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Technology Gifts stories - Page 2

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: Apple iPhone 17e tested and assessed

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Apple's iPhone 17e pairs strong A19 performance and all-day battery life with a 60Hz screen and pared-back camera system.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A57 5G smartphone

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Samsung's Galaxy A57 5G gets a slimmer, lighter body, tougher build and longer software support, but the camera and features remain familiar.
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DigiCert posts record ARR after Valimail acquisition

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DigiCert scales digital trust platform with Valimail deal as Q4 annual recurring revenue hits a company record and bookings top guidance.
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Tineco tops wet & dry vacuum market for fourth year

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Tineco keeps global lead in household wet and dry vacuum cleaners as Euromonitor again places it first, with a 35% market share in 2025.
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Sony launches BRAVIA Theatre gear & TV in Australia

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Sony unveils new BRAVIA Theatre soundbars, subwoofers and rear speakers in Australia, with a 100-inch BRAVIA 3 II TV set to follow.
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Dreame teams up with Sydney Swans in Australia push

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Dreame deepens its Australian push with Sydney Swans deal as the consumer tech brand seeks wider reach beyond home cleaning products.
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Norway tops iSelect home security index as UK ranks seventh

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Norway leads iSelect's latest home security rankings as Finland and New Zealand follow, with robbery rates and online interest driving scores.
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Bluesound PULSE FLEX debuts redesigned wireless speaker

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Amber Technology has unveiled a redesigned Bluesound PULSE FLEX in Australia, a compact, high-res wireless speaker for smaller rooms.
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Game review: Screamer (Xbox Series X)

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Screamer on Xbox Series X delivers fast, anime-flavoured arcade racing and inventive mechanics, but balance issues may test casual drivers.
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Logitech Mother's Day guide spotlights home working gear

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Logitech's Mother's Day gift guide showcases six home-working and audio gadgets in Australia, priced from AUD $99.95 to AUD $289.95.
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Hands-on Review: Upgrading to an Espresso Lite 15 portable monitor

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Espresso's Lite 15 portable monitor turns cramped handhelds and laptops into roomy, Full HD dual-screen setups almost anywhere you work or play.
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Game review: Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake (Switch 2)

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Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake scares up smart tweaks and gyro thrills on Switch 2, but creaky 30fps and cut content haunt it.
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AliExpress raises UK Brand+ price guarantee to £40

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AliExpress boosts its UK Brand+ price promise, lifting per-item refunds to GBP £40 and monthly claim caps to GBP £160 on select goods.
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Arduino, Qualcomm launch Hackster contest for UNO Q

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Arduino and Qualcomm launch a global Hackster contest around the new AI-focused UNO Q board, giving away 300 units to developers.
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Samsung launches Jet 95S cordless vacuum in Australia

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Samsung unveils Jet 95S cordless vacuum in Australia, a AUD $799 model built for 'chore snacking' with stronger suction and smart cleaning modes.
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Game review: Resident Evil Requiem (PC)

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Resident Evil Requiem expertly fuses classic survival horror with modern action flourishes, delivering a gripping, gore-soaked return to form.
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DLC review: Two Point Museum: Zooseum DLC (Switch 2)

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Two Point Museum's Zooseum DLC on Switch 2 adds animal care, complex habitats and hungry predators to its charming management sim.
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Klarna tops 1 million merchants as leisure spend surges

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Klarna has topped 1 million merchants worldwide as it accelerates into everyday and leisure spending, led by sport, hobby and wellness.
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NAD debuts CI Modular audio series for Australian racks

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NAD launches its CI Modular Series in Australia, a compact BluOS-powered trio for dense multi-room audio racks in homes and businesses.
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Hands-on review: Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone

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Samsung's Galaxy A17 5G pairs a standout AMOLED screen and strong battery with modest performance in an accessible budget package.