Dr Johanna Ward on behalf of LUSTRE ClearSkin, talks to Checklist about the reported benefits of LED light therapy, and how products like the RENEW Pro Facewear can help support everyday skin concerns.

1. Support natural collagen production 

LED light therapy treatment uses varying wavelengths of light that are said to help support the skin’s natural healing process. According to Dr Ward, LED light therapy can help stimulate fibroblast cells, which are the activation cells responsible for collagen and elastin production.

2. Calms acne

Blue light technology, which is clinically evidenced for acne, is said to help reduce the appearance of inflammation and the colonisation of bacteria in the skin. Several treatments to the skin are recommended, and results can vary for each person.

3. Soothes eczema flare-ups 

Cracked, dry and itchy skin are the common symptoms associated with eczema. As well as topical creams and lotions, LED light therapy can be useful alongside these products to help soothe flare-ups. 

4. Can help menopausal skin 

Women going through the menopause can often experience skin issues, with hormonal changes causing sensitivity, acne and dryness. LED is believed to help to support menopausal skin changes alongside diet and lifestyle choices.

5. Cool face flushes 

As well as topical anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, and IPL, you could also use LED light therapy to help manage rosacea. The combination of red, blue, and infra-red light is said to be a useful option for soothing skin.

6. Chemical-free remedy 

Clinically proven for acne, blue light technology uses non-toxic lights. Look for a mask like RENEW Pro Facewear by LUSTRE® ClearSkin, which uses different light wavelengths which are designed to help support your skin in a non-invasive, chemical-free way,

7. Supports skin health

Blue light is widely reported to help reduce inflammation and bacterial colonisation in acne. Red light is said to be good for helping to stimulate the natural revitalisation process in the skin. These clinically evidenced light therapies are believed to be helpful for long-term use.

8. Easy to use at home

With high-performing at-home and easy-to-use wireless devices now available, LED can form part of your weekly skincare routine. Pop the mask on to clean, dry skin for 10 minutes up to five times a week and you could potentially see visible results in six weeks.

9. Complimentary to other treatments

LED light therapy can be used in combination with other skin treatments. Dr Johanna Ward often recommends LED as first port of call when it comes to refreshing the appearance of your skin.

10. Family-friendly

The great thing about LED masks is that they can be used by lots of different people – men, women, and even teenagers if they are suffering from common skin conditions, such as acne.

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Biofuel Burners

It’s hard to not see the appeal of having a real fire in your front room. Cosy, inviting, warming; a log fire is full of atavistic charm. Bioethanol fuel can be an efficient and cheap way to heat your home and can make for the ideal choice for those atmospheric nights around a real flame-experience fire.

Not only that they are fuss-free, with no waste needing to be removed and cleaned out afterward, what’s more, bioethanol fuels are virtually aroma-free too, and can even be scented, with aromas, such as ‘light pine’ being available from some manufacturers.

Another plus-point on the list for biofuel burners is that there’s no chimney required, no flue to install, no cables to connect and no mains power needed. Many burners are even portable and semi-portable, so can be moved from room to room, or from outside to inside as your mood (and the weather) takes you.

This lovely Ledbury bioethanol fireplace features a ceramic ‘log set’ built into the design, for that authentic-looking, homely feel.

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Globus Biofuel Heater

This cool-looking Globus heater would make for a great focal point in any room. Its functional simplicity means that it can be easily moved from room to room or positioned for best effect in moments. Its contemporary curves house a centre section shielded by two sections of 6mm tempered stay-clear safety glass and its smokeless burn means there are no connections, flues, or chimneys required.

Its one-litre fuel capacity means it can burn for up to three and a half hours and deliver a heat output of approximately 2kw – a bit less than an electric heater on a medium setting.

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Smart Thermostats

Smart thermostats allow you to connect your central heating to your smart devices, such as mobile phones, tablets and computers, so the temperature can be controlled from anywhere you might be. Smart thermostats can help reduce your heating costs by programming in exactly when you might be home or away, and at what times, so that you only use the energy you need.

The top-line smart thermostats also use AI to adjust your heating and cooling schedule based on how long it takes your home to heat up or cool down, further adding to the energy you’re saving. Some of the most hi-tech even have ‘open window detection’ – so you don’t waste energy by heating your home if a window is left open by accident.

Nest Learning Thermostat

One of the most futuristic thermostats on the market at the moment, this hi-tech gadget learns from your behaviours, preferences and surroundings through a combination of algorithms, sensors, machine learning, and cloud computing to precisely keep your home perfectly comfortable and to conserve energy while you’re away.

It automatically programs itself to learn your preferred settings, temperatures and schedule over time, so there’s no need to fiddle around adjusting the thermostat settings when you are away or at home with an irregular schedule, or the seasons change.

Super simple to use, this gadget saves you money, saves energy and looks pretty cool too.

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Honeywell evohome

evohome is a sophisticated heating system that allows you to create and individually control the heating in up to 12 rooms in your home.

evohome’s ‘zoning’ ability means that programs can be designed for even the simplest of property layouts, and is suitable for controlling individual room temperatures in larger properties such as luxury apartments and large family homes.

