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Technology Gifts stories - Page 543

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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Halo 3: ODST

Thu, 1st Oct 2009
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Halo 3: ODST dives into New Mombasa's ruins, exploring the aftermath of Halo 2 with a squad of vulnerable, yet tactical ODSTs.
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App review: Dropbox

Wed, 30th Sep 2009
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Dropbox app streamlines file syncing and sharing, offering on-the-go access, offline viewing, and easy photo uploads. A must for seamless file management.
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Super Street Fighter IV announced - but only three characters have been revealed

Tue, 29th Sep 2009
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Although the game will be a standalone release, it is understood that the game will retail for a reduced price.
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GPS-on-phones driving ban in doubt, says TomTom

Mon, 28th Sep 2009
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TomTom clarifies that the new Road User Amendment doesn't ban GPS on phones, countering fears over app usage while driving in NZ.
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Sony news ahoy

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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Sony woos PSP enthusiasts with free game downloads for PSPgo upgrades; unveils 250GB PS3 bundle for NZ and celebrates 1M PS3 sales globally.
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Rockstar news ahoy

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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The latest trailer showcases Yusuf Amir, a bizarre real-estate manager and millionaire that protagonist Luis Lopez will work with throughout the game.
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Sidhe launches app-development group

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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PikPok launches rhythm-based music game <i>Fame</i> for iPhone and iPod Touch - players can dance their way to success.
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Developer interview: Need For Speed SHIFT's Jesse Abney

Fri, 25th Sep 2009
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Need For Speed SHIFT aims to satisfy both arcade and authentic racing fans with its innovative first-person driving experience.
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EA NZ comments on Left 4 Dead 2 situation

Thu, 24th Sep 2009
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EA New Zealand reassures gamers that an uncensored version of Left 4 Dead 2 should be released in NZ, pending an official decision by the OFLC.
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Explore Space Ace on your iPhone

Sat, 19th Sep 2009
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Space Ace, the iconic sequel to Dragon's Lair, launches on iPhone, bringing sci-fi adventure and dazzling animations to your fingertips.
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Apple announces new iPod models, iTunes 9

Thu, 10th Sep 2009
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Perhaps the biggest announcement was that a new iPod Nano will launch soon from $NZ259 for an 8GB model and a 16GB model for $NZ318.
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Auckland company on the ball with iPhone apps

Tue, 8th Sep 2009
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Auckland's Conduit makes a splash with its iRugby Pro app, clinching top spots in NZ and South Africa's Apple iTunes store for sports apps.
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State of play

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Stephen Crombie takes the helm of Govt Technology Services, unveiling plans to revamp the UK's ICT infrastructure and cut costs.
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Telecom launches mobile TV - free until December

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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The service is available via the WAP platform TWorld, which is installed on the range of XT Network cellphones.
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Review: Panasonic Blu-Ray Disc Recorder - DMR-BW850

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Panasonic's DMR-BW850 recorder frees your favourite HD TV recordings from the hard drive's confines, doubling as a definitive media hub.
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The bigs 2

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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The Bigs 2 dazzles with an arcade twist to baseball, offering a larger-than-life experience that's both hard to master yet rewarding.
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Wii Sports Resort

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Like Wii Sports before it, Wii Sports Resort is an accessible party game that's likely to draw in all manner of players.
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Sacred 2: Fallen Angel

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Nostalgia takes a hit with Sacred 2: Fallen Angel, as its rehash of classic dungeon-crawling impresses less than remembered.
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FAT Princess

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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Apparently, gone are the days of the elegant princesses we all once knew, replaced instead by those of princesses who&nbsp; fiend for pastries.
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TMNT: Turtles in Time Re-shelled

Tue, 1st Sep 2009
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TMNT: Turtles in Time Re-shelled enhances nostalgia with 3D HD artwork but struggles to offer fresh gameplay, shining mostly in multiplayer mode.