The Patrona iPhone wallet wins for four very good reasons. First, it's available in a fine assortment of colours and patterns, including orange leather, which matches Dork Adore's logo and is therefore welcome in our hearts Second, it stores three of your cards so that you can head out for an … [Read more...]
Three tribes go to TERMINUS… The Walking Dead S4E15 – Dork Review
Don’t worry, The Walking Dead doesn’t kill off any more kids this week. Perhaps feeling guilty over the heights of grim they scaled last week, it’s another comparatively upbeat, adventuresome effort. Rick and Michonne even smile. Not to mention: it’s the penultimate one before the finale, so the … [Read more...]
Think The Walking Dead isn’t miserable enough? Relief has arrived! S4E14 – Dork Review
In recent weeks, The Walking Dead has changed its formula in two interesting ways. First up, we’ve had a string of slow, character driven episodes, and although they might be a bit much sequentially, most of them have been individually okay. Secondly, we’ve seen signs of hope and humanity among the … [Read more...]
The Holiday Is Over – Agents of SHIELD S1E11 – Dork Review
After a three month UK hiatus, Agent Coulson (Clark Gregg) and his friends are back... and the holiday is most definitely over. Last time around, we left Coulson's life in the balance and at the mercy of flower girl Raina (Ruth Negga). Will we finally find out the truth about Coulson's … [Read more...]
Drinking alone in the woods – A Walking Dead special! S4E13 – Dork Review
Well, The Walking Dead is sure earning the Walking part of its title this time out, isn’t it? Another episode, another small subset of the cast meandering through the forest towards the mysterious TERMINUS and taking the opportunity to do characterisation. This week’s dialogue monkeys: Daryl … [Read more...]
Review: Ultimate Ears Boom bluetooth speaker
I'm something of an audiophile, so it took me ages to settle on the Bluetooth speaker I actually wanted to buy. After all, this was going to be my boom-box, digital radio and shower companion all in one, so it had to be a good all-rounder. Research done, I was all set to go for a Bose model on the … [Read more...]
My favourite time-saving tips for new mothers
When I had my first child I couldn't understand how I would ever leave the house before midday again. Then I had my second child and wondered what the bloody hell we were playing at. Now we have to stop ourselves from getting to places before they're open. A few of my friends have had babies … [Read more...]
The Hour of Code – An awesome introduction to coding
The Hour of Code (UK site here) was introduced in December 2013 to give kids and people who weren't so hot on coding a window into its process. Code.org, the non-profit running the Hour, wants to introduce coding to schools in particular and highlight the changes set to take place in the UK … [Read more...]
Geeky accessories on Etsy – Fashion Round-up
If you want to accessorize your favourite outfit with a bit of geektastic bling, look no further than good old Etsy to find the right accessory for you. Whether it's a statement necklace with a Cthulhu pendant, or a pair of silver plated Legen dary cufflinks that would make Barney Stinson himself … [Read more...]
Ready for the Floral: Fashion Week A/W 2014 trends in tech
London and Paris Fashion Weeks have been showcasing the new direction for clothing trends for the autumn/winter 2014 season, and while we might be hoping to pull on some more sun-friendly gear in coming months, our gadgets can quite happily rock the cold weather looks all year round. Bold florals … [Read more...]
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