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Technology Gifts stories - Page 313

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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Ban tax avoiding Facebook? Yeah, right
Wed, 29th Jan 2014
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New Zealand politics is in uproar as Labour suggests banning tax avoiding multinationals, including Facebook, from the internet.
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Samsung dominates record-breaking smartphone market
Wed, 29th Jan 2014
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Samsung leads as the smartphone market hits a record 1 billion units shipped in a year, showcasing a 38.4% surge from 2012.
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Yoshi's New Island on 3DS from March
Tue, 28th Jan 2014
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Embark on a magical quest with Yoshi's New Island, hitting Nintendo 3DS on 15th March to reunite Baby Mario with his brother.
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Countdown begins for the ESET NetGuide Web Awards...
Tue, 28th Jan 2014
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New Zealand has spoken, so get voting in the 2013 ESET NetGuide Web Awards, supporting the Kiwi websites you love.
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Window of opportunity as Phablet shipments set to smash 120m mark?
Tue, 28th Jan 2014
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Phablet sales soar to 120m by 2018, with East Asia leading demand for gaming and streaming on larger screens, reports Juniper Research.
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Can you hack Google Chrome for US$2.7m?
Mon, 27th Jan 2014
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Google ups the ante in its Pwnium competition, offering $2.7m for hacking Chrome OS in a bid to bolster security.
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What is Bitcoin telling us about Internet innovation?
Mon, 27th Jan 2014
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Bitcoin's rise challenges the status quo, suggesting vast untapped internet innovation potential beyond traditional financial models.
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Good Technology offers free customer BlackBerry migration
Fri, 24th Jan 2014
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Good Technology unveils 'Migrate Now' to aid BlackBerry users switch to iOS, Android, or Windows Phone for free, targeting those stuck in contracts.
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Record-breaking Microsoft smashes Surface sales
Fri, 24th Jan 2014
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Microsoft reports a staggering $24.52 billion in Q2 revenue, thanks to soaring Surface sales, robust Xbox numbers, and cloud service growth.
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Bill Gates, a MacBook and a TV host = Awkward…
Fri, 24th Jan 2014
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Bill Gates laughs off an awkward moment on Jimmy Fallon's show when an Apple MacBook makes an untimely appearance.
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Samsung beats Apple to semiconductor top spot...
Fri, 24th Jan 2014
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Samsung and Apple increased combined semiconductor demand by 17% in 2013, remaining the top buyers, says Gartner.
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'Plagued' Facebook will die out by 2017...
Fri, 24th Jan 2014
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Facebook will be wiped out by 2017, similar to infectious epidemics such as the bubonic plague, says Princeton researchers.
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Mobile ad spend set to smash $18 billion
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Global mobile advertising spending is forecast to reach $18.0 billion in 2014, up from the estimated $13.1 billion in 2013.
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A day in history as online retailer accepts Bitcoin currency
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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US discount retailer Overstock.com has become the first major online shopping site to accept Bitcoin as payment.
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'Sombre' PC market suffers first annual double digit decline
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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Asia/Pacific PC market declines 10% in 2013 due to economic sluggishness and competition from smartphones and tablets.
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Why has EA stopped supporting Nintendo?
Thu, 23rd Jan 2014
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EA pulls support for Nintendo Wii U, claiming it’s a “kids platform”. But with growing sales, will EA change its mind?.
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Last of Us Left Behind set for NZ release...
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Experience love and adventure this Valentine's with Last of Us Left Behind, launching in NZ on 14 Feb. Join Ellie and Riley's compelling journey.
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Review: Wacom Intuos Pro Medium
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Wacom Intuos Pro Medium impresses but Mac users face limitations - an indispensable tool for graphic designers. Score: 8/10.
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Prepare to be CODnapped on 29 January...
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Escape your chores for Call of Duty's ONSLAUGHT, launching 29 January on Xbox Live. Get CODnapped for an epic gaming session!.
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Classroom boost as Apple's educational iPad lets loose...
Wed, 22nd Jan 2014
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Apple is expanding its iBooks Textbooks and iTunes U Course Manager into new markets across Asia, Latin America, Europe and other areas.