Good news !
Let’s start the week off right with a discount from Halfords.

5% off purchases
except Sat Nav, MP3 & iPod,
Gift Vouchers and Alloy wheels

About Halfords:
It’s that time of year to get your camping, biking and travel gear. Halfords Group is a leading retailer of car parts, car enhancements and bicycle.

There are many ways to keep your kids entertained and active this summer. On Twenga you will find everything you need for your outdoor games and activities, and you can compare prices from trusted brands such as Smoby, Little Tikes, and Kettler.

Here are three must have this summer for your little ones to get out and active:

• Slide:
Size and material are two of the most important features to consider when choosing a slide.
Size: Select a size that corresponds to the age of your child.
Material:  Although wood slides are often sturdiest, plastic is the most popular choice for many parents because it is easy to fold and store.

Follow installation instruction meticulously to ensure your child’s safety.
Prices range from £47 to £500.

• Playhouse:
Popular jumbo playhouse brands include Little Tikes, Feber and Mookie, who offer supplementary features such as interactive telephones, kitchens and mailbox slots.

Wooden playhouses are also popular choices for parents with plenty of space. The tower playhouses include a built in slide for more playing excitement.
Prices range £60 to £200

• Sandpit:
Buying a sandpit with a cover prevents the gradual loss of sand that can come from wind and rain, and protects it from unwanted animals and insects.
Prices range £16 to £80

Get prepared for summer outdoor fun with the many outdoor games available on Twenga.co.uk.

Who would have thought?  What a surprise…

Ok, so we’re just kidding! We didn’t actually make the cover of TIME (yet).
We’re only jumping on the latest internet bandwagon: our fellow internet friend MrBoo has created a fun application that allows you to put your Twitter page on the cover of TIME.

So, if you you’re on Twitter but always wanted to make the cover of TIME, here’s your lucky chance to get your wish (virtually) and appear on the front of iPhone at that.

They say that you have to dream big to achieve big.  We’ll make the cover of TIME in due time, we’re working hard on it.

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Finding a pair of sunglasses that both flatter your face and are practical for your lifestyle can pose quite a fashion challenge. Whether you are looking for a designer pair or a shopping bargain, Twenga has compiled hundreds of products on one website to help you find your perfect sunglasses.

Women’s Sunglasses: a woman’s perspective
Follow this season celebrity’s retro trend by opting for oversized round frames or aviators (as seen on Nicole Richie and Vanessa Hudgens). To get this chic look right, try Tom Ford sunglasses, or consider Miu Miu or French Connection’s more affordable shades.
Classic Ray-Ban frames are also one of this summer’s the most popular aviators styles.

Men’s sunglasses: a man’s point of view
As for men’s fashion, the sporty yet sophisticated looks of Oakley and Ray-Ban remain the classic choices.
For fishing or golfing, consider more durable athletic styles that are tailored to your sport; plastic frames that are both lightweight and cheap, make them ideal for a variety of outdoor activities.

Practicality:  what to look for when selecting sunglasses?
Unless you plan to wear your sunglasses at night, you want to select a pair that will provide maximum sun protection.  Look for a pair that blocks 99-100% UVA (UV400) and UVB rays to prevent eye disease.

If you intend to wear your glasses for more involved activities than sunbathing and barbecuing, consider polarised lenses (polarisation helps to reduce the glare of light reflecting off water and roads, increasing visibility) from brands such as Ray Ban, Oakley or Prada.

Creating a wireless network can be relatively simple. However there are a wide range of wireless products available and knowing which product to choose can be a headache.
Wireless networks are cable free, relatively easy to install and mean that you can surf the net from anywhere in your home, even the garden!
However, they are more expensive and are less reliable than wired networks as they are susceptible to radio interference. Performance also diminishes with distance from the access point.

Which type of router do you need?
The wireless router you require will depend on:
•    What do you want to use your computer for and the distance you want your wireless network to cover.
•    Various wireless standards exist and each have their own range and speed limits.
•    What type of internet connection do you have?
•    If you have telephone based broadband (BT, AOL or Tiscali) you will need a wireless modem router.
•    If you have cable based broadband such as Virgin you will need a cable router.

Wireless Standards speeds and coverage:
The standard that your devices support will affect the performance and range of your network.
- Suitable for web surfing
802.11g supports a maximum speed of 54 Mbps, has a range of 400ft and is backwards compatible. Signals are subject to interference from other home appliances.
- Suitable for online gaming
802.11n (draft standard) is more resistant to interference, is backward compatible and supports data rates of over 100 Mbps with a range of up to 1200ft.
- Suitable for high definition streaming
802.11n1 mimo (draft standard) is more expensive but has a maximum 300Mbps transmission rate and a range of 1400ft.

Other tips:
Purchase a wireless Internet router with the same brand as your wireless network adapter.
•    Vendors may optimise communication protocols of their own equipment so you may gain a slightly better performance.

Here are some the most popular wireless routers being searched for on Twenga:
•    Netgear DG834G: from £35 – good all round solution, easy to set up and good signal quality.
•    Belkin N1 Vision: from £65 – latest n standard– slick design and user-friendly.
•    Netgear WGR614: from £28- Excellent 802.11g speed; good range with easy setup.
•    D-LINK Xtreme N Gigabit Router: from £80 – fast with Gigabit LAN ports and the latest wireless security but based on an unfinished wireless spec.
•    Belkin N Wireless Router: from £43 – budget router with latest n standard, easy to set-up.