The new multi-brand digital gift card, OptionsCard, is the perfect gift this Christmas. OptionsCard was created to provide a world-class gifting experience, free from fees and fuss and with an always visible live balance in your mobile wallet. The multi-choice OptionsCard can be redeemed for more than 60 premium brands such as Brown Thomas, Ikea and Ticketmaster. OptionsCard allows people to easily share or re-gift part of their gift card. To find out more visit www.OptionsCard.ie
An iReach consumer sentiment survey of over 1,000 adults nationwide commissioned by OptionsCard, revealed that almost 4 in 10 (37%) would share their last gift card value of €20 with a family member and 31% would share the last €20 on their gift card with their partner. The survey also revealed that 62% of consumers see a gift card as a special treat, preferring to spend it on something that they would not normally buy, such as a premium product or experience.
OptionsCard holders will have access to exclusive special offers and promotions from retail brand partners.
Twinkly is an Italian tech company and market leader in smart lighting. Founded in 2016, the business has recently been ranked as one of Europe’s fastest-growing companies and is now a global brand. Twinkly has revolutionised the world of decorative lighting with a range of technologically advanced, patented and internationally awarded products.
Twinkly offers a complete ecosystem of connected LED lights that can be easily controlled via your smartphone. Technologically advanced, a special computer vision algorithm detects the exact position of each light in the room, allowing you to customise your lights and create extraordinary lighting effects.
Fun, advanced and full of endless possibilities, Twinkly Dots can take any man cave from a two to a ten. The lights are easy to install and can spruce up any room with its sleek and small design. All of Twinkly’s lights can be customised to any unique colour or pattern with the free Twinkly app, available on iOS and Android.
Twinkly’s most revolutionary product to date, Squares is a flawless gift for any gamer dad out there. Squares are made up of six wall panels which feature 64 premium, app-controlled LEDs that bring an array of patterns, artwork and colours to life. The panels integrates with Razer’s RGB lighting technology system to take gaming to the next level with stunning lighting effects that react to gameplay
Does your dad spend a lot of time behind the grill in the summer? With Festoon, he will be able to upgrade his outdoor space at the tap of a button. These bold, premium string lights are available in either 20 LED and 40 LEDs, meaning the scope to create vibrant and colourful designs is limitless.
Twinkly Flex is available in 2m and 3m lengths and brings any shape to life. Perfect for the DIY dad, Flex gives you the ability to design your own effects through the Twinkly app from a selection of different patterns and over 16 million colours. Give your dad a hand and help him to sculpt the light to his liking.
For the dad that loves to spend his time listening to his favourite, nostalgic tunes, get your hands on Twinkly Music. This nifty little sound sensor can be paired with any of Twinkly’s lights to make each individual LED dance to the beat of the music.
In time for this Valentine’s Day, HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, shares new research[1] revealing that food and tech are the items we are most willing to share with a romantic partner, with food topping the list at 58% (Joey Tribbiani should take notes) followed by a phone charger at 48%.
It comes as no surprise that the majority of people (65%) are more likely to share essential and everyday items with loved ones due to the cost-of-living crisis. This rises to 74% for millennials who are the most likely to share overall and drops to 45% for baby boomers who are the least likely to share. Even 9% of millennials would share their toothbrush. Baby boomers would also sooner share with their family, with 60% saying so.
It looks like hogging the covers is a bigger bugbear between couples than taking a charger, as people are more willing to share a phone charger than their duvet, at 48% and 35% respectively. Interestingly, tablets enter the top three items people are most willing to share with their children (26%), before sharing a tablet with family (25%) and a romantic partner (22%).
Adam Ferguson, Head of Product Marketing at HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, said: “It’s unsurprising that tech such as phones chargers are commonly shared items given their everyday use. Tablets in particular are made with shareability in mind, just like the Nokia T21, ideal for the whole family – whether it’s for work, learning or play, it’s made to adapt. Multiple years of software upgrades on smart devices also means that they can be shared for longer or passed down when you are looking to upgrade.”
With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, the challenge is on for lovers across the UK to find the perfect gift for their partners. Ten Four Communications has put together a selection of gadgets and accessories for shoppers searching for the perfect presents – no matter who you are buying for. Ranging from £15.99 to £209.99, including a sunrise/sunset simulation clock and affordable soundbars, there’s a great gift for everyone.
Help your loved one start their day a little easier with the Groov-e Light Curve.The light, which mimics natural daylight, will come on at the selected time, starting off gently and gradually getting brighter until it’s at the optimum level, offering a gentler wake-up that leaves them feeling fresher.
