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Technology Gifts stories - Page 173

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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Oppo and Noel Leeming team-up to bring groundbreaking camera-phones to NZ
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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Oppo partners with Noel Leeming to offer cutting-edge camera-phones in over 70 stores across NZ, featuring top models like A77, A57, and R9s.
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GhostClicker adware infiltrated 300 apps on Google Play
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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A pervasive auto-clicking adware by the name of GhostClicker has infected as many as 340 apps from Google Play.
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Has VR gone too far? The mind-boggling virtual reality pinball machine is here
Fri, 18th Aug 2017
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Rusty Oak reinvents pinball in VR with Hurl VR, a tactical puzzler that's hitting Steam, challenging players' wit and reflexes.
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AV-Comparatives recognises ESET Mac & parental control solutions in latest testing round
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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ESET’s Mac Security and online child protection products have been officially certified by security software testers AV-Comparatives this week.
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Hands-on review: Sony’s latest OLED TV delivers an unparalleled viewing experience
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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Sony's new Bravia OLED TV astonishes with futuristic features, marrying pinnacle image quality with crystal-clear, innovative sound tech.
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Motorola’s self-repairing screen could be the turning point for your phone’s war on concrete
Thu, 17th Aug 2017
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The phone would be able to sense the cracks on the touchscreen display and then apply heat to reshape and repair the damage...
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Hands-on review- D-Link Full HD 180-Degree Wi-Fi Network Camera
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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smart home
D-Link's latest Wi-Fi camera wows with 180-degree view and effortless setup; a must for Android users seeking all-room clarity.
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Sony’s Xperia XZ Premium lands in NZ and it’s not cheap
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Consumers can get their hands on the Xperia XZ Premium in 'luminous chrome' for the low, low price of $1,200...
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Review: Matterfall offers fast-paced side scrolling action on PS4
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Developer Housemarque is renowned for its fun side scrolling action games. Matterfall is the studio's newest game and it's very fun and action packed.
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Huawei phones more popular than Apple, who would have guessed?
Wed, 16th Aug 2017
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Huawei outshines Apple in Central and Eastern Europe with a savvy focus on affordable, yet capable smartphones.
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Kiwi media design project, Girls in Games, celebrates its 5th birthday
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Girls in Games, NZ's acclaimed STEM initiative, marks its 5th year inspiring young women to explore game development.
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All Samsung phones will now have fingerprint scanners, yes, even the low-range ones
Tue, 15th Aug 2017
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Enhanced by latest AI technology, BioSign 2.0 supports small fingerprint sensors and offers a robust authentication experience...
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Samsung opts with Suprema BioSign solution for its latest smartphones
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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​Suprema's BioSign mobile fingerprint authentication algorithm has been picked up by Samsung for its Galaxy J5 2017 and Galaxy A7 smartphones.
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Fun for all ages: New study says yep, videogames are good for all Kiwis
Mon, 14th Aug 2017
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A new report has dealt a blow to those in the anti-videogame club, showing that video and computer games have positive effects on the way Kiwis learn.
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Hands-on review: The 3SIXT action-camera is giving GoPro a run for its money
Sat, 12th Aug 2017
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The 3SIXT camera: a credible contender, challenging GoPro with its full HD, 360-degree prowess and a budget-friendly price tag.
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Return to the wasteland with your very own pip-boy: Fallout 4 game of the year edition is here
Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Embark on the ultimate Fallout 4 journey with the Game of the Year edition; survival mode, HD graphics, and all DLC included.
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Vendors moving up and down the ranks in mixed bag wearable band market
Fri, 11th Aug 2017
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Apple has fallen to third place in the market, overtaken by both Xiaomi and Fitbit - despite the latter experiencing a 34% year-on-year decline.
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Paragon Software previews 16th version of Hard Disk Manager
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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Create Backup Job Wizard has several built-in automatic backup strategies to choose from, or users can create their own.
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Smartphone and OS market – good for some, not so good for others
Thu, 10th Aug 2017
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ios
The data revealed Apple and Samsung continue to spearhead smartphone sales, each holding five models on the top 10 best-selling list.
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Game to your favourite tunes: The Spotify app has finally arrived on Xbox One
Wed, 9th Aug 2017
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Spotify has been available on PS4 for several months, but now the music streaming service is available now on Xbox One.