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If the video game industry can teach us anything, it's that in entertainment no idea is ever truly dead. As new systems and consoles have emerged over the decades, we've seen countless rebirths of old games,...

One of the most overlooked tech headlines in 2016 so far was the announcement that Apple would be releasing a so-called ‘budget smartphone’ - the Apple iPhone SE. This compact device aims to retake some...

If you’re a gadget fan, now is the time to embrace seasonal change and invest in some summer gizmos. Whether you’re king of the grill, or you’re eager to impress at a special occasion, we’ve got you...

Mobile phone technology has progressed at an astonishing rate and now people use them for many aspects of their lives – from working to playing music and games. These are five great 2016 gaming phones for...

As a dad, having the perfect car to drive your family around in is essential. It needs to be safe, reliable and spacious enough to carry everyone inside. Here are the cars to consider if you’re a parent...

Do you love nothing more than relaxing with a good computer game during your free time? Have you purchased all the latest games consoles to ensure you’re never left without something to do? Then you probably...

 So it’s up to you to do what you can to make sure everyone has an excellent time of things. The way to do this is to plan and execute the perfect holiday experience for everyone. This is going to involve...

Movie nights in the Garstang household have two variations. The first is family movie night and the second is for parents only. After a recent movie night when the family and I snuggled in for a early evening...

Looking for the perfect gift for your children this Christmas? It’s getting close to deadline day, so I thought I would give you some handy tips. There’s something here for all budgets, so take a look and...

Now that we're in November, we'll be thinking about what gifts to get people for Christmas. In particular, many of us will be wondering what could make perfect presents for our dads, brothers or...

As a family, we are huge fans of personalised photo gifts. Every Christmas we create a 50+ page photo book, that serves as our family album for the year. We also create smaller books for extended family and...

If you're struggling to figure out what to get your dad for a special occasion, you've come to the right place. As a parent myself, I know what fathers want. Here's a hint - it's not socks. Men like all manner...

It can be notoriously difficult to buy gifts for men. There always seem to be fewer options for them, and they have everything need! But there are great ideas out there, and here are some of them for each...

As you and your family grow up, you always wish you had taken more snaps. There is nothing better than coming across a few family pictures and enjoying a nostalgic night in. Do you remember when this happened?...

Every daddy geek has responsibilities. Responsibilities to family, to friends and to work and it's hard to find time to fit everything in. Being organised is key to using your time efficiently. For me, my...

We almost convince ourselves that a Jaguar sports car is a good idea. You begin to convince yourself that you can fit the kids in the back of a Ferrari. Trust us, you can’t! And you’ll get the silent...

As a parent, it’s often difficult to match my love of gadgets with raising children. I can’t help but fall in love with video games and the newest iPad. Children always like to follow and copy their...

Moving into a new home is an exciting prospect. But your new house doesn’t become a home overnight, it takes time and effort to reach that point. But if you work at it and give your family time to settle in,...

After recently enjoying the CBeebies Proms, my daughter decided that she would like to play the violin. This filled me with dread. Out of all the instruments in an orchestra, the violin must be the worst when...

There has been a lot of talk recently about the huge amount of misogyny in the technology sector. It seems that any time a female comes out with a good idea, a point of view, or even just a comment, they are...

Every dad in the world knows how difficult it can be to plan a kids' party. Aside from the fact that you have to look after twenty to thirty children for the day, you need to make sure that everybody has loads...

If your partner is due to give birth during the next few months, her friends are probably in the process of arranging a baby shower. Up until recently, those events were strictly for women. The menfolk had no...

When you become a daddy for the first time, it can be terrifying. Loads of guys find the idea of having to look after a child scary. No matter how much you think you have prepared yourself, there will be some...

When you have something you need to discuss with your children, it can be difficult. Usually, you are the role of authority in the house. What you say goes and your children have to listen to and respect your...

Keeping your children entertained and interested on a daily basis can be tricky. In winter, this can be even more difficult due to the rain. Children crave stimulation, so they need things to occupy them and...