When it’s actually time to get out of bed, a chosen alarm sound or radio station will also be activated to help users wake fully. For those who like to read or need the light on darker mornings to get ready, the Light Curve has 10 levels of brightness using its LED lamp. And for those who want to create more of an atmosphere, one of the seven coloured mood lighting options can be selected.
Whether you are crafting the perfect love poem, or penning a love letter, the Rocketbook Mini notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Although it feels like a traditional pocket-sized notebook, the Mini is endlessly reusable and pairs with the Rocketbook app to connect to all of your favourite cloud services. Perfect for shopping lists, quick notes/reminders or to carry with you if you’re out and about. Rocketbook Mini comes in 11 colours.
If your partner is a lover of language and conversation , Pocketalk S is the perfect gift. They can enjoy flowing conversations without language barriers when travelling abroad. This handheld translator utilises the world’s best translation engines allowing for conversations in 82 different languages at the touch of a button. It offers more languages than Google Translate and yields quicker results, it even understands regional dialects and slang. What’s more, the camera offers speedy image-to-text translation, to easily decipher signs, menus and more. Additionally, a two-year roaming data plan for use in 130 countries is included in the cost so they don’t need to rely on WiFi or incur roaming charges.
The perfect gift for him or her, this stylish wireless charging stand makes a great personalised gift as it also doubles up a photo frame! With a blend of modern design and 10 watts of Qi charging technology, PowerPic Mod charges all of the newest, and oldest, wireless charging phones, including phones with cases up to 3mm thick and even AirPods Pro. The acrylic frame on PowerPic mod looks great in its own right or can be positioned vertically or horizontally and customised with any 4×6 photo.
Groov-e Soundbar 20
Price: £29.99
Available from Groov-e now and from Amazon, Curry’s and Robert Dyas from February
This stylish soundbar would make a great Valentine’s Day gift for music lovers. Compact, lightweight and offering 10+ hours playback per charge, it can easily be packed in suitcases, taken to university or used in the garden. The two 10 watt drivers and LED lights make it a perfect portable or party speaker. It’s also ideal for video and voice calls. Connect to a laptop, smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth.
The ideal gift for your tech enthusiast lover, the Bittle STEM kit is a palm sized robot dog that can help teach tech enthusiasts, young and old, learn about robotics and coding. Small but agile, Bittle STEM Kit can be programmed to walk, do tricks and roll around just like a real dog. Differing slightly from Bittle V1, the STEM Kit contains plastic-gear servos instead of metal ones and thus making it lighter and more flexible with different movements. It is more suitable for general STEM education and those who want to enjoy some robotics fun.
Gift your partner a slim profile, stylish wallet which offers easy access to all of their cards. There is also room for cash and a key. Classy, professional, casual, or active — the GOMATIC wallet is right for any situation. Choose your favourite colour or buy multiple colours to match your style.
Stuck for some gift ideas or something for yourself this Black Friday and Cyber Monday check out the list below from several partners we work with there is something for everyone here and most wont break the bank, front earbuds to lamps to headphones and more see what is on offer below today.
Pocketalk has promotions running on its portable, AI powered instant voice translation devices which break down language barriers and bridge the gap between different spoken languages.
Perfect for globetrotters, the Pocketalk S can translate 82 languages bidirectionally at the touch of a button. It also has a text-to-translate camera which instantly recognises and translates text, the written word and signs – ideal if you need help reading menus or are trying to find your way around a new city. By utilising the best translation engines from around the world, Pocketalk S provides consistently accurate translation and creates the best experience by picking up localised dialects and slang. It also comes with a complementary 2-year mobile data plan that provides coverage in over 130 countries/regions so you don’t need to rely on Wi-Fi.
With its launch in 2018, Pocketalk was originally designed as a travel-friendly practical communication tool. However, with an increased need for social distancing, Pocketalk developed the Pocketalk Plus which has a larger screen that is readable from six feet of distance, a strong speaker, and a noise-cancelling microphone.
Similar to the Pocketalk S, other features of the device include translations for 82 languages, the ability to seamlessly provide audio readout in native language, a camera that translates text and written words and built-in data (no need for Wi-Fi).
Twelve South, the company known for designing beautiful kit for Apple, has promotions running on a number of products during the Black Friday/Cyber Monday period. These include:
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South HoverBar Duo is an adjustable stand that can securely hold an iPad at different heights as well as in multiple positions and angles. The HoverBar Duo comes with a weighted desktop stand as well as a desk/shelf clamp so whether you want to lift the iPad camera up to eye level for FaceTime calls or clamp it to a kitchen cabinet to follow recipes whilst cooking, the HoverBar Duo is incredibly versatile.
