Monthly Archives: May 2017

May 22 2017

A Cozyphones Review: The PERFECT headphones for fitness and relaxation

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We all know I’m obsessed with podcasts. My poor iPhone is forever bleeping with new episode notifications (or to tell me my memory is running low) and I struggle to keep up to date with all the shows I follow. I constantly have earphones in; when I’m working out, laying in bed, in the bath, even cooking … I’ll find any excuse to whip out my phone and escape from my feuding kiddies.

I have a raft of earphones & headphones to best suit the activity I’m engaged in - if I’m out for a run, I’ll use buds to keep that all important ear free to listen out for traffic, if I’m in bed, I’ll slip on some headphones to block out the sound of Craig & the kids. No solution is perfect though. Buds fall out easily if you accidentally snag them or fiddle with your hair, and it can be hard to find a comfortable position in bed with bulky headphones on.

CozyPhones

Cozyphones offer an ideal solution for many common headphone woes. They are essentially a fabric headband with integrated headphone speakers. With a flexible and durable 36 inch braided cord and sturdy 3.5 mm stereo plug, they’re compatible with all your common listening devices, and the cord won’t kink or get tangled.

Available in tons of cool designs, and with a choice of fleece or Lycra mesh ergonomic headband there’s a Cozyphone solution for both relaxation and sweatier pursuits. Lightweight, comfortable and washable they’re fab for travelling, meditation or the gym, and a better fit means better noise cancellation for an improved listening experience.

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The bands themselves are super stretchy to accommodate any head shape, and the speakers are fully adjustable so can be pushed back and forth within the headband to ensure the perfect fit. The speakers also offer belting sound as they sit more snugly to your ear than conventional headphones. Better still, you can simply pop out the speakers and the bands are fully machine washable so they always look the part (essential if you are using them for working out).

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There are also super cute kids versions with animal character designs - perfect for when your little ones are binging on annoying YouTube videos. Made to the same spec as the adult version, slipping on a pair of these warm and cozy headphones onto your child offers parents everywhere instant migraine relief.

I use mine when I’m doing a spot of cardio training, or relaxing in bed. I love how they don’t slip or hurt my ears & have had plenty of comments in the gym. At around £16 from Amazon they’re really affordable and, thanks to a branded pouch, they also make an ideal gift.

The only minor criticism I have is that there isn’t currently a bluetooth version. Although this is no bother for me as I prefer corded headphones, I would anticipate this feature will occur in later iterations of Cozyphones. I’d also love to see one with a remote control to save me digging out my phone to pause a podcast or adjust the volume. Even without this, I was after something like this for a long time before Cozyphones contacted me for a review, and I suspect a number of my fellow PC addicts will get equally as excited about them. They’ve slotted right into my life and I’ve culled my headphone collection right down as a result.

Check out the website and follow on social media for more information. To buy, head on over to Amazon.

Web: CozyPhones.com / FB: @CozyPhone / Insta: @CozyPhone

 

 

 

May 22 2017

Swagbucks May Swago Pie-Fest - Grab a 300 SB Bonus

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It’s that time again… Swago, Swagbucks’ bingo-inspired incentive, is back - and thankfully this one is worth the max 300 SB. I find this fun and easy game is the best way to tempt new referrals to the site, and help my current ones renew their enthusiasm for Swagbucks - let’s face it, nothing speaks to the masses like free money!

And free money is what Swagbucks is all about. I’d encourage everyone to sign up for a free account - there’s nothing to lose. Whether you have a spare 5 minutes a day, or are looking for something lucrative to crack on with whilst the kids are at school/nursery, Swagbucks could net you a little extra pocket money to play with. You earn points called SB for doing everyday things on the internet, like signing up to free trials, taking surveys or watching videos. Even simply downloading the Swagbutton and using Swagbucks as your day-to-day browser will net you SB. When you get enough SB, simply convert them into gift cards for stores like Argos, Amazon or Debenhams - or even cash via PayPal.

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Swago is a fab time to join as (just like bingo) you’ll be crossing off squares for exploring the site. It’s a great opportunity to learn all about how the site works and earn bonus points while doing it.

Pre-registration is going on right now! The board goes live today

So simply sign up for an account today using my referral link. This will get you and I a nice little end-of-month bonus…

If you earn 300 SB before 1 June, you’ll get a 300 SB bonus (as long as you’ve signed up under me)! Throw in £25 worth of online shopping, and you’ll get an extra 200 SB on top of that. That’s a potential 500 SB bonus to get your first month on Swagbucks off to a cracking start. CLICK HERE to create an account today

How Swago Works:

  1. Each square on your Swago board has an associated activity. Complete that activity to mark off that square.
  2. You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible - but don’t worry, I’ll be on hand to answer any questions you might have
  3. Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value. Try to achieve the more difficult pattern in order to receive the highest bonus - I encourage everyone to aim for the full board
  4. Your patterns and their corresponding bonuses can be found to the right of your board. Once you’ve achieved a pattern the “submit” button will turn red. You can have multiple patterns available for submission. However, you can only submit one pattern

May 18 2017

The best time of year to update your heating

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Many of us like to think that our homes are much more efficient than they are. There is some excellent advice available on goodhousekeeping.co.uk that might help you maintain an energy efficient home and save yourself some money. But if you’re planning a bigger project, installing a new heating system including the boiler and new radiators can make a surprising difference to your heating costs and go a long way to increasing the efficiency of your home. Replacing the entire heating system is no small job, so you will have to choose the best time of year to carry out the work, which will usually be the summer when you need the system the least.

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No need for radiators in the summer

Depending on how big your house is, you could find that installing a new heating system in your home could take some time. If you are living in the house while the work is being carried out, during the winter months, this could prove to be extremely uncomfortable. A prolonged icy spell at the same time and you could end up having to move out of your home until the work is complete. Although you may need hot water for showering and baths during the summer, you can make do without the heating, which makes it the best time of year to update your home’s boiler and radiators.

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While you are going to the trouble of installing new radiators throughout your home, you have the opportunity to be able to choose the best location for each one, to gain the maximum effect of heating your home and making it comfortable. For odd shaped rooms or bay windows, many retailers offer curved radiators in the UK, or ones of other shapes and sizes. With the variety that is available, you can choose a stylish looking radiator and position it where you will get the most benefit.

Demand is low

You tend to find that during the summer months there is less demand for heating installation engineers, as well as radiators and boilers. This might mean you will find a wider variety of stock available, often discounted during the warmer months, and heating engineers with lots of time on their hands. You will be able to get what you want at a competitive price and have it installed when it is convenient for you. There will be no need to sit around in a cold house with no heating while you wait for the installation to be completed. If you are lucky and get the sun, you can sit out in the back garden and relax while the engineers finish their job.

So by installing radiators and boilers during the summer months, you can save yourself from freezing in the cold weather, save money on the cost of the radiators and boiler, potentially save money on the cost of installation, and have it installed when it suits you best. Without a doubt, if you need to upgrade your system, plan ahead and do it during the summer months.

 

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