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Technology Gifts stories - Page 175

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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Review: Nioh's Defiant Honor expansion will keep challenging players
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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It goes without saying that Nioh is one of the hardest games you will ever play. Well the new Defiant Honor DLC will give you an even bigger challenge.
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4.5G might become irrelevant faster than you think: Apple granted license to test 5G networks
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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wireless networks
Apple accelerates into the 5G future with a licence to test cutting-edge networks, potentially leaving 4.5G in the dust.
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Focus young Padawan: Dr. Kawashima’s Brain Training is back
Mon, 31st Jul 2017
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digital entertainment
Dr. Kawashima's Brain Training returns on Nintendo 3DS, offering new brain workouts designed to sharpen focus and memory amid overwhelming daily information.
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Turn your finger into a smartphone: The world’s first voice operated smart-ring
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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siri
Hong Kong startup Origami Labs unveils ORII, the world’s first voice-operated smart-ring using bone conduction, turning your finger into a smartphone.
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Halo's Master Chief and Cortana voice actors are coming to Auckland Armageddon Expo
Fri, 28th Jul 2017
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The voices behind the Halo franchise's Master Chief and Cortana are coming to the Auckland Armageddon Expo later this year.
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Malware found prowling within every app of alternative Android store
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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malware
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cybersecurity
Malware researcher at ESET, Lukáš Štefanko says this is the first time he has ever seen an entire Android market infected like that.
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Kiwi developers promise the next big AR game, will it steal the crown from Pokemon Go?
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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ar, vr & metaverse
Ambidexter's UnderVerse AR RPG debuts in NZ and Australia, challenging Pokemon Go with a revolutionary meld of AR and traditional RPG play.
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iOS gets another round of critical security updates to block major security holes
Thu, 27th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
Apple’s iOS 10.3.3 has undergone an urgent update after massive security holes were discovered in many of the system’s functions.
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Hands-on impressions from the Destiny 2 open beta for consoles
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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An open beta for Destiny 2 happened on both PS4 and Xbox One and it gave us a preview on both the single player campaign and the multiplayer modes.
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Gaming Gramps: Elders across ANZ take up controllers to help ward off dementia
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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Aussie elders join the gaming revolution, picking up controllers to boost brain health and keep dementia at bay.
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Vodafone's epic new V8 smartphone comes with all the latest bells and whistles
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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fingerprint scanners
Boasting all of the latest gadgets these three smartphones promise to deliver everything a user needs for a lower price...
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Siri versus Bixby: Can Samsung’s artificial intelligence compete?
Mon, 24th Jul 2017
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
Samsung rolls out Bixby, a bold rival to Siri, poised to redefine smartphone AI prowess on Galaxy devices. Will it charm users?.
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Have your socks scared off in Get Even, a psychological thriller game
Sun, 23rd Jul 2017
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Get Even is a psychological thriller set in an old asylum. It’s also a puzzle game, a stealth game, an action game and a horror game.
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Final Fantasy XIV expands with Stormblood
Sun, 23rd Jul 2017
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gaming
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Final Fantasy XIV: Stormblood expands the beloved MMORPG with new zones, jobs, and a gripping tale of liberation, enhancing the game's enduring allure.
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Sledgehammer Games reveals trailer for Nazi Zombies in Call of Duty: WWII
Fri, 21st Jul 2017
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It won't be a Call of Duty game without zombies so Sledgehammer Games has you covered in Call of Duty: WWII. The new Nazi Zombies mode has been...
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Forza Motorsport 7 features exquisite cars from Porsche, Lamborghini and Ferrari
Thu, 20th Jul 2017
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Microsoft has revealed a large list of cars that you can drive in Forza Motorsport 7, It includes a large collection of Porsches and Lamborghinis...
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Ubisoft announces Just Dance World Cup qualification rounds
Wed, 19th Jul 2017
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If you are very good at playing Just Dance, you can try to become a World Champion by trying to qualify for the finals.
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Coding for kids? littleBits teaches the essentials through intuitive games
Wed, 19th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The littleBits Code Kit is an introduction to coding in the classroom that promises it will engage students and teachers alike...
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Toy Story is being brought to life in Kingdom Hearts III
Mon, 17th Jul 2017
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Disney has revealed a new trailer showcasing the Toy Story world in Kingdom Hearts III, where Sora, Donald, and Goofy team up with Woody and Buzz.
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Hands-on review: HP Sprocket, the portable instant printer
Sat, 15th Jul 2017
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The HP Sprocket harkens back to the days of Polaroid cameras, giving you the ability to print photos anywhere, at any time.