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Technology Gifts stories - Page 132

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: The Nokia 7.1 smartphone
Mon, 26th Nov 2018
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The Nokia 7.1 is Nokia’s new mid-range smartphone offering, meant to offer amazing specs at an affordable price.
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Hands-on review: Razer Infrit Streaming Headset
Mon, 26th Nov 2018
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Razer's Infrit Streaming Headset is a lightweight, discreet option designed for maximum performance without face obstructions, perfect for streamers.
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Hands-on review: Play as Agent 47 in Hitman 2
Fri, 23rd Nov 2018
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My introduction to Hitman 2 was a positive one because the first stage in this new game is set in the Hawke’s Bay.
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Hands-on review: Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan
Fri, 23rd Nov 2018
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The Dyson Pure Cool Purifying Fan clears the air and brings relief from allergies with efficient HEPA filters and smart mobile app controls. Here's our review.
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Hyperscalers hurling colossal capital at data centres
Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
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The old proverb ‘you have to spend money to make money’ could never be truer than in the hyperscale data centre industry.
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The Dunedin gaming firm helping a US animal rescue centre
Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
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animal welfare
Runaway Play is rallying behind animal welfare and helping out a US no-kill animal rescue and adoption centre.
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The Just Cause 4 mayhem is nearly upon us
Thu, 22nd Nov 2018
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I was only a few minutes into my preview session with Just Cause 4 when I realised that I was in for some trouble.
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Valve stops Steam Link hardware sales; promotes Android app instead
Wed, 21st Nov 2018
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mobile gaming
Valve announced that its supply of Steam Link hardware has sold out – and by the looks of it, it won’t be making any more.
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The Secrets of Dr. Wu expands Jurassic World Evolution
Wed, 21st Nov 2018
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Players are in control of two hidden research facilities on Isla Muerta and Isla Tacaño where Dr. Henry Wu is developing a new generation of hybrid dinosaurs.
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Hands-on review: Spyro Reignited Trilogy brings back the PSOne icon
Wed, 21st Nov 2018
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Spyro Reignited Trilogy is a great remake that features new school graphics with old fashioned style of gameplay.
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NZ-grown fitness app draws on augmented reality
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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Fitness junkie Amy Lee Summers has launched an AR fitness app, Amy Lee Fit, which features fitness plans, recipes and more.
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BlackBerry buys out cybersecurity AI firm Cylance
Tue, 20th Nov 2018
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BlackBerry is acquiring cybersecurity firm Cylance for $1.4bn in cash, allowing the latter to operate as an independent business unit.
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Hands-on review: Intel Core i7 8086K Limited Edition
Mon, 19th Nov 2018
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Whilst I’ve seen commemorative coins and stamps, I’ve never seen a commemorative CPU. Intel’s Core i7 8086K is exactly that.
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Mobile Infrastructure market sees fastest growth since 2014
Mon, 19th Nov 2018
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network infrastructure
The report from Dell’Oro shows that while the vendor rankings for the top three vendors remained unchanged with Huawei, Ericsson, and Nokia leading.
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Hands-on review: Logitech G1 Pro Gaming Headphones and Mouse
Mon, 19th Nov 2018
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Logitech's G1 Pro gaming mouse and headphones impress with precise control and crystal-clear sound, ideal for the serious gamer seeking top-tier performance.
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Star Wars: Jedi Challenges expands to the dark side
Fri, 16th Nov 2018
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Star Wars: Jedi Challenges expands with a Dark Side pack, featuring AR duels against Rey and Yoda, plus multiplayer content. Starter kit required.
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Huawei unveils new cloud region in South Africa
Fri, 16th Nov 2018
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The announcement makes it the world’s first cloud service provider that operates a local data centre to provide cloud services in Africa.
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Study claims Denmark has been misled by hyperscale data centres
Thu, 15th Nov 2018
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Despite repeated assurances from Danish ministers, almost none of the new hyperscale data centres are reusing their waste heat.
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Royole's FlexPai: So bendable phablets are a reality now
Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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Royole's FlexPai, the world's first commercial foldable phablet, promises revolutionary design and cutting-edge technology, set to redefine mobile devices.
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Hands-on review: Having fun in Knowledge is Power: Decades and Chimparty
Wed, 14th Nov 2018
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They don’t revolutionise social video gaming, but they are enjoyable enough to occupy you during a wet weekend.