Valentine's Day. V Day. Valella-ella-ella Day. Just the excuse you need to be showered with roses, or a celebration dreamt up by marketing companies in order to shift more pink-toned units? I couldn't possibly say. What I could do, however, is give you an idea of the kind of stuff sent our way, and leave you to make up your mind.
1. They say: "It's a USB Piggy Radio, great for brightening up the desk or for anyone with a soft spot for the little squealers"
We say: "You bought me a pig? You think I'm fat? Oh my god, I can't believe you"
Romance points: 2/10
Product page: Alt-gifts for £9.95
2. They say: "This is an ideal Valentines present for sentimentalists and gadget gurus alike. This 1.1 inch digital photo frame is great value for money as it allows you to upload such a large quantity of images and comes in a beautifully designed handmade loveheart box"
We say: "The phrase 'value for money' should never be spoken in relation to matters of the heart. But it's sweet, in a kind of 21st century version of keeping 97 photos of your wedding in your wallet kind of way"
Romance points: 7/10
Product page: £10.99 from Amazon
3. They say: "We have something extra special for Valentines so I thought I should email you: Ranch Rider has a hot ranch stay to rekindle the flames of passion. At the Price Canyon there will be several calves to brand on Valentine's Day. This activity is an exhilarating experience which many couples have enjoyed - the ranch itself also sees many honeymooners" We say: "This is our absolute favourite way of celebrating Valentine's Day, and in fact, probably the best press release we have ever received, despite it having sod all to do with gadgets" Romance points: Unquantifiable Product page: Various prices from Ranch Riders
4. They say: "Remember the good old days when you made compilations of all your favourite music, to share with your loved ones, on good old fashioned blank cassette tapes?"
We say: "The perfect combinations of fond memories and current technology, reminding us of the days we used to sit by our tape decks on a Sunday and record the Top 40"
Romance points: 8/10
Product page: Totally Funky for £19.99
5. They say: "Candy is a staple of Valentine's Day. Most candy is boring, but not the gems we've found. Give your Valentine some non-traditional candy hearts - the Despair, Inc. Bittersweets (let's just say their messages aren't exactly happy)."
We say: "We like the anti-Valentine's message of this one. Who says you can't celebrate the day without a partner (even if the celebration involves moping)"
Romance points: 1/10
Product page: $9.99 from Think Geek
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