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    Survey of the week

    By Billy the Ant the 30 June 2010
    30
    Jun

    Are you a festival-lover? Do they make your summer? We at Letsbuyit.co.uk love our summer festivals…what is there not to love? The atmosphere, the people and even the weather are an integral part of our British identity and what could be more fun than winding-down for the summer with your favourite bands.

    This week, therefore, we asked:

    Where do you buy your tickets for summer festivals and concerts?


    Our latest survey at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    Our latest survey at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    - Directly from the organiser’s website.

    - From specialised ticket websites.

    - From the box office.

    - I just turn up and buy them when I get there.


    The survey appears at the bottom right hand side of the homepage. Or click HERE to be taken straight there.

    Now here are the results from last week’s survey:

    Before buying products do you search online for voucher codes and discounts?


    Last week's survey at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    Last week's survey at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    A whopping 56% of you said you always try and get discounts! Looks like we have found some bargain hunters! And where better to seek out a bargain price than on Letsbuyit.com!

    Visit us at Letsbuyit.co.uk for all your price comparison needs and to find the best deals!

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    Festival Fever!

    By Billy the Ant the 29 June 2010
    29
    Jun

    We at Letsbuyit.com have been absolutely spoilt for choice this year with festivals going on all over the UK this summer. We can hardly decide which to go to, with Camp Bestival, Guilfest and Global Gathering going on in July, and Reading, Leeds and V festivals in August!

    To help you get kitted out for whatever festival you have decided on, we at letsbuyit.com have created the ultimate spotlight, with everything you could possibly need to treat your festival fever!

    Take a look below at a few of the products we searched long and hard for to get you ready for the festival season.

    Hunter’s Wellington Boots at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    You could never be properly equipped for the festival season without a sturdy pair of wellies. Luckily, these faux-snake print Carnaby wellies by Hunter are just the right mix of practicality and undiluted style – definitely the wellies to be seen in this summer.

    Batiste Original Dry Shampoo at Letsbuyit.co.uk
    Batiste Original Dry Shampoo at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    Ward away that “I haven’t showered in 3 days” look with Batiste’s Dry Shampoo, an absolute festival essential. We all know exactly what those festival facilities are like, you would probably rather go dirty than brave a shower which is why Batiste Dry Shampoo is a must-have, leaving hair fresh and clean-looking…you know what they say…fake it ‘til you make it!

    Ultimate Festival Kit at letsbuyit.co.uk
    Ultimate Festival Kit at letsbuyit.co.uk

    Grab one of these Ultimate Festival Kits before they fly off the shelves this summer! The Ultimate Festival kit contains every essential you could possibly need to brave a British festival!

    Gelert Zebra quick-pitch tent at letsbuyit.co.uk
    Gelert Zebra quick-pitch tent at letsbuyit.co.uk

    Lastly, but by no means least we have found this Zebra-print tent to keep you dry and bug-free when trying to get your valuable, few hours of sleep once the partying has finished. The Gelert quick pitch tent takes the hassle out of camping. Designed to suit those who are…maybe not the best at self-assembly…the Gelert tent assembles itself leaving you to enjoy the music!

    Visit us at letsbuyit.com for these and plenty more fantastic products to see in the festival season in style!

    Happy Festival!

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    iPhone 4 Launch!

    By Billy the Ant the 24 June 2010
    24
    Jun

    The guys at apple have just released today their newest offering of the iPhone.

    The new iPhone 4 is better than ever, improving greatly on the features of the old iPhone!

    It keeps the basic design of the iPhone but is thinner and sleeker, featuring a 5MP camera on both the front and the back of the phone.

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    The camera on the front and the back allows you chat face to face over wi-fi on the iPhone with their new App called FaceTime, you can even switch back and forth between the two cameras so the person you are talking to can see your face and then switch to what you can see.

    The display is the highest resolution ever with 326 pixels per inch making text and graphics look smooth and continuous at any size.
    You can even shoot your own films in high definition using the new iMovie app for the iPhone4.

    The iPhone 4 will be available soon on LetsBuyIt.co.uk, we can’t wait to get our hands on one!