With multiple temperature sensing devices and touchscreen control, the user can quickly gain control of exactly where and when the property should be heated, with remote access available via a tablet or smart phone, and each rooms’ individual temperatures, cleanly and simply displayed.

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Smart Fans and Circulators

Air purifiers and air cleaners are more important than ever before, especially in urban environments. Factor in hot and cold weather and you are looking for a very specific piece of kit to fulfil your needs.

Heating or cooling a room while simultaneously removing contaminants from the air to improve indoor air quality means you can benefit from the comfort of a temperature-controlled environment. All while reducing allergens, pollutants, eliminating second-hand tobacco smoke and even the household chemicals that can be found in textiles and upholstery.

DYSON Hot+Cool Formaldehyde HP09 Smart Air Purifier

A bit of a mouthful its name might be, but when you do it all, you need to let people know! This top-of-the-range bit of kit from renowned maker, Dyson, is a space-age-looking gadget that captures dust, allergens and bacteria. It has been designed to remove 99.95% of ultrafine particles from the air, purifing the whole room to a HEPA H13 standard.

This Dyson purifier automatically senses and removes contaminants and pollutants with its three sensors constantly analysing the air – its unique algorithm cross-checks data every second to precisely monitor, display and reacts to your air quality.

Suitable for room size up to 27m², it even creates air quality reports that you can view in real-time on the LCD screen, or have them sent directly to your phone or tablet using the Dyson Link app.

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Meaco Air Circulator

At the budget end of the range is this super-effective air circulator from meaco. This great looking gadget works by displacing all the air in the entire room – circulating a huge 1,056 cubic metres of air per hour – to keep warm stagnant air moving and to keep you cool.

Even though it boasts such a high volume of air movement, it’s 12-speed settings are virtually silent, so there’s no harsh fan sound or strong fan ‘blast’ that can leave you feeling chilly after long periods.

Its almost 360-degrees of air circulation mean that you can place it out of the way against a wall or other flat surface and its vertical and horizontal oscillation means it will still function as it should to ensure the whole room feels fresh and clear.

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1. iRobot® Roomba® s9+

When it comes to robo-vacs, the Roomba s9+ represents the sci-fi future we’ve all dreamt of, because it empties itself! Freedom from cleaning? Hooray!

This Wi-Fi connected robot vacuum features automatic dirt disposal, emptying its bin into a disposable bag that holds up to 30 loads of dirt and dust, so you don’t have to think about vacuuming for weeks at a time. Dreamy.

Its ‘Maximised-Edge Design’ and specially angled brush reach deep into corners, while its three-stage cleaning system pulls in embedded dirt and pet hair from wherever it hides.

Using advanced vSLAM® navigation technology, the robot gathers over 230,400 data points each second that it uses to create a map of your home.

Find out more at irobot.co.uk

2. Dyson 360 Heurist

This futuristic unit combines the 78,000rpm Dyson digital motor V2 with patented Radial Root Cyclone technology, for powerful suction.

Featuring a powerful quad-core processor, this robot creates a map of your home and updates each clean in case you’ve re-arranged the living room recently.

Its whole-machine filtration captures particles as small as 0.3 microns, and the Dyson app allows you to define zones and create a cleaning schedule.

Find out more at dyson.co.uk

3. AEG RX9-2-4ANM

Although it looks like a giant camera, the unique ‘trinity’ shape of the RX9 gives it excellent reach into your home’s corners and allows it to manoeuvre easily around furniture. It also boasts ‘off-road’ capabilities, as it can negotiate height differences of up to 2.4cm.

The RX9’s huge camera-based vision system uses lasers to scan, map and remember your rooms – you can also set and monitor the robot’s cleaning schedule using the AEG RX9 app to make the whole process effortless.

Find out more at aeg.co.uk

4. Neato Botvac D7

The Neato Botvac has a host of options and comes in at the middleweight price point. Its multiple cleaning modes mean you can opt for the ‘Eco’ option, which gives you a longer, quieter energy-saving clean, whilst its ‘Turbo’ option operates at full-power for deeper cleaning.

The Neato’s exclusive D-Shape design mimics corners of the home for a precise clean that round-shaped robotic vacuums simply can’t do. Use the app to start, stop, find, schedule and receive notifications from the Botvac while you’re out-and-about. It can also take advantage of a second charging station anywhere in your home, meaning larger homes can be cleaned more effectively and efficiently as the Botvac returns to the nearest base.

Find out more at neatorobotics.com

5. Lenovo T1-S-L-VCL0L1

Featuring a sweep mode, mop mode and a run time of two and a half hours, the Lenovo T1-S-L-VCL0L1 robovac has more than enough charge to take care of your vacuuming chores. It’s also designed to climb over door ledges, so it can move effortlessly from room to room.

Featuring a path tracking sensor and smart navigation, it returns automatically to recharge. You can control its cleaning tasks through the app or a voice assistant – setting its 2-in-1 function to clean how you like: it can both vacuum and wipe the floor for you with the integrated mop, making your dwelling clean and fragrant.

Find out more at amazon.co.uk

6. Xiaomi Roborock S5 Max

With an impressive battery life of 180 minutes and a 600ml bin capacity, the Roborock rocks on, vacuuming and mopping your floors like there’s no tomorrow.

