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Soda Stream Revolution
May 24, 2013
in Homes and Gardens
For anyone of a certain age this was an iconic brand when you still paid 7 shillings and 6 pence deposit when you got a syphon of soda from the off licence. Long before you could buy a bottle of soda water from a supermarket.
USB 3.0 Hub
May 23, 2013
in Misc
Review : D-Link USB 3 0 Hub
Backward compatible with previous versions of the technology, the latest incarnation of USB offers various enhancements that might appeal.
A Collection of Mysteries
May 22, 2013
in Entertainment
Review : Focus Multimedia Haunting Mysteries Triple Pack
Bringing together The Maze, Paranormal and the Guardians, Focus Multimedia has come up with a Haunting Mysteries Triple Pack. Originally published by Big Fish Games, these three titles of Urban Legends: The Maze, Paranormal Criminal Investigations: Brotherhood of the Crescent Snake and Guardians of Beyond: Witchville will need to be installed separately. Each title will add its own icon to your desktop.
Learning Windows 8
May 22, 2013
in Software
Rather than a book this is a software package that will work on Windows XP, Windows 7 and Windows 8. It has text to read – this can also be read out – and things to do after it has explained them using a dummy Windows 8 interface.
Brother DCP-J4110DW
May 21, 2013
in Printers/Scanners
While A3 printers can easily print A4 documents, it is unusual to come across an A4 printer that can produce A3 documents unless it is a Brother unit.
Samsung Galaxy Camera
May 20, 2013
in Cameras
Certainly a crossover device, as Samsung makes smartphones and Samsung also make digital cameras. So in theory anyway a digital camera that looks like a smartphone with a quality lens added to it has a good chance of being a winner.
Garmin's New Generation Satnav
May 19, 2013
in Misc
Over the years satnavs have got more user-friendly and more sophisticated. Garmin’s 2598LMTD is a vast improvement over products available even just one or two years ago. It comes with maps covering 45 European countries and free lifetime map updates so will meet the needs of the traveller both today and into the future. Consequently, as well as the first-time buyer, many existing users could well consider that it is s worthwhile upgrade.
Trendnet or Devolo
May 19, 2013
in Laptops/PCs/Apple
Review : TRENDnet Powerline 200 AV Nano Adapter & DEVOLO dLAN 500 Starter Kit
Two companies offering devices to let you extend the range of your router by using Ethernet over your ring main, this means that if you have dodgy conectivity in part of your property it can be solved by using a plug in adapter.
Exploring the Pyramid
May 18, 2013
in Entertainment
Review : Avanquest The Pyramid between the Worlds II
This next game offers you the choice of a male or female character as you set out to locate and explore the mysteries of a pyramid.
Ben Q 21.5inch LED Panel GW2250HM
May 17, 2013
in Laptops/PCs/Apple
Review : Ben Q 21 5inch LED Panel GW2250HM
Having recently looked at some 23inch and 27inch flat panels, here is a 22inch (21.5inch) offering that still supports 1920x1080 but is a lighter and cheaper unit, still this seems perfectly usable and if your budget is more limited…
An eBook Reader
May 16, 2013
in Misc
Review : Kobo Glo eReader
With its stores within a store, Kobo is certainly making an impression within its designated field of eBook readers.
An Undead Collection
May 15, 2013
in Entertainment
Review : Focus Multimedia Vampire Saga Break Out
For those with a strong interest with taking on the challenge of the Undead, Focus Multimedia has brought together three titles that originally appeared as part of the Alawar extensive catalogue of games.
Swann Wide Angle Security Camera Pro-760
May 15, 2013
in Homes and Gardens
With CCTV being everywhere perhaps it is time to consider it for inside or outside your property. This offering from Swann offers a wide angle view from a single static camera so you should be able to know who has called.
It is quite a small unit at 12x7x5.5cm and this includes the sun shield. The bracket is 9x4.5x3cm this is fixed to the units base.
A Multifunction Photo Printer
May 14, 2013
in Printers/Scanners
Review : Epson Expression Photo XP-850
The Epson Expression Photo XP-850 is a multi-function device that is aimed more at the photo enthusiast than a general purpose user.
JoyTab Duo 7
May 13, 2013
in Laptops/PCs/Apple
Having looked at a couple of larger Android tablets from Gemini here it’s the turn of one that can fit into a larger pocket. So for those who want something bigger than the screen on a phone but not one as large as a notebook.
Impact Shield Screen Protection
May 12, 2013
in Phones
It only takes a moment of carelessness to break one’s smartphone. A drop onto a hard surface that breaks the screen would result in a large repair bill and, even worse, one would have to manage without it while it was away being repaired. The Impact Shield multi-layer screen protector from Tech21 is claimed to offer the best available impact protection that doesn’t inhibit a device’s performance.
Hang Buddy Pro and Treksport
May 12, 2013
in Homes and Gardens
Review : Hang Buddy Pro & KSO Treksport
The first is something to aid the placing and fitting of hook in walls etc, in fact it’s the perfect complete kit of items. The second is something I will never wear in anger but maybe if you are half my age these are serious trekking shoes.
A Triple Dose of Mystery
May 11, 2013
in Entertainment
Review : Focus Multimedia Dark Mysteries Tripe Pack Secrets of the Dark Temple of the Night Nightmare at Sea
Focus Multimedia has bundled together three titles originally published by Big Fish Games in a Dark Mysteries Triple Pack. The three games are The Secrets of Arcelia Island, Secrets of the Dark: Temple of Night, and Written Legends: Nightmare at Sea. In each case the game belongs to the Hidden Object Adventure genre. From a single front-end, each of the titles can be installed in turn. A separate desktop icon will be created for each game.
SoundBlaster SBX 10
May 10, 2013
in Entertainment
Having recently attended a games event and told you about some rather nice headphones I was offered the chance to review a Bluetooth speaker set that works rather well via USB when connected to your PC its secret is that it’s a single speaker.
Nero 12 Platinum
May 9, 2013
in Software
Review : Nero Nero 12 Platinum
After years of going head-to-head with the Roxio Creator package, Nero now faces a different challenge following Corel’s buyout of Roxio.
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