Review: Capcom’s Street Fighter II Championship Cabinet from Arcade1Up

It’s time to review Capcom’s Street Fighter II Championship Cabinet from Arcade1Up.

Ready to FIGHT? Perfect for when your friends are over, the two-player joystick/button configuration brings the Street Fighter ll Champion Edition arcade experience into your home or office. Street Fighter ll Champion Edition is a mix of combat, skill and strategy. It’s important to know when to block, jump, grapple, punch or kick your opponent. Fight against the computer or your friends, and perfect your own fighting style by mixing in creative combinations.

The Street Fighter Cabinet includes the following games:

  • Street Fighter II Championship Edition
  • Super Street Fighter II The New Challengers
  • Super Street Fighter II Turbo

Specification

  • Classic upright “Cabinet” design
  • 3 Games in 1 (Street Fighter ll Champion Edition, Street Fighter ll The New Challengers, Street Fighter ll Turbo)
  • Upgraded 17″ Color LCD screen
  • Real feel arcade controls
  • Original Artwork
  • Coinless operation
  • Volume control
  • On Screen Game Selection Menu
  • Plugs into an AC outlet

Size specs

  • Dimensions: 45.8 H” x 22.75 D” x 19 W”
  • Weight: 58.5 lbs

Arcade1Up machines stand at just under 4ft, each housing different classic arcade games, which come with immersive full-color hi-resolution displays and sounds. The cabinets also resemble the classic arcade joystick and button configuration you remember. Additional add-ons include a stool and riser– fully equipping users for endless hours of gaming!

Final Thoughts

As a kid I spent hours upon hours in arcades playing on different machines, feeding in my 10p’s (yes, I am that old that the machines were 10p a go) and watching other people play when my money ran out.

I’ve always wanted my own arcade machine at home and Arcade1Up provide just that – an arcade machine for your home. These are 3/4 scale replica copies of the original arcade cabinets, although if you add the optional riser they become full size. They include all the original artwork, authentic controls (depending on your chosen machine) and come with multiple titles.

In the case of this review, we were provided with Capcom’s Street Fighter II Championship Cabinet which has three different Street Fighter II games built-in.

The moment I switched on the machine I was instantly transported back to my childhood and those arcades. The look, the feel, the controls, the graphics, the sounds, it was all there in front of me again, only this time I didn’t need any 10p’s!

The games are a perfect replica of those original arcade games and Arcade1Up have done a fantastic job of recreating not only the cabinet, but also the feeling I got as a kid – so well done Arcade1Up!

If you have the space and you want your very own arcade cabinet at home, then you should take a look at the range of arcade cabinets from Arcade1Up, you won’t be disappointed. I wonder which one I might get next!

Capcom’s Street Fighter II Championship Cabinet is available now priced at £349 without the optional riser.

You can learn more from the Arcade1Up.com website where you can also check out all the other cool retro arcade machines.

Review: Landrover Defender – Classic Pedal Powered Car from Kids@Play

With Christmas fast approaching, we review the Landrover Defender – Classic Pedal Powered Car from Kids@Play.

This is how Toys@Play describe it:

“Toys you aspire to own – this is the pedal Landrover Defender finished in the original Landrover blue with cream wheels. A joy to work on and based on the kids reaction a joy to drive in! Significant time and effort has gone into recreating this iconic vehicle in miniature for budding adventurers to drive.”

Features

  • Pedal Power with anti-slip pedals
  • Official licence with Land Rover
  • For use indoors and out
  • Comfortable seat
  • Pretend wing mirrors

Specification

H 54 x W 51 x D 100cm

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

The Landrover Defender comes in a  good size box and needs assembling. Thankfully that process only takes about 20 minutes or so as all the major part are already fitted together. You just need to fit the wheels, the seat, the steering wheel, the front window and mirrors.

Everything you need to do that is included in the box with the exception of a screwdriver, there’s even a tool to tighten the wheel nuts in there!

There are two levers in the car – one that controls the brake, and another that controls the type of movement. The peddles are easy to use and have a non-slip coating to make them easier to handle.

The steering works well and it’s an all round joy to drive (so I was told!). You can use it inside or outside, the choice is yours.

