News

August, 2017

  • 31 August

    R2-D2, it is you, It Is You !

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    We were treated to a plethora of playthings earlier today at the Disney store in London. Multiple brands unveiled their 2017 homages to Star Wars and we’re of the opinion that this line-up of stuff ahead the Last Jedi release later this year usurps that of the original Force Friday …

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  • 31 August

    Star Wars Force Friday Episode II

    Star Wars Force Friday 2

    Technically it is Force Friday II, the first one happened parsecs ago – well two years to be exact.  It is part marketing ploy to get us all hyped about new kit from the forthcoming film yes but it’ll genuinely give all Star Wars fans plenty to speculate about in …

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  • 30 August

    Air Wars Battle Drones – Flying, fighting fun, fun fun.

    Battle Drones

    Sharpen the spears and fuel the engines! Sky high combat is here and you’re going to want a piece of the action! The Air Wars Battle Drone two pack comes with a ‘one touch, take-off and landing’ stabilised Quad design for both drones, which is exciting enough, but taking a …

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  • 22 August

    Rainbow blanket is essential for your existence

    Ok, big claims indeed but look at it people, a thing of beauty is this rainbow, and is not just for the beach.  It’s a bit sciencey too as it is made of quick-drying microfibre fabric and would brighten up any abode with its presence. So, for twenty quid you can have …

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  • 22 August

    Ten classic British toys celebrated on stamps

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    Never has there been a better day to bring out the Bic and pen a letter, let today be a non-email day, today is the day to scribe a personal update and send it to a surprised relative – but why today? Well the Royal Mail have launched this most …

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  • 10 August

    Series seeks masters of the brick in new LEGO based show

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    TV formats looking for the best cooks, ballroom dancers, roboteers and even sewing supremos have done the rounds and now we’ve one seeking the very best block builders – LEGO Masters. This four, one –hour long episode series will pit teams against each other to eventually crown them king of …

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  • 10 August

    Drone racing now available to the masses

    Airhogs Drone

    Anyone following the last decade’s rise of flying toys has probably crashed and smashed their share of them. But fear not.  This year Air Hogs have teamed up with the DR1 Drone Racing League (a sport attracting major TV partnership and sponsorships) to bring us this DR1 FPV Race Drone, …

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July, 2017

  • 31 July

    There’s a Unicorn in my bath

    And there could be one in yours very shortly. Not just any unicorn, one that’s offers a soothing glow, activated as soon as its belly hits the H2O. The colour hues through which it cycles represent all of those from the rainbow and a few others that only true unicorn …

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  • 27 July

    Pack the pigs

    Pass The Pig Giant_Pigs

    Derived from the rather dull dice game called Pig these now asymmetrical objects offer much more comedic value, a very decent quick pick-up-and-play game and zero educational value – That is a summer holiday winner my pork loving, game-playing people. The standard travel set, pigs, scoring paper, pencils and sturdy carry-case …

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  • 25 July

    Light bulb features a flamingo and tropical tree

    Inside this lightbulb you shall see a flamingo and a palm tree, this far in life we’ve only seen a light shade with such a display. This 40w E27 220 bulb number uses these iconic items as the actual element which glows in a neon-like green and pink – Now …

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  • 18 July

    Fold-tastic creatures

    You can choose from Bears, Rhinos. Elks, Penguins, sharks and of course there is a Unicorn too.  All you need is some money (of course), glue and some patience – This WAY please.

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  • 18 July

    Brilliance of board games celebrated with a trio of awards

    Spiel Des Jahres 2017

    Heads are likely pounding today post the celebrations at the HQ of Pegasus Spiel were awarded the most prestigious “Spiel des Jahres 2017- Game of the year that is, quite an achievement, huge congratulations. The game of Kingdomino takes the classic elements of dominoes, puts beautiful countryside themed art onto …

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  • 17 July

    Pick a face – Its emoji day

    It is World Emoji Day today dontcha know? There is an award ceremony too called the 2017 World Emoji Awards so go cast your vote and help determine the winner of Best New Emoji, Most Anticipated Emoji, or new Lifetime Achievement Award.Winners announced live from the New York Stock Exchange VOTE HERE Love …

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  • 14 July

    Somewhere over the….

    You guessed it you musical genius. This pair of neon rainbow lights come complete with a pot of gold•, they aren’t super bright but designed to add a rainbow-like ambience to your abode. Small on is £25 and battery powered, larger one £50 and needs plugging in the mains. A …

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  • 11 July

    I’m a little unicorn short and stout…

    …tip me up and pour me out! Remember that rhyme kiddies? Ok, time to transform your PG tips into an magical potion, pop the teabag inside and fill with water and wait. After 90 seconds, scientifically proven perfect time for breakfast tea, lift up the rainbow mane handle and pour …

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