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The Kooks - Konk

Posted by dd1965 a Power Dealer on 14 May 2008
The Kooks - Konk Review
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Not usually one to review music I am working late tonight and am enjoying this album so much i felt the need to review this new album from the Kooks.

Great song writing, the ability to make you feel just a little bit happy without to much schmaltz. If you liked the first album and didn't completely overdo it then you will like this.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Catchy songs, quality honest production.
Cons:
It's the Kooks. And their style is throughout so don't over do it like you might have with the first album.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£11.99 (when new)
Quality:
Very Good
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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Femmecup menstrual cup

Posted by piggy1 a Fresh Dealer on 13 May 2008
Femmecup menstrual cup Review
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I started using menstrual cups a few years ago when I was travelling and I now use a Femmecup (the cheapest available); its brilliant, space saving in the bag (no need for spares), no worries about finding sanitary protection when I am in a strange country and I can wear it all day/night whilst trekking without any worries about leaking.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
No spares to carry, great for the environment as it makes no waste, low cost, lasts for years, healthy no risk of TSS and easy to use, can wear for up to 12 hours.
Cons:
Unfamiliar and takes a bit of practice to get the position right when you first use it.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Excellent
Price Paid:
£14.99
Quality:
Excellent
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Overall Rating:
9
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Saving Up To 40% Off Your Energy Bill With Plug-in Powersaver

Posted by itsmehere a Fresh Dealer on 12 April 2008
Saving Up To 40% Off Your Energy Bill With Plug-in Powersaver Review
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This power saving device saves up to 40% off your electrical energy use and, consequently, off your energy bill! Simply plug it in.

A clever and simple way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the consumer level.

How does it work?

Pros and Cons
Pros:
You save on greenhouse gas emissions. You save on your energy bill from the moment you plug it in. It is inexpensive You will recoup your outlay within 6-12 months, or much faster, depending on your usage. You can actually see your energy use met6er slow down immediately upon plugging it in. Various models to suit light to heavy energy users. Can be used in many countries. A generous 90-days returns policy.
Cons:
No independent reviews available yet but this new company is submitting its device for evaluation by big international utility companies and will release their results soon.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
OK
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
US$164.65 inclusive of airmail costs
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Excellent
Colour:
Fine
Overall Rating:
9
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Laptop Battery for Sony Vgp-bps2

Posted by busyman a Helpful Dealer on 12 April 2008
Laptop Battery for Sony Vgp-bps2 Review
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The Sony VGP-BPS2 replacement laptop battery is made from the highest quality cells and parts.

Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Good Fun
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£ 54.90
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Excellent
Colour:
Love it!
Available from...
Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
9
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Canon EF Zoom lens 28 mm-135 mm - f/3.5-5.6 IS USM

Posted by mrp a Helpful Dealer on 1 April 2008
Canon EF Zoom lens 28 mm-135 mm - f/3.5-5.6 IS USM Review
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I bought this on the many many reviews I read online. I was overwhelmed with how many people own this lens so I thought I would be pretty set getting one. I can't afford L lenses so this seemed the best solution.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
depth of field / range of zoom / IS in dark conditions / good all round lens / price compared to L lenses
Cons:
soft photos (maybe just my lens) / sometimes felt a bit heavy but not too bad.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Fine
Fun Factor?:
OK
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£312.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Fine
Available from...
Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
6
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Navman F10 SatNav GPS Unit Review

Posted by cicero a Deal Oracle on 21 February 2008
Navman F10 SatNav GPS Unit Review Review
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This is a great little unit. Small, light and perfect for my use which is on my scooter. Although I think that it would work better in a car as it would be better mounted. I wish it had a headphone socket on the GPS unit but all the directions are on the monitor.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
It works. It is small. It has the bracket and mount. It is cheap. Expandable maps option.
Cons:
Not alot. Sometimes the map freezes a bit but the directions still work...if that makes sense... No headphone jack.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Happy enough
Fun Factor?:
Good Fun
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£79.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Fine
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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Netgear SPH101 Wi-fi Telephone VOIP And Skype Compatible Internet Phone Review

