Is this the handheld vacuum that trumps Dyson and Black & Decker? When Gtech invited me to their latest press launch, I admit I was pretty thrilled. Setting aside my obvious need to get out more, the main reason I was so excited was that they promised a new product that wasn't just an upgrade … [Read more...]
Kobo Aura HD – Is this the best top of the range ebook reader?
Thinking of buying the Kobo Aura HD? How to does it compare to Kindle Paperwhite or even the Kobo Glo? Since I'm a Kobo kind of person, I thought it only right I take a little look at Kobo's flagship model that's bigger, better and beefier than its smaller, less powerful brethren. The first thing … [Read more...]
Sennheiser MOMENTUM On-Ear Headphones – style meets function
Regular Dork Adore readers may be aware of the fact that we're not too keen on cheap headphones. Katie wrote about it a few years ago, and urged us to stop buying them and go for something more worthwhile and durable. And if you're talking about worthwhile and durable, Sennheiser can always … [Read more...]
NaimUniti2 Review
The new Naim Uniti 2 is an all-in-one network music streaming system that has a 70W per channel amplifier for driving a decent pair of speakers. It comes with FM and DAB radio, internet radio, a CD player and various input modes, including USB to support your iPod, iPhone or other MP3 device. … [Read more...]
A prettier way to make a Skype call from Swissvoice
There's something very pleasing about the Swissvoice ePure CHo1. It's the combination of old-fashioned corded phone framework with a completely modern look that does it. The weighted base it sits on certainly helps. This is a handset that feels like it cost money. Perhaps because it did - £39.99 in … [Read more...]
Aves Digital Aqua portable Bluetooth speaker
This is a really neat portable bluetooth speaker solution for your musical, and other, needs. The Aves Digital Aqua (RRP £60) is part of a range of bluetooth products from Aves Digital. It represents their most portable product, for use on holiday, at your desk, and even at the office for the odd … [Read more...]
Kobo Glo Review – great alternative to Kindle’s walled garden
Is the Kobo Glo better than the Kobo Touch? Yes it is. That's probably all you need to know if you're currently waging a Kobo Glo Vs Kobo Touch war. I'd worried that the lit screen might be too taxing on the eyes -- after all, the e-paper is meant to mimic real paper not the bright, … [Read more...]
Musical Fidelity’s supreme EB-50 IEM earbuds
When it comes to music quality, there should be no compromise – notwithstanding the compression debate on iTunes etc. These EB-50 IEM "In Ear Monitors" from Musical Fidelity (ear-buds to the rest of us) are the no-compromise, quality proposition you should consider when you chuck your iPhone … [Read more...]
Gemini Devices JoyTab Review
The Gemini Devices JoyTab may look like a direct iPad competitor at first, but you'll think twice once you see the price tag. It's a nice size at 9.7 inches and has a sturdy build of plastic and glass. But it comes in slightly thicker and slightly heavier than the aluminium iPad. There's no … [Read more...]
Music Angel friendz Review
Over in Norway, these little angels are selling like hot mince pies with brandy butter – and it's easy to see why. For quality stereo music from your smartphone this is the pie plate to finger first.These Music Angel friendz come in the usual array of fun, funky colours – some metallic – that always … [Read more...]