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Technology Gifts stories - Page 149

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: World of Warriors clashes on PS4
Fri, 23rd Mar 2018
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World of Warriors was originally released on mobile phones and tablets, but now the game has clashed onto the PS4. Is this PS4 version worth it?.
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Intel delivers huge leap forward with 8th Generation Core desktop processor range
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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Intel's latest offering steps things up a notch, increasing the total core count while infusing the units with company's Hyper-Threading Technology.
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Unboxing the media kit treasure chest for Sea of Thieves
Thu, 22nd Mar 2018
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Xbox NZ was kind enough to send FutureFiveNZ a media kit for the Xbox One/Windows 10 PC game Sea of Thieves. The extra cool stuff came inside of a...
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Research: HP took lion’s share of PC shipments in 4Q17
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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Traditional PC shipments in Australia grew 2.2% in Q4 2017, outpacing the global market's growth of 0.5%, according to IDC.
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Five million Android devices possibly infected with 'aggressive' pre-installed adware
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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Nearly five million Android devices may have pre-installed 'RottenSys' adware, researchers reveal, implicating distributors in the alarming spread.
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Special Australian band to sing while you play Sea of Thieves this weekend
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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Sea of Thieves is out now in Australia and New Zealand and gamers from those countries are in for a special treat. You might be getting a concert.
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LPL's Dragon Ball FighterZ NZ national finals is happening tonight
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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Let's Play Live (LPL) travelled across the country to find the best Dragon Ball FighterZ players in New Zealand. It's now down to the final eight!.
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Smartwatches forecast to dominate wearables market by 2022
Wed, 21st Mar 2018
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It’s been hyped about for years, but according to IDC smartwatches are finally beginning to make an impact on the wearables market.
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Microsoft and BlackBerry partner to further integrate offerings
Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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Microsoft and BlackBerry have entered a partnership that allows for greater integration between BlackBerry and Microsoft offerings.
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Intel releases a tiny VR-ready PC
Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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Great for VR enthusiasts and workload-heavy content creators, it will be Intel’s smallest premium VR-capable system on the market.
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EA Games returns to Paradise City
Tue, 20th Mar 2018
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EA Games' <em>Burnout Paradise Remastered</em> breathes new life into the classic racer with stunning 4K visuals, 60fps, and all extra content bundled free.
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Australia beats NZ in World of Tanks' 8 tonne tank pulling event
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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To celebrate the release of World of Tanks 1.0, a special tank pulling event was held in Australia. The Kiwi was not stronger than the Ozzie.
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Apple to acquire digital magazine service
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Apple announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Texture, the digital magazine subscription service by Next Issue Media.
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Hands-on review: Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition packs a lot of extra content
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Final Fantasy XV Royal Edition adds loads of new content for players to explore. Is this version of the game worth revisiting FFXV?.
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Hands-on review: Security and elegance meet with Ring
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Ring's Spotlight Cam seamlessly blends security with style, featuring HD video, motion-activated lights, and two-way audio, all controllable via mobile.
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Hands-on review: Change is constant - unless you’re the iPhone 8 Plus
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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After using the iPhone 8 Plus for the last six months, I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s a model for those wanting the safety of the familiar.
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Bayonetta 2 comes to Switch
Mon, 19th Mar 2018
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Nintendo Switch users can now enjoy Bayonetta 2, a former Wii U exclusive, which includes a download code for the original game in boxed copies.
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Finally! Your very own AI chief of security
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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Every day a piece of science-fiction becomes real. Today, it's a cybersecurity offering that learns how to protect you without straining your CPU.
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How Google secured more than two billion Android devices
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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Despite all of the breaches across platforms last year Google remains optimistic about their security progress.
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Lara Croft returns later this year in Shadow of the Tomb Raider
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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The Tomb Raider movie out now is not the only thing Lara Croft fans can get excited about because she will be in Shadow of the Tomb Raider.