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Technology Gifts stories - Page 267

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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Expert guide: How to buy a wireless router
Sat, 1st Nov 2014
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wireless networks
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Discover how to transform your home with the latest wireless routers, enabling seamless connectivity across all devices. Say goodbye to cables!.
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The Apple CEO is gay... so what?
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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Apple CEO Tim Cook publicly acknowledges his sexual orientation as gay, a major step forward for the LGBT movement.
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Borderlands The Pre-Sequel flies to the moon
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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2k games
The Borderlands franchise skyrocketed to fame ever since the first game came out in 2009. Borderlands The Pre-Sequel comes out to tell us a different story.
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Looking back at this year's Ingram Micro Showcase
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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virtualisation
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it automation
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personal computing devices
Ingram Micro's NZ Technology Showcase dazzles with over 2000 attendees, making tech breakthroughs and industry networking the highlight of the year.
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Review: Motorola Moto G (Second Generation)
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Moto G's 2nd Gen ups the budget smartphone game with guaranteed Android Lollipop upgrade, improved design, and solid performance at £299.
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IDC report shows back to school promos and US appetite boost worldwide tablet market
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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personal computing devices
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lenovo
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apple
Boost from US hunger and school promos propels global tablet market up 11.5%, with 53.8 million units shipped in Q3, says IDC.
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Smartphones to grow beyond Samsung and Apple, IDC says
Fri, 31st Oct 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apple
International Data Corporation (IDC) Asia/Pacific says worldwide smartphone shipments have continued to increase and display a move away from Samsung and Apple.
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Destiny to expand with first expansion DLC announced
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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destiny
Activision and Bungie have announced the first DLC expansion pack that will be making its way into the game Destiny in December.
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Google's Lollipop biggest redesign of Android in years
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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google
The latest version of Google’s Android mobile operating system is being touted as the biggest redesign of Android in years.
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Xbox One goes into Overdrive!
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sunset overdrive
Xbox One's exclusive, 'Sunset Overdrive,' brings a comedic spin to apocalyptic chaos, showing it's okay not to take the end times so seriously.
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New anti-bullying computer game to promote cultural change in schools
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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cyberbullying
Cyberbullying and the links between violent computer games and real-life violence are all too frequent headline topics.
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Microsoft tempts buyers with slim, cheap smartphone model
Thu, 30th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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microsoft
The Lumia 830 is the thinnest and lightest Lumia in the flagship range and comes pre-loaded with Windows Phone 8.1.
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Virtual SIM - the disruptor or catalyst for a better customer experience
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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To remain relevant in a very competitive landscape, the operators will need to be more creative and deploy services beyond connectivity.
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FitBit announces new high performance line for fitness lovers
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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wearables
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healthtech
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personal computing devices
With the addition of these new products, Fitbit offers the widest variety of trackers, at affordable prices across all mobile platforms.
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Aerohive and Apple join forces to bring technology to the classroom
Wed, 29th Oct 2014
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e-learning
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personal computing devices
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apple
Aerohive Networks has announced it will provide the Wi-Fi infrastructure to support Apple’s connection to ConnectED.
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Will the virtual sim break the telco strangle hold?
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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personal computing devices
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apple
Soft sims will allow users to switch from one network to another, just like switching out your sim card, instead it’s all done with software.
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Ten traits to look for when hiring for your start up
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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personal computing devices
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apple
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technology gifts
Traits to look for in start-up hires: motivation, curiosity, can-do attitude, balls, hunger, humour, impact, flexibility, audacity, competitiveness. 🚀.
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New Kiwi app makes it easy for job seekers
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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apps
There is a gap in the Kiwi market for a quality app that would offer an easy, free and fast way for skills to be offered and traded in local areas.
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SKY TV Announces Video on Demand Service
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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uc
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
SkyTV to launch ad-free VOD service NEON in December, offering HBO, AMC, FX shows like Game of Thrones. Includes 30-day trial, costs $20/month.
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Armageddon Expo 2014 was a tremendous success
Tue, 28th Oct 2014
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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technology gifts
Armageddon Expo 2014 could have been one gone down as one of the event's best in history thanks to the number of high-profile names that attended this year.