Technology Gifts stories - Page 78
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.
Demand for stay-at-home entertainment sees smart speaker market soar
Tue, 27th Oct 2020
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digital entertainment
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personal computing devices
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Global smart speaker market set to reach 163 million units in 2021, with Mainland China leading the way, according to Canalys.
Game review: EA Sports NHL 21
Tue, 27th Oct 2020
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digital entertainment
The NHL series from EA Sports has been going strong for almost three decades, and NHL 21 offers new features, but may be repetitive for long-time fans.
Game review: Age of Empires III Definitive Edition (PC)
Fri, 23rd Oct 2020
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gaming
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digital entertainment
With modern graphics and tried and tested gameplay, this is a game that should be on the list of every fan of historical real-time strategy games.
Hands-on review: Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 Anniversary Edition
Fri, 23rd Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Sennheiser's limited edition MOMENTUM True Wireless 2 Anniversary Edition earbuds are a great choice for audiophiles.
Hands-on review: Skullcandy Push Ultra wireless earbuds
Fri, 23rd Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Sweatproof, waterproof and more importantly secured with moldable ear hooks, these earbuds should be able to take some punishment.
Game DLC review – Nioh 2: Darkness in the Capital
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Nioh 2: Darkness in the Capital DLC offers new challenges and boss fights, with the chance to battle a ninja ancestor.
Verizon launches international private 5G platform
Thu, 22nd Oct 2020
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smartphones
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uc
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5g & beyond
Verizon Business launches international private 5G platform with Nokia, enabling businesses to deploy dedicated 5G networks.
Hands-on review: MSI Cubi 5 Mini-PC
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Aimed at the business user or consumers looking for a media centre PC, the Cubi 5’s small footprint means that it can be tucked out of sight.
Hands-on review: Sennheiser MKE 200 Microphone
Wed, 21st Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
The MKE 200 is cleverly designed to amplify the sound coming from in front of the camera while simultaneously decreasing sounds coming from behind it.
Game review: Ride 4 (PC)
Tue, 20th Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Milestone, free of the licencing restraints of the excellent MotoGP franchise gives us more bikes to play with in Ride 4.
Telco industry urges New Zealanders to recycle unwanted mobile phones
Mon, 19th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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recycling
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tcf
New Zealanders are being urged to recycle their old mobile phones as part of Recycling Week NZ, supported by the Telecommunications Forum.
Hands-on review: GoPro HERO9 Bundle
Mon, 19th Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
GoPro HERO9: The biggest redesign in GoPro history includes a 1.4-inch coloured front display, making it a great vlogging camera.
Nokia to migrate all on-prem IT infrastructure to Google Cloud
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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uc
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digital transformation
Nokia enters a five-year strategic collaboration with Google Cloud to migrate its on-premise IT infrastructure, aiming for reduced energy and hardware costs.
Hands-on review: Vivo X50 Pro 5G
Thu, 15th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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gaming
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digital signage
I’m already convinced that I want to be the next stellar movie director to come out of New Zealand when I grow up.
Hands-on review: BlueAnt X3 speaker: Local, affordable and good quality!?
Wed, 14th Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
BlueAnt’s newest product is a sturdy Bluetooth portable speaker that is being released at just $239.95. But is it any good? Yes. Yes it is.
Apple reveals four new iPhones with 5G capability
Wed, 14th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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digital signage
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displays & projectors
The new iPhone 12 lineup features phones varying in size and capability, but all are 5G capable and all ship with Apple's new A14 Bionic chip.
Hands-on review: Jabra Evolve2 65 Headset for business UC
Wed, 14th Oct 2020
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gaming
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uc
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reviews
Jabra offers solutions for remote working, with tools to keep you connected. Their blog offers insights into unified communications.
Hands-on review: Apple iPad 8th Gen 2020
Wed, 14th Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
Apple's 8th generation iPad may look familiar, but it offers improved performance and features at a reasonable price.
Game review: Star Wars Squadrons (PS4/PSVR/PC/VR)
Wed, 14th Oct 2020
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gaming
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reviews
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digital entertainment
EA Games' new release, Star Wars Squadrons, allows players to experience epic space battles in the seats of Rebel and Imperial starships.
BlackBerry, Microsoft enter partnership for Teams integration
Tue, 13th Oct 2020
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smartphones
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uc
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partner programmes
BlackBerry integrates its critical event management platform, BlackBerry AtHoc, with Microsoft Teams for secure communication during crises.