Category: Gadgets
Quarter of Brits STRUGGLE with new gadgets, claims Which?
A quarter of British adults struggle to get their new gadgets to work. New research from Which? shows that just over one in four (27%) adults who received a tech gift this year at Christmas had problems using their gift. And just over in four (28%) of us were still trying to get their tech up…
Brits are sitting on almost £3.5 billion worth of unused gadgets
Brits are sitting on almost £3.5 billion worth of unused gadgets in their home, a study has found. The average household has old phones, computers, games consoles or TVs gathering dust in drawers, cupboards and even under the stairs, worth around £127 each. UK homes are also hoarding 4.4 million unwanted iPhones and 2.6 million…
Smartech brings Snapchat’s Nico and Veronica £199 camera sunglasses to Selfridges
Innovation store Smartech has announced that Snapchat’s newest camera sunglasses, Nico and Veronica (pictured above), will be available from its flagship store within Selfridges, London. Designed those who love tech and design, both of these latest designs come in glossy black-on-black and now have polarized lenses. With the sunglasses on there is no need to pull…
August launches SWB200 smart activity and fitness tracker for £54.95
August launches affordable, app enabled fitness tracker wristband with OLED display, notifications and 30-day battery life Accurately tracks daily activity including steps, distance, heart rate, blood oxygen, calories burnt and sleep UK based consumer electronics company August International has announced the launch of the SWB200 smart activity tracker. Packed full of features, this app-enabled wristband tracks a…
Feeling SAD? Lumie introduces £125 Shine 300 sleep/wake up light
Let's face it, this time of year can be a little depressing. Summer is over. Everything is getting back to normal and the days are getting shorter once again. For those who are suffering from the effects of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder) one option is to get a sleep/wake up light such as this new…
Urbanista unveil Chicago wireless sports earphones
Swedish lifestyle audio brand Urbanista today introduces the latest addition to its wireless sports earphone range. A collaboration of refined sound and elegant lightweight design, the Chicago is billed as any athlete’s perfect sidekick. Featuring specialised 10mm drivers, the Chicago are wireless earphones which are equipped with Urbanista’s unique GoFit tips. The Boost tips are…
Beoplay E8 now available in British Racing Green
Bang & Olufsen has revealed the fourth product of the Special Edition Collection – the Beoplay E8 Racing Green wireless Bluetooth earphones. With its deep, rich green shade, Beoplay E8 Racing Green is inspired by one of the most iconic colours in the car racing world, a colour that has become synonymous with performance, cutting-edge…
Dualit launches limited edition £499 rose gold toaster
Dualit four slot toaster with Rose Gold Finish, £499 Forget white goods! These days if you want the finest kitchen accessories possible then you need to go for something a little more flash - ideally in a colour that complements your iPhone or produced in conjunction with a fashion label. Recently we wrote about SMEG's…
Half of pet owners have bought gadgets for four-legged friends
48% of Brits invest in technology for pets62% of pet owners don’t want their four-legged friends to be lonelyLondon pet owners invest most in tech for pets British pets are now being entertained and fed by the latest smart technology according to new research. The survey of 1,007 UK adults carried out by gadgets and technology…
Is smart home technology leaving Brits baffled?
The results from a recent study entitled ‘Smart Home Shopper’ reveal that more than half of Brits have purchased smart technology for their homes – but many have little idea how to use it. The research, published by field marketing agency Gekko, found that 56 percent of adults have bought the latest must-have smart home tech, including WiFi controlled security…