Sonim XP3 1.0 Enduro Sim Free Mobile Phone
The ‘Sonim XP3 1.0 Enduro Sim Free Mobile Phone’ has recently been released. This mobile phone is unlocked to any network and falls into the class of being virtually indestructible!
Testing of this extremely rugged looking phone has produced results that are quite simply unique. The Sonim has the ability to be submersed to a depth of one meter can be dropped without damage, can withstand being crushed up to a 400kg pressure and will stand extreme temperature ranges. To top the list is a 3 year unconditional guarantee.
If you’re active outside through either work or maybe sporting activities then this phone is an ideal fit. The
‘Sonim XP3 1.0 Enduro Sim Free Mobile Phone’ is available now.
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Channel 4 Video
Skins: Series 3 - Released 6th April
Skins is back on DVD this week for the 3rd gripping series of this BAFTA award-winning Channel 4 teen drama. Writers Steve & Andrew Dawson and Tim Inman create yet more stunning and yet everyday insights into the lives and loves of a group of adolescent friends from Bristol.
The female cast of Series 3 is headed up by the beautiful and mysterious Effy (Kaya Scodelario), her best friend Pandora (Lisa Backwell), twins Katie (Megan Prescott) and Emily (Kathryn Prescott) and the beautiful, idealistic Naomi (Lily Loveless).
The guys are represented by charismatic Cook (Jack O’Connell), skateboarder Freddie (Luke Pasqualino), JJ aka Jonah Jeremiah Jones (Ollie Barbieri), and finally Thomas (Merveille Lukeba) who has travelled from the Congo to set up home for his family.
The DVD contains all 10 episodes plus special features including:
- 10 Video Diaries
- Behind the scenes of each episode
- 4 Unseen Skins Episodes
- Behind the scenes of the London and final auditions
- Trailers and behind the scenes of the trailer shoot
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Queensryche - American Soldier Release Date
Seattle-based metal band Queensryche release their latest album, “American Soldier,” on Monday 6th April. Billed as a concept album it opens with squad leaders yelling, “On your feet!”. Voices of real war veterans appear in and out of the songs and the album deals with themes of war outside of combat. For example, “Remember Me” deals with couples getting married right before partners are shipping out to war and “Home Again” is about the problems family relations of soldiers face holding it together in times of struggle.
The album is a tribute to the American Soldier. In track 8, “If I Were King”, lead singer Geoff Tate explains the meaning behind the song:
“There’s a story I was told, a solider came back from the Vietname era / conflict. He described being really unconfortable with staying in one place. So he packed up everything he had in a car, and spent several years just driving… drove, 12 hours a day, until he ran out of gas ….”
“American Soldier” is released on 6th April on CD.
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Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special DVD Release Date
‘Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special’ will be released on DVD on 6/4/09. Gavin & Stacy has become an extremely popular comedy series on BBC TV. This one hour Christmas Special captures in humour a lot of the typical moments that can only occur at Christmas!
Everyone is gathered for Christmas with the Shipman’s, when Gavin drops the bombshell that he has a new job in Cardiff. “That’s a seven-hour round trip every day” Smithy says, and then the penny drops! Chaos kicks in and the wall-to-wall comedy that makes Gavin & Stacy the popular show it is ensues.
What Christmas Special wouldn’t be complete without a turkey soaking in a bucket, a bewildered geriatric and family fight? Gavin & Stacy is a thoroughly entertaining show, old and new fans won’t be disappointed when ‘Gavin & Stacey Christmas Special’ is released on DVD on 6/4/09.
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‘Skins Series 3’ the whole series will be released on DVD on 6/4/09. Fans of Skins were initially disappointed that the cast of the first two series had been disbanded and a new set of actors used. The disappointment didn’t last as Series 3 came back better and stronger than the first two.
Skins Series 3 DVD Release Date
The characters of class 2009 are a diverse bunch! We have Effy (the only remaining original cast member) who likes to be the boss cat, twins Katie & Emily who couldn’t more different, then there is Thomas who struggles to keep his trousers on and JJ the illusionist! Plus a whole lot more assorted personalities to kick off the third series.
