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Technology Gifts stories - Page 196

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: D-Link Powerline AV2 1000 HD Gigabit
Thu, 22nd Sep 2016
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For a near bomb-proof means of filling in that pesky WiFi coverage hole, this offering from D-Link will be exactly what the doctor ordered.
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First impressions of macOS Sierra: Destined to fly or fated to pie?
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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macos
Today macOS Sierra is finally available as a free download for Mac users. It is still only early days, but here are my first impressions.
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Apple release new free OS update for Mac – hello Siri!
Wed, 21st Sep 2016
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personal computing devices
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apple
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siri
Apple unveils macOS Sierra, a free update bringing Siri to the Mac, enhancing desktop collaboration and multitasking.
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Modest outlook for smartwatch market expected, set to swell in 2020
Tue, 20th Sep 2016
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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apple
New smartwatch shipments are expected to see only modest growth for the remainder of 2016, despite the Apple Watch establishing a new benchmark.
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Hands-on review: Sony MDR1000x Bluetooth Headphones
Mon, 19th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
​Sony have an impeccable sense of timing. Almost straight after Apples headphone socketless iPhone 7 launched, their new Bluetooth headphones arrived.
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Trend Micro tackles ransomware threat with new software
Mon, 19th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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malware
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ransomware
Trend Micro unveils its latest defence against cyber threats, promising robust protection from ransomware and evolving malware.
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Madden NFL 17 scores another touchdown
Mon, 19th Sep 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
This year’s iteration of the veteran American football sim, Madden NFL 17, is all about opening up the series to new fans.
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The Road to Battlefield 1
Sat, 17th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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battlefield
To celebrate the release of Battlefield 1 next month, EA are keeping the action going in Battlefield 4 and Battlefield Hardline.
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TVNZ OnDemand app is now available to download on Xbox One
Fri, 16th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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You can now watch your favourite TV shows on the Xbox One. The TVNZ OnDemand app is now available on Microsoft's console.
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Robot battle game 'Grabity' takes out top spot in KiwiGameStarter programme
Fri, 16th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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game developers association
Kiwi game developers 'Team Ninja Thumbs' are soaring to new heights, after their game 'Grabity' scored the top spot in the KiwiGameStarter contest.
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Hands-on review: QNAP TVS-882T - all new Thunderbolt 2 NAS technology
Thu, 15th Sep 2016
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
The new family of business-grade NAS drives from QNAP are targeting creative professionals, with lightening-fast capabilities perfect for 4K editing.
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EA Sports FIFA 17 demo now available
Wed, 14th Sep 2016
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gaming
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Get a kickstart on the pitch with the EA Sports FIFA 17 demo, featuring top teams and The Journey mode, now out for major consoles and PC.
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Review: ReCore is a great game sadly bogged down by several issues
Wed, 14th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
ReCore is out now on Xbox One and Windows 10 and is a fun action adventure game. Sadly, the experience is hindered by a lot of design flaws.
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Forza Horizon 3 demo is available to download on Xbox One today
Tue, 13th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
Get a taste of the Australian Outback with the Forza Horizon 3 demo, now speeding onto Xbox One with prestigious motors ready to roar.
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What Is The Tomorrow Children On PlayStation 4 About?
Mon, 12th Sep 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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A PS4 game has been released called The Tomorrow Children. We gave the game a go and it's unlike many other titles out there.
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Grumpy tech guy: Apple, this isn't courage - it's arrogance
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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personal computing devices
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bluetooth
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apple
Tech veteran slams Apple over iPhone 7's 'courageous' jack removal, calling it a profit-driven insult to users' intelligence.
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'Positive outlook' for Indonesia smartphone shipments as Samsung, Oppo and Asus maintain market share
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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samsung
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Increased activities by vendors as well as locals looking to upgrade their mobile phones due to improvements in their lifestyles, have spurred demand.
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Study finds the key drivers behind growing app economy in APJ
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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cloud services
​CA Technologies recently announced the Asia Pacific and Japan (APJ) results of a global Economist Intelligence Unit survey.
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Hands-on review: Xiaomi Redmi Note 3
Fri, 9th Sep 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
With dodgy software and designs created by 3 year olds, Chinese Smartphones have consistently been cheap toys. Xiaomi are changing that.
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M1's Singapore data center to host new managed cybersecurity suite
Thu, 8th Sep 2016
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ddos
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hyperscale
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dc
Singapore’s M1 data center has become a hub for cybersecurity as it partners with major security companies including Palo Alto Networks & Trend Micro.