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Technology Gifts stories - Page 131

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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Hands-on review: The 2018 MacBook Pro - mesmerising design with a powerful punch
Tue, 9th Oct 2018
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Apple's 2018 MacBook Pro dazzles with a sleek design and impressive performance, yet its USB-C-only approach may frustrate users accustomed to various ports.
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Supermicro, Apple, & Amazon vs crippling scandal – who’s lying?
Sat, 6th Oct 2018
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A Bloomberg report claims that Supermicro sold motherboards with Chinese spy chips to Apple and Amazon, causing Supermicro's stock to plummet by 40%.
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Nokia refreshes focus on NZ with new Wellington head office
Fri, 5th Oct 2018
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5g & beyond
Nokia reaffirms its commitment to New Zealand, unveiling a new head office in Wellington, aiming to spur innovation and 5G network advancements.
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Razer's new high-performance Wi-Fi router is optimised for the gaming experience
Thu, 4th Oct 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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wireless networks
This week Razer launched Sila, a high-performance Wi-Fi router that’s optimised for gaming, streaming, and downloading multimedia content.
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IDC - Smart speakers driving smart home device growth
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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digital entertainment
Smart speakers, such as Amazon Echo and Google Home, are driving the global smart home market, projected to hit 643.9 million shipments in 2018.
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Razer’s new range of top-shelf gaming headsets
Tue, 2nd Oct 2018
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Razer's Nari Ultimate gaming headsets launch with Lofelt's haptic tech, revolutionising immersive gameplay at prices starting from NZD $190 (AUD $170).
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Why good headsets are vital in a fast-paced business
Mon, 1st Oct 2018
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Sennheiser’s SDW 5000 headsets have been created to make sense of a complex, fast-moving world while providing future-proof flexibility.
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Hands-on preview: Red Dead Redemption 2
Fri, 28th Sep 2018
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FutureFive’s Darren Price recently checked out an hour and a half of Rockstar’s highly-anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2. Here’s what he thought of it.
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Hands-on review: Forza Horizon 4 is the perfect racing game
Thu, 27th Sep 2018
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digital entertainment
I really loved the beautiful Australian setting of Forza Horizon 3, but this new game is even better thanks to the new addition of changing seasons.
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Review - BMW i8 brings flash to the electric revolution
Thu, 27th Sep 2018
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A review of the BMW electric/hybrid i8 - a departure in style for the German giant of car engineering to match the global departure from fossil fuels.
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Hands-on review: The Samsung Galaxy Note9
Thu, 27th Sep 2018
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Samsung's Galaxy Note9 impresses with a stunning screen, powerful camera, and smooth performance, though night photo results are mixed despite the high price.
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Hands-on review: Intel Core i7-8700K
Tue, 25th Sep 2018
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Is upgrading to Intel’s 8th generation of CPUs a worthwhile investment? FutureFive’s Darren Price takes a look at the Intel Core i7-8700K.
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Hands-on review: Valkyria Chronicles 4 enters the battlefield
Tue, 25th Sep 2018
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digital entertainment
Sega has finally released a sequel to home consoles again with Valkyria Chronicles 4. Will fans of the strategy RPG genre like this new entry?.
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Marvel's Spider-Man comes to Garmin's kids fitness tracker
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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Encouraging kids to become active and stay active from an early age is something that Garmin is taking seriously.
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Hands-on review: FIFA 19 - the winning formula is back
Mon, 24th Sep 2018
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25 years since EA Sports’ inaugural FIFA game, they’re still doing what they do best - producing a game that’s loved by football fans all around the world.
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Avoidable mistakes lead to iOS cryptomining attacks
Fri, 21st Sep 2018
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smartphones
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ios
The attack dubbed ‘Roaming Mantis’ remains highly active, exploring new tricks and techniques to extend its reach.
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Sony is bringing back the 90s memories with PlayStation Classic
Fri, 21st Sep 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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sony computer entertainment
Sony rekindles 90s nostalgia with the PlayStation Classic, launching in the US and Canada on 3 December for USD $99.99, featuring preloaded classic games.
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Hands-on review: Lenovo HX06, The fitness band that won’t break the bank
Thu, 20th Sep 2018
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
Lenovo's new fitness band, the HX06, delivers impressive health tracking features at a budget-friendly price, with a chic design and smart sensors.
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Hands-on review: Corsair Carbide Spec-06 Mid-Tower gaming case
Wed, 19th Sep 2018
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Even if you totally suck as a gamer, your friends will be too distracted by the quality of your tower to notice.
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Plantronics adds five new products across the BackBeat FIT and BackBeat GO lines
Tue, 18th Sep 2018
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digital entertainment
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headphones
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fitness
Those of you who need your tunes whether you’re working out or waiting for the next flight will be pricking your ears with interest right now.