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Top 10 Sat Navs

Monday, August 30th, 2010

Satellite navigation systems have improved massively since they first came onto the market a few years ago meaning you can more easily navigate around the UK and Ireland or even across Europe.

These easy to use GPS devices often come with speed camera detection, assistance to tell you which lane to get into, traffic updates and the latest maps guaranteed. There is even one model that has maps of the US and Canada for anyone pretty much driving around the world.

The main manufacturers Garmin and TomTom have pretty much got the top 10 tied up between them so it’s a matter of choose which model suits you best. Let’s have a look at the top 10 Sat Navs now.

1. Garmin Nuvi 1340 Satellite Navigation with UK & Western Europe (22 Countries)

Garmin Nuvi 1340 Satellite Navigation with UK & Western Europe (22 Countries)

Street-level mapping for UK, Ireland & Western Europe (22 countries) with 60-Day nüMaps™ Guarantee

  • Street-level mapping for UK, Ireland & Western Europe (22 countries) with 60-Day nüMaps™ Guarantee
  • Built-in Cyclops™ speed camera database (includes fixed camera locations and mobile hot-spots)
  • Lane Assist – illustrates the correct lane choice for upcoming turns and exits
  • Text to speech calls out the names of upcoming road names on the route
  • 4.3 inch wide touchscreen display, sleek, ultra-slim design that fits easily in your pocket.

Buy Now – £103.99
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Top 10 Digital Photo Frames

Friday, August 27th, 2010

Digital photo frames are brilliant gadgets that allow us to load up and view our most treasured photographs in a tasteful slideshow or montage. They are an ideal way to display lots of photographs and now come in all shapes and sizes.

We round up the best 10 digital photo frames from mini picture frames with a 1.5 inch display up to 7, 8 and 10 inch displays that can hold thousands of photographs.

Onward then, to view the best digital photo frames.

1. Kodak EasyShare P725 7 inch high-resolution Digital Photo Frame, with 4000 image storage capacity – Black

Kodak EasyShare P725 7 inch high-resolution Digital Photo Frame, with 4000 image storage capacity - Black

Stunning picture quality with Kodak colour science image processors

  • High resolution 7 inch screen (800×600 pixels)
  • Stunning picture quality with Kodak colour science image processors
  • Store up to 4,000 pictures on the built-in memory
  • Accepts all common memory cards and USB
  • Easy to use

Buy Now – £38.20
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Top 10 Radio Controlled Toys

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

Radio Controlled, or RC, toys are simply amazing – from cranes, trucks, forklifts and planes, each one looks and works so realistically.

Whoever you buy one of these fantastic RC toys for, whether yourself or as a gift, you will get tons of enjoyment out of these truly realistic radio controlled toys.

So let’s not hang about any longer, onto the top 10 radio controlled toys.

1. Radio Controlled Excavator

The large 1:12 scale Hobby Track RC Excavator is a radio controlled construction site vehicle, over two feet long with it’s bucket extended and has an authentic weathered finished.

The highly detailed Track RC Excavator can perform eight functions and can actually lift light material just like a real construction loader.

The highly detailed Track RC Excavator can perform eight functions and can actually lift light material just like a real construction loader.

  • One 1:12 scale Track RC Excavator
  • Made by Hobby Engine
  • Ready to run out of the box
  • 8-function radio control
  • Authentic weathered finish
  • Highly detailed
  • Working white head light
  • Can lift light material
  • Functions just like a real loader
  • Suitable for age 8 years and up
  • Size: Track RC Excavator (maximums) L 75cm x H 49cm x W 22cm

Buy Now – £72.95

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Top 10 Webcams

Saturday, August 14th, 2010

Webcams have lots of great uses – video calling, conferencing, gaming, security, webcasting and video chat are just some of them.

A roundup of the best 10 webcams wouldn’t go amiss then would it?

1. TeckNet New USB Webcam Camera, 5 MegaPixel, 5G Lens, Built in microphone, Night Vision

TeckNet New USB Webcam Camera, 5 MegaPixel, 5G Lens, Built in microphone, Night Vision

Built-in Microphone, Auto face tracking, USB 2.0, No driver need

  • Up to 5.0 Mega pixels resolution, Image Capture: 2560*1920 Resolution (using 1.3M Hardware, Enhanced by the software)
  • Lens: High Quality 5 layers glass lens, 6 LEDs on both sides of the Len
  • Built-in Microphone, Auto face tracking, USB 2.0, No driver need
  • Manual lens focus:F6.0mm. Focus ranger: from 20mm to limitless far, White balance: Automatic/manual, Expose control: Automatic/Manual
  • Supports Windows XP/2000/2003/Vista/Win 7

Buy Now – £8.99
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Top 10 Apple iPod Docks

Wednesday, August 11th, 2010

You’ve got your iPod with tons of great music and now you want to let it out on a big stage. For convenience and style the iPod speaker dock is a common enough purchase but there are dozens on the market, which is best?

