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Technology Gifts stories - Page 101

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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Diablo IV announced at BlizzCon 2019
Mon, 4th Nov 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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blizzard
An ancient evil threatens to engulf Sanctuary in darkness, and new heroes have been called upon to face challenges the world has never seen before.
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Red Dead Redemption 2 is one available on PC
Mon, 4th Nov 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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rockstar
With Red Dead Online, Rockstar have extended the gameplay with a narrative multiplayer mode. The new PC version is set to top all that.
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Game review: WWE 2K20 loses by pinfall
Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
WWE 2K20 grapples with disappointing glitches and gameplay quirks, making it a regrettable bout for wrestling aficionados longing for a polished experience.
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Hands-on review: The ASUS Lyra Voice is a smart router with the power of invisibility
Fri, 1st Nov 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
It looks no different from a set of standard Bluetooth speakers, and it easily blends itself into any corner of the house.
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Game review: Luigi's Mansion 3
Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Every Nintendo fan who owns a Switch should give this game a try. Yes is it slow at first, but stick with it and you will be rewarded with spooky fun times.
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JBL releases new wireless headphones & home audio products
Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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smart home
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digital entertainment
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digital music
JBL unveils a diverse range of wireless headphones and home audio products in New Zealand, ideal for the upcoming Kiwi summer season.
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Game review: MediEvil remake releases on PS4
Thu, 31st Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
This remake on PS4 is just as enjoyable as the original and will prove to be a tough challenge for new players.
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Game review: The Eyes of Ara (Switch)
Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Despite its captivating puzzles and beautiful visuals, The Eyes of Ara struggles on the Nintendo Switch due to poorly calibrated controls in docked mode.
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NVIDIA launches GeForce GTX 16 Series SUPER GPUs
Wed, 30th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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nvidia
NVIDIA unveils the new GeForce GTX 1660 SUPER and GTX 1650 SUPER, boasting up to 50% more performance with new GDDR6 memory and enhanced streaming features.
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Battlefield-ready Stealth XP-Camo headsets now available in Australia
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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gaming headsets
The XP-Camo allows gamers, streamers and audio fans to go from seat to street; with a headset equipped to deal with both in-game and real-life scenarios.
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Apple AirPods Pro: A new design, but no battery improvements
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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airpods
Apple unveils AirPods Pro with a fresh design and advanced noise cancellation; however, battery life remains unchanged. Available from 30 October for NZD $449.
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Seeing all the games at Auckland Armageddon Expo 2019
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
his year was headlined by both PlayStation and Nintendo bringing with them their best new and upcoming video games.
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Hands-on review: The wireless headset with uncompromising sound quality
Tue, 29th Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Corsair's VIRTUOSO RGB Wireless headset astounds with its exceptional build and unrivalled audio quality, making every note and gaming moment a revelation.
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Surge in phone usage as Kiwis head to Japan for Rugby World Cup
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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digital entertainment
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streaming
Kiwi rugby fans in Japan for the World Cup have driven a fivefold surge in Vodafone New Zealand’s network usage, with over 10 terabytes of data used.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple Watch Series 5
Fri, 25th Oct 2019
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
After a month with the Apple Watch Series 5, our in-depth review reveals it as the ultimate gadget for Apple enthusiasts, but is it worth the upgrade?.
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Minecraft Earth is now available in New Zealand
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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microsoft
It’s great that Kiwis get this early opportunity to join Minecraft as it takes the leap from the screen into the AR world.
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Aruba releases end-to-end switching portfolio
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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network infrastructure
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sd-wan
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sdn
Aruba unveils an end-to-end switching portfolio with AI-powered automation. The new CX series promises enhanced agility and modern enterprise solutions.
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Hands-on review: One month with the Apple iPhone 11
Thu, 24th Oct 2019
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smartphones
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gaming
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reviews
After a month with the iPhone 11, its stunning design, exceptional camera, and impressive battery life prove it to be a standout in Apple's 2019 lineup.
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Hands-on review: Fitbit Versa 2 upgrades battery life, display, and adds Alexa
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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gaming
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digital signage
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reviews
We look at whether it holds up as the all-day companion for the modern tech-savvy consumer – and that’s a space it does really well in.
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One million users for ANZ mobile banking app
Wed, 23rd Oct 2019
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smartphones
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fintech
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martech
ANZ Bank's goMoney app hits milestone with one million active users, transforming how customers access banking in less than a decade since its 2011 launch.