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  Husqvarna Aspire H50-P4A hedge trimmer (productReview)
  Corded electric hedge trimmers can be a right faff to use, especially if your hedging is a good distance from a power socket. Not only that, but as you try and manoeuvre the trimmer there's always a risk you could snag the lead and kill the trimmer dead.  That's where cordless electric trimmers like this Husqvarna Aspire H50-P4A come in. Without the restrictions of a cable, cordless hedge trimmers are much more versatility and easier to use - how many times have you put off trimming your hedge because you can't be bothered to set everything up?
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  Review: Garmin Instinct 2 Dezl Edition (productReview)
  Of course, this’ll drop with regular GPS activity, but we found it to comfortably last more than a week between top-ups. It’s charged via Garmin’s standard USB lead, which you can plug easily into the kind of USB socket you'll find in your car or truck cab. Should I buy one? We can't help but feel that some of the truck-driving features of the Dezl Edition are a little gimmicky, but there's a lot going for the regular Garmin Instinct 2.
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  Cycling Accessory of the Year shortlist (Article)
  The obvious use is for tying your bike to fences and the like, but use your imagination and it's also good for securing your bike to car roof racks, attaching your bag to a chair or even fixing a dog lead to a drainpipe. The Z Lok has its limits, after all, it'll never be as secure as a more expensive bike lock. But for occasional use, it's really very good. It's light and easy to transport - and very versatile, with a range of uses that are only limited by your imagination.
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  Review: Moshi Ionbank 5K powerbank (productReview)
  It's straightforward to charge thanks to the built-in USB cable while the other cable is a Lightning connector. There's no Android or USB C equivalent, but there is an extra USB port for whatever lead you have, although that kind of defeats the object of the 'no extra cables needed' design. The Moshi is useful in that you can charge the power bank up while also using it to charge your phone.
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  Review: Snuggly Rascals kids headphones (productReview)
  Fasten the velcro at the back and your small person can happily sit and watch CBeebies till their heart's content. A simple but effective idea. The sound is limited to 85dB for little ears, the lead is 1.5 metres long and the headband itself is designed for heads between 38cm and 58cm.

  Review: Aukey DR02 dash cam (productReview)
  Transferring the files off the Aukey should be possible in two ways. The simplest should be by using the USB cable that otherwise acts as the charging lead. However, we were unable to get it to simply act as a storage unit, and instead, the laptop simply acted as a power source, which meant the camera started recording footage, rather than allowing us to take the existing films off.
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  Auction house profile: The Market (Article)
  .  Remember, we have no buyer’s commission which means that the seller receives 95% of the buyer’s ‘cheque’. This is market-leading and a huge difference compared to established auction houses. On a £50,000 sale price, The Market usually returns more than £8500 more. See how much you save by using our commission calculator here: https://themarket.co.uk/save .
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  Top 10: Cycling accessories (Article)
  The obvious use is for tying your bike to fences and the like, but use your imagination and it's also good for securing your bike to car roof racks, attaching your bag to a chair or even fixing a dog lead to a drainpipe. The Z Lok has its limits, after all, it'll never be as secure as a more expensive bike lock. But for occasional use, it's really very good. It's light and easy to transport - and very versatile, with a range of uses that are only limited by your imagination.
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  Review: Karcher LMO 18-33 cordless mower (productReview)
  Press the central button on the handle in combination with a pull of one of the power handles and the Karcher LMO 18-33 springs into life. Without any leads to avoid, it's pretty easy progress cutting a moderately sized lawn and can be used singlehandedly. It's also pretty quiet - something that should help keep the neighbours happy on a Sunday afternoon. 
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  Top 10: Christmas Tree Lights (Article)
  ANSIO 100 LED Warm White Tree Lights A more expensive option from Ansio but still a sold bargain, this 100-LED set of lights is mains powered but comes with lots of additional features as a result. The lights themselves run along a 10m cable with an additional 3m of power lead, and there are eight display modes with a memory function to suit every situation as well as being suitable for indoor and outdoor use. JnDee String Fairly Lights The big plus with these lights from JnDee is the multitude of options available.
