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Maplin launches Packbuster
Finally - an end to package-opening injuries 14 January 2009 17:09 GMT
Maplin have announced that they are to sell a new product that could end your package opening woes.

The apply named Packbuster has three features that are designed to handle different aspects of package opening. A cutter, the "Blister Buster" and a screwdriver.
Credit Crunch Christmas: £30 off an ION USB turntable
Pocket-lint's Advent calendar of gift ideas: 2 days to go 23 December 2008 10:43 GMT
For today's Credit Crunch Christmas suggestion we have an idea for those of you who are struggling to think of what to get a parent, PC-ed up grandparent, or anyone for that matter with a large vinyl collection.

It is the ION iTT 05 XL USB turntable, which is...
Electronic firework launcher on sale
Safety first with remote control gizmo 20 October 2008 17:32 GMT
Maplin is offering an "electronic remote control firework launcher" in time for Bonfire Night.

The gizmo claims to dramatically reduce the chance of injury by launching fireworks without a flame and at a safe distance.

Battery powered and portable,...
Maplin launches portable 7-inch TV
For caravaners, campers - and soap addicts 15 October 2008 14:45 GMT
Maplin has launched a seven-inch portable LCD colour digital and analogue TV.

Aimed at soap and sports fans, the compact hand-held TV is designed to be used out and about and can can store and receive over 250 analogue and 999 digital channels, saving the favourites...
Maplin joins the netbook party
With £169 minibook 18 September 2008 11:56 GMT
Even budget retailer Maplin has entered the netbook market with an entry dubbed the minibook.

The ultra-portable laptop, as they phrase it, is truly compact measuring 222 x 165 x 29.5mm and weighs in at 650 grams, but size isn't everything and the specs are...
Maplin launches in-car microwave
Hot Ginsters here we come 14 August 2008 14:25 GMT
Getting stuck in a traffic jam and feeling peckish can be a bit annoying especially if you like your Ginsters hot.

Well Maplin, perhaps being inspired by a BMW April fools gag a couple of years ago is hoping to fix this with the launch of an in-car microwave...
Maplin Minibook launches for just £169.99
But price will go up after 02 September... 12 August 2008 12:11 GMT
Maplin is going against Asus, Acer and so many others in launching its own mini PC.

The Minibook is being described as a stylish, lightweight travel notebook "that is tailor-made for business use or pleasure".

It features a seven inch screen, offers...
Maplin launches 320GB media player
Hard drive with media playing abilities 24 July 2008 15:44 GMT
Maplin has launches a new 320GB media player to give gadget lovers "the complete digital home theatre system".

The device - essentially an external hard drive, with standalone media player - means users can download and store home videos, movies and music on...
Maplin launches MusicTube waterproof MP3 player
For £40 8 July 2008 15:19 GMT
Maplin has launched a waterproof MP3 player with a "robust", anti-rust aluminium body.

With a 4GB memory, the claim is the player can hold up to 1000 songs and has an adjustable arm band.

Complete with waterproof earphones and USB cable, the unit...
Maplin launches Portable Digital Video Recorder
Movie watching and making on the go 29 April 2008 16:38 GMT
Maplin has launched a video recorder and player so you can make your own masterpiece and then watch it for just £179.99.

The portable video recorder comes with a digital video recorder, microphone and external camera that clips neatly on to clothing.
Mega Sonic Scatter-Cat gun looks cool
With "easy trigger action" 16 April 2008 17:08 GMT
If you hate those pesky gangs of squirrels who hang around in alleyways at night, or more realistically, want to rid your garden of the neighbour's cats, then this is a pet-safe way of doing it.

It can target animals up to 20 metres away with its laser-light...
Tactical head cam as worn by police launches
Add-on device for extreme sports fans 14 April 2008 13:06 GMT
A new high-resolution tactical head camera as worn by the police for surveillance operations is being launched by Maplin.

Rather than for use in such tactical operations, the retailer is angling the device as the perfect portable camera for "recording your...
Maplin offers cheapo "sporty cam"
Complete with built-in MP3 player 29 January 2008 15:31 GMT
Maplin has launched the "Mini Pocket DV with Sporty Cam".