The Landrover Defender totally looks the part and will bring hours of joy to your child and hopefully hours of quiet to you – this is a must have Christmas present! I only wish I had one when I was a child!

The Landrover Defender – Classic Pedal Powered Car from Kids@Play is available now priced at £199.99.

You can learn more from the Kids@Play website and check out some of their other cool toys and gifts.

Two Minute Spoiler Free Review: Spider-Man: Far From Home

It’s time for our short spoiler free review of Spider-Man: Far From Home.

Tom Holland returns as everyone’s favorite web-slinger in SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME, the next chapter after Spider-Man: Homecoming. Our friendly neighborhood wall-crawler decides to join his best friends Ned, MJ, and the rest of the gang on a European vacation. However, Peter’s plans to leave super heroics behind for a few weeks are quickly scrapped when he begrudgingly agrees to help Nick Fury uncover the mystery of several elemental creature attacks! Spider-Man and Mysterio (Jake Gyllenhaal) join forces to fight the havoc unleashed across the continent but all is not as it seems.

SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME stars Tom Holland (Spider – Man: Homecoming) as Peter Parker, Samuel L. Jackson (Spider – Man: Homecoming) as Nick Fury, Jon Favreau (The Lion King) as  Happy Hogan, Zendaya (“Euphoria”) as MJ, and Jake Gyllenhaal (Nightcrawler) as Mysterio.

The Blu-ray, DVD, Digital Download, and 4K Ultra HD release arrives filled with bonus materials for the whole family including a special short, alternate and extended scenes, gag reels and Easter Eggs! Additional special features include Teachers’ Travel Tips with Mr. Harrington and Mr. Dell and interviews with the cast and crew focused on stunts and location in The Jump Off and  Far, FAR, From Home. Explore how Spider-Man was introduced in the MCU in Stepping Up and get a closer look at the special chemistry between Jon Watts and Tom Holland in It Takes Two. Fans will want to dive into The Ginter-Riva Effect, Thank You, Mrs. Parker and Now You See Me features for more character focused details. The 4K Ultra HD also features Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos audio.

In terms of the review, I really don’t want to say much as it’s supposed to be a spoiler free review. You really need to have seen Avengers: End Game and it would also help to have seen Captain Marvel as this movie takes place after the events of Avengers.

I really enjoyed Spider-Man: Far From Home even more than I enjoyed Homecoming. Tom Holland really has made the character his own, and he is my favourite Spider-Man, bringing that right amount of humour, vulnerability and action. And I’m really happy that Marvel and Sony have sorted their issues out because this movie really sets up the next one!

If you are Marvel fan, a Spidey fan or you just want to watch an enjoyable fun action packed movie, then Spider-Man: Far From Home is just what you are looking for.

SPIDER-MAN: FAR FROM HOME is available to own now on Digital Download, on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD.

Review: Creative Outlier Gold Wireless In-Ear Headphones

It’s time for our review of the Outlier Gold Wireless In-Ear Headphones from Creative.

The Creative website describes the Outlier Gold as follows:

“With a battery life that surpasses even the Outlier Air, Creative Outlier Gold boasts an incredible 39 hours at 14 hours playtime per charge. It is also fitted with graphene driver diaphragm and Bluetooth 5.0 with aptX and AAC audio for detailed, well-balanced audio reproduction. Experience a whole new level of immersion with spatialized Super X-Fi audio, activated by Software Super X-Fi.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the Outlier Gold in-ear headphones, manual, carry / charging case, different size ear bud tips and a USB cable.

A Closer Look

Super X-Fi

The Software Super X-Fi Processing Technology unlocks Super X-Fi headphone holography for local audio and music files through Bluetooth. By activating the SXFI App wirelessly on your mobile with the Outlier Gold, you can transform the SXFI App into a Super X-Fi MP3 player and enjoy cinematic audio even while on the go!

Installing the software is easy – just grab it from the app store of your choice.

Once you have configured the software you can play back your music from the app.

Just tap the Super X-Fi button to activate it.