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    40 Years of Glastonbury Festival!

    By Billy the Ant the 23 June 2010
    23
    Jun

    How quickly time passes, it is already that festival season again!

    Glastonbury 2010 starts today and continues until Sunday 27th July at Worthy Farm in Pilton. Just looking at the line up tells us it is set to be a good one!

    The acts performing include everyone from Dizzee Rascal to Muse, Shakira, Stevie Wonder and Faithless.

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    And not only does it have an amazing line up but Glastonbury is actually celebrating its 40th birthday! The first Glastonbury took place in 1970 where 1,500 people paid £1 to get in (and get free milk).

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    First Glastonbury in 1970

    Glastonbury has progressed a little bit since then and now welcomes the likes of Jay Z to its famous pyramid stage.

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    Jay Z performing at Glastonbury

    Watch out for the rain though! Glastonbury has a tendance to rain every year. The 2005 festival saw a complete wash out and floods in the camping area. However since then the draining and flood relief has been improved!

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    Floods at Glastonbury 2005

    Get yourself ready for the festival season with our range of products at LetsBuyIt.com, kitting you out with everything you will need to tackle the mud!

    Why not hit the festivals in style with these Limited Edition Hunter Wellington Boots in black, perfect for the festival season this summer!

    Hunter Wellington Boots at Letsbuyit.co.uk

    You will definitely be able to find your tent among the crowd with this Regatta patterned tent. It is even easy to put up with its pop-up method.

    Patterned Tent at letsbuyit.co.uk

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    Are you a bargain hunter?

    By Billy the Ant the 22 June 2010
    22
    Jun

    This week we are asking you if you are a bargain hunter. Do you look for the cheapest deals and search online for voucher codes before you buy a product online? Do you only buy when there is an offer on? Or do you think it just takes too much time and effort?
    Let us know by voting in this week’s survey!

    The question is:

    Before buying products do you search online for voucher codes and discounts?

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    • Yes, I always try and get discounts
    • Sometimes, if I know the shop often has offers on
    • No, it takes too long
    • It depends how much money I’m spending

    The survey appears at the bottom right hand side of the homepage. Or click HERE to be taken straight there.

    For now, here are the results from last week.

    Last week we asked:

    What are you buying to help you enjoy the FIFA World Cup 2010?

    And the majority of you (45%) said you would buy the new England football shirts, let’s hope that we get chance to wear them more than a couple of times!

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    In second place was the official World Cup football with 30% of the votes well at least if England don’t manage to go through you can at least recreate your own world cup at home!

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    Wimbledon

    By Billy the Ant the 21 June 2010
    21
    Jun

    Yes, it is that time of year again! From today for the next two weeks Britain will be going tennis crazy as the Wimbledon tennis tournament gets underway.

    Wimbledon this year is from the 21st June – 4th July and promises to be two weeks of nail biting matches. Roger Federer will begin his campaign for his seventh Wimbledon title, but all eyes will be on Murray to see how far he can get in the tournament, and maybe even go on to win it!

    Every year hundreds gather on Henman Hill, which has now been renamed Murray’s Mound in honour of our latest British hopeful, to watch the event unfold.

    This week’s product spotlight is all about kitting you out for Wimbledon, whether it be in full tennis gear so you can join in playing tennis, or with everything you need for watching and listening to the matches.

    Nike Trend Asymmetric Women’s Tennis Shirt

    Tennis Shirt at letsbuyit.co.uk

    Show a bit of shoulder with your powerful serve in the Nike Trend Asymmetric Women’s Tennis Shirt, a modern court design that gives you the edge with ventilated comfort.

    Wimbledon Men’s Championship Towel

    Wimbledon Towel at letsbuyit.co.uk

    Be part of the Wimbledon tournament with this 100% cotton bath sheet-sized towel in the classic green and purple colours of the Wimbledon Lawn Tennis Men’s Championship.

    Prince Pink Tennis Racquet

    Tennis Racquet at letsbuyit.co.uk

    The Prince 03 Hybrid Speedport Pink MP Tennis Racket is ideal for all round advanced players.

