feels more akin to the first two Assassin’s Creed games.
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BlackBerry and Samsung strategic partnership to boost enterprise security
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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BlackBerry and Samsung ally to elevate Android’s enterprise security, melding Samsung Knox with BlackBerry's BES12 for a robust solution.
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UPDATE: Global push to act on tax avoidance has broad support, English says
Sun, 16th Nov 2014
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There is broad global support for moves to curb international tax avoidance, New Zealand Finance Minister Bill English said on the sidelines of the.
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Polaroid-style prints for iPhone and Android in the works
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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French start-up Prynt is developing a smartphone case that doubles as a printer, allowing users to instantly print their photos.
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Android App Review: Vimeo
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Vimeo app review: A disappointing stumble with grades of potential left unrealised, plagued by bugs and signup issues.
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New Maori language app to help Dunedin families speak te reo
Fri, 14th Nov 2014
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Dunedin's new Aki app, a game-changing tool derived from University of Otago research, aims to boost te reo among young families.
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Move over Spotify, YouTube’s here
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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New licensing deals means unofficial streams posted by regular users are now more likely to disappear, replaced by official uploads from labels.