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The StayGo Mini USB-C Hub provides four additional ports including a headphone jack, USB-A, USB-C (for pass through power) and HDMI port so that users can easily connect and power their most essential accessories. Being able to easily access external hard drives, connect a display, use a keyboard or Magic Trackpad and other peripherals using StayGo Mini will make editing video, photos or polishing presentations on iPad Air, iPad Pro or MacBook much more convenient and efficient.
Users can connect StayGo Mini directly to their iPad or use the included 0.5 metre-long cable. The handy cable enables users to connect this little hub to their iPad without removing their case, or place it below a monitor or Magic Keyboard for an improved desk setup. StayGo Mini can be used like a dock to quickly connect and disconnect everything at once.
Small and compact, StayGo Mini is perfect for anyone on the go. Having it snapped onto an iPad provides the freedom to connect peripherals as needed or they could use the pass-through power to charge an iPad, iPhone or AirPods.
AirFly Pro – Save £7.50
Price: £42.99 (reduced from £49.99)
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South AirFly Pro allows you to connect wirelessly to systems and devices that were previously incompatible. Forget the flimsy headphones the airline provides, you can now enjoy in-flight entertainment on your favourite Bluetooth headphones.
Also, AirFly Pro can send audio from your iPhone to the sound system in a car. Ideal for when hiring a rental car – use AirFly Pro to stream directions from a navigation app instead of syncing your entire iPhone.
HiRise for MacBook – Save £9.20
Price: £52.28 (reduced from £61.48)
Available at this price from: Amazon UK between 18th – 28th November 2022.
The Twelve South HiRise for MacBook is a beautifully designed, height adjustable stand that elevates a laptop to the perfect position. Unlike fixed stands, the HiRise allows users to set their screen height from a few inches up to a half foot off their desk, making it perfect for MacBooks and users of all sizes. HiRise allows users to align a MacBook with an external monitor for the ultimate dual-display set-up. Users can perch their MacBook on the HiRise and pair with their favourite wireless keyboard and mouse to create a comfortable and convenient workstation. This sleek brushed metal stand features non-slip arms to securely hold all size MacBooks from 11-inch Air to 16-inch Pro.
Pivo, a leading developer of AI-tracking technology for content creators, has Black Friday/Cyber Monday promotions running on its range of smartphone tracking mounts including:
Available at this price from: www.pivo.ai from now until 28th November 2022
The Pivo Pod Lite, in conjunction with the Pivo + app, turns a phone into your personal camera crew. Powered by AI technology, the Pivo mount, which can rotate 360 degrees, automatically tracks your face and body movements, following you at all times and zooming in and out to make sure you’re always in focus and in the frame. Capturing high-quality video and images with minimal effort, you no longer have to worry about the camera rattling, shaking or if the person filming you has missed the best shot.
The Pivo Play app enables you to be even more creative thanks to its 12 quick create modes. From ‘Many Me’ which takes multiple pictures of you in different positions within the same frame and ‘Magic Edge’ which stitches two video together side by side to ‘Clone Trail’ which creates copies of you within the same video, Pivo makes it easy to create playful, share-worthy content without any editing experience.
Pivo Lite comes in six different colours and accessories such as tripods, a remote control, a smart mount and protective cases are also available.
Pivo Pod – Save £45
Price: £79.99 (reduced from £124.99)
Available at this price from: www.pivo.ai from now until 28th November 2022
The Pivo Pod Active, in conjunction with the Pivo + app, turns a phone into a training partner and your personal camera crew. Perfect for fast-paced content creation like roller-skating, skateboarding and horse-riding, Pivo will capture all the action.
Powered by AI technology, the Pivo Active mount, which can rotate 360 degrees, automatically tracks your movements, following you at all times and zooming in and out to make sure you’re always in focus and in the frame. Pivo Active has four different speed modes and with face, body and horse tracking, makes it easy to record a dance session, stream a workout routine or video a riding lesson when you’re on your own. Pivo Active also includes a video call feature that will allow a coach to train you (whether doing PT or a horse riding lesson) from a remote location.
Pivo Active is compatible with iOS and Android. It comes with a remote control and other accessories such as a mount and tripod are also available.
Petoi Bittle – Save up to £75
Price: £239.99 from 11.11.22 until 23.11.22/ £224.99 from 24.11.22 – 28.11.22
Small but agile, Bittle is a powerful robot that can be programmed to walk, do tricks and roll around just like a real dog. Bittle is operated in OpenCat, an open-sourced quadrupled robot platform that offers endless programming and customisation possibilities and can be controlled using an app that’s compatible with iOS and Android.
