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Technology Gifts stories - Page 61

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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New Xero App Launcher helps get more apps to small businesses
Tue, 22nd Feb 2022
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smartphones
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edutech
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fintech
Xero has announced App Launcher, a new way for customers to launch and sign in to their favourite Xero App Store apps.
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Game review: Chorus (PC/PS5)
Mon, 21st Feb 2022
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gaming
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spacetech
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Chorus is a narrative space shooter set in an interesting almost open world. The game centres around Nora, the pilot of an AI starship called Forsaken.
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Game review: Dying Light 2: Stay Human (PC)
Mon, 21st Feb 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
Techland’s long-awaited sequel to their 2015 zombie-killing parkour role-playing game, Dying Light 2: Stay Human, is now available.
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Kyndryl and Nokia enter network and edge computing alliance
Mon, 21st Feb 2022
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smartphones
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it in manufacturing
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edge computing
Kyndryl and Nokia have partnered to help enterprise customers accelerate digital transformations with LTE and 5G private wireless networking.
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CYFIRMA launches mobile app designed to keep user's safe
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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apps
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cloud services
The app is designed to help users acquire cyber safe habits, learn about emerging cyber threats, and be aware of attackers targeting apps they've installed.
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Adobe launches new mobile capabilities for better CX
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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crm
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uc
Powered by Adobe Experience Platform, the additions mean brands can deliver tailored interactions across channels to their customers to build out experiences.
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Google introduces Privacy Sandbox on Android to limit data sharing
Fri, 18th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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data privacy
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google
The solutions will limit sharing of user data with third parties and operate without cross-app identifiers, including advertising ID.
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Foldable phones to reach market value of $29B, IDC finds
Thu, 17th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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samsung
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analyst report
Despite their small market share, foldables represent a major opportunity for vendors and is a segment that can't be ignored.
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Study shows Australians prioritise protection over convenience
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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gaming
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blockchain
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e-learning
A recent study by McAfee has identified the shifts in needs, attitudes, and actions that will impact Australia in 2022.
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Game review: Horizon Forbidden West (PS5)
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Horizon Forbidden West, the highly anticipated sequel to Horizon Zero Dawn, delivers stunning graphics and enjoyable gameplay, earning a solid 9.5/10.
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Hands-on review: Jabra Elite 4 Active Wireless Earphones
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
It’s been a little a while since I’ve tried a new pair of wireless earphones, mainly due to a couple of rough experiences with them in the past.
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2degrees helps working Kiwis switch off with new app
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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hybrid & remote work
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apps
New app by 2degrees aims to encourage mindful phone use among New Zealand adults, who are seeking a better balance between online and real life.
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Hands-on review: Skullcandy Grind and Push Active wireless earbuds
Mon, 14th Feb 2022
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gaming
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martech
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reviews
Skullcandy's new Grind and Push Active earbuds impress with stylish design, comfortable fit, and great audio quality.
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Hands-on review: Brother MFC-J4540DW multi-function inkjet printer
Tue, 8th Feb 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The Brother MFC-J4540DW is a feature-packed printer that excels at office duties and effortlessly prints photos from your phone.
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Three years to afford an iPhone? New global data reveals how long it could take you
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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data analytics
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martech
The affordability of the latest iPhone model has been put to the test in a new global study, and New Zealanders may have to start saving their pennies.
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Upstream and Socital to trial global retail marketing solution
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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smartphones
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ecommerce
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digital marketing
Trials will soon be underway for a new mobile retail marketing solution, created as part of a partnership between Upstream and Socital.
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Hands-on review: Corsair H150i Elite LCD all-in-one CPU cooler
Fri, 4th Feb 2022
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Corsair's H150i Elite LCD cooler is the first to support Intel's 12th gen CPUs, offering big cooling power in a hefty package.
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Pinterest widens reach in eCommerce sector with AR implementation
Thu, 3rd Feb 2022
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smartphones
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ecommerce
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ar, vr & metaverse
In a sign of things to come, Pinterest is widening its reach within the eCommerce sector by introducing new tools utilising augmented reality.
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Top 10 semiconductor buyers increased chip spending in 2021
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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gaming
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semiconductors
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digital entertainment
Top 10 OEMs increased chip spending despite the semiconductor shortage and pandemic disruptions, according to Gartner.
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ESET discovers DazzleSpy, a new macOS spying malware
Wed, 2nd Feb 2022
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malware
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cybersecurity
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personal computing devices
New macOS malware has been found, spying on visitors to a Hong Kong radio station news site, according to ESET Research.