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Technology Gifts stories - Page 54

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.
Applewatch

Apple Watch to take centre stage this week

Mon, 9th Mar 2015
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Shares of Apple will be in focus today as it is expected to unveil its new Apple Watch, the first real new product since Steve Jobs' death.
Secure sign on

AVG releases Business SSO for IT providers and small businesses

Wed, 4th Mar 2015
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AVG Technologies, the online security company, has announced the immediate availability of AVG Business Secure Sign-On (SSO).
Xero

Thinking of moving to Xero? Read our review

Fri, 27th Feb 2015
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financial systems
After testing Xero out, I've come to realise that there's always an exception to the rule, and Xero definitely fits the bill (or should I say invoice).
Looppay

Samsung's mobile payment move poses more challenges to Google than Apple

Thu, 26th Feb 2015
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payment technologies
Mobile payments are not yet a driver of handset sales. Few people will be basing their phone purchasing decisions on mobile payment functionality.
Skytv

Sky TV shares dip as investors react to loss of subscribers; 1H profit gains

Tue, 24th Feb 2015
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Shares of Sky Network Television dropped 0.9 percent after NZ's pay-TV operator delivered a strong first-half profit, but had a loss of subscribers.
Heart 1

Porn no longer scammers' favourite bait

Fri, 13th Feb 2015
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email security
As Valentine scams surge, Bitdefender warns of a new trend: the decline of adult-themed lures, with scammers opting for varied deceitful tricks.
Fallback

While you were sleeping: Greek talks continue

Thu, 12th Feb 2015
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Equities moved lower as investors remained focused on an outcome of Greek efforts to renegotiate the deals of its bailout which puts the euro at ri.
Sex toy

Would you like a sex toy with that?

Wed, 11th Feb 2015
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film
With the release of Fifty Shades of Grey in New Zealand this week, sex toy retailers and DIY stores are bracing for a surge in demand ahead of Valentine's Day.
Tv

Creepy big brother Samsung listening to your every word

Tue, 10th Feb 2015
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digital entertainment
Creepy big brother strikes again with Samsung's new Smart TV privacy policy, allowing the company to listen in on everything you say.
Blackberry

Blamsung: why it would make sense for Samsung to buy BlackBerry

Tue, 3rd Feb 2015
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digital entertainment
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Samsung snaring BlackBerry could be a win-win: enriching Samsung's corporate prowess with BlackBerry's secure tech.
Outlook app

Microsoft releases Outlook app for iOS and Android

Mon, 2nd Feb 2015
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Microsoft brings Outlook to iOS devices and preview of Android, while Office is now available for free on Android tablets.
Ios 8 app store

Apple shouts out to developers with new records in 2015

Fri, 9th Jan 2015
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Apple kicks off 2015 with record App Store sales, earning developers over $25 billion to date and marking a historic New Year's Day.
Fallback

The other soccer game: Pro Evolution Soccer 2015

Mon, 5th Jan 2015
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digital entertainment
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Pro Evolution Soccer 2015 battles the FIFA giant, offering deeper realism and a refreshing challenge on the pitch despite lacking major licences.
Fallback

Ubisoft's The Crew crashes into a brick wall

Wed, 17th Dec 2014
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Ubisoft thought it would give the racing game genre a try with The Crew and although the ambitions are noble, the game turns out to be a total car wreck.
Fallback

The Order: 1886 Hands-On Preview

Mon, 15th Dec 2014
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the order: 1886
The unique 19th Century London setting sets the game apart from other shooters out there; however the gameplay will feel familiar to most gamers.
Google1

Google VS Europe case misguided and politically motivated

Thu, 4th Dec 2014
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apple
IMD professor claims the EU's antitrust case against Google is more political posturing than fair regulation, criticising moves to dismantle the tech giant.
Emirates

Emirates increases mobile presence with iPhone app

Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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iPhone represents the majority of the mobile traffic to the Emirates websites, which is why the company has launched on iOS first.
Blackberry

BlackBerry and Samsung strategic partnership to boost enterprise security

Mon, 17th Nov 2014
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BlackBerry and Samsung ally to elevate Android's enterprise security, melding Samsung Knox with BlackBerry's BES12 for a robust solution.
Newsroompost4c

Facebook explains how it gets and uses information with privacy policy update

Thu, 13th Nov 2014
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Facebook updates privacy policy, introduces Privacy Basics & proposes changes to policies, including clearer explanation of ads.
Westpac

Westpac launches new app featuring augmented reality

Tue, 11th Nov 2014
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Westpac New Zealand unveils an innovative app with augmented reality to transform money management, making it more interactive and user-friendly.