Final Thoughts

The first thing you need to do is charge the headphones – they sit in their protective box (which is also the charging box) and you connect the cable to a power source. On the side of the charging box there are a number of lights showing the status of the charge, and which headphone is charging.

Creative claim that you can get 39 hours of use – this is split down by 14 hours when you first take them out of the charging box (when fully charged) and then an additional two full charges without having to connect the box back to a power supply. I found this to be a fairly accurate claim and there was no point that they suddenly ran out of power or I didn’t have enough power left in the box to recharge them. That said, it’s wise to charge the box (and the headphones) whenever you get an opportunity so that you don’t run out!

In terms of connecting them to a device that was very simple. What you do is connect either the left or the right headphone to your device via Bluetooth, and then once that has connected the other headphone pairs automatically with the other. It does look strange on your Bluetooth device list to see them listed as either L or R but it works fine.

Fitting the headphones are very simple – although they don’t quite block out a lot of noise around you, this is mainly due to the tips, so you might want to consider getting better tips for them. I actually found the tips that came with the headphones to not actually be that comfortable over extended periods, but when I replaced them it was fine. So really it’s going to be down to personal preference along with your specific ears as well!

Controlling various functions with the headphones were easy although there were occasions I had to press quite hard, which isn’t great when they are in your ears.

The microphone works very well, according to the people I called, just make sure to adjust the position in your ears.

You can use them with both Siri and Alexa, and that also works very well.

The Super X-Fi software was an interesting addition – setting up the app was easy – mapping your ears was a little more complicated and required the assistance of someone else. Once that was done it was really easy to use – just choose your locally stored music and either tap the button to switch it on or not.

All in all the Creative Outlier Gold In-Ear Headphones are a great set of wireless in-ear headphones coupled with Super X-FI, if you get a chance to test them for yourself you should, you never know, you might just buy a pair.

The Creative Outlier Gold In-Ear Headphones are available now priced around £94.99.

You can learn more from the Creative website.

Review: 70mai Car Jump Starter

Here we review the 70mai Jump Starter for your car.

Specifications

– 600A peak current & 11,100mAh battery capacity: Jump start a 3.0L vehicle up to 40times on a single charge
– Eight intelligent functions to ensure users’safety & protect the unit from damage
– Designed for 12V vehicles with up to 4.0L gas, 2.0L diesel engines Cars, SUV, motorcycles, trucks & more
– Equipped with 5V/2.4A TYPE-C Output, to charge your smartphone, tablet or other electronic devices.

Who are 70mai?

From their website:

“Founded in 2016, 70mai is a Mi ecosystem company focusing on smart car electronics.
In 2018, more than 10 million 70mai dash cams were sold to 92 countries around the world.  70mai aims to show the maximum potential of vehicle intelligent products, providing safe, comfortable and networked driving experience to the world.”

What’s in the box?

The box contains the jump starter, cables, manual and a carry bag.

A Closer Look

Final Thoughts

Sometimes the battery in your car will stop working – there are many reasons this could happen. It’s happened to me, it’s probably happened to you at some point. When this happens you have a number of options – get a jump start from another car, have a large battery booster or call someone out. These are all valid options, but now you can also carry the 70mai Jump Starter around and use that.

The 70mai Jump Starter is about the size of a large smart phone. Charging it is as simple as connecting it to a power source. Using it is just as simple – you connect the cables to the  jump starter, the clamps to the battery terminals and then just start the car – it’s as simple as that.

70mai say that a single charge can start a 3.0L vehicle up to 40 times!

There is also an LED on the device which can you can use when the circumstances call for it – there’s also an SOS feature too!

You can also charge your smartphone or other devices from the jump starter too – just make sure that you recharge it afterwards.

This is a great little addition to your car – carry it around just in case, hopefully you will never need it, but if you ever do, it’s there to help you!

The 70mai Jump Starter is available now priced around $99 but is available today at around $52.99.

A Closer Look at Ice Spyro Phone and Controller Holder from Cable Guys

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We take a closer look at the Ice Spyro Phone and Controller Holder from Cable Guys.

Meet Spyro the ice cool cheat code version of the protagonist. It’s the ideal gadget for gaming fans and collectors.

