Technology Gifts stories - Page 55
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.
The Order: 1886 Hands-On Preview
Mon, 15th Dec 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
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.
Google VS Europe case misguided and politically motivated
Thu, 4th Dec 2014
#
microsoft
#
google
#
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 increases mobile presence with iPhone app
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
#
hcm
#
ios
#
apple
iPhone represents the majority of the mobile traffic to the Emirates websites, which is why the company has launched on iOS first.
BlackBerry and Samsung strategic partnership to boost enterprise security
Mon, 17th Nov 2014
#
apple
#
samsung
#
blackberry
BlackBerry and Samsung ally to elevate Android's enterprise security, melding Samsung Knox with BlackBerry's BES12 for a robust solution.
Facebook explains how it gets and uses information with privacy policy update
Thu, 13th Nov 2014
#
data privacy
#
apple
#
facebook
Facebook updates privacy policy, introduces Privacy Basics & proposes changes to policies, including clearer explanation of ads.
Westpac launches new app featuring augmented reality
Tue, 11th Nov 2014
#
ar, vr & metaverse
#
westpac
#
ar
Westpac New Zealand unveils an innovative app with augmented reality to transform money management, making it more interactive and user-friendly.
'New era' as iOS comes under malware attack
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
#
malware
#
firewalls
#
network infrastructure
Security experts warn that a new malware family is targeting Apple iOS and OS X, marking a 'new era' in malware.
Apple blocks WireLurker infected apps
Fri, 7th Nov 2014
#
malware
#
cybersecurity
#
ios
Apple moves to block apps infected with WireLurker, but warns users to download and install software from trusted sources only.
Social networks drain smartphone batteries, says AVG
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
#
google
#
apple
#
facebook
AVG reports social networks like Facebook and Instagram are major culprits in smartphone battery drain and storage woes.
Banks to go to war in mobile payment battle
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
#
martech
#
commerce systems
#
supply chain
Several major banks are gearing up to release their own mobile payment apps, which could prove a major competitor for Apple Pay and competing products.
Review: Plantronics BackBeat FIT Headphones
Mon, 3rd Nov 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
bluetooth
The BackBeat FIT headphones by Plantronics are designed for sporty people. As an anything but sporty person, are they any use for me?.
Gamers beware: Hackers hired for as little as five dollars
Thu, 23rd Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
ddos
#
digital entertainment
Distributed Denial of Service attacks are frequently marketed to gamers as a way to disrupt competing teams or players.
Destiny achieves many milestones in one month
Thu, 16th Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
destiny
It has been over a month now since Bungie's huge game Destiny has come out. Since that time, it has already achieved a lot of big milestones.
Will new Samsung products boost declining profits?
Thu, 16th Oct 2014
#
digital signage
#
displays
#
samsung
Samsung sells more smartphones than any other company, but profits have dropped significantly in recent years.
Will an extra two inches make any difference for Apple?
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
#
apple
#
ipad
#
notebook
Apple hints at a larger iPad among next week's launches, but can two extra inches truly revolutionize the tablet experience? Doubts linger.
Kiwis fall foul of Twitter's dark side
Mon, 6th Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
email security
#
digital entertainment
Any time you use a social media service, it provides an additional opportunity for spammers, scammers and malicious masterminds to take advantage.
Game Interview: Design Director for Driveclub Simon Barlow
Fri, 3rd Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
driveclub bikes
The Design Director for Driveclub Simon Barlow was in New Zealand last weekend to promote the game at Digital Nationz.
Top 5: films set in the future
Thu, 2nd Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
film
Amy unveils her top 5 future-set films, sparking our imagination with tales from 2199's Matrix to 2015's cheeky Back to the Future 2 jaunt.
Windows 10 coming to a PC near you - What's changed
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
dlp
Microsoft leaps over Windows 9 to unveil Windows 10, promising a new era for PCs with enterprise-grade security and universal apps.
Aussie gamers prepare for EB Expo 2014
Wed, 1st Oct 2014
#
gaming
#
digital entertainment
#
eb games expo
Whilst Kiwi gamers got to play the latest video games at last week's Digital NationZ, this coming weekend it's the turn of Aussie gamers at the EB Expo.