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  Review: Philips DVT4010 VoiceTracer (productReview)
  The microphones (usually the most vulnerable part of a dictaphone) are protected by two additional metal caps. The built-in battery is recharged via a supplied micro USB lead that also makes it easy to connect the unit to a computer so you can boost the battery and transfer audio files for transcription. With 8GB of built-in memory, it's unlikely that anyone will run out of storage with this device capable of recording 88 days of audio. 
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  Review: Oxford Stormex motorcycle cover CV330 (productReview)
  The interior also helps stop condensation forming so moisture doesn't sit between your motorbike and the cover, leading to paint chafing. On the front pocket of the cover, you've got a transparent PVC panel that can hold a solar panel charger. There's a second rear transparent panel, which is ideal for making sure your reg plate is visible, but there's an internal 'curtain' that enables it to be covered as well.
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  Review: CTEK MXS 5.0 12v battery charger (productReview)
  Luckily, the latest generation of smart battery chargers are on hand to solve this problem. Swedish manufacturer CTEK leads the way in this field, with its range of fit and forget devices. What’s it like?
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  Review: Yamaha YS125 (productReview)
  What is it? When it comes to low-cost commuting, Yamaha has been one of the leading lights with its 125cc motorcycles. And the YS125 is a very considered development on this theme rather than a revolution in design. Why such a cautious approach? Simple really. The previous YBR125 was a huge seller and found more than 55,000 willing buyers during its dozen-year spell on the new price list between 2005 and 2017.
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  Review: Nonda Aiko Finder (productReview)
  How the Aiko differs from the Tile is that it's rechargeable rather than being a sealed unit. Inside is a tiny lithium-ion battery that you charge with the micro-USB lead - and each charge will last you around four weeks. To make sure the Aiko doesn't go flat, the app on your phone will let you know when the battery is low.  The makers of Tile suggest you replace a Mate after 12 months (they offer a discount on replacements as part of the ReTile scheme) but with the Aiko you have no such worries, although obviously the rechargeable battery won't last forever.
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  Review: Thule Gauntlet 3.0 Attaché (productReview)
  As well as space for a 13-inch laptop, the bag has two deep pockets, with storage for power leads and computer accessories. There are also lots of snap shut pockets, large enough for pens, notebooks and tape measures. Like the laptop compartment, the pockets can also be secured by a Velcro strap, which means you don't have to worry about the contents falling out when you open the bag.
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  Review: Rewire Security Spytrack Nano tracker (productReview)
  On that basis, it’s very cost effective when you consider that prices for car tracking by Tracker (the UK’s leading company in that field) currently start at £249. The Nano retails at about £50 on Amazon. That strikes us as a good price for something that does its job in a very effective, fully featured way – albeit you also need to pay for a data subscription.
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  How to buy and sell a classic car through Historics at Brooklands (Article)
  This unique service is available through our partner, Classic & Sports Finance, the UK’s leading classic car finance specialist. Can insurance on a purchased car be arranged on the day of the auction? Yes - to make it as convenient as possible for buyers, Historics offer on-the-spot insurance at all our auctions in conjunction with partner, Lancaster Insurance, which attends every sale in person.
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  Used Buying Guide: Volkswagen Amarok 2011-2019 16 Jun 2025 (News)
  That’ll be much less on vehicles working in dusty or dirty areas, so check it regularly, as failure can lead to the need for a costly replacement engine. If the CV joints are worn, you’ll be looking at around £120 a side, again, with the nature of the off-road ability the Amarok offers it worth checking these regularly.
• GARAGE SERVICING: How can I find a reputable garage  to service or repair my car? (FAQs)
  But whatever you do when applying this blag, make sure the car has no genuine major fault which would lead it to fail the test. Punters will almost always be so relieved that their car has got through its MOT, they won't mind paying for £50 to £100 worth of repairs to get it through the test. But if the car needs major work, you won't get away with a package of minor add-ons.