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7dayshop.com 
• www.7dayshop.com
Headers: Photography, Flash Memory, Inkjet Items, Batteries & Power, CD DVD, Computing, PC & Laptop Memory, Audio Visual, Outdoors, Mobile Phone Accessories
One of the top few sites for bargains if you are looking for any of the above items. Especially competitive for photography, batteries and inkjet cartridges. Although 7dayshop is based in the Channel Islands, all prices quoted are fully inclusive of VAT for UK customers - no other duties or taxes are payable.
Amazon.co.uk
• www.amazon.co.uk
Headers: Books, Electronics & Photo, Music, DVD, Video, Software, PC & Video Games, Home & Garden, Toys & Games
Although associated mostly with books of which they have a huge stock, covering nearly all subjects, Amazon now sells virtually everything. And their prices are surprisingly good. The electrical goods, for example, are very competitively priced. The site is very easy to navigate and there are also a huge selection of useful, and usually well written reviews for products. You can also search for goods available in the auction department plus you can get good deals from the many used items sold at Amazon.
• Special Features: 30 returns policy.
• Free Delivery on most orders >£15
Argos
• www.argos.co.uk
Headers: Furniture, Homewares, Household Appliances, Sound & Vision, Office PC & Phone, Photography, Sports & Leisure, DIY Garden & Pets, Toys & Games, Baby, Personal Care, Jewellery & Watches
The retail giant Argos sells an enormous range of (mostly) household goods and usually at very competitive prices. Also, they very often have sales on, so its always worth while checking out the website if you can't get down to your nearest store - I know we've managed to get some good bargains in the past! The site is fast loading and easy to navigate. Argos was founded in 1973 and now has over 500 stores throughout the UK and Ireland. Argos is headquartered in Stafford.
• Special Features: Free 16 returns days policy for non faulty items. Either return to your nearest store or they will collect free of charge. You can also set up gift lists with Argos for weddings, anniversaries etc.
Cameras2u
• www.cameras2u.com
Headers: Digital Compact, Digital SLR, Film SLR, Printers, Scanners, Camcorders, Memory, Binoculars, Camera Accessories, Printer Accessories, Digital Accessories, Camcorder Accessories
Huge range of photographic products in all categories and at very competitive prices plus some even better deals in the clearance section. Cameras2U is based in Leicester.
• Special Features: 14 day returns policy. Also, you are entered for a free prize draw if you register for their mailing list. Prizes typically a digital camera.
• Free Delivery on orders >£100
Dixons
• www.dixons.co.uk
Headers: TV + DVD, Kitchen, Phot, Sat Nav, Games, Audio, Computing, Fitness, Household, Gadgets
Although the Dixons High Street stores have been re-branded as Curry's Digital, the Dixons brand continues to trade online. (Currys, Dixons and PC World amongst others are part of the same electrical retail group, DSG Retail Limited). Thousands of products from binoculars to mp3 players, from global positioning systems to recordable DVD players, not to mention a huge range of kitchen appliances. Fast, no fuss, secure online shopping.
• Special Features: Price Match promise. Finance options available.
• Installation Service: Available for large kitchen appliances and TVs. Removal service also available.
Special Offers: See special offers for the latest Dixons Promo Codes
Empire Direct
• www.empiredirect.co.uk
Headers: TVS, DVD & VCR, Audio & Hi Fi, Home & Kitchen, Camcorders & Cameras, Computing & Games, Mobiles & Telephones, In Car Systems, Heath & Leisure, Accessories & Media
Online electrical superstore where you can buy the latest top brand electrical goods at discount prices. Excellent easy to use site and they have a lot of choice in every area. Empire Direct is based in Roundhay Road, Leeds.
• Special Features: Low Price Guarantee - If you find any of their products advertised and in stock and immediately available at Comet, Currys, Dixons, Argos, John Lewis's or Tesco.com, they guarantee to beat that price by 5% (inc delivery costs). Does not include mobile phonesm DVDs, console games. Also, credit facilities are available.
Jessops
• www.jessops.com
Headers: Cameras, Camcorders, Printers & Scanners, Memory Cards, Accessories, Flat Screen TVs
Jessops is a leading specialist photographic retailer, offering a huge range of cameras and camera accessories as well as a large range of other products such as binoculars and printers. In fact they have a product range of 20,000 and you can find all your camera needs here. The books section has over 150 specialist books and the ink cartridge section covers all the main makes of printer. If you register with Jessops, you will have access to their Members Area whixh includes technical articles and buying guides. Jessops has over 240 stores in the UK.
• Special Features: Collect @ Store allows customers the option to order online and, if the product is in stock, collect at store within an hour of placing the order, or 48 hours later if the product is out of stock.