We have assembled the best 10 iPod speaker docks and systems to fit a variety of budgets and tastes. Why not buy a cheaper iPod dock for the bedroom to wake you up in the morning and then a bigger stereo system for the living room?

Nevermind, you can decide where to put the Philips DCB293/05 Micro HiFi System later – here are the top 10 iPod speaker docks.

1. Logitech Speaker S125i – Portable dock For iPod

Logitech Speaker S125i - Portable dock For iPod

Play and charge any iPod model with a dock connector, except 3rd generation models

  • Play and charge any iPod model with a dock connector, except 3rd generation models
  • Feel the beat even more with bass boost.
  • A compact size and up to 10 hours of battery life.
  • Listen to any portable music player with a standard 3.5 mm stereo jack.
  • (The Shuffle does not have a dock connector. And an audio cable is not provided)

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Top 10 Apple iPhone 4 Cases

Sunday, August 8th, 2010

Your new iPhone 4 marries beautiful design with the latest cutting edge technology.

This is the best iPhone yet with an even sharper display, a 5 mega pixel camera that can shoot HD video and Facetime, for video chat with other iPhone users. But now you need a case for your beloved iPhone – here are the best 10.

1. Clear Gel Silicone Protective Armour Case Cover & Screen Protector Kit for New Apple iPhone 4 4G HD

Clear Gel Silicone Protective Armour Case Cover & Screen Protector Kit for New Apple iPhone 4 4G HD

Protect your iPhone 4 in this very stylish gel case. Ergonomic design and tailored to fit the specified model. Easy to fit, allows access to all buttons and headphone jack. Gives your phone a crystallized look.

Buy Now – £3.95

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Top 10 Apple iPad Cases and Accessories

Saturday, June 19th, 2010

The iPad’s success has been nothing short of staggering, over 1 million sold in the US in its first month and another million sold across the rest of the world, all within weeks of its initial release.

With the iPad taking the world by storm, manufacturers of accessories such as cases, covers, screen protectors and styluses have been quick to put their products onto the market in order to capitalise on the huge numbers of iPads being sold each week.

To supplement your original iPad purchase there are already a myriad of different cases, screen protectors and other accessories. We round up the best 10 iPad cases and accessories to hopefully make your selection that bit more straightforward.

1. Snugg Leather Case Cover and Flip Stand for the Apple iPad – Black

Snugg Leather Case Cover and Flip Stand for the Apple iPad - Black

Superior Apple iPad Case by Snugg - Front cover can be flipped over and folded to create a stand - Watch movies or picture slideshows at the perfect viewing angle - Protective lightweight PU Leather with magnetic closure - Full access to all ports and connections

Buy Now – £29.99

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Top 10 Edible Gadgets

Saturday, May 22nd, 2010

Gadgets that make nice things to eat or drink, help you prepare things to eat or are otherwise edible are always popular. We have prepared a top 10 roundup of Edible Gadgets for your delectation.

1. Candy Floss Maker

Candy Floss Maker

The Candy Floss Maker is absolutely brilliant at parties - we guarantee guests of all ages will be unable to resist its sugary charms.

Buy Now – £34.99

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Top 10 Eco-Friendly Gadgets

Wednesday, May 5th, 2010

The times we live in mean that we have had to become kinder to the planet and more eco-friendly. This roundup of the top 10 eco-friendly or green gadgets aim to help you save energy, save money or provide a new use for things thrown away.

1. FreeLoader Solar Chargers

Freeloader Solar Chargers

Charge up your gadgets using the power of the sun, including MP3 players, mobile phones and digital cameras

Buy Now – Pico £16.99, Original Silver £29.99, Pro £69.99

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Top 10 Firebox Gadgets

Sunday, May 2nd, 2010

We are going to feature a lot of fantastic gadgets on this site and one of the best places to find great gadgets is Firebox.

Here are the top 10 bestselling gadgets at the moment on Firebox.

1. Neverlate Executive Alarm Clock

Neverlate Executive Alarm Clock

Features two 7-day schedules ('his & hers' - 14 different alarms) and 7 extra 'everyday reminder' alarms

Buy Now – £39.99

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