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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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iPad could suffer stock shortages

Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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Despite rumours of shortages, Apple's iPad set to hit US shelves on March 26th, with Foxconn ensuring up to 700,000 units for launch.
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PlayStation smartphone in 2010?

Fri, 5th Mar 2010
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The Wall Street Journal reports that Sony will release a PlayStation smartphone sometime this year in collaboration with Sony Ericsson.
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[UPDATE] Ubisoft's DRM already cracked

Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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Ubisoft's new DRM for PC games cracked days after Silent Hunter 5 release, sparking a piracy spree despite company denial.
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Activision unveils Blur MP beta trailer

Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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Activision teases an adrenaline-packed multiplayer beta for Blur, kicking off March 8 on Xbox 360, merging real-world racing with arcade battles.
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Sony acquires LittleBigPlanet developer

Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE) acquires Media Molecule, the developer of LittleBigPlanet, to become part of SCE Worldwide Studios.
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Halo: Reach multiplayer footage revealed

Thu, 4th Mar 2010
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Bungie unveils multiplayer gameplay for Halo: Reach in anticipation of the game's beta, revealing exciting new features and surprises.
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Apple files lawsuit against HTC

Wed, 3rd Mar 2010
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Apple sues HTC over iPhone tech, hinting at a deeper battle with Google over Android's use of patented innovations.
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Official: Treyarch behind next Call of Duty title

Wed, 3rd Mar 2010
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Activision has confirmed that Treyarch, the studio behind Call of Duty 3 and World at War, will develop the next instalment in the Call of Duty series.
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PS3 bug fix in development

Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Sony targets fix for PS3 bug within 24 hrs, advising non-slim console owners to halt usage due to a severe clock glitch affecting game play.
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SOMETHING, SOMETHING, SOMETHING DARKSIDE

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Family Guy lampoons Star Wars again with 'Something, Something, Something Darkside', blending iconic sci-fi with irreverent humour.
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[UPDATE] PlayStation Network fault prevents offline play

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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PSN fault leaves gamers unable to play offline or online, affecting global PS3 users. Sony works on fix; slim models less impacted.
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Army of Two: The 40th Day

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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The idea behind the first Army of Two was its focus on co-op; and really, was there any other way to play it?.
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MX vs ATV Reflex

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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MX vs ATV Reflex introduces realism into the series, making tricks and turns more satisfying and challenging. A thrilling step up for extreme sports gaming.
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Lego Rock Band

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Lego Rock Band hits a high note with its blend of familiar gameplay and a quirky, humour-filled Lego twist, enticing fans old and new.
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Game review: Dark Void

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Dark Void soars high on promises but crash-lands with monotonous gameplay and lacklustre presentation, marking a disappointing debut for Airtight Games.
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Blood bowl

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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I would hope that the game feels better to play on a PC or PSP, but I really cannot recommend Blood Bowl to anybody. It hurts.
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Darksiders

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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One of the joys of reviewing games is that occasionally a review copy will turn up on my desk for a game that I know nothing about.
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Game review: Bayonetta

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Bayonetta dazzles with combat finesse yet stumbles on fetishistic portrayal and repetitive gameplay, leaving its brilliance dimmed.
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The Saboteur

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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In the gritty heart of WWII's occupied Europe, race-car driver Sean Devlin seeks explosive revenge in the action-packed game, The Saboteur.
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BioShock 2

Mon, 1st Mar 2010
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Back in 2007, BioShock delivered what many look back on as the finest single-player experience of this generation.