Christmas is around the corner and if you’re employed, raising children or just plain busy enjoying life, there’s barely any time in any of our lives to get succinct about our wish lists for the next two quarters’ gifting season. Goodbye wedding gift season, hello holidays and Valentine’s Day. Tis the seasons for receiving. While…
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Twitter hokey cokey: Stars are in and out, but should they just toughen up?
Another day, another Twitter Quitter and today it was perky pop prince Zayn Malik of One Direction fame. Zayn decided this week he couldn’t take the “hate” that he “gets daily” and deleted his account entirely, disappointing his five million plus followers. A day later, he’s back again, stating he didn’t want to let his…
The Expendables 2 – Getting a whole lot of bang for your buck!
I remember being in Blockbusters once and this guy came in and went straight to the check out, he said “I want to see shit blow up!” – if that had been today, I would have walked up to him and directed him straight to the nearest cinema to see the Expendables 2. As if…
I want candy
There is something extremely satisfying about a clean stain free make up bag, but unfortunately mine doesn’t stay this way for long. Before I know it, there is a layer of foundation mixed with crushed eyeshadow coating my make up and the inside of the bag. However, this all changed when I discovered these brightly coloured…
Digital Cameras That Perform Under Tough Conditions
Waterproof, freeze proof, shock proof, GPS trackable with compasses and more – digital cameras as we’ve known them have been improved. Just as smartphone cameras seem to be making digital cameras and (gasp) film cameras obsolete, the manufacturers of cameras step it up a notch and have upped their ante by offering digital cameras with…
Avon Glimmerstick Eye Liner – a waterproof eye liner which really works
If you have been inspired by the Olympics to get back in the pool, this waterproof eyeliner is set to become your new make up staple. Avon Glimmerstick eye liner is not only waterproof but also lasts for 12 hours and can be smudged to create a soft daytime look. I have to admit, I…
Bacardi Birthday Fun
Barcardi are celebrating 150 years this year and to celebrate this, they have released a set of 4 Limited Edition Bottles. Bacardi is the largest privately owned spirits company in the world and is also the most awarded rum in the world, with over 400 awards to their name! Here at Girls n Gadgets, with…
Girls n Gadgets Lifestyle Section Coming soon…
Firstly, I would like to say thank you to all of our lovely readers. Girls n Gadgets has now been going for just over 3 years and after a short time out when I had my baby boy, we are back, bigger and better! Due to the feedback from our awesome reader, we are pleased…
Portable Speakers
Summer is now on us, and with that comes our summer holidays, visits to the beach and music festivals galore, and, if like me you can’t go a day without a bit of Bob Dylan or Chase n Status then it might be in your interest to read on. I tested two portable speaker systems…
Kodak releases printable Jubilee goodies with new app
Are you looking into how you can celebrate the Queen’s Jubilee this weekend? Thinking about maybe some bunting and lots of Union Jacks? Well Kodak has come to your rescue with its Big App and printable templates. The templates are easily downloaded, meaning your Jubilee party will be looking beautifully British and Royal before you…