• Free Delivery on orders >£100
Magellan´s International Travel Inc
• www.magellans.co.uk
Headers: Appliances, Auto Travel, Clothing For Men, Clothing For Women, Footwear, Games & Gifts, Health, In Flight Comfort, Luggage, Maps & Books, Optics & Photography, Packing Aids, Phone & Electric Connectivity, Picnic Gear, Rain Gear, Reading & Writing, Safety & Security, Toiletries & Kits, Totes, Purses & Billfolds, Translators & Converters
Founded originally in 1989 as a mail order company selling travel accessories, Magellan's subsequently opened their retail store in Santa Barbara, and now sell online to countries all over the world. The products are high quality and the clothes are chosen with travelling in mind. The site contains lots of travel information and advice. Goods are despatched from within the UK.
Maplin Electronics
• www.maplin.co.uk
Headers: Blank Media, Cables, Components, Computers, Home & Office, In Car, Outdoor Leisure, Sound & vision, Tools & Service, Toys & Kits
Audio, video, electronic and computer products, components and accessories, all available online. Especially good for components and more obscure electronic bits and bobs. Plenty of gadgets and gizmos also. You can order the famous Maplin catalogue online, either in paper form or on cd. Maplin currently has 75 retail stores throughout the UK and Ireland.
• Free Delivery on orders >£35
Microglobe
• www.microglobe.co.uk
Headers: Digital Cameras, Film Cameras, Accessories, Bags and Cases, Binoculars, Exposure Meters, Filters, Flash, Lenses, Memory Cards, Projection/Viewer, Scopes, Tripods/Supports
Photography website with a wide range of cameras and camera accessories, including a very good range of top brand lenses, plus binoculars, microscopes and telescopes. Microglobe is based in Oxford Street, London.
OtherLand
• www.otherlandtoys.co.uk
Headers: Gift Ideas, RC Toys, Gadgets, Games, Discovery, Collectables, Outdoors 
Weird games, electronic gizmos, whacky executive gadgets, also the 'discovery store' has some nice scientific and educational activity items from a gold plated micro-stirling hot air engine to a 3D space projector. Lots of Lord of the rings stuff and usefully a battery shop where you can buy extra batteries for all of their items. Otherland Toys Ltd, Lee Valley Technopark, Unit 101, Ashley Road, Tottenham, London, N17 9LN.
• International Delivery Available
Pixmania UK
• www.pixmania.co.uk
Headers: Camera, Camcorder, TV Video, IT Product, Sound, Telephony, Consumable
Pixmania offers a very wide range of electronic equipment, with a special emphasis on photography, including digital and film cameras plus accessories. You can use their digital prints service to get your photos printed, and this includes a 15 print free trial offer. Pixmania is part of the Fotovista Group which has a presence in 15 countries.
Popcorn
• www.popcorn-uk.com
Headers: Video, Audio, Television, For the Home, For the Kitchen, Personal Care, Home Office, Telescopes, Binoculars, Security, Phones, Photo
Based in Rochester, Kent, Popcorn offers a very nice selection of gadgets plus some superb Meade and Bresser telescopes. The security section is very good and includes CCTV, burglar alarms, security VCR, cameras and sensors. In addition there is a very good selection of TVs, MP3 players, cordless telephones plus a small computing section. Oh, and you get free popcorn with every order!
Prezzybox
• www prezzybox.com
Headers: Gadgets, Fun Things, For Him, For Her, Kids Stuff, Home & Living, Garden & Outdoor, Experience Days
Zappy site full of 1000's of gifts and gadgets at very competitive prices. If you look our price challenge page you will see that Prezzybox often take first place. especially for larger items such as Pool Tables. There is also a useful Gift Wizard if you are struglling on what to buy. Member of the Which Web Trader's Association.
• Free Delivery on orders >£40
• Special Offers: Prezzybox has offered us a £5 discount off every order over £20 for our readers. Just enter the code EASYTORECALL at the checkout.
Ready to Leave
• www.readytoleave.com
Headers: Backpacking, Beach Holiday, Business Travel, City Break, Camping, Music Festival, Road Trip, Trekking
Travel accessories for whatever type of holiday or trip you have in mind plus a very good range of tents and camping equipment. Everything from hammocks to laptop accessories! Ready to Leave is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of camping equipment, travel accessories and backpacking gear, offering most major brands such as Antler, Aztec, Bridgedale, Gerber, Leatherman, Lifeventure, Lonely Planet and more. And even if you don't buy from here, if you click on your holiday type, you get a readymade check list so you don't forget anything important!
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