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Technology Gifts stories - Page 93

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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Hands-on review: ASUS ZenWiFi AC (CT8)
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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ASUS’ new ZenWiFi AC3000 Whole-Home Mesh Wi-Fi System is the perfect way to create a reliable and secure mesh network in your business or home.
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Apple rolls out new App Store restrictions in response to COVID-19
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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The tech giant has also banned outright entertainment or game apps which use the coronavirus as a theme or central idea.
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Super Mario jumps into the real world through new LEGO game
Mon, 16th Mar 2020
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Nintendo is joining forces with LEGO to bring a new physical game experience to kids (and kidults) who can’t get enough of Super Mario.
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Game review: Nioh 2 is a tough challenge
Fri, 13th Mar 2020
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Though stunning and challenging, Nioh 2 pushes the boundaries with its punishing difficulty, new mechanics, and intricate dark realms. Can you survive?.
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'No sleep: Must game' - research hints at the rise of binge gaming on mobile
Thu, 12th Mar 2020
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Binge gaming sessions last an average of over four hours, with young gamers aged 18-25 averaging over six hours, according to LimeLight Networks.
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82% growth in Q4 2019 indicates growing appetite for wearables
Wed, 11th Mar 2020
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IDC reports the popularity of hearables was behind the unprecedented growth – the headphones and ear pods market captured 55.3% of the entire market.
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Zynga to launch Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells mobile game
Wed, 11th Mar 2020
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Zynga soft launched the game in ‘select markets’, with plans to roll out the game worldwide – but for some, it might be a bit of a wait.
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Coronavirus delaying iWorld Australia shipments
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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iWorld Australia urges customers to order now due to delays caused by the coronavirus outbreak in China and surrounding countries.
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Final Fantasy VII remake preview & developer interview
Tue, 10th Mar 2020
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Square Enix breathes new life into Final Fantasy VII with an expansive remake. We preview the game and chat with director Yoshinori Kitase.
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Microsoft & Mogul launch Age of Empires II Asia Cup
Mon, 9th Mar 2020
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The AOE II Asia Cup will run in four seasons. The top four teams from each season will land a place in the AOE Asia Cup Major.
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Oppo reveals its 5G-capable Find X2 Pro
Fri, 6th Mar 2020
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Oppo has launched its 5G-ready Find X2 Pro in New Zealand, showcasing top-tier display, camera, and charging capabilities at NZD $1,899.
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Samsung's commitment to eSIMs to overhaul market - report
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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Samsung’s adoption of eSIM technology in its S20 range is set to surge global shipments to over 225 million, transforming the smartphone market.
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IDC: Smartphone market bounce-back delayed by COVID-19
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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The disruption to the manufacturing centres in China will cause a huge dip in the growth of the global smartphone market for 2020.
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Hands-on review: JBL Link Bar, the three-in-one smart speaker
Thu, 5th Mar 2020
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JBL's Link Bar merges a sound bar, Android TV, and Google Home into one sleek device offering high sound quality with smart home integration.
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The Ultimate Ears HYPERBOOM: Big sound in a little shoebox?
Wed, 4th Mar 2020
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Oskar Howell spoke to UE principal product manager Doug Ebert about UE’s latest speaker, and how UE plans to change the sound system landscape.
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Just two smartphone makers saw growth in Q4 2019 as global sales decline
Wed, 4th Mar 2020
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Apple and Xiaomi were the only top smartphone vendors to gain in Q4 2019, as global sales dipped 0.4% year over year, Gartner reports.
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Hands-on review: Satisfye Limited Edition bundle for Nintendo Switch
Wed, 4th Mar 2020
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When I discovered the Satisfye Grip, I was excited about the possibility of a product that fixes the Switch’s biggest flaw.
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Mobile game downloads jump 40% in three years
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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The market is the single largest revenue source of the entire gaming industry, and downloads have been rising steadily since 2016.
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PUBG Mobile cracks down on dirty cheaters
Tue, 3rd Mar 2020
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PUBG Mobile steps up anti-cheat efforts with Project: Ban Pan, boasting a 95% violation catch rate and 8,000 daily 10-year bans to ensure fair gameplay.
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Xbox drops more hints about the Series X console
Fri, 28th Feb 2020
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Xbox teases more about the Series X, promising the fastest console yet with cutting-edge processing and graphics but keeps some details under wraps.