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Kindle Christmas Gift Ideas

Thursday, November 18th, 2010

The latest generation Kindle is proving to be the most popular one yet and is predicted to have an extremely successful Christmas. If someone you know is getting one, there are loads of Kindle accessories that would make a great Christmas present, so here are some of our top Kindle cases, covers and other accessories that will make the perfect gift.

Omnilight Clip-On Reading Light for Amazon Kindle

Reading a book before bed is quite common, but there’s nothing worse than trying to get to sleep while your other half has the lights on to read. Bedside lamps are better than the main light, but still distracting. This compact reading light for the Kindle clips to the top of the device and shines enough light on the screen for you to be able to read your book without disturbing anyone else. It’s battery powered and doesn’t drain any power from your Kindle. As it’s a clip on light, it will work with all generations of Kindle as well as eReaders from any other manufacturer.

Omnilight Clip-On Reading Light for Kindle 3

Tuff-Luv Book-Style Leather Case Cover – Amazon Kindle – Black

There’s nothing more distracting than a scratched screen or dented housing when you’re trying to read on a Kindle, so the best way to prevent damage is to keep your Kindle in a case. There are several styles of case available – ranging from leather ‘book style’ cases, right through to silicone covers. The Tuff-Luv Leather case is a great quality leather cover that holds your Kindle securely. It has a stitched leather pocket to hold the Kindle and is lightly padded to protect it against bumps and knocks.

Tuff-Luv Book-Style Kindle 3 Leather Case

Amazon Kindle Silicone Case – Black

If you’re looking for a slimmer Kindle cover then Silicone Cases are ideal. They’re made from a soft, energy absorbing silicone that also repels dust. They don’t provide the greatest amount of protection if you drop the Kindle, but they will stop you from scuffing the back and the corners. The screen is left exposed though, so as a little extra, treat them to a Kindle Screen Protector too!

Amazon Kindle 3 Silicone Case - Black

InvisibleSHIELD Screen Protector – Amazon Kindle

Other than a Kindle Case, a screen protector is the best type of protection you can get for your e-Reader. They’re a thin protective film that sticks to the screen of the device without any special adhesive. It can withstand screws, keys, nails and doesn’t reduce the readability of the display.

InvisibleSHIELD Screen Protector - Amazon Kindle

That’s just 4 of our Kindle Accessories that would make a great gift this Christmas. If you’ve not seen what you’re after here, head over to the main site and check out our full range of Kindle Cases, Kindle Cover, Kindle Screen Protectors and Kindle Chargers.

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5 Great HTC Wildfire Accessories for under £15

Wednesday, November 17th, 2010

The Wildfire has been out for around 6 months now and it’s still one of the most popular smartphones out there. It’s relatively low price point makes it a great choice if it’s your first smartphone/touchscreen handset. With prices starting at £225 sim free, £150 on pay as you go and free on a £15 a month contract, the Wildfire will no doubt be extremely popular over the Christmas period.

If you’re looking for HTC Wildfire accessories to compliment your phone, or for a gift this Christmas you’re in the right place. There are hundreds of HTC Wildfire Cases, HTC Wildfire Covers and HTC Wildfire Chargers to choose from over on the main site, but I thought I’d highlight a handful of some of the best accessories that you can get for less than £15.

HTC Wildfire Pouch – PO S530

To keep costs down, HTC aren’t putting a carry case in the box with the Wildfire. Dents, scuffs and knocks really spoil the appearance of your phone so a case is a must have item. The PO-S530 from HTC has been made specifically for the HTC Wildfire and is a soft leather pouch that has a soft microfibre lining to keep your screen free from fingerprints.

HTC Wildfire Pouch - PO S530

HTC CC C200 Micro USB Car Charger

Ask any smartphone owner to tell you about one thing that could be improved and they’ll probably tell you the battery life. The Wildfire’s battery isn’t too bad, but start using your phone for any GPS based function like sat nav and you’ll see the battery levels drop through the floor!

HTC CC C200 Micro USB Car Charger

If you are planning on using the Wildfire in the car, then this HTC Wildfire Car Charger is worth getting. As with every other car charger out there, it plugs in to the cigarette lighter in the car and connects to your phone. What makes it a bit different though is that it has a standard USB port on it that allows you to charge any portable device that you’ve got a USB cable for.

HTC Wildfire Screen Protector SP P380 – Twin Pack

The best way to keep your phone looking like new without the added bulk of a case is to fit a Wildfire screen protector. A screen protector is a slightly thicker, more durable plastic film than the one that’s on your phone when you buy it. They last a long time and are great at protecting against scuffs and scratches. They’re fitted in seconds and can be removed easily, without leaving any sticky residue behind.

