Technology Gifts stories - Page 192
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.
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.

Former Polycom & Motorola exec the new top dog at BMC
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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hybrid & remote work
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motorola
Peter Leav has been named as the new CEO of BMC Software, replacing Bob Beauchamp who will stay on as chairman of the Board of Directors.

Hands-on review: MYNT smart tracker - never lose anything again
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
MYNT smart tracker's review unveils a tech marvel that vows to end the days of lost keys and wandering pets, all for a crisp NZ$30.

Hands-on review: Viewsonic XG2703-GS - the whole package
Thu, 15th Dec 2016
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
This is a decent gaming monitor with a very high refresh rate that would work great with a high-end PC for the ultimate gaming package.

HP’s sleek new line-up to shake up the PC gaming market
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
HP has outdone themselves with this new range of PCs dedicated to gamers, entering a whole new domain for the tech leader.

Hands-on review: Trend Micro security packages - more than just anti-virus
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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gaming
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endpoint protection
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reviews
For a package that’s unobtrusive and that doesn’t strain your CPU or your patience, this may just be the product you’re looking for.

Hands-on review: Acronis True Image - balancing act of usability & power
Wed, 14th Dec 2016
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gaming
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dr
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reviews
Acronis True Image is ideal for non-techies, but still more than powerful and flexible enough for power users wanting greater flexibility.

BlackBerry boosts software play with new mobile security platform
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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blackberry
BlackBerry unveils new mobile security platform for Enterprise of Things, designed to address data breaches and cybersecurity threats.

Detachables: Apple pushes Microsoft out of top spot
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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personal computing devices
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microsoft
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apple
Apple has surged to the top of the detachable market in New Zealand, pushing Microsoft into second, according to IDC New Zealand.

Hands-on review: Sony Xperia XZ smartphone - sleek, smooth and understated
Tue, 13th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
Sleek, smooth and powerful, the Sony Xperia XZ is understated and the best smartphone camera I've seen to date. It's definitely on my Xmas wishlist.

Smartphones are becoming key controllers of our lives
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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surveillance
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iot
We can unlock our homes, disable our security system & turn the lights on using our smartphones. Useful, but it also gives rise to security concerns.

Hands-on review: Gaming on HP's new 4K Omen laptop
Mon, 12th Dec 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
HP's new 4K Omen laptop dazzles with its gaming prowess, outshining Alienware at a more palatable price point.

Hands-on review: QNAP TS-451+ four bay NAS Drive
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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storage
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gaming
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reviews
With the explosion of documents, images, movies and music that we now store, NAS drives are the perfect way to not clog up your computer.

Spark is in but Alcatel is out: NZ's top five smartphone vendors reshuffled
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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smartphones
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samsung
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vodafone
Spark has edged out Alcatel from the top five vendors in the New Zealand smartphone market, according IDC's latest smartphone shipment stats.

Christmas Giveaway Time! Win tickets to Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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reviews
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film review
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3d printing
Get your festive laughs with Office Christmas Party! Win tickets to see a stellar cast's comedic chaos – enter our giveaway now!.

Review: Ubisoft brings us action snow sports with Steep
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
It's been years since we have seen a AAA snowboarding action game. Ubisoft now has us covered by releasing the ambitious Steep.

Big boost in sales gives smart home vendors a very Merry Christmas
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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smart home
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ovum
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technology gifts
In the run-up to Christmas season, several vendors in the smart home market took advantage of Black Friday and Cyber Monday’s shopping frenzy.

Film review: Office Christmas Party
Fri, 9th Dec 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
'Office Christmas Party' mingles chaos with cheer in a bawdy festive blowout that'll likely leave your sides splitting as much as your head the next day.

Consumers 'bored' of smartwatches and fitness trackers
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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wearables
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personal computing devices
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fitness
Nearly 30% of smartwatches are abandoned because people find them useless or get bored, says Gartner's 2016 Personal Technologies survey.

Sony PS4 console is on top with 50 million unit sales worldwide
Thu, 8th Dec 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony
Sony has announced today that over 50 million units of the PS4 console have been sold worldwide since its launch three years ago.

Hands-on review: Fugoo Sport XL portable Bluetooth speaker
Wed, 7th Dec 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Built to be carried along on beach parties, boat outings or whatever you have planned, this speaker has weight to it. But does the sound stack up?.