Fitted with a detachable sports camera that can be attached to clothing, this digital video camera is designed capture all your sporting action.

The 10-megapixel DV camera has a digital...
Mini electric bumper cars for kids
Indoor dodgems? Carnage... 6 November 2007 16:30 GMT
"All the fun of the fair at home" claims Maplin and we might just have to agree.

These funky, brightly-coloured bumper cars offer a top speed of two miles per hour - fast enough for your 2- to 6-year-old no doubt, and give 40 minutes of drive time on each charge....
Maplin offers sub-£200 HD camcorder
New budget model 29 October 2007 16:17 GMT
Maplin says it's "pushing the boundaries of dual digital technology" by launching its new high definition (720p) digital video camcorder with 8-megapixel still camera.

The camcorder will cost £199, which the cut-price retailer says, considering the device's...
Maplin offers funky lime green USB VoIP handset
Fruity 4 September 2007 9:56 GMT
There's nothing particularly wow in the spec for this handset - it's a wired USB offering with customisable ringtones that supports Skype.

But for anyone who craves colour in the dreary black, grey and beige world of the office, the fresh lime green shade might...
Maplin launches 7-inch in-car DVD player
Motorised screen retracts into dashboard 22 May 2007 12:23 GMT
Maplin has launched an in-car DVD player with a motorised 7-inch TFT screen that retracts back into the dashboard when you're not using it.

Not a huge amount of info available but we can tell you that it also features an FM/AM radio, has connectivity for an...
Maplin launches budget GPS
Maplin Electronics swerves into gear with cheap satnav 1 May 2007 14:36 GMT
Maplin has unveiled its latest "plug-n-drive" technology with its 3.5-inch touchscreen GPS with built-in MP3 player.

Although there is nothing wholly unique about the product's features, with most satnavs, like the recent Harman Kardon incorporating MP3 as a...
Maplin launches £125 Wi-Fi phone for Skype calls
Free yourself from your PC 13 February 2007 17:54 GMT
Maplin Electronics has launched its offering to the mobile VoIP market with a new SMC Wi-Fi Internet Phone.

In - you guessed it - white, the phone lets you easily make calls via Skype without being attached to your PC.

It works through any open...
Personal GPS Tracker lets you snoop on your loved ones
Where are they now? 22 January 2007 16:15 GMT
Maplin Electronics has launched a rather creepy new device in the form of the Personal GPS Tracker.

Meant to be used in times of emergency so that you can be easily found if lost or stranded, it can also be planted on someone or in someone's car, and will then...
Maplin launch Heated Massaging Car Seat for cold mornings
Even comes with a remote 21 November 2006 11:58 GMT
Feeling a bit cold in the mornings, but haven't got one of the buttons that heats up your car seat?

Well help is at hand as they say. A new remote control heated car seat and body massager is the latest driving gadget from Maplin Electronics to be launched for...
Maplin Electronics looks to solar power
Charge me baby 11 April 2006 15:29 GMT
Maplin Electronics has launched a new range of portable solar panel chargers for those looking for an eco-friendly solution to powering that electricity guzzling iPod or mobile phone.

According to the company “the lightweight, compact 'Scotty' personal solar...
Jacket with built-in central heating goes on sale in UK
Maplin says its jacket's hot stuff 30 January 2006 0:18 GMT
It might be devilishly cold outside but Maplin Electronics has launched a new range of clothing with its own in-built central heating system.

Maplin Electronics' new range includes a body warmer and gloves. Both have been designed with new fabric technology...
Maplin launches 8-inch LCD Freeview DVB-TV in UK
Maplin Electronics is this week unveiling its new 8-inch LCD Freeview DVB-TV in the UK 26 January 2006 9:13 GMT
Maplin Electronics is this week unveiling its new 8-inch LCD Freeview DVB-TV in the UK.

Designed for those who want to catch up with their favourite TV shows no matter where they are, the new portable LCD Freeview DVB-TV from Maplin Electronics offers both digital...