Hot on the heals of Phones 4u's new incoming phone network, Argos is looking at setting up its own MVNO, apparently. You'll be able to sign up for mobile contracts from April, both phones and SIM-only, from traditional networks, but if all goes well, Argos is apparently going to launch its own MVNO. At this rate everyone and their dog will have their own network. Read More >>
"Toys, toys, for girls and for boys, let’s all make some noise for toys, toys." Ah yes, that traditional song that we all used to sing during the enforced five-minute blindfolded period on Christmas morning before the presents were opened. Do kids still do that? They should. Read More >>
Featured comment by Darrell Jones:
"I agree about the euthanasia helmet, no child who gets one will ever ask for another toy and will be very quiet over Xmas, which is a huge bonus." More »
Neither Google nor Asus have announced it, but good old Argos has just released its Christmas gift guide with a 32GB Nexus 7 plonked front and centre for £200. Maybe Google heard our pleas -- 32GB is the one you should buy if you're still looking for one. [TNW] Read More >>
It was announced earlier this week that Barnes & Noble were bringing their e-reader, the nimble little Nook, to the UK in partnership with John Lewis. It has now been announced that the Nook will also be available at three more retailers: Argos, Blackwell's and Foyles. Read More >>
As you may be aware, the Royal Mail yesterday stuck the knife deep into the heart of all of us, with their announcement of horrific stamp price increases. Read More >>
Featured comment by Hyperstate:
"Wow... 2 weeks for a first class letter? You must have a bad sorting office. Recently I got up super-early to post my mum's birthday card as I nearly ..." More »
Love it or hate it, Apple's pretty popular in the UK. Everyone and their Mums seem to have an iPhone or an iPod. But you might be surprised to learn that Apple is Britain's second most visited online retailer after Amazon. Read More >>
Featured comment by coastercub:
"There is no web based iTunes store. All you can do online is download the software.www.itunes.com will only take you to the download page on www.apple..." More »
Flickr user "trippyglitters" has scanned in a copy of Argos' catalogue from 1985 (before many of you tykes were born, I'm sure), providing a trip down memory lane for anyone bothered enough to flip through the Flickr album. Read More >>
Brave young David Knott took to the London streets to steal himself a new TV back during London's summer of discontent, despite being in a wheelchair with a broken leg. That's some impressive dedication to social unrest. Read More >>
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