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Technology Gifts stories - Page 36

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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71,000 customers served by Jamf in managing Apple devices
Thu, 26th Jan 2023
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The company is now helping approximately 71,000 active customers succeed with Apple and is running on about 30 million devices worldwide.
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Smartphone shipments suffer a largest-ever decline, says IDC
Thu, 26th Jan 2023
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Worldwide smartphone shipments fell 18.3% y-o-y to 300.3 million units in the 4th quarter of 2022, according to IDC Worldwide Quarterly Mobile Phone Tracker.
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Game review: One Piece Odyssey (PS5)
Thu, 26th Jan 2023
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One Piece Odyssey is the first turn-based RPG in the franchise, featuring impressive graphics and familiar locations. Verdict: 8.0/10.
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MyRepublic tops Ookla's NZ Q4 internet performance report
Tue, 24th Jan 2023
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Ookla's quarterly reports on the state of New Zealand's mobile and fixed networks has been released, revealing MyRepublic as a leading provider.
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Hands-on review: EcoFlow River Mini Portable Power station
Sun, 22nd Jan 2023
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Portable power supply from EcoFlow offers reliable backup power for remote or hybrid workers. Read our review.
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Hands-on review: Corsair Katar Elite wireless mouse
Fri, 20th Jan 2023
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Corsair sent over one of its Katar Elite wireless mice to test out. I tried it out, and here's what I thought.
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Livewire adds four new appointments to its leadership team
Fri, 20th Jan 2023
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Gametech company Livewire hires four new members, including a Chief Innovation Officer, to accelerate brands into gaming through advertising.
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Apple launches latest HomePod featuring new innovations
Thu, 19th Jan 2023
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Delivering Apple innovations and Siri intelligence, HomePod is designed to offers advanced computational audio for a better listening experience.
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Game review: Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and Bardock DLC (PS5)
Thu, 19th Jan 2023
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Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot can now run at full 4K at 60fps, and there are more details in the outer environments as well.
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New Apple MacBook Pro features M2 Pro & M2 Max chipsets
Wed, 18th Jan 2023
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Apple has announced the release of its new generation MacBook Pro laptops, containing its more powerful updated chipsets, the M2 Pro & M2 Max.
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Apple announces powerful Mac mini with M2 & M2 Pro chipsets
Wed, 18th Jan 2023
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Apple unveils new Mac mini systems with M2 & M2 Pro chips offering faster performance, higher memory bandwidth, and improved connectivity options.
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Lenovo unveils a powerful 16-inch AI-tuned gaming laptops
Fri, 13th Jan 2023
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Lenovo debuts the world’s most powerful 16-inch gaming laptops with AI tuning that maintains maximum performance across gaming scenarios.
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Samsung unveils new Odyssey, ViewFinity and smart monitors
Fri, 13th Jan 2023
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digital entertainment
The Odyssey Neo G9 Gaming Monitor (Model Name: G95NC) helps gamers see new levels of detail, with 7,680×2,160 resolution and a 32:9 aspect ratio.
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400+ million used smartphones to be shipped worldwide in 2026
Tue, 10th Jan 2023
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According to IDC, trade-in programs continue to be the driving factor for the new and used smartphone market globally.
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Samsung advances new era of screens with new line-up
Fri, 6th Jan 2023
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Samsung Electronics has unveiled its new Neo QLED, MICRO LED and Samsung OLED line-ups alongside lifestyle products and accessories.
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Acer debuts new additions, refreshed models to product range
Fri, 6th Jan 2023
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The announcement includes new additions to its Aspire and Nitro ranges, as well as announcements on its Swift and Predator products.
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Nokia deploys Orchestration Center software for Telstra
Fri, 6th Jan 2023
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Nokia Orchestration Center offers Telstra a reusable and shared platform for improved network management and operational efficiency.
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Booming NZ games sector earning more than Australia’s
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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New data shows New Zealand’s interactive games industry earns a third more than its Australian counterpart while employing half as many people.
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4000+ unwanted gifts listed on Trade Me by Boxing Day
Thu, 29th Dec 2022
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By 9am on Boxing Day, 4,300 presents had been listed on the online marketplace, including an empty Roses chocolates wrapper of ‘disappointment’.
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Wearables growth to stall as macroeconomic pressures continue
Wed, 28th Dec 2022
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wearables
The downturn in 2022 was brought on by difficult year-over-year comparisons following the market's dramatic growth during the first two years of the pandemic.