The Roborock has no issues with rugs, carpets and floors of heights up to 15 millimetres and can easily dodge pitfalls such as stairs.

The internal air filter and mopping pad are removable and washable, as is the dust tray. The device’s app allows you to see a map of each room and change your preferences for each room. An excellent range of options at this price point.

Find out more at amazon.co.uk

7. Miele Scout RX2

A powerful cleaning bot, the Scout RX2 features a ‘Quattro Cleaning Power’ suction system consisting of four elements – swing-out side brushes for getting into corners to brush the dirt into the path of the appliance, a suction opening and roller brush for coarse soiling, and a rear suction opening to tackle fine soiling.

Thanks to its high speed, the motor ensures strong suction power and is particularly energy-efficient, meaning you get more cleaning time between charges.

A unique feature of the RX2 is its camera, transmitting live footage to your mobile so you can monitor what’s going on in your house, wherever you are.

Find out more at miele.co.uk

8. Medion MD18871

With smart navigation and a two-hour charge, this unit gives higher-priced robotics a run for their money. Designed to be compatible with most carpets and hard floors, its smart sensor technology allows easy navigation around rooms.

You can control this robovac via the phone app or simply ask Alexa to start the cleaning for you. This little unit requires minimal input as it returns automatically to its station to recharge.

Find out more at amazon.co.uk

9. eufy BoostIQ RoboVac 15C MAX

The first in the ‘budget’ range of our selection still comes with a host of decent features. Cleaning hard floors and medium-pile carpets with ease, this robovac boasts high suction, self-charging intelligence, and a super-slim 2.85-inch design, allowing it to slide under furniture effortlessly.

The eufyHome app, along with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice control-services, means you can operate your BoostIQ with minimal effort. This unit features technology that automatically adjusts the suction power within two seconds, ensuring your floors get the best clean.

Find out more at amazon.co.uk

10. Proscenic 850T

Despite being at the lower end of the market, this Proscenic 850T boasts an array of impressive features. It has both vacuum and mop functions, and can be controlled with either its app or home smart devices.

Its ‘Vboost carpet detection’ system automatically recognises carpet and switches to maximum-suction to provide a thorough scrubbing. Its infrared sensors help it to detect edges, so it can easily avoid falling downstairs.

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1. Sony CMT-X3CD Bluetooth Flat Micro System

At the entry-level end of the micro system spectrum, we have this flat-design, space-saving unit from an ever-reliable maker, Sony.

This compact offering comes in at a size of: height 17.3cm, width 34cm, depth 9cm.

This Bluetooth box features a host of features, including an AUX line-in, and FM tuner, with 20 station presets and memory, a concealed 64 track programmable CD player (so no need to ditch the discs just yet), MP3 playback facility, a sleep timer, a headphone socket and 1 USB port for connectivity and device charging.

It packs all this into a discrete-looking box with a decent-for-its-size power output of 20 watts.

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2. JVC UX-D750 Wireless Traditional HiFi System

While the name might conjure up images of tweed jackets and gramophones, this little box from Sony is far from it.

Wirelessly stream your content from your smartphone using Bluetooth or pair with just a tap using NFC. Plug in a USB stick to playback saved music or choose from DAB and FM radio stations and one of their 50 presets. Chuck in a CD and pick from 5 preset EQ options to best suit your taste.

This mini offering comes in at a size of: height 15.5cm x width 16cm x depth 27.5cm, with speakers of size: height 20.5cm x width 13cm x depth 20cm.

This mini Hi-Fi from Sony boasts an output power of 100 watts.

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3. Denon D-T1 HiFi System

One of the most sophisticated mini-systems on the market, Denon’s D-T1 was designed to fit discretely into your living room, kitchen counter, home office, or anywhere else space might be of consideration.

Connect wirelessly via Bluetooth to compatible devices, listen to FM/AM radio and play CDs and MP3s through this tiny unit’s 2-way speakers (12cm woofer and 2.5cm soft dome tweeters).

Connect your TV, gaming console, or media player to the D-T1 with an optical cable and amplify your gaming experience or bring other content to life.

This space-age-looking unit comes in at a size of: width 21cm x depth 29.5cm x height 10.5cm.

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4. Pure Evoke

This Evoke C-F6 music system from Pure combines digital and internet radio, front-loading CD player and wireless connection for portable devices giving you a huge choice of listening options, all in a stylish wooden-looking case.

Controllable by app, this unit comes with WiFi, Bluetooth, 3.5mm headphone jack, and 3.5mm aux-In connectivity. It also features DAB+ radio, FM Tuner, Internet radio, and facilities to listen to other streaming services such as Spotify.

With a compact design and integrated speakers, this unit has a footprint of height 14.5cm x width 38cm x depth 22.3cm.

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5. Denon D-M41 + KEF Q150

From hi-end retailer, hifigear.co.uk, comes this cool-looking bundle of specially chosen separates for your home mini system.

The Denon DM41 is a high-quality micro-system that integrates a range of design improvements on its predecessor that allow for superior sound quality and a more flexible level of connectivity and functionality.