With Spyro’s striking ice blue hair and vibrant purple skin, it will look the part in any gamers room. At 8 inches tall, Spyro Ice cheat cold collectable charges and holds smartphones, gaming controllers and even holds TV remotes. Don’t worry Spyro won’t free any dragons in your home.

A Closer Look

The Cable Guy Spyro Ice Holder costs £19.99 from Zavvi.

Disney Frozen 2 Singing Anna Fashion Doll with Music Wearing a Purple Dress from Hasbro

With Christmas just around the corner, and with Frozen 2 now in cinemas, we take a look at the Singing Anna Fashion Doll with Music Wearing a Purple Dress from Hasbro.

In Disney’s Frozen 2, Anna’s unwavering optimism and perseverance are tested on a journey far from home. She must learn to stand strong even when it feels impossible, and do the next right thing. This Singing Anna doll has long red hair and comes with a sequel-inspired outfit! Press the button on the musical Anna doll’s bodice to hear a snippet of “The Next Right Thing,” an original song from the Frozen 2 movie. When your kid presses the button, the Anna doll’s dress also lights up to imagine a magical scene with a Frozen fan favorite! The Anna toy’s outfit is a beautiful black dress with purple-pink accents and removable boots. Also look for the Singing Elsa doll inspired by Disney’s Frozen 2 to sing along to songs featured in the movie while imagining scenes with Arendelle’s   sister duo!

BEAUTIFUL SINGING ANNA DOLL: A popular character from the Disney Frozen movies, this Anna doll has long red hair worn down
• SINGS SONG FROM FROZEN 2: Press the button on her bodice to hear the Anna doll sing “The Next Right Thing” from the Disney Frozen 2 movie
• OUTFIT LIGHTS UP: This musical Anna doll is wearing her purple and black dress inspired by the one featured in the Disney Frozen 2 movie that lights up when kids press her bodice button
• FOR KIDS AGES 3 AND UP: Young fans of the Disney Frozen movies will love this musical Anna toy as a birthday gift or holiday present to play out scenes or create their own

Disney Frozen 2 Singing Anna Fashion Doll with Music Wearing a Purple Dress from Hasbro is available now priced around £19.99.

Have you seen Frozen 2 yet? Let us know what you think of it by leaving a comment below.

Disney Frozen 2 Singing Elsa Fashion Doll with Music Wearing Blue Dress from Hasbro

With Christmas just around the corner, and with Frozen 2 now in cinemas, we take a look at the Singing Elsa Fashion Doll with Music Wearing Blue Dress from Hasbro.

In Disney’s Frozen 2, an ancient magic reawakens, and Elsa journeys far from home, testing her powers and discovering who she’s meant to be. This Singing Elsa doll has long blonde braided hair and comes with a Frozen 2-inspired outfit! Press the button on the musical Elsa doll’s bodice to hear a snippet of “Into the Unknown,” an original song from the Frozen 2 movie. When your kid presses the button, the Elsa doll’s dress also lights up to imagine a magical scene with a Frozen fan favorite! The Elsa toy’s outfit is a beautiful blue ombre with removable boots. Also look for the Singing Anna doll inspired by Disney Frozen 2 to sing along to songs featured in the movie while imagining scenes with Arendelle’s favourite sister duo!

BEAUTIFUL SINGING ELSA DOLL: The beloved heroine from the Disney Frozen movies, this Elsa doll has long blonde hair styled in a braid
• SINGS SONG FROM FROZEN 2: Press the button on her bodice to hear the Elsa doll sing “Into the Unknown” from the Disney Frozen 2 movie
• OUTFIT LIGHTS UP: This musical Elsa doll is wearing her light blue dress inspired by the one featured in the Disney Frozen 2 movie that lights up when kids press her bodice button
• FOR KIDS AGES 3 AND UP: Young fans of the Disney Frozen movies will love this musical Elsa toy as a birthday gift or holiday present to play out scenes or create their own

Disney Frozen 2 Singing Elsa Fashion Doll with Music Wearing Blue Dress from Hasbro is available now priced around £19.99.

Have you seen Frozen 2 yet? Let us know what you think of it by leaving a comment below.

Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Fashion Doll and Nokk Figure from Hasbro

With Christmas just around the corner, and with Frozen 2 now in cinemas, we take a look at the Elsa Fashion Doll and Nokk Figure from Hasbro.

On her epic adventure in Disney’s Frozen 2, Elsa meets the Nokk, a mythical water spirit whose strength rivals her own.

Kids can recreate scenes from the Disney Frozen 2 movie with this classic Elsa doll and Nokk figure, a character she meets on her epic journey far beyond Arendelle. The Elsa doll has her recognizable long blond hair twisted into a braid, and she is wearing a light blue knee-length movie-inspired outfit. The Nokk figure is inspired by the Disney Frozen 2 movie. Give this Elsa doll and Nokk figure as a holiday gift or birthday present for kids ages 3 and up who love to explore the magical world of Arendelle and beyond!

ELSA FROM THE DISNEY FROZEN MOVIES: A popular character from the Disney Frozen movies, this classic Elsa doll is wearing an outfit inspired by the one seen in the Disney Frozen 2 movie
• INTRODUCING THE NOKK: Featured in the Disney Frozen 2 movie, the Nokk figure represents the mythical water spirit character
• LIGHT BLUE MOVIE-INSPIRED OUTFIT: The Elsa doll’s beautiful light blue outfit is a knee-length version of her dress from the movie Disney Frozen 2
• LONG BLONDE HAIR: Your child will love to play with the Elsa doll’s long blonde hair, fashioned in a twisted braid
• FOR KIDS 3 YEARS OLD AND UP: Fans of the Disney Frozen movies will love this Elsa and Nokk toy as a birthday gift or holiday present to play out scenes or create their own

Disney Frozen 2 Elsa Fashion Doll and Nokk Figure from Hasbro is available now priced around £30.

Have you seen Frozen 2 yet? Let us know what you think of it by leaving a comment below.

Win a Monster Jam Deluxe Dirt Set and 4 trucks

We’ve got a Monster Jam Deluxe Dirt Set and 4 trucks set to give away.

Bring home the Monster Jam fun with the all-new Monster Dirt Arena Playset! This set includes 907.2 g of official Monster Dirt to bring the rough and rugged Monster Jam conditions to life!

Inspired by real-life stadiums, the Monster Dirt Arena measures 61 cm wide and allows kids to create endless race and freestyle courses, just like they see in official Monster Jam events.

Make a grand entrance in one of the four entry gates, then race it, jump it or crash it! Then do it again! Imaginations run wild alongside the included 1:64 scale Max-D official Monster Jam truck!

Build your own course and use the included Monster Dirt tools to make mountainous Monster Jam jumps! PLUS, this playset integrates with other Monster Jam ramps and playsets so you can build your course any way you want!

How to enter to win

We have a Monster Jam Deluxe Dirt Set and 4 trucks set worth £29.99 to give away.

For your chance to win simply enter below:

Win a Monster Jam Deluxe Dirt Set and 4 trucks

The closing date is 12.00am on 8th December 2019.

This contest is only open to those in the UK – sorry!



First Official Trailer for Doctor Who Series 12!

It is hard to imagine that the last we saw of Doctor Who was January 1st 2019 just before the show vanished for 12 months, and I am expecting now that the BBC has started to trickle some new about guest stars for the upcoming series, that it will be revealed that the new series will start from New Years Day 2020.

But, until that theory is confirmed, today we finally have the first Official trailer for the next series and just from this very short trailer, it is very clear that a lot of the feedback from Jodie Whittaker’s 13th Doctor and Chris Chibnal’s first series of Doctor Who as show-runner, has been listened too with some classic enemies returning and the slight hint of an overall story arc with The Doctor Sensing that something is coming for her….

So watch the new trailer and let us know what you think!

Doctor Who. Coming early 2020.

A Closer Look at the Sorcerer Mickey Funko Pop

Let’s have a closer look at the Sorcerer Mickey Funko Pop from Pop in a Box.

Get excited Disney fans because Funko have joined in the “90 Years of Mickey Mouse” celebrations with the release of an incredible new wave of Mickey Mouse 90th Anniversary Pop! Vinyl Figures, which includes this incredible Fantasia Sorcerer Mickey Movie Moments Pop! Vinyl Figure!