Users bring Bittle to life by assembling its puzzle-like frame which is made up of 3D interlocking components, eliminating the need for screws (it’s also available pre-assembled). The bionic construction of legs rather than wheels means that Bittle is able to move more freely over unstructured terrain.
Evolving with an open-source gene, Bittle is built on Petoi’s OpenCat open-source platform specifically for quadrupled robots. Bittle’s dynamic manoeuvrability and behaviours are features typically seen on luxury robots but Petoi’s technology is now making it accessible to more consumers. With a customised Arduino board coordinating all instinctive and sophisticated movements, users are able to clip various smart sensors onto Bittle or mount a Raspberry Pi or other AI chips through wired/wireless connections to inject perception and artificial intelligence capabilities. Bittle can be configured and controlled using Petoi’s official mobile app.
Long standing family-run Yorkshire camping retailer Outdoor World Direct has some fantastic deals available on premium family tents for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with deals running until 5th December or until stocks last.
Outdoor Revolution Kalahari PC 9.0DSE Tent – save £1,128
Price: £1,999.99 (RRP £3,129)
Available at this price from Outdoor World Direct from now until Wednesday 5th December
New for 2022, this premium family tent boasts premium fabric and features and is one of the biggest tents available – sleeping up to 13 people! The tent features a tunnel design with a side extension on each side and the interior is highly customisable as bedrooms or living space depending on your needs.
Despite its size, it is incredibly easy to pitch as it’s inflatable, simply use the included pump to pitch.
The technical polycotton fabric offers premium durability and also keeps humidity under control under hot conditions, ideal for warmer climates or camping in the British summer. It is also perfect for cooler conditions too and much more durable than polyester. Darkened bedrooms also offer a better night’s sleep on light mornings and evenings.
Bundles including carpet and footprint at reduced cost also available.
Vango Anantara III TC 650xl Tent – Save £445
Price: £1,699.99 (RRP £2,145)
Available at this price from Outdoor World Direct now until Wednesday 5th December
This versatile premium family tent offers plenty of space while the technical polycotton fabric offers versatility and reliability in changing weather conditions. Robust yet breathable, it offers protection from the rain while also offering reduced humidity. It also has thicker airbeams than is standard for Vango’s inflatable tents, offering greater stability. The beams can also be inflated individually or from one single point depending on your needs.
Sleeping up to six people, the darkened yet breathable bedroom can be used as one large bedroom or divided for more privacy. The tent is standing height throughout, including bedrooms, ideal for thicker air mattresses and camp beds.
This tent also comes with an intuitive packing system which includes the smart roll carry bag, complete with wheels for easy transportation.
As well as deals with various retailers (including Argos, Currys and more), Groov-e also has plenty of deals running on direct purchases via its website, groov-e.co.uk. Discounts are as follows. These deals are live now until 16th December, so plenty of time to bag a gadget bargain for under the Christmas tree.
Groov-e Soundbar 20 – save £10
Price: £19.99 (reduced from £19.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
With two built-in 5W drivers, the Soundbar 20 with Super Bass produces high quality sound when you are listening to music or watching a movie, and is great for video or voice calls. Connect to your PC, laptop, smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth and enjoy the colour changing LED lights which will make it the perfect addition to any party. An integrated stand pops out to hold your smartphone or tablet making it perfect for those who want to watch a movie or the latest Netflix series. Lightweight and portable, it can be taken anywhere and offers 10+ hours of playback on a single charge.
Groov-e SportsBuds – save £15
Price: £24.99 (reduced from £39.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
The perfect running or gym partner, the Groov-e SportsBuds keep users completely free from wires while working out. The True Wireless Stereo (TWS) technology gives a fantastic audio experience at an affordable price.
Delivering crystal clear sound and a powerful bass the SportBuds will keep you motivated whether you’re trail running or enjoying a beach workout. Providing a secure and comfortable fit with an ear hook design and rated IPX4 sweat resistant, the SportsBuds were built to endure the toughest workouts.
Groov-e JazzBuds – save £15
Price: £14.99 (reduced from £29.99)
Available from now until 16th December from Groov-e
Enjoy up to 25 hours of playback with these true wireless headphones from Groov-e. With touch controls and voice assistant, they’re ideal for listening to music or for work calls. The included charge case means you can recharge on the go too.
