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Technology Gifts stories - Page 272

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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Entrepreneur X Factor coming to a town near you
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Are you an entrepreneur at heart and want to know if you’ve got what it takes? Season 3 of Entrepreneur X may be just the thing for you.
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Review: Samsung Galaxy K Zoom
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Is the Samsung Galaxy K Zoom the ultimate all in one phone camera for the discerning photographer or just another toy?.
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Review: Plantronics RIG Headset and Mixer
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Plantronics RIG headset and mixer reviews are in, offering seamless gaming and call integration, setting a new benchmark for connected gamers.
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Review: Epson Workforce Pro WF-4630 Multi Function Printer
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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The Epson Workforce Pro WF-4630, a multifunction inkjet printer with laser-quality speed and precision, promises to redefine office printing.
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Netflix: Not only a danger to the neighbourhood video shop
Tue, 7th Oct 2014
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Netflix's dominion goes beyond harming local video shops, as Verizon halts its streaming service, marking a seismic shift for rivals globally.
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iOS App Review: Framatic
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Framatic: A top app for photo enthusiasts wanting to mesh multiple images into one masterpiece. Boasts heaps of features, even in its free version.
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The beautiful game: FIFA 15
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Is EA Sports’ top-selling football franchise still on form? Game Console’s Darren Price takes a look at the PlayStation 4 version of the game.
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Kim Kardashian: Hollywood on Facebook.
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Kim Kardashian's virtual world expands as Facebook partners with Glu to launch Kim Kardashian: Hollywood game, now with Italy adventures.
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Does your phone fit anywhere ?
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Fashion houses to redesign pockets for phones as iPhone 6's size challenges the current designs, especially in women's clothing.
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Kiwis fall foul of Twitter’s dark side
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Any time you use a social media service, it provides an additional opportunity for spammers, scammers and malicious masterminds to take advantage.
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Forget Tinder or Grindr, meet the Cuddlr app
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
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Discover the Cuddlr app, where instead of hook-ups, it's all about cuddles with strangers, creating a haven for no-pressure intimacy.
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Film review: Night Moves
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Night Moves offers a tense, slow-paced journey with outstanding performances, as three radicals’ dam-busting mission has unforeseen and deadly consequences.
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Headwinds for Baboom as Dotcom calls it quits
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Kim Dotcom exits Baboom music venture, casting doubt on its revolutionary free music model amid industry defiance.
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Getting the blues from our modern txting lifestyle
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Modern texting breeds anxiety, with the 'typing awareness indicator' on iPhones causing more emotional turmoil than the messages themselves.
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Review: Kaynex Sydnee
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Kanex Sydnee review: A sleek solution to the family charging chaos, powering up 4 devices simultaneously and cutting down cable mess.
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Game Interview: Design Director for Driveclub Simon Barlow
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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The Design Director for Driveclub Simon Barlow was in New Zealand last weekend to promote the game at Digital Nationz.
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Review: Monster Adidas Headphones
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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In a clash of titans, Monster Adidas headphones aim to usurp Beats with style and an audio-sharing feature, despite minor quality gripes.
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Review: Monster Octagon headphones
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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The Monster Octagon has taken over as my daily headphones, purely because of its Monster sound. Are they about to make you tap out?.
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Review: Nokia Lumia 930
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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The Nokia Lumia 930 impresses with features like a 20MP camera and wireless charging, but developer support and software stability remain major hurdles.
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Review: Alienware 18 Gaming Laptop
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
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Alienware 18 impresses in size and specs, but its move from gaming beast to Dell's flashy party trick leaves long-time fans feeling nostalgic.