Good vibrations More and more, new cars are being sold on the strength of their in-vehicle infotainment systems. Whether this is having the latest navigation system, video players for keeping younger passengers quiet on long drive, USB and Bluetooth connectivity or Wi-Fi connectivity so passengers can access social media, browse the web or make video calls, one particular feature is far and away the most important component: the audio system. Take the challenge
26/02/2019 Avoiding a soggy bottom One of the great things about Britain is the weather. It’s a constant source of small-talk because it’s always changing. However, it’s not so great on your precious lunch (or coffee) break.
04/02/2019 Keeping it up For most of us, the electronic tablet is now a fixture of our lives. In the space of less than a decade, it has gone from being an exotic gadget to a commonplace item, with many households featuring ...
03/01/2019 Bored of the rings For people suffering from tinnitus, the irritating ringing, buzzing or hissing in the ears can be debilitating. Even if you’ve never had it, you can probably relate. If you’ve ever had water stuck in ... 4 comments
13/12/2018 Helping hands We’ve all felt like we could use an extra pair of hands now and again. Sometimes another set of eyes would come in...er...handy to help us complete a task more efficiently – or safely, too.
30/10/2018 For the birds Arable farmers are constantly looking for new ways to scare birds from their valuable crops. 2 comments
03/10/2018 Help the aged None of us is getting any younger. It’s not something a lot of us want to think about, but ageing is inevitable.
03/09/2018 Save the trees! A staggering 60,000 new wooden electricity poles are needed in the UK every year, with a further 50,000 in the telecoms industry. These poles can take up to 18 months to source and deliver, because ... 2 comments
30/07/2018 Anti-theft bicycle Being a cyclist can be fraught with danger. Not only must you be ever vigilant of drivers who either ignore you at junctions or don’t give enough room when they pass by on the road, and pedestrians ... 1 comment
02/07/2018 Cutting edge As most men will testify, achieving a clean shave with an electric shaver is never easy. All too often, there is some residual stubble or skin irritation.
11/06/2018 Eyes right… Many of us of a certain age have had the experience. You start to read a book, newspaper, magazine or phone screen and suddenly realise that the text isn’t as sharp as it used to be. You move the ...
30/04/2018 Calming traffic Speed humps and bumps, lane narrowing obstructions, stop signs and a multitude of traffic calming measures are the bane of the suburban driver’s life. 4 comments
28/03/2018 Pairing up We’ve all been there, you’re on your way out to a posh do and you need your best shoes, the ones that only ever see the light of day at the occasional wedding. But, where are they?
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