HTC Wildfire Screen Protector SP P380 - Twin Pack

HTC RC E160 Music Stereo Headset Remote Control

The Wildfire can take memory cards up to 32GB in size, making it a great alternative to carrying around a separate MP3 Player. This headset features an inline remote that allows you to play/pause and track skip without having to touch your phone.

HTC RC E160 Music Stereo Headset Remote Control

HTC Wildfire Desktop Charging Cradle

My biggest pet hate about charging my phone is that I can never remember where I last had my charger. This Desk charger solves that problem. It can be connected to either your PC or a power supply and can be left in place so that you have somewhere dedicated to charge your phone. If you connect it to your PC it will also sync your phone while it’s charging.

HTC Wildfire Desktop Charging Cradle

Hopefully you’ve seen something here that will help you get the most out of your Wildfire or that will be the ideal Christmas gift. There are hundreds more HTC Wildfire Accessories over on the main site as well as plenty of Christmas Gift Ideas. If you can’t find the accessory you’re looking for, let us know using the comments below and we’ll do our best to find it.

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Christmas Gift Ideas for the BlackBerry Curve 3G

Friday, November 12th, 2010

Struggling for ideas on what to buy someone this Christmas? Why not treat them to something for their phone that will last a bit longer than a box of chocolates and is more useful than another box of bath salts? With budgets being tighter than ever a practical gift makes more sense than something gimmicky, so why not get them something that they really need?

The BlackBerry Curve 3G is one of the most popular messaging phones available – especially now that most networks have launched it on their pay as you go tariffs. If someone you know has, or is getting, a BlackBerry Curve 3G here are a few BlackBerry Curve 3G Accessories that will make an ideal Christmas gift!

For the Fashion Conscious:

Image is everything to some people, and just having one of the most popular phones isn’t always enough. If you know someone who likes to put their own stamp on their phone, then this could be just what they need. The Case Mate Barely there range of cases are one of our most popular range of cases and are a great way to jazz up the Curve 3G.

Case Mate Barely There - BlackBerry Curve 3G

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For the Professionals:

The state of your mobile phone can say a lot about you, so if you know someone who uses their BlackBerry Curve 3G for work, then a stylish case is a must. The Capdase Smart Pocket is a great looking case that will make your phone look great, protect it against knocks and conceal any existing scuffs.

Capdase Smart Pocket for BlackBerry Curve 3G

Unlike the standard pouches that come with BlackBerry handsets, the Smart Pocket makes it extremely easy to remove your phone, just pull gently on the tab on the back of the case and your Curve 3G will gently rise up out of the case. A BlackBerry Curve 3G Screen Protector is the perfect companion to any case.

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For the Road Warrior:

Know someone that’s always on the road and complaining that their battery is constantly dying? If so, this is the perfect gift!

Brodit Active Holder for BlackBerry Curve 3G

The Brodit Active Holder is a secure way to mount the BlackBerry Curve 3G in the car – especially if it’s used for Sat Nav. The built in car charger means the Curve 3G can be charged while it’s in the holder, with out the hassle of rummaging around between the seats to find the end of the charger!

View more BlackBerry Curve 3G Chargers or  BlackBerry Curve 3G Car Holders.

That’s just 3 of the many BlackBerry Curve 3G accessories that would make the perfect Christmas gift. If these aren’t quite what you’re looking for, take a look on the main site for the full range or check out our Christmas Gifts section.

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7 ‘Must Have’ LG Optimus 7 Accessories

Friday, November 12th, 2010

It’s been a busy few weeks for handset releases since the launch of Windows Phone 7. HTC, Samsung and LG have all released handsets running the latest mobile operating system, with even more manufacturers due to release handsets very soon.

The Optimus 7 is the first smartphone to be released from LG in quite a while and is set to be one of their best sellers. Early reviews on the Windows Phone 7 software are varied, and while the software may need a few updates to bring it up to par with Android and iOS, the handset features are strong enough to make this a great alternative to handsets such as the HTC Desire, Samsung Galaxy S and iPhone 4.

As with any smartphone though, you’ll need to get a few accessories if you want to get the most out of the phone, so I’ve spent some time reviewing our range of LG Optimus 7 accessories and have come up with 7 ‘must have’ accessories for the LG Optimus 7.

InvisibleSHIELD Full Body Protector – LG Optimus 7

It doesn’t matter how careful you are with your phone, as soon as you put it in your pocket with coins and your keys it’s going to get scratched. The InvisibleShield full body protector has been designed to stop this kind of damage to your Optimus 7. It’s a thin adhesive film that covers all of your phone and protects it against scuffs and scratches.

It doesn’t affect the sensitivity of the screen and it adds a non slip finish to your phone to help you to keep the phone in your hands. When you’re ready to remove the film, it peels off quickly and easily and doesn’t leave any messy residue on your phone.