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6. Technics SC-C70MK2

This serious-looking box covers a footprint of: height 14.3cm x width 45cm x depth 28cm and features an impressive sound stage for its size.

This is Technics’ premium compact wireless speaker system and it really delivers, no matter where it’s placed thanks to its ‘Space Tune Auto’ feature, which achieves perfectly-balanced sound at the push of a button by automatically adjusting the audio output according to its position in the room.

Technics have specially developed an 8cm diameter woofer unit and a 2cm dome tweeter for the SC-C70MK2, which features an acoustic lens, optimised for the newly-developed speakers, providing a more powerful and high-resolution output, perfect for filling a large room.

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7. Rega Planar 1, Rega IO & Monitor Audio speakers package

This awesome package is a micro system for the turntable enthusiast, so vinyl lovers pay attention!

This bundle features the brilliant Rega Planar 1 turntable and the and Rega IO Integrated Amplifier, especially complemented by the Monitor Audio Bronze ’50s speakers and two 2m lengths of QED 79 strand speaker cable – everything you need for an outstanding vinyl playback system.

This bundle features the brilliant Rega Planar 1 turntable and the Rega IO Integrated Amplifier, featuring the Monitor Audio Bronze ’50s speakers and two 2m lengths of QED 79 strand speaker cable – everything you need for an outstanding vinyl playback system.

The table’s simple plug-and-play design means you can get it set-up in less than 30 seconds and features a UK hand-assembled tonearm, a low vibration motor, and a carbon moving magnet cartridge. The amp features an IR remote control, phono input stage, two line-level inputs for connection to a CD player or network streamer, and a high-quality headphone output.

The amp’s dimensions are: width 18cm x depth 29cm x height 6.8cm. The speaker dimensions are: height 28.1cm x width 16.6cm x depth 26.8cm. This little package is capable of kicking out a decent 30 watts per channel.

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8. Ruark R5

The Ruark R5 is a fabulous-looking DAB, DAB+, FM, Internet radio, CD, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless all-in-one music system equipped with a room-filling sound and gorgeous looks.

This statement piece features a full complement of wireless and wired connections, truly making it an exemplary all-in-one system for both music and design enthusiasts everywhere. Stream music from your device over its high-quality Bluetooth, or access streaming services with the built-in Wi-Fi.

For the traditionalists, you can also play CDs, or tune into radio stations from all over the world. It’s multi-room ready, and boasts the beautiful design and high fidelity audio that Ruark are renowned for.

The Ruark Link App allows for full control of the R5 from your tablet or smartphone.

This awesome-looking unit comes in at a size of: height 14.2cm x width 52cm x depth 30cm.

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9. Naim Mu-so Wood Edition

Here we have something altogether different! This piece of art will look amazing in your home and will get your guests asking ‘what is it?’

Well, this is the premium wood addition of the award-winning Muso twice-generation wireless speaker system. It features expertly lacquered, sustainable Ayous hardwood and a unique woven speaker grille, which makes it ideal for homes with classic or contemporary interiors.

It combines Naim’s British, authentic audio expertise with the latest music-streaming technology and easy playback from all your devices. Finely tuned by engineers in Salisbury, it combines 45 years of their Hi-Fi mastery with top-of-the-range streaming technology and premium design quality.

Despite its size, this treasure is rated at 450 watts power output.

Dimensions of the unit are: height 12.2cm x width 62.8cm x depth 26.4cm.

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10. T+A Caruso All in One Music System

The name Caruso is now a byword for compact all-in-one systems, as the system offers top-flight, impressive features and sound quality despite its compact size. If you want the best of the best then look no further.

The Caruso caters for all modern music sources: it integrates streaming from a network or the Internet, Spotify Connect and AirPlay, as well as the classic CD, DAB+ and VHF radio receivers. It even includes a bidirectional Bluetooth module and inputs for analogue and digital sources such as TV sets.

This easy-to-use unit reproduces sound from all these sources in outstanding quality via its seven integral loudspeaker systems. Three power amplifiers with 100 watts continuous power for the subwoofer system and 50 watts each for the mid / highrange units are coupled directly to the loudspeaker chassis.

This means several different sound characteristics are available, ensuring that the system always delivers excellent sound quality, regardless of its positioning. For a device this small – the sound experience is incredible.

Dimensions of this box of tricks are height 27 x width 29 x depth 29cm.

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Here, Checklist has done the hard work for you and selected some top components to get your DIY gaming device performing at its best.

1. AMD Ryzen 9 5900X Processor

The AMD Ryzen 95900X is one of the best processors out there for gaming. The new Zen 3 architecture means that each core has 32MB of available CPU cache – double what previous processors had.

Benchmarked single-core speeds are incredibly fast, and with 12 multithreaded cores, it’s great for multicore tasks, like video editing, too. A brilliant choice for streamers and video editors as well as simply gaming.

It’s also compatible with X570 motherboards and needs no extra power compared to previous Ryzen CPUs, making it easy to upgrade.

