2012 Christmas Gift Guide
Two weeks to go to the big day. And you’re still looking for gift ideas aren’t you? Here are some of my favourite items of the year that you might want to purchase for friends and family...
Honestech Audio Recorder 3 Plus with Cassette Player
If they have a lot of old recordings lying around on cassettes, this is the ideal device to get them digitised before they wither and die tucked away in that cold and miserable loft. More details in my full review here:-
http://www.myreviewer.com/Digitise_your_trip_down_memory_lane_Hardware_Review/a151559
Gemini JoyTab
In the market for an Android tablet? This one was pretty impressive when it was on test during the summer, and Gemini have released some new models since then with improved processing power.
http://www.myreviewer.com/Gemini_JoyTab_10_97_Hardware_Details/a149178
The 2012 Olympics DVD
Few could argue when Lord Coe stated, “We lit the flame, and we lit up the World”. Watched by record TV audiences, Danny Boyle’s Opening Ceremony was just one of the many highlights of the historic, heart-warming and truly fantastic London 2012 Olympic Games, which united and enthralled the nation.
The London 2012 Olympic Games DVD collection features Danny Boyle’s re-edited version of the entire Opening Ceremony and a unique audio commentary from director Danny Boyle and writer Frank Cottrell Boyce (certainly better than some of the commentary on the night). This fascinating DVD extra feature offers an insight into the artistic direction and creative execution of one of the most watched television moments in recent history.
This five-disc DVD release also offers The London 2012 Closing Ceremony in full, and over seven hours of sporting highlights presented by Sue Barker and featuring the BBC’s unrivalled commentary team. Relive all of Team GB’s electrifying medal-winning victories and watch the sporting action from The London 2012 Olympic Games; from the first gold medal-winning performances by rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning to the imperious time trial by Bradley Wiggins. Who can forget thrilling moments such as Michael Phelps’ record 19th Olympic medal, Katherine Grainger’s long awaited gold, Andy Murray’s emotional victory, Usain Bolt’s 100m Olympic title or the amazing ‘Super Saturday’ when Ennis, Farah and Rutherford all won track and field gold medals in the space of a few glorious hours of each other.
This release is available in the UK on DVD RRP £29.99 and Blu-ray RRP £34.99.
Adrian Mole DVD
Another highlight of the year for me, this wonderful piece of nostalgia. Some of my favourite books, and proof that ITV can make good TV when they have proper authors writing stories! Full review here:-
http://www.myreviewer.com/Profoundly_in_love_with_Pandora_DVD_Review/a151560
Ricoh CX 6
Looking for a new digital camera for Xmas? How about the latest in a long line of successful models from Ricoh. They seem to have reached the pinnacle in the range with this one (still no news on a CX 7). Full review http://www.myreviewer.com/C_to_the_X_to_the_6_Hardware_Review/a149593
Edifier Sound to GO Plus
A nice little “speaker bar” which fits in very well with your trendy laptop, or your tablet or smartphone. Rechargeable via USB, and plays sound via USB or 3.5mm jack. Ideal for travel because of its compact footprint.
STM tracer
Need a way of operating your smart phone when it’s cold and you’re wearing gloves? Dont’ want to buy new gloves with “smart tip” technology? How about this handy pen, with two different coloured inks, a smartphone stylus and a SIM ejector and mini screwdriver?
iPhone Arvo case from STM
Keep your iPhone 5 protected with the new Arvo case from STM. The arvo, available in 5 colours (black, grey, pink, blue and white), provides dual hard shell and soft touch protection, with a built in kickstand for horizontal viewing. RRP £29.95
Laplink PCmover
A perfect gift for those who get a new laptop for Christmas!
Moving to a new PC has never been easier. Use PCmover to automatically transfer all your selected programs, files and settings from your old PC to your new one. With PCmover, there’s no need to find old CDs or serial numbers because your programs are automatically installed and ready to use on your new PC.
You start the transfer and walk away. PCmover does the rest! Use PCmover to move from an old PC to a new one, to transfer contents of an old hard drive (or image), or to perform an in-place upgrade even from Windows XP.
Transfer all or selected user profiles including related settings in one easy step. Quickly reverse changes made to your new PC with PCmover’s easy undo feature.
Also included is SafeErase - protect yourself and your data with SafeErase, the fastest and most secure way to permanently delete sensitive information. Securely deletes Internet browser data, files, partitions and entire hard drives. Employs six methods for secure elimination of your confidential data. Overwrites with zeros for the fastest deletion times. Choose from pre-defined and individual deletion profiles and receive detailed reports on the deletion process.