    DAB Digital Radio

    DAB Radio at letsbuyit.co.uk

    This digital radio serves as a blast from the past as the casing is reminiscent of those of the olden days! But this classic styling is combined with state-of-the-art DAB technology to let you listen to the Wimbledon tournament loud and clear.

    Union Flag Folding Chair

    Folding Chair at letsbuyit.co.uk

    Sit back and relax in this fun folding chair perfect for watching the tennis on Murray’s Mound or for camping and festivals this summer!

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    Father’s Day

    By Billy the Ant the 20 June 2010
    Category : Uncategorized
    20
    Jun

    LetsBuyIt.com wishes all Dads a very happy Father’s Day!

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    Argos at LetsBuyIt.co.uk

    By Billy the Ant the 18 June 2010
    18
    Jun

    LetsBuyIt.co.uk welcomes Argos as one of its new shops!

    LetsBuyIt.com is always searching for new exciting shops to add to the site and has recently just added Argos.

    Being a bit of an institution in England and offering a fantastic range of products, not only is it a name that you will recognize and trust straight away, but also it gives you a great choice of products online!

    And what is more, until the 23rd July there is an end of catalogue sale with hundreds of half price offers available before the launch of their new catalogue.

    Argos is the largest general good store in the UK primarily displaying their items through their catalogue, but also online. They sell everything from home and garden products to toys and jewellery.

    So grab your chance to buy online at letsbuyit.co.uk and compare Argos with the many other shops we have online.

    LetsBuyIt.co.uk have also recently added a whole host of other new shops for you to try including:

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    E3 Expo Los Angeles

    By Billy the Ant the 16 June 2010
    16
    Jun

    News from the E3 Expo in Los Angeles is that Nintendo are planning to bring out the first ever 3D portable games console!

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    The E3 Expos in Los Angeles is the world’s biggest trade show for computer and video games and related products, it is organised by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA). Although not open to the public, this trade event is where all the biggest names in the business showcase their new and up and coming products.

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    This is therefore where Nintendo has decided to unveil its 3DS. The 3DS will give players a 3D gaming experience in the palm of their hands, and without the need for 3D glasses, and users will even be able to toggle between a 2D and 3D screen. You will also be able to take 3D photos as the device will be equipped with 2 cameras. The only thing is, no one knows when the 3DS will be released or how much it will cost!

    The emphasis is now very much on 3D as Sony is also showcasing its new range of 3D games. Cannot wait to try out gaming in 3D!!!!

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    Microsoft Office 2010

    By Billy the Ant the 15 June 2010
    15
    Jun

    Today sees the launch of the new Microsoft Office 2010. At home, in the office, at school or on the go Microsoft Office 2010 gives you smart, simple, timesaving tools to help you keep up with life that never stops moving.

    There are 3 main packs to choose from, varying in price, to correspond with different user needs, but which one is best for you? We have taken a look at what the three packs have to offer.

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    Office Home and Student 2010

    The cheapest of all the packs is Office Home and Student 2010. This contains easy to use tools to help you express your ideas, solve problems, and simplify everyday projects—from creating schoolwork that stands out to managing home finances—with convenient ways to post and then access documents from virtually any PC. The pack includes fewer programs than the other packs but enough for home use.

    office home and student

    Prices start on LetsBuyIt.co.uk from £81.

    Office Home and Business 2010

    This is the pack which is the next level up. It contains more programs than Office Home and Student 2010 to help small businesses and home users achieve outstanding results.

    home and business

    It has everything from e-mail and scheduling to reports and presentations plus convenient ways to post and then access documents from virtually any PC. Prices start on LetsBuyIt.co.uk from £171

    Office Proffesional 2010

    This pack contains all the tools available to grow your business. This is for businesses and individuals who demand the best as Office Professional 2010 has what you need to communicate, create, and share documents from virtually anywhere. You get top-of-the-line tools and premium customer support for one year so that you can run your business and any project efficiently. This is the most expensive of all the packs but also contains the most tools.

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    Prices start on LetsBuyIt.co.uk from £320

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