Handheld Computers/PDAs
Reviews and ratings of quality, hand-picked, UK websites
Amazon.co.uk
• www.amazon.co.uk
Headers: Books, Electronics & Photo, Music, DVD, Video, Software, PC & Video Games, Home & Garden, Toys & Games
Although associated mostly with books of which they have a huge stock, covering nearly all subjects, Amazon now sells virtually everything. And their prices are surprisingly good. The electrical goods, for example, are very competitively priced. The site is very easy to navigate and there are also a huge selection of useful, and usually well written reviews for products. You can also search for goods available in the auction department plus you can get good deals from the many used items sold at Amazon.
• Special Features: 30 returns policy.
• Free Delivery on most orders >£15
Apple Store
• www.store.apple.com
Headers: MacBook Family, Mac Desktops, iPod, iPod Accessories, Mac Accessories, Servers
The Apple Store is where you can buy Apple computers and anything related to them including the famous ipod mp3 player. You can get a custom made Apple to your own specifications on the site.
• Special Features: Finance packages available for consumers and businesses.
• Free Delivery on orders >£65.99 ex VAT
Ballicom
• www.ballicom.co.uk
Headers: Computer Systems, Broadband Products, Barebone Systems, Serviers, Cameras, Camera Accessories, CCTV, Computer Hardware & Peripherals, FaxModems, Firewire, Networking, Notebooks, Handhelds, Plasma TVs, Projectors, Printers, Scanners, Software, TV Cards
Established in 1993, Ballicon is a supplier of computers and computer components, with 3 separate divisions: Retail, Trade (including Corporate) and Education, and currently has over 16,000 IT products available. Custom build the computer you want. Ballicom International is based in Coventry.
• Free Delivery on orders >£117.50
Comet
• www.comet.co.uk
Headers:Kitchen & Home, Home Entertainment, Computing, Portable Technology
As you would expect from one of the largest retailers in the UK, Comet have a very wide range of products for sale online in all categories. In addition, Comet provides comprehensive product guides for the whole of their range. Additional features are a repair service backed up by over 600 engineers across the UK, old fridges removed for £15, connection and installation available where neccessary plus extended warranties.
• Special Features: Monthly payment plans on selected products. Returns policy: 28 days for unopened items, 7 days for opened items. Comet now offers "Click and Collect" - order online and collect from your nearest Comet branch.
• Connection Service: Comet offers a connection service for washing machines, dryers, dishwashers, electric cookers, ovens & hobs, TVs.
• Special Offers:Comet Current Discount Codes
• Free Delivery on all kitchen appliances >£399
Currys
• www.currys.co.uk
Headers: Audio & HiFi, Cameras & Camcorders, Computing, Cooking, Dishwashers, DIY and Garden Tools, DVD & Video, Fitness Sport & Health, Gadgets & Gifts, Gaming, GPS Satellite Navigation, Home Security, In Car Entertainment, iPod & MP3, Lighting, Phones, Refrigeration, Small Appliances, Small Kitchen Appliances, Televisions, Vacuum Cleaners, Washers & Dryers
Currys offers a range of many thousands of products online including a constantly updated range of Web exclusives. 24 Hr Helpline, delivery 7 days a week (usually within 4 working days of order) and expert installation, backed by a nation-wide network of over 380 stores. Comparison capability allows you to compare similar products.
• Special Features: Detailed buyers guides. As well as buying online you can now reserve certain items online and collect and pay at your nearest store.
Connection Service: Available for Large Kitchen Appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: For the latest Curry Promo Codes: Direct to Offer Page
Dell UK
• www1.euro.dell.com
Headers: Desktops, Notebooks, Printers, Software & Peripherals, Dell Handhelds
One of the UK's leading computer suppliers, Dell UK offers customisable desktops, financing, recycling of your old computer, a memory upgrade selector, online technical support, a collect and return service, onsite service packages, driver and software downloads plus online 360 degree product tours for its computer systems. They even offer online computing courses. Look out for special offers as they often have excellent deals on offer. Dell is based in Ross on Wye.
Electricshopping.com
• www.electricshopping.com
Headers: Computing & Electronics, Home & Garden, Kitchen & Cooking, Health & Beauty, Gifts & Travel
Electricshopping offers a wide range of home electrical equipment with a really good selection of small kitchen appliances. The range includes fitness equipment, personal care products, computer systems, hardware and peripherals plus an excellent range of home security equipment. You can even buy garden tools, patio heaters and outdoor lights. Excellent range. Founded in 1997, Electricshopping is owned by The Tomorrow Group and is based in London and is an authorised reseller and service agent to all the brands on its site.
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy
• Free UK Delivery - Free except for NI, Highlands and Islands
• European Delivery Available
HP Consumer Store
• www.hpstore.hp.co.uk
Headers: Computers, Handhelds, Digital Imaging, Printers, Home Cinema
Official site for HP home and home office consumers. Computers include Pavillion notebooks, desktops and monitors; handhelds include iPAQs and iPAQ accessories. Use the site to register your product, get technical assistance, download software and drivers and get email notifications of driver updates.
Micro Direct
• www.microdirect.co.uk
Headers: Accessories & Furniture, Barebone/ Systems, Cables & I/O, Cameras, Case & Power, CD/DVD/Backup, CPU (AMD & Intel), Fans and Cooling, Graphics / Video Cards, Hard Drives, Home Entertainment, Laptops/PDAs, Memory, Modems, Monitors, Motherboards, Mouse/Key/Joystick, MP3 Players, Networking, Printers & Accessories, Scanners/Projectors, SCSI Cards, Software, Sound Cards, Speakers
Micro Direct is an IT superstore carrying a huge range of computer hardware, peripherals and accessories from manufacturers such as Sony, Shuttle, Iiyama, AMD and Asus. There is a wide choice of products in all IT categories, and at competitive prices. In addition, there is also a small range of audio visual equipment including DVD players, media players, LCD TVs and a good range of plasma screens and equipment. Established in 1993, Micro Direct has its head office and main retail outlet in Upper Brook Street, Manchester.
Misco
• www.misco.co.uk
Headers: Accessories, Cables, Enclosures & Cable Management, Cameras, CD/CD-RW/DVD Drives, Computing, Datacoms, Electronics, Furniture, Hard Disks, Keyboards/Mice & Graphics Tablets, Media, Memory, Mobile Communications, Modems, Monitors & Accessories, Networking, Office Machines, PC Components, Presentation, Printers, Scanners, Security, Software & licensing, Storage, Supplies, Surge & Power, Warranties, Wireless
Misco has over 20,000 competitively priced IT products ranging from IT accessories to computer furniture to PCs, including desktops, personal organisers, notebooks and servers. Also a wide range of software. Consumables include original and compatible ink cartridges and laser toner for Brother, lexmark, TDK, Xerox, HP, Kyocera, IBM, Epson, Canon and Samsung as well as paper and ribbons. There is also a very wide range of networking products. Misco is part of the Systemax Group, an international company with offices in 9 countries worldwide.
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