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2. The Gigabyte Geforce GTX 1660 GPU

Get 4K gaming at an amazing price with this Gigabyte GPU. The Gigabyte Geforce GTX 1660 uses a combination of Turing graphic shaders and 6GB of video RAM to give you stunning performance at high resolutions.

Even better, the Nvidia NVENC encoder handles all the processing power for live streaming and recording video, making it an amazing GPU for streamers.

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3. Gigabyte GeForce RTX3060 Ti Vision

The Gigabyte GeForce RTX3060 Ti Vision is a brilliant graphics card for any gamer. It features the latest Nvidia Ampere architecture with ray-tracing and tensor cores, and over 4000 CUDA cores, giving an exceptional performance at 4K resolutions.

Gigabyte have also equipped their video card with ultra-tough semi-conductors that are made to be overclocked with built-in safety lights that glow when there’s a power problem.

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4. Samsung EVO Plus M2 SSD

This 500GB M2 SSD is the perfect core memory for a gaming PC. Affordable and reliable, this lightning-fast SSD will load your game and system files in seconds.

Pair it with an internal hard drive for all your storage needs – its tiny M2 form factor means there’s plenty of space for other components.

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5. Corsair iCUE H100 GB PRO XT Liquid Cooling System

You can chill out about overheating CPUs with this clever liquid cooling system from Corsair. A copper cold base is mounted directly onto your processor for maximum cooling potential.

Heat is then channeled via water through a 240mm aluminum radiator; a pair of ultra-quiet fans provide a blast of cold air when needed. Since new AMD and Intel processors adjust their maximum clock speed based on their temperature, this liquid cooling system doesn’t just reduce system wear, it increases performance.

Compatible with all modern AMD and Intel CPUs.

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6. Rog Strix Z390-H Gaming Desktop Motherboard

The ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming motherboard features firmware controls and software utilities designed for all skill levels, making setup, tuning, and system maintenance simple. With options from overclocking and cooling to managing network performance and audio characteristics, you can configure your ROG Strix gaming build to perform the way you want.

With comprehensive cooling options and upgraded power delivery to fuel CPUs with more cores, plus support for faster memory and storage, ROG Strix Z390-H Gaming provides all the essentials you need to harness the full potential of components in your build for top-tier gaming PC performance.

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7. OLOy DDR4 RAM 64GB

Need to give your system a much-needed boost? Then dropping these RAM sticks in the mix will up your capacity and power.

Featuring DDR4 2x32GB UDIMM, giving you a total of 64GB and running at a frequency of 3600MHz, these budget RAM upgrades will speed up your gaming like never before.

Complete with a lifetime warranty and compatible with Intel and AMD, these desktop gaming memory enhancers will give your PC a new lease of life.

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8. Golden Field Magician Case

The Magician mid tower ATX case from Golden Field is just the ticket for those looking to build their gaming PC with a touch of style.

It features a high airflow mesh front panel with three 120mm fans pre-installed to keep your components cool. T also features a tempered glass side panel so you can keep an eye on things inside.

The case supports ATX/ MATX/ Mini-ITX Motherboards with support for a vertical GPU mount.

Made from solid steel, the thicker steel plate means there will be no deformation over time and the case is AIO Liquid Cooler ready and can support water-cooled radiators up to 320mm in length.

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9. MSI MPG Coreliquid K24

This CPU AIO cooler from MSI features a 240mm radiator and an LCD water block with concealed 60mm TORX 3.0 fan and 2x 120mm TORX 4.0 ARGB PWM fans to ensure your PC never overheats in the thick of the action.

Its Astek 7th Gen pump features PWM speed control and the 2.4 inch LCD screen displays real-time system performance (temperature/frequency) or even your own customisable graphics.

The 400mm water cooling tubes comprise of triple-layered netted plastic concealed beneath reinforced mesh sheathing to ensure the water stays inside the closed-loop system at all times

MSI’s special gaming software automatically adjusts the fan speed based on system temperatures. This reduces noise during low-demand periods, but can also be tailored to specific preferences if you want the fan to focus on being ultra-quiet or for maximum cooling.

Find out more here.

10. Gigabyte Radeon Graphics Card

The Gigabyte Radeon RX 6600 XT gaming pro 8GB graphics card utilises the innovative windforce cooling system for ultimate heat dissipation performance, ensuring your PC stays operating at its optimum temperature.

Equipped with 3x 80mm alternate direction spinning fan blades, five composite copper heat pipes in direct contact with the GPU, screen cooling and a 3D active fan, there’s an impressive array of cooling components at work, allowing this card to elevate and unifie visual effects and gameplay across multi-gaming platforms like no other graphics architecture out there.

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1. Bose Frames Soprano

Bose Frames Soprano feature polarised lenses and premium craftsmanship, while exclusive Bose Open Ear Audio technology produces the sound you’d never expect from sunglasses.

The revolutionary Bose Open Ear Audio design enables you to freely hear and interact with the world around you, while discreetly listening to your wireless music.

Connect to your smartphone or other smart device and an exclusive, wafer-thin acoustic package that is hidden in the temples produces lifelike sound, while an innovative design drastically reduces the spread of sound beyond you.

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2. Flows Bruno’s

These audio glasses feature open-ear speaker technology that accurately projects sound to you, while also allowing you to safely hear your surroundings.