Honestech Audio Recorder 3 Plus with Cassette Player
If they have a lot of old recordings lying around on cassettes, this is the ideal device to get them digitised before they wither and die tucked away in that cold and miserable loft. More details in my full review here:-
http://www.myreviewer.com/Digitise_your_trip_down_memory_lane_Hardware_Review/a151559
Gemini JoyTab
In the market for an Android tablet? This one was pretty impressive when it was on test during the summer, and Gemini have released some new models since then with improved processing power.
http://www.myreviewer.com/Gemini_JoyTab_10_97_Hardware_Details/a149178
The 2012 Olympics DVD
Few could argue when Lord Coe stated, “We lit the flame, and we lit up the World”. Watched by record TV audiences, Danny Boyle’s Opening Ceremony was just one of the many highlights of the historic, heart-warming and truly fantastic London 2012 Olympic Games, which united and enthralled the nation.
The London 2012 Olympic Games DVD collection features Danny Boyle’s re-edited version of the entire Opening Ceremony and a unique audio commentary from director Danny Boyle and writer Frank Cottrell Boyce (certainly better than some of the commentary on the night). This fascinating DVD extra feature offers an insight into the artistic direction and creative execution of one of the most watched television moments in recent history.
This five-disc DVD release also offers The London 2012 Closing Ceremony in full, and over seven hours of sporting highlights presented by Sue Barker and featuring the BBC’s unrivalled commentary team. Relive all of Team GB’s electrifying medal-winning victories and watch the sporting action from The London 2012 Olympic Games; from the first gold medal-winning performances by rowers Helen Glover and Heather Stanning to the imperious time trial by Bradley Wiggins. Who can forget thrilling moments such as Michael Phelps’ record 19th Olympic medal, Katherine Grainger’s long awaited gold, Andy Murray’s emotional victory, Usain Bolt’s 100m Olympic title or the amazing ‘Super Saturday’ when Ennis, Farah and Rutherford all won track and field gold medals in the space of a few glorious hours of each other.
This release is available in the UK on DVD RRP £29.99 and Blu-ray RRP £34.99.
Adrian Mole DVD
Another highlight of the year for me, this wonderful piece of nostalgia. Some of my favourite books, and proof that ITV can make good TV when they have proper authors writing stories! Full review here:-
http://www.myreviewer.com/Profoundly_in_love_with_Pandora_DVD_Review/a151560
Ricoh CX 6
Looking for a new digital camera for Xmas? How about the latest in a long line of successful models from Ricoh. They seem to have reached the pinnacle in the range with this one (still no news on a CX 7). Full review http://www.myreviewer.com/C_to_the_X_to_the_6_Hardware_Review/a149593
Edifier Sound to GO Plus
A nice little “speaker bar” which fits in very well with your trendy laptop, or your tablet or smartphone. Rechargeable via USB, and plays sound via USB or 3.5mm jack. Ideal for travel because of its compact footprint.
STM tracer
Need a way of operating your smart phone when it’s cold and you’re wearing gloves? Dont’ want to buy new gloves with “smart tip” technology? How about this handy pen, with two different coloured inks, a smartphone stylus and a SIM ejector and mini screwdriver?
iPhone Arvo case from STM
Keep your iPhone 5 protected with the new Arvo case from STM. The arvo, available in 5 colours (black, grey, pink, blue and white), provides dual hard shell and soft touch protection, with a built in kickstand for horizontal viewing. RRP £29.95
Laplink PCmover
A perfect gift for those who get a new laptop for Christmas!
Moving to a new PC has never been easier. Use PCmover to automatically transfer all your selected programs, files and settings from your old PC to your new one. With PCmover, there’s no need to find old CDs or serial numbers because your programs are automatically installed and ready to use on your new PC.
You start the transfer and walk away. PCmover does the rest! Use PCmover to move from an old PC to a new one, to transfer contents of an old hard drive (or image), or to perform an in-place upgrade even from Windows XP.
Transfer all or selected user profiles including related settings in one easy step. Quickly reverse changes made to your new PC with PCmover’s easy undo feature.
Also included is SafeErase - protect yourself and your data with SafeErase, the fastest and most secure way to permanently delete sensitive information. Securely deletes Internet browser data, files, partitions and entire hard drives. Employs six methods for secure elimination of your confidential data. Overwrites with zeros for the fastest deletion times. Choose from pre-defined and individual deletion profiles and receive detailed reports on the deletion process.
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