Technology Gifts stories - Page 194
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.
Samsung NZ joins global halt on Galaxy Note7 sales & production
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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samsung galaxy note
Samsung New Zealand is now halting all sales and production of the Galaxy Note7 as part of the company's global recall of the device.
Hands-on review with the Sony PS4 PlayStation VR headset
Tue, 11th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
We had a chance to test out the Sony PlayStation VR headset for a few days now. Does it usher in a new era of gaming or is it another gimmick?.
Hands-on preview: Dishonored 2
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Whilst at the recent EB Expo in Sydney, Netguide’s Darren Price was treated to an extended hands-on preview of Dishonored 2.
iOS 10 & MacOS Sierra abandon PPTP VPN; focus on better encryption
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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vpns
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encryption
It seems that iOS 10 and macOS Sierra users can't use PPTP VPNs, after it was discovered that the new systems no longer support older security.
Growth in device shipments not returning any time soon
Mon, 10th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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pc market
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analyst report
Global combined device shipments are set to decline for the second year in a row, according to a forecast by Gartner.
EB Expo 2016 treats fans to a gaming extravaganza
Sun, 9th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
It’s all over for EB Games Expo 2016 in Sydney, Netguide’s Darren Price looks back at the highs and the lows of the three-day gaming extravaganza.
FIFA 17 shoots and scores - it's truly the best until last
Sat, 8th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
FIFA 17 dazzles with Frostbite engine, delivering unprecedented visuals and a gripping single-player campaign in 'The Journey'.
Hands-on review: Jaybird Freedom Wireless Earbuds - invaluable on-the-go tech
Fri, 7th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
If you like to customise your sounds, lead active lifestyles and despise connecting cables, these earbuds could be the answer you've been looking for.
Review: Gears of War 4 excellently continues the series’ legacy
Fri, 7th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Gears of War exploded onto the Xbox 360 ten years ago and it started one of the best third person franchises in history. Gears of War 4 is also great.
Modern Warfare Remastered campaign now playable on PS4
Thu, 6th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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activision blizzard
Activision has announced that the campaign for Modern Warfare Remastered is playable on PS4 for those that pre-ordered Infinite Warfare.
NZ League of Legends high school eSports competition is a success
Thu, 6th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
It wasn't too long ago that you couldn't earn money playing video games as a sport. Well the first high school competition happened in NZ.
Is this the best video phone money can buy? Yealink T49G reviewed
Thu, 6th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
The Yealink T49G is a flagship video phone that is almost in a league of its own - especially with the recent special offer.
Step away from the screen: Survey finds Kiwis' eye strain is a huge problem
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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healthtech
New findings show eye strain is a bigger problem than ever in NZ, and optometrists are urging us to step away from our screens, or use protection.
Watch out Apple: Google's coming for you
Wed, 5th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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personal computing devices
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google
Google's Pixel challenges Apple's reign, promising innovative design and a savvy new assistant – a rivalry intensifies in the smartphone market.
Symantec finds fraudulent jailbreaking site that's tricked 100,000 iOS users
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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smartphones
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email security
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cybersecurity
Scammers are now going after unwitting users who want to jailbreak their iOS devices, and are spoofing popular jailbreaking site TaiG to do it.
Review: Does PES 2017 feel any different to PES 2016?
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Konami returns for another year releasing PES 2017 for the hardcore soccer/football fans. However, is it any different to last year's offering?.
Who is Leap Motion and why should you care?
Tue, 4th Oct 2016
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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ar, vr & metaverse
Leap Motion empowers virtual reality with intuitive hand-tracking tech, redefining interaction in the burgeoning VR landscape.
Hands-on review: Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Tablet
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
With so much thought going into the engineering I can report nothing negative about his little beauty. Certainly a worthwhile investment.
BlackBerry bows out of hardware as smartphone business turns sour
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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smartphones
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
The move gives BlackBerry a chance to survive as a pure software and services company, following years of losses for its hardware business.
Spotify launches playlist personally curated for each listener
Mon, 3rd Oct 2016
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
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spotify
Spotify introduces Daily Mix, a new feature that combines users' favourite tracks with new songs for the perfect listening session.