Easily connect your iOS/Android or other devices to enjoy your favorite music, podcasts, or use the built-in microphone to let you take hands-free calls with clarity.

Along with the standard UVA/UVB protection in the lenses, these hi-tech specs feature a five-hour battery life and Bluetooth connectivity. Their IPX4 water-resistant and dust-proof, ultra-light construction means you can take them anywhere – perfect for sporting applications.

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3. Oakley Mercenary

These matte-black, polarised sunglasses feature Oakley’s Prizm technology – Oakley’s exclusive lens technology designed to enhance color and contrast so you can see more detail.

The lenses are designed and tested under extreme high-mass and high-velocity circumstances to ensure uncompromising protection. So you can be ready for anything!

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4. Adidas SP0027

These Adidas sunglasses feature hi-tech polycarbonate construction, providing exceptional reliability and durability. They have a flexible fit and the lenses are engineered to block 100% of harmful UV rays. Perfect for sporting applications.

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5. Smith Ruckus 003/G0

These hi-tech Ruckus glasses have been perfected for cycling with PivLock lens-change technology and thin temples to fit under helmets. There is also increased peripheral vision in the lenses, two-position nose pads, and vents to prevent fogging.

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6. Bolle Lightshifter BS020001

These Bolle hi-tech specs feature ultraviolet-polarised lenses. These sunglasses have curved temples and a vented shield to maximise your ergonomic comfort. They have even been used by the AG2R La Mondiale pro-cycle team. Even when off the bike they look good and are perfect for other sports; running, golf, sailing and more.

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7. Nike Show X3 DJ2036

These Nike sunglasses are the perfect combination of sporty and fashionable. They are available with prescription lenses and have 100% UV protection to keep your eyes safe whilst you enjoy the warm weather and have your touring adventures. With no frills and state-of-the-art materials and craftsmanship, these sunglasses stand out for their stylish design.

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8. Bolle Chronoshield

One of the most iconic shapes in Bollé’s history, Chronoshield was first launched back in 1986 and now makes a comeback with a redesigned profile and the use of modern materials and technologies, while still paying tribute to the original remarkable design. Available in prescription, these bins have an adjustable nosepiece, adjustable temples and the hydrophobic lens treatment means it’s almost impossible for dirt or moisture to cling to them.

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9. Spectacles 3 made by Snapchat

Moving into James Bond-esque territory, these video glasses feature two HD cameras to record 3D videos and photos at 60fps, and four built-in microphones to capture immersive, high-fidelity audio.

You can recharge Spectacles 3 on the go in their special leather charging case, which can store up to four charges at a time in its internal battery.

Snapchat’s hi-tech specs also allow you to ‘reimagine the moment with a suite of 3D Effects on Snapchat, or relive it using the included 3D Viewer’ – which means you can basically walk down the street and overlay what you’re looking at with Snapchat’s filters.

Press a button on the frame to start recording a 10-second 3D video. Press it again to keep recording for 10 more seconds, up to 60 seconds total. Hold to take a 3D photo.

Perfect for those content creation addicts in your life!

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10. JBuds Frames

Ok, so they’re not glasses per se, but they do upgrade your old pair nicely! JBuds Frames Bluetooth wireless pods fit most glasses or sunglasses frames, giving you amazing sound on the go.

Powerful 16mm drivers and upgraded microphones provide high-quality sound, and a universal design ensures a snug fit, from thin to thick temple sizes.

They can hold up to around eight hours of battery life, a microphone to take calls and buttons to control your sound and access voice assistance.

Adjustable to fit almost any frame-type, just simply slide them on, lock in place and you’re away – easy!

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So, whether you fancy taking up a local get-fit class with your friends, or are more independently minded about reaching your health and fitness goals, an essential piece of equipment every fitness fanatic needs is a heart rate monitor and fitness tracker.

Whether wrist or chest-worn, and with a multitude of functions and price ranges, there’s plenty to choose from.

1. Samsung Galaxy Active

Pretty in pink this stylish rose gold Samsung Galaxy Active smartwatch is the perfect bit of kit to help you manage your workouts and ensure you’re hitting those all-important heart rate zones – its smart fitness tracker and GPS system monitor everything from your heart rate to your location.

It will link to your Android smartphone too, so you’ll never need miss a notification while on the go. Its 27.9mm AMOLED screen means it’s easy on the eyes, and Samsung Pay means you can use it to buy things with a simple tap. This watch is also water resistant, so no need to worry when using it to track your swimming efforts or when training in inclement weather.

Price: £129 ao.com

2. Apple Watch Series 6

Packed with features this Apple Watch Series 6 even lets you measure your blood oxygen level with its new sensor and app and even allows you to take an electrocardiogram (ECG) reading from your wrist to check your heart’s rhythm and electrical activity.

The watch’s enhanced Always-On Retina display allows you to see your fitness metrics on the go in any conditions, and also to reply to calls and messages straight from your wrist. In terms of its all-activity suitability, this device is listed as appropriate for shallow-water activities like swimming, so should be up to scratch for tracking your triathlons.

Apple also claim this model S6 is up to 20% faster than the last Series 5!