If you are a true Disney fan you will know this amazing scene is from the 1940 hit Fantasia!

First created in 1928 at Walt Disney studios, Mickey Mouse is an anthropomorphic mouse who typically wears red shorts, large yellow shoes, and white gloves, and is one of the world’s most recognisable characters as the mascot of Disney.

This Limited Edition Pop! showcases that iconic moment in Fantasia where Sorcerer Mickey stands upon a rock as waves comes crashing.

An absolute must for any true Disney collection!

Pop In A Box also have lots of other great Pop’s at great prices – you should take a look!

Doctor Who Reveals New Series 12 Poster and First Episode News

Doctor Who fans have been teased in the last few days as news is starting to trickle out about series 12 (since reboot). Starting with the announcement that British TV icons Stephen Fry and Sir Lenny Henry CBE will both appear in the series opener when the TARDIS lands once more, with Jodie Whittaker reprising her role as the Thirteenth Doctor. Armed with a wealth of acting, comedy and writing credentials both are more than equipped to come face to face with the Time Lord and her friends, but will they be friend or foe remains to be seen…

Speaking ahead of his Doctor Who appearance, Stephen Fry says: “Short of being picked for a British space exploration programme and I readily concede that I’m past the age where I’d be considered (if I was ever the right age for such a posting) – then being in an episode of Doctor Who will certainly do as a very sweet second-place excitement.”

Sir Lenny Henry CBE says: “It was absolutely brilliant to be welcomed into the fantastical world of Doctor Who. The nearest I have been to the TARDIS was when I played the Caribbean Doctor in the Lenny Henry Show, so as a life-long (hiding behind the sofa type) Doctor Who fan this is a very special moment for me.”

Chris Chibnall, Showrunner, says: “Doctor Who is coming back with a bang – with two great British icons in major roles. One of the great joys of Doctor Who is getting to work with actors from your wish list. Stephen and Lenny are two of my absolute favourite actors – and to be able to bring them into Doctor Who, in one of our biggest ever stories to kick off the new series, is an absolute thrill.”

Along side this news came the reveal of the new series 12 poster for the show. Although not confirmed yet by the BBC, it is being reported that the new series will follow how Jodie’s time as the 13th Doctor by the new series kicking off on New Years day 2020, so again no Christmas Special and yet to see if the New Years Day episode will be a special or just a series opener:

Jodie Whittaker will reprise her role as the Thirteenth Doctor alongside Tosin Cole (Ryan) Mandip Gill (Yaz) and Bradley Walsh (Graham) who are all returning for their second series.

Chris Chibnall returns as Showrunner with Matt Strevens as Executive Producer.

Pokemon Sword and Shield Celebrate Selling More than Six Million Copies Worldwide

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Nintendo of America announced that after selling more than 6 million units worldwide during launch weekend, the Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield games are among the fastest-selling Nintendo Switch games of all time. Additionally, the games sold just over 2 million copies in the first two days in the U.S., making it the highest-grossing launch of any Pokémon game.

“This past weekend, millions of people began their Pokémon journeys through the new Galar region,” said Nick Chavez, Nintendo of America’s Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “With such a momentous launch, Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield have proven to be two of the must-have games this holiday season.”

Games in the core Pokémon RPG series have sold more than 240 million units worldwide since launching with the Pokémon Red Version and Pokémon Blue Version games in 1996.

In Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, players embark on a journey through the Galar region, where they’ll catch, battle and trade a variety of Pokémon, meet a memorable cast of characters and unravel the mystery behind the Legendary Pokémon Zacian and Zamazenta. In the Wild Area, which stretches between the Galar region’s different towns and cities, players will explore a vast expanse of untamed wilderness that’s full of Pokémon to battle and catch. By teaming up with three other players locally or online in the new multiplayer co-op Max Raid Battles, players will face off against gigantic and super-strong Pokémon known as Dynamax Pokémon.

For more information about Pokémon Sword and Pokémon Shield, visit https://swordshield.pokemon.com/en-us/.

Remember that Nintendo Switch features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/.