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A Predator Speaker SystemEdifier Predator rated 8 out of 10

May 25, 2013 in Entertainment Review : Edifier Predator
Often it is easy to recognise an Edifier speaker system just by looking at its usual design concept.

Soda Stream RevolutionSoda Stream Revolution rated 7 out of 10

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 HubD-Link USB 3 0 Hub rated 6 out of 10

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.

review 690057 focus haunting mysteries triple pacA Collection of MysteriesFocus Multimedia Haunting Mysteries Triple Pack rated 9 out of 10

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 8Learning Windows 8 rated 9 out of 10

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.

review 690055 Brother DCP J4110DW all in one print scan coBrother DCP-J4110DWBrother DCP-J4110DW rated 8 out of 10

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.

review 690041 Samsung Galaxy CamerSamsung Galaxy CameraSamsung Galaxy Camera rated 8 out of 10

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.

review 691157 Garmin 2598LMTD sat naGarmin's New Generation SatnavGarmin's New Generation Satnav rated 9 out of 10

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.

review 690040 Trendnet TPL308E2K 200 Mbps Mini Powerline Ethernet AdapteTrendnet or Devolo

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.

review 690056 avanquest Between the Worlds II The PyramiExploring the PyramidAvanquest The Pyramid between the Worlds II rated 6 out of 10

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.

review 690039 BenQ GW2250HM 2Ben Q 21.5inch LED Panel GW2250HMBen Q 21 5inch LED Panel GW2250HM rated 9 out of 10

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…

review 689560 kobo glo ebook readeAn eBook ReaderKobo Glo eReader rated 7 out of 10

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.

review 689558 focus vampire saga breakouAn Undead CollectionFocus Multimedia Vampire Saga Break Out rated 8 out of 10

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.

review 690038 SWANN SWPRO 760CAM UK PRO 760 Super Wide Angle Security CamerSwann Wide Angle Security Camera Pro-760Swann Wide Angle Security Camera Pro-760 rated 8 out of 10

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.

review 689559 Epson Expression Photo XP 850 photo printeA Multifunction Photo PrinterEpson Expression Photo XP-850 rated 7 out of 10

The Epson Expression Photo XP-850 is a multi-function device that is aimed more at the photo enthusiast than a general purpose user.

review 690037 Gemini Joytab DC7 Dual Core Duo 8Gb TableJoyTab Duo 7JoyTab Duo 7 rated 8 out of 10

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 ProtectionImpact Shield Screen Protection rated 9 out of 10

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.

review 690035 Vibram Vibram FiveFingers Mens Kso TraineHang Buddy Pro and 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.

review 689233 focus dark mysteries triple pacA Triple Dose of MysteryFocus Multimedia Dark Mysteries Tripe Pack Secrets of the Dark Temple of the Night Nightmare at Sea rated 8 out of 10

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.

review 690036 Creative Sound Blaster Axx 10 Wireless Bluetooth SpeakeSoundBlaster SBX 10SoundBlaster SBX 10 rated 8 out of 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.
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