The storylines of Skins explores the lives of the teenagers as they come up against some of the challenges facing young people. There will be plenty of sex, bad language and emotional turmoil as the teens explore and experiment. Expect humour and serious scripting in ‘Skins Series 3’ to be released on 6/4/09.
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MSI GT725 Core 2 Duo P9500 2.53GHz Laptop Notebook Release Date
The ‘MSI GT725’ Core 2 Duo P9500 2.53GHz Laptop is due to be released on 6/4/09. The laptop has some great features offering serious performances above the more basic laptops.
The GT725 has a large processor at 2.53GHz with 4GB of Ram installed. Storage is a massive 500GB that should give more than enough space even for large files. The display area is a generous 17” widescreen and the operating system is Vista Home Premium. This computer seems to have everything with additional touches like a built in web cam and ‘Theatre Class’ audio speaker system. Fans of movies will be pleased to hear that the laptop is compatible with the new Blu-ray format.
The ‘MSI GT725’ is a powerhouse of a notebook for personal and professional users. Those with an interest in gaming won’t be disappointed with the features that it offers. Due for release on 6/4/09.
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Acer TravelMate 5330 Laptop Notebook Release Date
The ‘Acer TravelMate 5330’ Celeron Dual-Core T1600 1.66GHz Notebook is due for release on 6/4/09. This is a streamlined compact laptop that has plenty of power under the bonnet.
This model has a processor of 1.66GHz, a 15.4” display with 2GB of RAM memory and a hard drive of 250 megabytes. The operating system is Windows Vista Business which is a step above the Vista versions that are usually installed on computers and laptops. This model has built-in to it the facility to have wireless Internet connectivity.
The ‘Acer TravelMate 5330’ is more than just a basic laptop it has plenty of power and storage space to operate with ease the multi-tasking needs that are asked of laptops today. The ‘Acer TravelMate’ 5330 is due for release on 6/4/09.
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The Other Queen by Philippa Gregory Release Date
‘The Other Queen’ by Philippa Gregory is released in paperback on 6/4/09. Gregory writes novels that are classed as historical fiction. In this book she writes about Mary Queen of Scots.
Mary Queen of Scots has to leave Scotland for England. As often is the case with the historical events, religion comes to the forefront. Elizabeth I who is protestant is on the throne of England so Mary being catholic is seen as a threat. Mary can’t be allowed to undermine Elizabeth and is placed under the safeguard of Bess of Hardwick. A thought provoking tale unfolds.
This is a clever book both superbly written and offering a storyline full of lust and betrayal in the royal courts of 16th century England. ‘The Other Queen’ is due for release on 6/4/09.
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Eoghan Quigg - Eoghan Quigg Release Date
The charming boy from Dungiven rails from his success on X-Factor with the release of his debut self-titled album of well known covers. Songs include Michael Buble’s “Home” and Robbie Williams “She’s the One”.
The album is a mixture of high energy pop and upbeat tunes, as well as slower more mature ballads which are sure to please a diverse audience. Eoghan’s smooth voice and mellow tones can only mature into something even better as he gets older and with his fanbase well and truly established and a great record deal, he has amazing potential.
Eoghan Quigg’s album is released on CD on 6th April
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Bob Mould Life & Times Release Date
One of the most influential musicians of alternative punk rock, Bob Mould releases his ninth solo studio album next week.
With songs that seem to span the wisdom of experience and the hard knocks of a life well lived, Mould continues to expand on his punk rock/rock pop songwriter talents.
Bob Mould is known for his long-time involvement with hardcore punk band, Husker Du and later, American alternative rock outfit, Sugar.
He went solo in 1988 and evolved from his trademark “wall of sound” guitar to a more stripped down style featuring acoustic guitars and strings.
Bob will be performing a handful of UK dates this May including:
Glasgow ABC (23)
Manchester Academy 2 (24)
Birmingham Academy 2 (26)
London KOKO (27)
“Life and Times” is released 6th April on CD.
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