Posted by johnnyknows a Power Dealer on 7 February 2008
Netgear SPH101 Wi-fi Telephone VOIP And Skype Compatible Internet Phone Review Review
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This is a good phone and I still recommend it despite the low rating. It works well if you have a good connection to the base station and you don't need to talk more than 30-40 minutes. After that it goes a little flat. I recommend it as it feels like a phone, looks like a phone, works like a phone but is cheaper, alot cheaper than our BT call costs.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Wireless and uses Wifi so you can take it anywhere that has WiFi and connect. Audio quality is clear. attractive. Portable and charges from USB. Very cheap to use
Cons:
Doesn't handle browser based authentication. Can drop out when not close to base station, or at least not strong connection. There can be delays but that might be a skype thing more than the handset. Battery life.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Fine
Fun Factor?:
OK
Price:
Not Great
Price Paid:
£79.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Average
Colour:
Quite attractive
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
6
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iRobot Roomba Vacuum Cleaning Robot (530) Review

Posted by wilson a Power Dealer on 3 February 2008
iRobot Roomba Vacuum Cleaning Robot (530) Review Review
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I was really not sure about whether this was the right vacuum cleaner to go with when I bought it. It seemed like a lot of money for a little robot. But once I turned it on and watched it work I could not get over how effective and fun it is. Set and forget, no need to vacuum again and it gets into places I never got to vacuum under chairs and things. Works it way around coffee tables etc etc.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Really works Looks good and fun to watch. Saves time. Better than paying for a cleaner. Intelligent.
Cons:
Price but once you see it work it makes it feel all worth while.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Brilliant Fun
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£199.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Quite attractive
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
9
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PSP Slim and Lite (Black) Review

Posted by transformers2007 a Deal Oracle on 15 January 2008
PSP Slim and Lite (Black) Review Review
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I have looked at one of these PSP things for a long time. I am not a Sony convert but always love a good computer Game. After buying this I am really impressed at the Sony style application to the PSP and how it plays and is built. Excellent screen and graphics quality. I thought I was going to get something half rate but this is awesome.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Battery Life. Quality of Build. Screen clarity and resolution.
Cons:
Scratches - get a PSP Case!!
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Brilliant Fun
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£129.99
Quality:
Excellent
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Love it!
Available from...
Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPointTM Active Noise-cancelling Headphones Review

Posted by whereismikey a Deal Guru on 11 December 2007
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPointTM Active Noise-cancelling Headphones Review Review
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I have been weighing up the Bose QC2 and QC3 for a long time. I had the money but really didn't want to go over board with buying something that gets infrequent use. I found the reviews on amazon inspiring so purchased a pair of these anc7 cans. First impressions are that they are as good as the Bose. The QC3 were to bass heavy for me and the Q2 were still to expensive.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
- Good sound stage - attractive - well made - good noise cancelling - case and accessories - value for money
Cons:
- noise spill is pretty bad - not good for particularly big heads
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Very Good
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Quite attractive
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Company:
Pixmania
Overall Rating:
8
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Kodak Easyshare 8" Digital Picture Frame SV-811 Review

Posted by silviaadamant a Power Dealer on 3 December 2007
Kodak Easyshare 8" Digital Picture Frame SV-811 Review Review
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I don't think most photo frames are any good but I liked the picture on this one. I researched for weeks. The bottom line is good picture - forget the rest of the features as that is all that matters.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
great quality picture compared to so many other frames I checked and looked at. The resolution is quite high and I would not go any lower. remote.
Cons:
tall skinny main area which is OK but best not displayed in portrait - keep it landscape. none others really
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£98.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Quite attractive
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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The Bancroft Strategy - Robert Ludlum

Posted by mrp a Helpful Dealer on 24 November 2007
The Bancroft Strategy - Robert Ludlum Review
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I still have not quite figured out how a deceased author puts out a book but that is not my concern when it comes to reading it. I have read a few Robert Ludlum books and found then all to be good, easy to read, hard to put down. This one didn't quite reach that level but was good none the less. Not Bourne lets say. But perhaps I was to attached to the Bourne Movies.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Easy to read. A good - not to heavy read.
Cons:
Lacks some spark that previous novels held.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Happy enough
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
Can't remember - airport shop
Quality:
Very Good
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
7
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Nintendo Wii Table Tennis Review

Posted by transformers2007 a Deal Oracle on 18 November 2007
Nintendo Wii Table Tennis Review Review
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When you play tennis alot it is easy to make it your favourite game on Wii. I was beginning to get bored with my Wii experience but wow!

