Technology Gifts stories - Page 347
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.

Review: HP Slate 7
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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The HP Slate 7 emerges as a budget-friendly contender in the tablet market, offering Beats Audio enhancement and a portable design.

Review: SOL Republic Master Tracks Headphones
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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The SOL Republic brand might not be that well known in New Zealand yet, but is starting to generate some real attention.

Review: Microsoft Surface Pro
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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digital entertainment
Microsoft Surface Pro review: A powerful tablet that could replace your laptop, with top-notch accessories and performance.

Review: Samsung Galaxy Note 8.0
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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Samsung has definitely made a mark in the smartphone market, with the launch of their Samsung S4 taking off earlier this year.

Samsung seeks alternative US Apple approach
Mon, 1st Jul 2013
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With dwindling sales across America, Samsung's struggle to gain traction in the US tablet market has led to a change of approach from the South Korean company.

Review: Sandisk Ultra Plus SSD 256GB
Sat, 29th Jun 2013
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digital entertainment
The Sandisk Ultra Plus SSD is a midrange SSD aimed at the consumer market and offers double the storage space for a similar cost to the ‘performance’ SSDs.

Ballmer: Windows 8.1 back to the Start
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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windows
Windows 8.1 to bring back Start button to desktop, according to Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer at Build conference. #Windows8.1 #StartButton.

How I teach my Mother... Apps
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apps
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apple
My mum can’t pronounce apps properly, but that’s not the real issue. She refuses to use them on her new iPhone.

Oh no…not another Facebook breach
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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data privacy
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cybersecurity
Privacy leak in Facebook's Android app, sending users' phone numbers over the internet to Facebook servers simply by launching the app.

iOS App Review: Faceswap
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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smartphones
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Revive your selfies with humour! Faceswap app switches faces in photos, creating hilarious results. Perfect for a laugh on social media.

Tablets and mobiles grow, but PC? Not so
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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apple
Worldwide devices are projected to reach 2.35 billion units in 2013, driven by sales in tablets, smartphones despite PC shipments hitting the skids.

Attack, Attack, Attack Attack the Mac
Fri, 28th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
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government
New Zealand Defence Force wants a $600m cyber army - but is robots and drones the way to go? Will it be Tardis machines next?.

Windows 8.1 Preview Released - Users not impressed at first glimpse
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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digital entertainment
Windows 8.1 Preview disappoints users with minor improvements and persistent interface issues, despite the return of the start button.

Kiwi tide turns to Android and Windows tablets
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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windows
Kiwis are ditching Apple for cheaper Android and Windows tablets, with a staggering 147% market growth in Q1 2013.

Renaissance shares drop 33% following $3m loss
Thu, 27th Jun 2013
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apple
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renaissance
Renaissance faces a sharp 33% share fall as financial troubles deepen with a £3m loss, despite efforts to stabilize its business operations.

Confirmed: Fairfax Tech mags to close in NZ
Wed, 26th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
Tech magazines PC World, ComputerWorld and Reseller News have been officially confirmed to close in New Zealand.

It's not Google's, it's Google Mine
Tue, 25th Jun 2013
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google
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technology gifts
According to unofficial reports, search giant is preparing to release a new service called Google Mine - integrated with Google+.

Apple CEO Cooking on stock price
Tue, 25th Jun 2013
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apple
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technology gifts
Apple ties Tim Cook's bonus to stock performance after shares dropped 41% since last September. Cook vows to hit targets before 2016.

Apple reaffirms commitment to customer privacy
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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personal computing devices
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apple
Apple aims for transparency in bid to quash rising tensions following US whistleblower Edward Snowden's revelations.

Android App Review: Comics by Comixology
Mon, 24th Jun 2013
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If you want to read comics digitally, and you’re too moral to steal them, then Comixology is probably your best bet.