Price: £479 ao.com

3. Huawei Watch Fit

At the budget end of the spectrum is this smartwatch from Huawei. Featuring a large 41.6mm AMOLED screen it allows for the clear display of your apps when on the go and features a GPS-linked fitness tracker that counts your steps, distance covered, calories burned and show your progress weekly progress. Notifications and messages can be sent straight to the watch from your linked smartphone, so you don’t have to keep checking your phone when pounding the pavement.

Huawei say this watch is also water-resistant so it can ‘stay by your side through any activities in the water’, so one assumes it can handle a trip to the local pool. Another added bonus is that you can change the watch face to match your outfit – perfect for those Instagram worthy gym moments!

Price: £79 ao.com

4. Amazfit GTR 2e

This elegant looking smartwatch from new kid on the block, Amazfit, is an all-in-one device with a classic round design, numerous health and fitness features, and ultra-long battery life.

Its thin and light bezel-less design features an HD always-on AMOLED display for superb visibility of your health information even on the brightest days. It comes in a variety of colours with dozens of free watch faces available to download from its dedicated App so you can edit the watch face and widgets to suit your needs.

Its self-developed BioTracker biological tracking optical sensor in the watch can perform 24-hour heart rate monitoring, covering heart rate zones, blood oxygen saturation, sleep quality, stress levels and more. It’s water-proof for ‘deep swimmers’ and even has Alexa built-in!

Price: £119.00 amazfit.com

5. Amazfit T-Rex Pro

Also from the excellent Amazfit comes the rugged T-Rex Pro, and what more could you need to fulfil your Bear Grylls lifestyle goals? Featuring military-grade toughness, 10 ATM Water-resistance and blood-oxygen saturation measurement, this king of fitness can handle pretty much anything you throw at it.

Knowing that this bad-boy has been tested to the limits – having passed 15 military-grade tests – it can give you the confidence to tackle hot deserts, humid rainforests and polar glaciers, should you so wish! Other features include: four global navigation satellite support systems, a weather tracker, sunrise and sunset monitor, current moon phase display, compass and barometric altimeter, ultra-long 18-day battery life, and over 100 different sports modes.

Price: £139 argos.co.uk

6. Frontier X

From Fourth Frontier comes the world’s first and only chest-worn Smart Heart Monitor that provides real-time continuous feedback on your heart & lungs. This clever device provides continuous ECG monitoring and real-time vibration alerts for heart rate, effort & cardiac strain for athletic training, cardiac rehabilitation and remote monitoring.

With full connectivity, it offers ECG live-streaming and recording for up to 24 hours, with a detailed ECG summary available on its dedicated web app.

Suitable for running, cycling, swimming and other endurance sports, this monitor is waterproof up to 1.5 metres, has a battery life of 24hrs with continuous use, links to Apple watches and Apple/Android phones for real-time data display and also gives you the option to turn off all those distractions and train distraction-free without a watch or phone by using real-time vibration alerts.

Price: £287 fourthfrontier.com

7. Lumen metabolism analyser

Again in the world of health & fitness tracking firsts comes this handheld, portable device and app that measures your metabolism in real-time with just your breath.

Lumen gives users insight into how efficiently their bodies are optimising fats and carbs to allow for greater control over their health and wellness. Lumen works by measuring your body’s carbon dioxide concentration by breathing into the handheld device. These levels are then analysed to give users an indication of the type of fuel their body is using to produce energy. Lumen provides you with personalised suggestions on when and what to eat to fuel your workout, based on your metabolism.

Lumen integrates with Apple watch and also Garmin so that users can see the real time metabolic impact of their workout and automatically track their progress using the metrics from their wearable.

Price: £299 lumen.me/shop

8. Xplora XMOVE

Norwegian smartwatch company, Xplora, have recently launch a range of devices for the whole family – the XMOVE family activity tracker range.

Using the XMOVE tracker and app, families can encourage all members to get active and even track the number of steps each person is taking encouraging competition amongst family members!

The XMOVE also has a built-in sensor to monitor inactivity and reminds a user to get moving to help maintain a healthier lifestyle.

One of the watch’s prime features is the Goplay Activity Platform, which combines physical activity with rewards and entertainment provided by some of the world’s leading entertainment companies. The Goplay Platform helps keep a user engaged with the Xplora device by rewarding activity with Xplora Coins that can be used exclusively in the Goplay Platform.

Other functions monitor activity when running, walking or cycling whilst heart rate monitoring helps users to exercise at the right intensity. The watches can be immersed in water up to 1.5m deep.

Price: £49.99 currys.co.uk

9. Polar Vantage M2

From specialists, Polar, comes the Vantage M2 multisport GPS watch – a superb combination of performance, functionality and ‘athlete attitude’. This watch offers users the guidance and data input to help them train well and improve their fitness, alongside all the essential smartwatch features to keep you connected.

The Vantage M2’s onboard monitoring tech provides real-time performance insights about your current condition and readiness. The watch also automatically tracks your sleep and recovery so you know when you can safely push your body further than before in pursuit of those new PBs!