Available in blue or pink, the Groov-e Kidz wireless Bluetooth headphones are a great gift for older children. They can be connected wirelessly to their favourite devices by Bluetooth or using the included 3.5mm cable. Even better, they have a built-in audio sharing port so siblings/friends can watch/listen/game together.
Enjoy fantastic sound and stylish headphones at a bargain price. Available in black or rose gold, they offer 35 hours wireless playback and also come with an audio cable, so they’re compatible with older devices too. Super Bass ensures crystal clear playback while the soft ear pads offer comfort for extended listening.
Enjoy crystal clear audio from your favourite DAB radio stations with the Groov-e Berlin. Featuring a compact design and modern colour screen which is easy to use. It also has Bluetooth functionality so you can use it as a portable speaker too.
The Groov-e Zeus has everything you need from a traditional clock radio with additional innovative features. They can enjoy their favourite DAB stations with crystal clear audio thanks to the built-in 6 watt speaker.
It also has Bluetooth connectivity and therefore can be used as a wireless speaker, while the aux-in port means it can also be used as a wired speaker, ideal for older media such as turntables and cassette players.
While enjoying its audio capabilities, users can also use the wireless charging pad to charge any wireless charging compatible devices.
The large LED display makes it easy to control and to see the time, while the display dimmer and alarm functionality makes it the perfect bedside companion.
Enjoy a better sleep with the Groo-ve Light Curve.The light, which mimics natural daylight, will come on at the selected time, starting off gently and gradually getting brighter until it’s at the optimum level, offering a gentler wake-up that leaves them feeling fresher.
When it’s actually time to get out of bed, a chosen alarm sound or radio station will also be activated to help users wake fully.
This year, Tronsmart is celebrating its 9th anniversary, and before the fireworks begin, announcing Big Anniversary Sale and Giving Away tones of presents to its customers. To win the prize all you have to do is Log in with your e-mail on the Official Tronsmart Page and participate in the Lucky Draw event. Among the prizes are Gift Box, which includes a new T7 speaker, a vacuum bottle, and a T-shirt with the Tronsmart logo, and some previous Tronsmart products such as T2 Plus, Trip, and Splash 1 speakers, or Onyx Apex and Battle headphones. The event will take place between June, 29th and July 16th on official website.
Moreover, Tronsmart will have an amazing Anniversary Sales event on their Aliexpress and Amazon Official Stores where stunning new earphones Space S1 and Battle can be purchased for as low as $9.99 and $23.03 respectively. While legendary wireless speakers Force and Mega Pro will be available for $50.99 and $79.99.
Tronsmart T7 Portable Outdoor Speaker
New portable speaker, the long-awaited successor to the legendary T-series – Tronsmart T7. Tronsmart added an IPX7 water resistance rating and customizable backlight. The cylindrical shape of T7 not only looks cool and is convenient to use, but also helps to create 360° surround sound. Powerful woofers on the bottom work together with two combined tweeters at the top for a power output of 30W controlled via Tronsmart patented SoundPulse audio technology. And last but not least, the T7 speaker provides a better connection than ever thanks to Bluetooth 5.3, which facilitates the wireless signal transmission over up to 18 meters and improves energy efficiency while streaming audio.
T7 Mini Portable Bluetooth Speaker
Thanks to the stylish and practical design reinforced by the IPX7 water resistance rating, T7 Mini will look equally great anywhere. One of the biggest additions is the flashing to the beat of the music backlight, which can be customized or even fully turned off with a single button. Tronsmart T7 Mini is an ultra-portable Bluetooth speaker with built-In 15W premium full-frequency driver units that deliver tonal balance with rich-detailed treble & penetrating bass. T7 Mini is equipped with a 2500mAh battery that can provide you with up to 18 hours of non-stop music experience and takes only 3 hours to fully charge. Speaker supports the latest Bluetooth 5.3 and True Wireless Stereo.
Groove 2 Waterproof Outdoor Speaker
Groove 2 features a design with rubberized housing that not only provides IPX7 water resistance but also creates an excellent defense against any physical damage. Groove 2 uses a passive radiator to further increase its bass frequencies providing a superior bass quality. It has an output power of 10W and the ability to connect a couple of those together with TWS. Groove 2 was upgraded with a new Bluetooth 5.3 that guarantees a fast connection to the signal source and high energy efficiency of the speaker. Thanks to a 2500mAh battery, the speaker can work for up to 18 hours without recharging. In addition, Tronsmart has added a much-requested beat-driven backlight feature.
These and many other Tronsmart products will be available at an unbeatable price from June 29th to July 16th. Catch the chance to win Super gifts and get offers on Tronsmart official website now.
