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Technology Gifts stories - Page 190

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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Could Android instant apps be significant for the enterprise?
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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It's still very early days for Android Instant Apps, with no solid information existing at present as to when a wider release may happen.
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Half of Chinese smartphone market owned by three vendors
Tue, 7th Feb 2017
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The Chinese smartphone market is a hot place to be right now, with massive growth being experienced by all the major vendors in particular.
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Review: Nioh is a Dark Souls-like video game that is brutally difficult
Mon, 6th Feb 2017
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Nioh is probably the hardest game you will ever play in 2017. However if you are skilled enough, there is a lot to see and do in this game.
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Dominating Apple not immune to tablet market woe, Lenovo ‘one to watch’
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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Even the holiday quarter of 2016 couldn't save the dwindling tablet market as it continued its spirally decline, IDC says.
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BlackBerry makes moves with its global expansion of crisis communication software
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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BlackBerry steps up as it takes its cutting-edge crisis communication software global, bolstering security in 8 new languages.
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Film review: Our alternative take on Resident Evil: The Final Chapter
Fri, 3rd Feb 2017
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For those interested in the overarching story as to how the T-Virus started, the clones and what went so horribly wrong, you will get answers.
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Apple pips Samsung following ‘roller coaster’ year for the smartphone
Thu, 2nd Feb 2017
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The global smartphone market experienced growth in Q4 2016, with vendors shipping a total of 428.5 million units, according to IDC.
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Apple’s first quarter results are out – and the news is (mostly) good
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Apple joyously beats forecasts with record holiday revenue, as iPhone 7 Plus sales surge, despite a slump in iPad figures.
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Trump’s tough talk may crush Asian vendors’ US plans
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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The global smartphone market is in a good place. Or perhaps was until Trump made his intended plans clear, that would affect all of Asia's industries.
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Hands-on review: The motherboard of motherboards - Maximus IX Formula
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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What we have in the lab today is the latest flagship motherboard from ASUS’s renowned Republic of Gamers range, the Maximus IX Formula.
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Hands-on impressions with the Nintendo Switch console, Zelda and more
Wed, 1st Feb 2017
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Nintendo was kind enough to invite Netguide to play on the Nintendo Switch console and a couple of games this week. Is it better than the Wii U?.
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343 set to livestream Halo Wars 2 to celebrate its launch
Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Join 343 Industries for a first look at Halo Wars 2 via livestream, with gameplay, dev chats, and prizes ahead of Feb 21 launch.
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Robust Office 365, Azure push Microsoft revenue, profit up
Tue, 31st Jan 2017
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Microsoft’s cloud push has seen the company post strong results for Q2 2017, with Office 365 and intelligent cloud leading the charge.
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A return to form for Resident Evil VII Biohazard
Sun, 29th Jan 2017
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Netguide's Darren Price checks out the latest terrifying game in the Resident Evil series, Resident Evil VII Biohazard.
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Civilization VI reaches new heights
Sat, 28th Jan 2017
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Sid Meier's Civilization VI excels in turn-based strategy, drawing players into a polished, intuitive empire-building experience.
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Film review: Resident Evil: The Final Chapter concludes the movie franchise
Fri, 27th Jan 2017
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The Resident Evil movie franchise has been going on since 2002 and the series reaches its conclusion this year with The Final Chapter.
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Apple could be close to manufacturing deal in India
Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Apple poised to forge manufacturing ties in India, eyeing local iPhone assembly in a burgeoning smartphone market.
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Apple vs Qualcomm: Two more lawsuits in semiconductor war
Thu, 26th Jan 2017
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Apple files two lawsuits against Qualcomm in China, alleging violation of anti-monopoly law and patent license terms.
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Apple issues security patches for…just about everything
Wed, 25th Jan 2017
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Apple rolls out sweeping security updates, plugging flaws in everything from iOS to iCloud. Users urged to patch swiftly.
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More DLC for Dark Souls III
Tue, 24th Jan 2017
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Brace for agony, Dark Souls III fans—new DLC, The Ringed City, descends into chaos on March 28th, promising even grimmer challenges.