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Technology Gifts stories - Page 115

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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Govt & Canterbury Uni pour $7m into gaming research
Fri, 17th May 2019
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digital entertainment
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university of canterbury
The University of Canterbury and the New Zealand government are injecting USD $7.7 million into gaming research, aiming to revolutionise immersive applications.
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New educational game to boost construction skills shortage
Thu, 16th May 2019
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edutech
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gaming
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digital entertainment
The game has been designed to give future business people and construction workers a taste of what it’s like to build their own company.
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Samsung first TV manufacturer to integrate Apple TV app
Wed, 15th May 2019
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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apple
It wouldn’t be unrealistic to think they only talk via lawyers regarding smartphone patent breaches, but Samsung has now made a big announcement.
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Hands-on review: Flex your IRONCLAW with this Corsair gaming mouse
Wed, 15th May 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
If you suffer from sweaty palms during those intense gaming moments, the textured grip means you won’t be fumbling to move the mouse.
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Lenovo unveils ‘world’s first foldable PC’
Tue, 14th May 2019
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
We’ve seen the foldable phones and the somewhat mixed reactions to them, but now Lenovo has thrown its hand in the ring with a PC.
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Hands-on review: Visme transforms you into a graphical presentation guru
Mon, 13th May 2019
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gaming
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martech
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reviews
Versatile design tool Visme wins praise with templates, webcasts, and a user-friendly experience for creators.
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EV campervans to hit NZ roads in July
Mon, 13th May 2019
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smart home
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cartech
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jucy
Jucy Rentals is set to launch fully electric campervans in New Zealand this July, offering tourists an eco-friendly travel option with 200km range per charge.
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Samsung left Bixby & SmartThings code wide open to the public
Fri, 10th May 2019
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smart home
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software development
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samsung
Samsung's security oversight left Bixby and SmartThings code, along with key credentials, publicly accessible on GitLab, exposing 135 projects.
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Consumer spending on tech to reach US$1.32 trillion this year
Fri, 10th May 2019
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smartphones
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robots
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drones
If you ever thought the tech industry for consumers was beginning to wane, the International Data Corporation has some stats for you.
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Nova Energy & Plume launch family-friendly WiFi controls
Fri, 10th May 2019
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uc
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smart home
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wireless networks
Nova Energy and Plume have launched new family-friendly WiFi controls in New Zealand, offering reliable internet, guest access, and robust parental controls.
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Toyota & Panasonic to create 'connected towns' in Japan
Fri, 10th May 2019
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robots
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smart cities
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smart home
Toyota and Panasonic plan to revolutionise daily life in Japan by creating 'smart towns' where homes, transport, and services are interconnected.
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Hands-on review: The Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard
Thu, 9th May 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Corsair K70 RGB Mk.2 Mechanical Gaming Keyboard delivers top-notch engineering, comfort, and style, ideal for serious gamers and avid typists alike.
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Hands-on review: The beauty of Adobe Premiere Rush
Thu, 9th May 2019
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gaming
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martech
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reviews
A good photographer will tell you that you need to follow the four main principles; lighting, lighting, lighting and lighting.
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Quick facts about Google Assistant & Nest Hub Max
Thu, 9th May 2019
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smart home
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google
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google assistant
Google I/O reveals exciting updates for Google Nest Hub Max and Google Assistant, enhancing home automation and user personalisation.
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BeyondTrust updates remote access solution
Thu, 9th May 2019
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hyperscale
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public cloud
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pam
BeyondTrust launches Privileged Remote Access 19.1, introducing features to integrate third-party solutions, simplify workflows and bolster security.
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Forgotten your phone? Nearly half of Kiwis would feel ‘naked’
Wed, 8th May 2019
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smartphones
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skinny mobile
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mobile data
A majority of Kiwis are finding mobile phones increasingly indispensable to everyday life, a new survey finds with some very interesting results.
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Paranoid Android? Examining three key trends in Android malware
Wed, 8th May 2019
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smartphones
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ddos
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wireless networks
It definitely doesn’t mean you are paranoid if you’re worried about Android security:  the threat landscape is growing in every dimension.
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Sydney hosts the Intel Extreme Masters 2019 esports competition
Tue, 7th May 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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intel
The ESL Intel Extreme Masters Counter-Strike: Global Offensive tournament took place in Sydney, with Team Liquid taking home the trophy.
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Dashcams save lives & wallets, says insurer
Tue, 7th May 2019
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smart home
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fleet management
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dash cam
Dashcams are lifesavers – and more people should consider investing in them, according to QBE Insurance and road safety organisation Brake.
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Soon you could earn cryptocurrency as you drive
Mon, 6th May 2019
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cryptocurrency
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blockchain
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smart home
Jaguar Land Rover is testing 'smart wallet' tech that could let drivers earn cryptocurrency by reporting road conditions, with rewards like coffee and parking.