One Remote To Rule Them All
Most modern living-rooms have become like elephant graveyards for remote controls. From the old VHS you still keep on the off-chance to the DVD, Blue-Ray, set-top box, audio systems, without forgetting the TV itself – it’s a wonder that there’s room for anybody on the sofa. That’s why the One For All Universal Remote Control is a must, because not only can you control all your devices with one remote, it also uses Smart Control Motion which basically means that it only takes a flick of the wrist to the right to fast forward, or to the left to rewind. It’s like a cross between a boring remote and a Nintendo Wii controller. Unintentional twitches will never have the same result again!
Price: £34.99
Retail: Currys.Digital (Cardiff)
Web: www.currys.co.uk

Good For What Ales You
If you haven’t yet heard of Pontypridd’s award-winning micro-brewery, the Otley Brewing Company then may we politely ask you to go back to your tasteless pint of weak lager and stop making the place look untidy. Now that we all understand each other and managed to ‘separate the wheat from the chav’ (I’m warming up!), it is my pleasure to introduce the Otley mini-keg. Exactly the same gorgeous, malty, aroma-filled real ale as served on draught – but portable. Be the life and soul of the party by turning up with one of these, or alternatively do what we did – drink it all yourself! The festive ‘O Ho-Ho’ is proving popular at the time of going to press, but expect them to ‘roll out the barrel’ (I’m on fire!) with most of the other award-winning beers from their range.
Price: £18
Retail: Bunch Of Grapes, Pontypridd (01443 480 555)
Web: www.otleybrewing.co.uk

The Hitch-Biker’s Guide
As much a ‘boys-toy’ as any gadget, this Moto GP Season Review is published by the same people who produce the Haynes Manuals (you know, the ones that show you how to fix your Ford Escort at home), and as such the attention to detail on all things Moto GP is unbelievable. From the photos to the in-depth player profiles and course overviews, it also includes a fascinating major technical feature detailing a disastrous first-year for Italy’s dream team of Valentino Rossi and Ducati. This is a must-have for any petrol-head who likes their motors with two wheels.
Price: £30.00
Retail: www.amazon.co.uk
Web: www.haynes.co.uk

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