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InvisibleSHIELD Full Body Protector - LG Optimus 7

Krusell Orbit Flex for LG Optimus 7

Dropping your Optimus 7 is almost guaranteed to damage it. The 3.8″ touch screen won’t need a lot of force to crack so it’s more than a good idea to protect it with a case. The Orbit Flex case from Krusell is a great way to protect the phone without covering the camera or getting in the way of the screen/buttons.

The front flap of the case can be detached to give you full, unrestricted access to the touchscreen of the phone. It uses a stitched leather pocket to keep your phone in place and has cut outs for the camera, charging port and volume keys.

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Krusell Orbit Flex for LG Optimus 7

LG CLA-305 Car Charger

The Optimus 7 has a bigger screen, faster processor and is likely to be used even more than previous generations of windows mobile devices thanks to the increasing number of apps available from Windows Marketplace. It’s not so great for battery life though, with data connections drawing heavily on power.

If you’re on the road all day, the best way to keep your phone running is to charge it with a car charger like this one from LG.

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LG CLA-305 Car Charger

Martin Fields Screen Protector – LG Optimus 7

Whether you use a case with your phone or not, you’ll want to protect the screen from scratches and dents. Some cases offer protection for the screen, but in most cases the screen is left exposed. These screen protectors from Martin Fields are exceptionally thin, crystal clear and don’t interfere with using the touch screen on the phone. They can be fitted in minutes and can be removed for cleaning and refitted.

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Martin Fields Screen Protector - LG Optimus 7

Dash Genie In Car Holder v2

If you’re planning on using your Optimus 7 in the car as your music source or Sat Nav system you’ll need a secure way of mounting it in the car. Custom car holders aren’t yet available for it just yet, but in the mean time the Dash Genie is the easiest, most secure way to mount your phone in the car. It uses a strong suction pad to grip your dashboard and a special adhesive pad to grip your phone in either landscape or portrait modes.

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Dash Genie In Car Holder v2

Jabra Halo Bluetooth Headphones

16Gb of internal memory make the Optimus 7 a great alternative to carrying around a separate MP3 player. The headphones that ship with the phone aren’t bad, but if you don’t want to be tied to your phone with a wire, then it’s well worth investing in a set of bluetooth headphones.

The Jabra Halo is one of the best sets of headphones you can get. They have built in touch sensitive controls that allow you to change track, play/pause and increase the volume all without having to touch the phone.

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Jabra Halo Bluetooth Headphones

Jabra Cruiser Bluetooth Speakerphone

This is one of my favourite accessories at the moment. It’s a great way to listen to the music from your phone in the car through your car stereo speakers – without wires and expensive installation costs. Simply pair the Jabra Cruiser to your Optimus 7 using Bluetooth, tune your car stereo in to the same frequency as the Cruiser and press play.

Your music is then broadcast to your car stereo for you to enjoy as loud as you like! Built in track controls allow you to play/pause and track skip all with out having to touch the phone.

What’s more, you can also use this as a handsfree kit for taking your calls in exactly the same way!

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Jabra Cruiser Bluetooth Speakerphone

That’s my 7 recommendations for the Optimus 7, but if you’ve not seen the accessory here that’s right for you, head over to the main site and check out the full range of LG Optimus 7 accessories.

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HTC Trophy Accessories have arrived!

Thursday, November 11th, 2010

HTC have been extremely busy over the past few months, releasing 5 great new phones. One of the latest is the HTC Trophy.  The HTC Trophy is a powerful phone that runs the new Windows Phone software from Microsoft. It has a gorgeous 3.8″ touch screen, 8GB internal memory and a 5MP camera that can also record video in HD. The Trophy is a great alternative to Android and iOS devices like the HTC Desire HD and iPhone 4.

As with any smartphone, you’re going to want to invest in some HTC Trophy accessories to really make the most of some of it’s features and keep it looking newer for longer.

HTC Trophy

As the screen is the most important part of the phone it makes sense to fit a HTC Trophy Screen Protector. They protect against scratches, dents and smudges and don’t interfere with the sensitivity of the screen. Most screen protectors can be fitted in seconds and don’t leave any sticky residue behind when you remove them.

Another must have accessory is a case – there’s nothing worse than dropping your new phone and scuffing the corners, which is why a case like the HTC PO S540 is ideal. It’s a compact leather pouch that protects all of your HTC Trophy against knocks and scuffs. It has a built in pull tab that raises your phone up and makes it easy to remove.

We’ve been working hard over the past few weeks to ensure that we have everything that you’ll need for the HTC Trophy. Head over to the main site to see our full range of HTC Trophy Cases, HTC Trophy Covers and other HTC Trophy accessories.

The Trophy is one of three new Windows Phones from HTC. It sits alongside the HTC Mozart – a similarly spec’d phone that has a slightly smaller screen and an 8MP camera with Xenon Flash – and the HTC HD7 – again, similar specs, but a massive 4.3 inch screen an upgraded camera flash.

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