I was in Xtravision this evening spending money as usual when I spotted this new product It's a mobile phone designed for kids. The idea behind it is probably very attractive from a parent's perspective (I'm not one, so I can't speak personally) but I wonder how well it will do. From their blurb: Many parents are reluctant to give young children mobile phones because they … [Read more...] about Kid Safe Mobile?
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Irish Weather Goes Mad
I'm down in Cork this weekend, as I have to collect a cat (don't ask!). I was down here last weekend as well to attend the Miss Ireland finals. Last Sunday's drive back to Carlow was very "interesting", as there were monsoon-like showers of rain that resulted in flash floods - aquaplaning might be more fun if I'd come prepared. I'm now trying to look out the window of my … [Read more...] about Irish Weather Goes Mad
Survey Design
I'm signed up to several online survey services. In theory I get rewards if I complete the surveys, however more often than not I can't provide correct answers. Why? Because the survey designers don't seem to think things through. This evening's survey from an Irish company gave me three options for my city of residence. As I don't live in any of the three I would have chosen … [Read more...] about Survey Design
Best Credit Card Option?
Following on my little "adventure" I've been thinking about credit card options. From what I have been able to gather none of the "normal" credit cards come with any option for emergency replacements. American Express, however, does seem to offer this service: We will issue a replacement Card usually within 24hours. If you are travelling abroad and wish to have a Card sent to … [Read more...] about Best Credit Card Option?
How to Screw Up Your Holiday
Yesterday morning I became yet another statistic. I was pick pocketed on the Paris Metro. My wallet, which contained my credit cards, Laser, cash and various other bits and pieces, was stolen. So I spent a good part of yesterday hanging around Parisian police stations. I was able to cancel all of my cards fairly quickly - hats off to the AIB call centre staff - they're very … [Read more...] about How to Screw Up Your Holiday