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Technology Gifts stories - Page 66

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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Contractor Expenses - Expense, Mileage tracker and contracting News

Thu, 20th Oct 2011
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★ Simplify tracking and submitting your expense and mileage claims with an app designed specifically for IT Contractors/Freelancers.
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PlayStation network attacked again

Thu, 13th Oct 2011
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Sony suspends 93,000 PlayStation Network accounts after a new hacking spree, learning from past breaches with swift user notification.
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The smartphone threat

Wed, 12th Oct 2011
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As Android's popularity soars, AVG and Symantec warn against rising smartphone cyber threats, highlighting scams like 'Premium SMS'.
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The phenomenon of planking

Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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Planking, the bizarre fad of lying face down in strange places, has taken the internet by storm, with photos posted on Facebook and other forums.
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Review: Norton Mobile Security

Sat, 1st Oct 2011
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Symantec's Norton Mobile Security for Android promises robust protection with features like remote locking, data erasure, and call blocking for GBP £59.99.
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All Blacks Rugby Challenge in stores this week - Updated

Thu, 25th Aug 2011
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All Blacks' Rugby Challenge set to ignite rugby fever in NZ this week, with an early release announced. Aussie fans gear up for Sept 8 launch.
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Battlefield 3 to require EA's Origin

Tue, 16th Aug 2011
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DICE confirms that Battlefield 3 will require EA's Origin client on PC, sparking disappointment among Steam users who must install another game client.
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Square Enix rescues True Crime: Hong Kong

Wed, 3rd Aug 2011
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Cancelled project True Crime: Hong Kong saved by Square Enix, set for release under a new name by the original Canadian developers.
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Sony developing virtual reality headsets

Wed, 27th Jul 2011
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Sony is currently testing a prototype 3D headset that bears a striking resemblance to that 1980s 3D arcade folly, virtual reality.
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Game review: Transformers 3 - Dark of the Moon

Wed, 13th Jul 2011
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Game shares blockbuster film's clumsy flaws. The worst part of the game, however, is that it is entirely pointless.
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More free online gaming coming

Thu, 23rd Jun 2011
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Lego Universe and City of Heroes embrace free-to-play model, offering gamers a low-cost entry amidst economic concerns.
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Exclusive interview with Magic: The Gathering developer

Wed, 22nd Jun 2011
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As gamers eagerly immerse themselves in Duels of the Planeswalkers 2012, TechDay is fortunate to speak with Wizards of the Coast's Worth Wollpert.
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Type Server aims to prevent font infringement

Sat, 11th Jun 2011
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Extensis launches Universal Type Server 3 to combat font infringement, safeguarding companies' assets and avoiding legal woes.
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Apple releases MacDefender update

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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In response to mounting criticism, Apple has issued a crucial MacDefender malware removal update for OSX, now available via Software Update preferences.
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Review: Samsung SH100 Digital Camera

Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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One of the hassles of owning a digital camera is the constant need to back your snaps up to your computer hard drive.
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LA Noire: Gameplay impressions

Fri, 27th May 2011
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LA Noire impresses with its groundbreaking facial animations but falls short on gameplay and character depth, not quite living up to its hype.
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MacDefender malware variant requires no password

Thu, 26th May 2011
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A new variant of the Mac Defender fake anti-virus malware that does not require an admin password to run, has been reported.
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New Mass Effect 3 details emerge

Thu, 12th May 2011
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A recently published magazine feature reveals a raft of previously unknown details about the finale in BioWare's epic sci-fi trilogy.
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Rumour: New Wipeout title in the works

Wed, 4th May 2011
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Rumours surge as www.wipeout2048.com domain is registered, hinting at a new futuristic racing title in the beloved Wipeout series.
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MotorStorm: Apocalypse gets NZ release date

Tue, 3rd May 2011
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The game that was indefinitely delayed out of respect for those affected by the Canterbury quakes has finally been given the go-ahead.