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Technology Gifts stories - Page 150

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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Is there an answer for soaring numbers of cyberbullying cases?
Fri, 16th Mar 2018
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In the wake of the mass digitisation taking homes by storm, cyberbullying and online harassment has accelerated 60 percent with no signs of slowing.
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NZ entrepreneurs launch interactive learning ‘games’ for kids
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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The Zingoshi Chronicles, a transmedia project created by two New Zealand entrepreneurs comprises books, video games, and eventually a TV series.
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Siri watch out, Google is gunning for your job
Thu, 15th Mar 2018
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In a fresh move against Siri, Google launches its Assistant on iPads, bringing enhanced smart home capabilities to Apple's larger screens.
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NZ strongman Mathew Ragg will be pulling a tank to celebrate the release of World of Tanks 1.0
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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World of Tanks version 1.0 is due to be released soon and to celebrate the occasion, a special strongman competition is being held over in Australia.
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Fortnite is coming to mobile, as if it wasn’t addictive enough
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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On phones and tablets, Fortnite is the same 100-player game you know from PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC, and Mac.
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The little robot slave that will clean your floor... Maybe
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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Electrolux PUREi9 robot vacuum, app-controlled for easy home cleaning, blends tech & design. Launching Mar 15.
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Hands-on review: ASUS ROG STRIX XG35V curved gaming monitor
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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ASUS's ROG STRIX XG35V offers gamers a stunning ultra-wide display with a 100Hz refresh rate and AMD's FreeSync.
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Social enterprise develops game for learning sign language
Wed, 14th Mar 2018
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The game has passed the prototype stage, and SeeCom are currently doing research to produce the full game version.
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Windows Phones officially dead as market share drops by 99.7%
Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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Once dominant, Windows Phones are officially dead as market share plummets by 99.7%. Apple's iOS now leads with 56.2%, followed by Android at 43.8%.
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This camera’s easy installation is revolutionising security
Tue, 13th Mar 2018
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LightCam’s smart bulb design makes security camera installation as simple as screwing in a light bulb, revolutionising home surveillance with minimal hassle.
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Hands-on review: Linksys WRT32X Gaming Router
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Linksys' WRT32X Gaming Router boasts superior performance for discerning gamers. FutureFive's Darren Price takes a look.
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Google puts Mario on the map
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Google partners with Nintendo to bring Mario to Google Maps for a week as part of a birthday celebration, turning navigation arrows into the iconic plumber.
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Haier to launch all-scenario smart home solution
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Haier unveils an all-scenario smart home solution integrating living spaces and essential systems, customisable through its pioneering 4+7+N concept.
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Hands-on review: Super Lucky's Tale 'Gilly Island' DLC takes us to a tropical paradise
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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2018 now greets us with some new content from Super Lucky's Tale called the 'Gilly Island DLC'. It's an entirely new hub world.
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Hands-on review: Acer Switch 5
Mon, 12th Mar 2018
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Acer's Switch 5 hybrid laptop, though pricey at USD $1600-$1800, offers solid performance for everyday tasks with its 1440p touchscreen and detachable keyboard.
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Amazon and Facebook make 2017 the year of hyperscale
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Hyperscale operators' capex surged 19% in Q4 2017, hitting $22bn. Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple and Facebook are the five biggest spenders.
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Crash Bandicoot, Super Smash Bros. and more games getting released to the Nintendo Switch
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Nintendo Direct was held earlier today and Nintendo made lots of exciting announcements for the Switch console.
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45% of smartphones will use full-screen designs in 2018 - Research
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Expect more notches, under-display fingerprint readers and camera integration to apps as bezels begin to fade away.
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Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 officially announced with new October release date
Fri, 9th Mar 2018
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Activision has now announced the official release date for Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 and it's coming earlier than expected.
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BlackBerry aims to secure IoT devices
Thu, 8th Mar 2018
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BlackBerry inks a deal with Punkt Tronics AG to integrate its cybersecurity technology into IoT devices, aiming to secure home and enterprise networks.