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Technology Gifts stories - Page 43

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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Hands-on Review: WD My Passport SSD Review - Simplifying Storage!

Mon, 7th Aug 2023
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The WD My Passport SSD is a high-speed, palm-sized portable storage device that offers impressive performance and a sleek design.
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Tricentis addresses pain points for mobile testing with latest launch

Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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Tricentis has announced the addition of Tricentis Device Cloud (TDC) to its growing portfolio of mobile testing products.
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Huawei's Pangu-Weather AI model is now free for public

Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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Huawei's Pangu-Weather AI model, which can predict weather events in seconds, is released to the public for free.
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Microsoft reveals growing cyber risk to high-profile entertainment events

Fri, 4th Aug 2023
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Microsoft has released its fifth edition of Cyber Signals, warning of the cyber risks posed by large sporting and entertainment events.
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Governments and public services facing 40% more cyberattacks

Thu, 3rd Aug 2023
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BlackBerry's latest report reveals a 40% surge in cyberattacks on government agencies and public services, with over 55,000 halted between March and May 2023.
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Kaspersky releases latest report on APT trends for 2023

Wed, 2nd Aug 2023
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Kaspersky's latest report reveals key trends in Advanced Persistent Threats, including new threat actors and upgraded toolsets.
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Worldwide smartphone shipments continue to decline

Mon, 31st Jul 2023
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Worldwide smartphone shipments declined 7.8% year over year to 265.3 million units in the second quarter of 2023.
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Hands-on Review: Nanoleaf 4D Screen Mirror + Lightstrip Kit

Mon, 31st Jul 2023
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Nanoleaf wants you to 'take your entertainment beyond the screen', and the 4D does just that. The lighting feels incredibly vivid.
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Samsung unveils latest Galaxy Z Flip5 and Z Fold5 smartphones

Thu, 27th Jul 2023
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The Galaxy Z Flip5 and Galaxy Z Fold5 are the latest evolution of Samsung's foldable device lineup, ushering in the next generation of foldable devices.
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Huawei launches Pangu Models 3.0 and Ascend AI Cloud Services

Wed, 26th Jul 2023
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The announcement was made at the annual HUAWEI Developer Conference - HDC.Cloud 2023 – was held in Dongguan, China, this month.
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Game review: Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg (PS5)

Tue, 25th Jul 2023
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Koei Tecmo's Atelier Marie Remake: The Alchemist of Salburg offers a cute and improved remake, but falls short in length and quest structure. (110 characters).
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Hands-on Review: Arlo Pro 5 2K Wire-Free Spotlight Security Camera

Tue, 25th Jul 2023
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The Arlo Pro5S2K Spotlight Camera promises great video quality and peace of mind for the security-conscious. Here are my thoughts about it.
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Hands-on Review: Satechi 100W USB-C Compact Charger

Thu, 20th Jul 2023
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Satechi's 100W USB-C Compact Charger is the perfect solution for charging multiple devices, with its small size and powerful capabilities.
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Hands-on Review: Twelve South Curve Flex

Wed, 19th Jul 2023
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Twelve South's Curve Flex MacBook stand is a game-changer for posture, comfort, and portability, according to this review.
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Game review: Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life (Nintendo Switch)

Wed, 12th Jul 2023
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Story of Seasons: A Wonderful Life is a new farming sim available on multiple platforms, featuring non-binary characters and same-sex partnerships.
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Weak demand and changing IT budgets causes drop in PC shipments

Tue, 11th Jul 2023
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Global PC shipments continue to decline, falling 13.4% in 2Q23, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of contraction, according to IDC.
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Hands-on Review: TOZO OpenReal True Wireless Earbuds

Mon, 10th Jul 2023
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Here's the new Bluetooth-enabled wireless headphone set from the company called TOZO. I tried it and here are my thoughts.
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Game review: AEW: Fight Forever (PS5)

Wed, 5th Jul 2023
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AEW: Fight Forever is an arcade-style wrestling video game that takes inspiration from the N64's WWF: No Mercy video game.
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Metaverse revolution redefining the gaming industry: Fact.MR

Tue, 4th Jul 2023
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The global metaverse gaming market is expected to garner US$1.3 trillion by the end of 2033, expanding at a CAGR of 38.2% from 2023 to 2033.
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Hands-on Review: Bluetti AC200P Portable Power Station

Mon, 3rd Jul 2023
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Bluetti's AC200P Portable Power Station offers up to 2,000W of portable AC and DC power for outdoor activities away from mains electricity.