With music controls, weather and push notifications among the gamut of features, the Vantage M2 also has daily training guides, training load calculators, and even a ‘smart fuel assistant’, which lets you know when and what to eat and drink.

Price: £269 polar.com

10. Garmin HRM-Pro

This premium heart rate strap from maker, Garmin, transmits real-time heart rate data via ANT+ technology and bluetooth allowing it to communicate with Garmin devices, compatible fitness equipment and other online training apps, such as Zwift.

Impressively, this strap can even capture such things as your running dynamics: vertical oscillation, ground contact time, stride length, vertical ratio and more. The HRM-Pro stores heart rate data onboard, so that when you are swimming and out of range, for example, it can then automatically synch and send the data to your smartwatch when the activity is finished. It also stores steps, calories, intensity minutes and heart rate.

This small, lightweight and comfortable heart rate monitor has a battery life of up to one year.

Price: £109.95 amazon.co.uk

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1. Tado Smart Thermostat

If you just want to install one thing that makes a big difference, a smart thermostat is it. Tado’s thermostats often come bundled when you buy a new boiler, but can also be retrofitted to most gas heating systems, including underfloor heating. It works with a central sensor but you can bolt on individual controls to each radiator – meaning you can adjust the heat of every room with the merest swipe of an app. Price varies depending on kit and installation.

Find out more: tado.com

2. Arlo Essential Video Doorbell

Wireless and high-definition, this smart doorbell captures a clear 1080p feed of whoever’s at the door, sending it to you directly via video call. It also incorporates 180-degree viewing, night vision, and even a built-in siren. Upgrade to the ‘constant monitoring’ package and it becomes a CCTV camera at the same time.

Find out more: ukshop.arlo.com

3. Amazon Echo Dot 4^th Gen

You’ll be familiar with smart speakers and home hubs by now, with Amazon’s Echo, Google’s Nest Audio and Apple’s HomePod among the most popular options. But the newest generation of the Amazon Echo Dot is worth highlighting. This is the most compact Amazon speaker, which typically comes with compromises to sound quality – but the sound on this device has been improved from previous models. Plus, an LED clock display has been added, which also supports alarms and timers.

Find out more: amazon.co.uk

4. Philips Hue

Installing Hue bulbs makes your household lights adjustable in brightness – and, depending on which bulbs you buy, colour too. You’ll need to buy a router hub to get started, but once set up, the bulbs will work with most popular voice assistants. You can add motion sensors, set lighting routines, or even set the lights to sync in time with an entertainment system. 

Find out more: Starter kit, philips-hue.com

5. Peloton Bike+

You’ll be forking out a fair amount for Peloton’s top-of-the-range ‘smart exercise bike’, but for the money you’ll get the highest-spec stationary bike on the market. It’s got a rotating 24” HD touchscreen, through which it can display one of thousands of spin classes. The ‘smart resistance’ automatically adjusts the pedalling difficulty based on the class’s virtual instructions – and it also supports Apple GymKit, meaning results are synced straight to your Apple Watch.

Find out more: onepeloton.co.uk

6. Tile item finder

You can ‘ping’ your phone when you’ve mislaid it – don’t you wish you could ping your wallet, keys, bag, Fitbit, or just about anything else as well? Now you can, with the Tile, which attaches to valuable items and uses Bluetooth to track them, giving an audible beep when it is nearby. This is a growing product area – Apple has just launched its own equivalent, which also uses ultra-wide band technology for location.

Find out more: uk.tile.com

7. Roomba i7+ vacuum cleaner

The Roomba has been around for a while, but that doesn’t mean its technology has stood still. The latest model, the i7+, is the first to be self-cleaning. This award-winning ‘cleaning robot’ empties itself into a bin that can hold 30 full bags, reducing the amount of maintenance time you need to give it. Plus, it’s got intelligent navigation that ‘teaches’ it your room layout, allowing you to customise which rooms are cleaned and when.

Find out more: irobot.co.uk

8. Sonos Beam sound bar

You don’t need to be an audiophile to appreciate a good sound bar – any regular TV or movie watcher will benefit from its clear, bass-rich audio in a compact form factor. Not only will it deliver a more immersive watching experience, it can also link to other Sonos speakers to mimic surround sound or offer multi-room playback.

Find out more: sonos.com

9. Nest Protect smoke alarm

Ultimately, what matters most about your home is that it is safe – which is why you should upgrade your smoke detector to a ‘smart’ model, which can alert you to a fire or carbon monoxide leak anywhere. If you’re at home, the Nest Protect will converse with Google Assistant to turn on the lights, making it easier to get out. If you’re out, it can send you an alert via your phone. It can also distinguish between different types of fire and tell you what’s wrong and where the problem is. 

Find out more: store.google.com

10. TP-Link Kasa Smart Plug

Ever heard the old teaser: You walk into a dark room and see a lamp, a TV and a microwave, all connected to a single power strip. What do you turn on first? That’s right, the power strip… It’s not just devices that have gone smart, it’s their power supplies too. This smart plug from TP-Link can be controlled manually as well as over Wi-Fi with the Kasa app, and can be set up with an automatic power timer, so you can set the lights to come on automatically. 

Find out more: tp-link.com

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