Pros and Cons
Pros:
enough complexity to keep you engaged over a long time, accurate, fast, fun!
Cons:
sometimes a little hard to get it right, no left handed option and while you don't need it it would feel more natural, switching ends can be confusing with no split screen
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Brilliant Fun
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£27.99
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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Apple iPhone Review

Posted by chriscanrun a Power Dealer on 9 November 2007
Apple iPhone Review Review
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Without doubt the best looking unit to hit the stores this year. With it being a mobile phone, ipod, video machine and all the rest including the wifi I now have to carry one unit with me everywhere. I love it!

Pros and Cons
Pros:
it does what it says on the tin - great clear screen - itunes cover flow and widescreen dvd playing is awesome - wifi and safari work great
Cons:
screen can get confused as to which way is up. sometimes the typing thing can be annoying. can take some getting used to using. closed to new plugins currently. only on 02. cost is a bit much considering how many of us want this thing.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Happy enough
Fun Factor?:
Brilliant Fun
Price:
Not Great
Price Paid:
Overseas purchase
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Love it!
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Overall Rating:
8
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Apple Mighty Mouse (Wireless)

Posted by nigelfish a Deal Guru on 1 November 2007
Apple Mighty Mouse (Wireless) Review
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A good mouse but not the best in the wireless range.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
- The small wheel is fast and easy to use - It looks good - Off slider over the infared port is great for power saving - bluetooth
Cons:
Heavy with batteries in - Right click is a bit touch and go
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Fine
Price:
Not Great
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Average
Colour:
Quite attractive
Available from...
Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
6
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Grado SR-80 Headphones

Posted by whereisjanine a Deal Guru on 30 October 2007
Grado SR-80 Headphones Review
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It was the closest thing to listening to a really great hi quality Hi Fi system...but on my ears. I don't know alot about sound but I LOVE these. Amazing.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Clarity Depth Bass Comfort Price
Cons:
Open back which can spill sometimes
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£99.00
Quality:
Excellent
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Love it!
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
9
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Nintendo Wii

Posted by lisajohns a Deal Guru on 26 October 2007
Nintendo Wii Review
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Great unit. Well made. LOVE Tennis and all the sports games but some of the others are a bit lame. Zelda is great but you have to be committed. I think the new ping pong game and Fifa 08 might be good although Fifa might not be for me.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Fun for everyone, really gets you active. Sturdy and well build controllers that you feel confident using. Easy to use and set up.
Cons:
Not so many cool games beyond the fun 'family' style games.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Brilliant Fun
Price:
Very Good
Price Paid:
£179.99
Quality:
Excellent
Ease of Use:
Excellent
Colour:
Quite attractive
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Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
9
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QuietComfort 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones

Posted by nigelfish a Deal Guru on 26 October 2007
QuietComfort 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones Review
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You could get better headphones for the money but if noise cancelling is important you cannot beat these. I tried the Sony, Philips, JVC and Logitech ones and none come close. In saying that I think the Logitech ones at around £30 are pretty good for the price.

Bose remain market leaders.

Pros and Cons
Pros:
Noise canceling is awesome Very comfortable Storage case is great 2 batteries - rechargeable
Cons:
Price Availability (no competitive pricing to be found. Only on Bose and Amazon) No power = no sound
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£229.00 (Duty Free)
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Excellent
Colour:
Quite attractive
Overall Rating:
8
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Topfield 5800 PVR HDD Recorder

Posted by chriscanrun a Power Dealer on 15 October 2007
Topfield 5800 PVR HDD Recorder Review
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Pros and Cons
Pros:
Twin tuner, 160GB, style, quick record, easy to select things to record, picture in picture
Cons:
No obvious ones, the remote can take a little getting use to but once done its fine. Can't schedule 'marked' viewing, only recording which is ok I suppose.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Fun Factor?:
Good Fun
Price:
Average
Price Paid:
£279.00
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
Colour:
Quite attractive
Available from...
Company:
Amazon (UK)
Overall Rating:
8
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LG 37LC46 LCD Television

Posted by transformers2007 a Deal Oracle on 9 October 2007
LG 37LC46 LCD Television Review
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Pros and Cons
Pros:
price, build quality
Cons:
no obvious ones.
Quick Points
Overall Satisfaction:
Very Happy
Price:
Excellent
Price Paid:
£499.00
Quality:
Very Good
Ease of Use:
Very Good
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Company:
Dixons
Overall Rating:
8
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