Technology Gifts stories - Page 427
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.
Apple acquires chipmaker Intrinsity
Wed, 5th May 2010
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In a bid to create faster chips for its devices, Apple has purchased Intrinsity, which has already created custom chips for the iPad.
Vodafone drops data roaming charges
Wed, 5th May 2010
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Vodafone slashes global data roaming costs to $10/MB, offering a significant 93% cut for Australian travel. Promotion ends 26 Aug.
Bungie: Reach servers 'are getting hammered'
Tue, 4th May 2010
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Bungie tackles severe server strain as Halo: Reach fans face slow matchmaking and glitches, promising swift resolution amid historic beta test.
Halo: Reach - six minute video tutorial
Tue, 4th May 2010
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Aisha Tyler fronts a detailed 6-minute 'Halo: Reach' tutorial, unveiling maps, weapons, and tactics for the eagerly awaited beta.
iPad sales hit one million mark
Tue, 4th May 2010
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With 3G iPad sales estimated at 300,000, Apple today announced that it has sold more than a million iPads since its US launch on April 3rd.
Apple to close Lala music service
Mon, 3rd May 2010
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Could Apple be about to unveil a cloud-based iTunes service? Apple has announced that it is to close Lala, its recently purchased online music service.
Call Of Duty: Black Ops official - first trailer
Mon, 3rd May 2010
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First glance at COD: Black Ops revealed – sees end of WWII setting, with hints at Vietnam or even space! Out 11 Nov.
Mass Effect 2: Kasumi – Stolen Memory
Sat, 1st May 2010
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EA releases Mass Effect 2's 'Stolen Memory', a paid DLC inviting players to a unique heist with Kasumi, despite prior free content success.
Lips Party Classics
Sat, 1st May 2010
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digital music
Lips: Party Classics is a stand-alone expansion that adds another 40 songs to the playlist of the popular Xbox 360 karaoke game.
Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Dragon Age: Origins - Awakening expansion offers 10-15 hrs of gripping RPG action for veterans, but may daunt newcomers, advises playing original first.
Metro 2033
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Amid an FPS overload, Metro 2033 emerges with a distinct, post-apocalyptic charm, innovating within a crowded genre.
Stronghold Collection
Sat, 1st May 2010
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2k games
Revisit the epic medieval series with the Stronghold Collection, where building castles meets historic battles in a gaming nostalgia trip.
Game review: Yakuza 3
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Yakuza 3 is a little-known title that was released in Japan well over a year ago now, but it's finally seen a Western release.
ModNation Racers
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Can a cartoon kart racer compete on current-gen consoles? United Front games banks that 'customisation' and 'community' are the keys.
RED STEEL 2
Sat, 1st May 2010
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Red Steel 2, a video game masterpiece, marries Wild West and samurai action on the Wii, showcasing what motion controls were made for.
Mitel Joins BlackBerry Alliance Program
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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he combined solution will enable fixed and mobile voice communications, and help to increase corporate efficiencies and promote employee responsiveness.
Sony sued for removing Linux from PS3
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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Sony faces legal action from a Californian man claiming its removal of Linux support from the PS3 is a breach of contract and deceptive business practice.
Jobs: Flash is why Macs crash
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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Apple's Steve Jobs cites security and crashes as key reasons for banning Flash on iOS devices, emphasising technology over business motives.
PS Home ModNation competition
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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Sony launches the ModSpot Challenge in PS Home, where players race to find Mods in a vast virtual world for a chance to win exclusive items.
Activision to publish future, multiplatform Bungie titles
Fri, 30th Apr 2010
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Activision secures a 10-year deal with Bungie, makers of Halo, spreading future titles across multiple platforms, including PS3.