We use these grey cartridges in our Canon MP980 for everyday use and they produce excellent results. Also, so far there is nothing to suggest photos printed using these cartridges are any less durable than those using original cartridges. The only time we use Canon cartridges is when my girlfriend who is doing a photography degree needs to do exercises which rely on precise colour calibration based on the characteristics of actual Canon inks. However, for the majority of the time, and most people, these third party cartridges will work well and save them significant amounts of money. Recommended.

This is as the product particulars suggest a pen that is clearly intended for women, although, the barrel is not as slim as some Cross pens I've seen. Being a lacquer rather than metal finish I was concerned that it might seem a bit "plasticky" - that is not the case at all. The pen looks and feels like a quality product - it retracts smoothly by twisting the barrel which is a Cross hallmark. The white lacquer is attractive and has an almost translucent quality to it, plus, the metal fittings are of good quality and complete the look very well. The balance of this pen is good as is the writing quality which is silky smooth I'm told and it comes with a medium black refill. Finally, it comes in an elegant gift box with a protective outer sleeve.

In summary, this pen maintains the quality that Cross is famed for in appearance, performance and presentation, and at a very good price. Recommended.

I am currently doing some work with an organisation which comprises both paid and voluntary staff. One of the big management challenges is the management of the volunteer workforce. I wondered if this book would be helpful in developing managers in their management of volunteers. I'm delighted with this well written and presented text that will help many different types of voluntary organisations to reflect on things they can do to manage their volunteers more effectively. It is written on an A-Z basis covering various topics like leadership, motivation, types of volunteers and reward etc. and also includes some good mini-exercises and illustrations. It is not a heavyweight theoretical textbook, but instead, focuses on the practical and stimulates thought, discussion and debate - even if it does not contain a tailor-made answer to your specific volunteer issue it will give plenty of food for thought without too much reading and assimilation of management theory. I really like and rate this slim, punchy and practical book highly. Recommended.

At this price this two piece screen protector set must be reviewed as a premium product given there are so many options at a much lower price. Also, as another reviewer points out you only get one of each type of protector in the pack so there's no room for error in applying them. However, the two screen protectors are a very good fit on our new Nikon D7100 - one protecting the rear display and the other smaller one protecting the camera settings screen on top.

Fitting the protectors is quite challenging, in particular, the rear screen one - firstly, the two protectors are mounted quite close together on the same sheet of plastic and you have to carefully cut them apart before application. Secondly, with all these screen protector products there is the danger of dust etc. getting onto the adhesive side during application - Martin Fields suggests using a piece of Scotch Tape to remove any obvious specks - this is a good tip that works. Perfect positioning of the protectors is critical because even a slight overlap from the display to the actual camera body means the protector won't stick on that edge and is likely to come off eventually.

The protectors are as optically neutral as any I've seen and they feel hard so should do a good job of resisting scratches but they demand precise fitting, and, of course, there's only one of each in this (expensive) pack. Also, unlike other brands I've used there's no cloth, squeegee card or anything else supplied - some other makes even supply finger protectors to guard against marks when fitting the product.

In summary, a premium "one shot" product without frills but if fitted correctly one that should protect your screens for a long time.

We bought these staples for our Tacwise Z3140L staple/nail gun - staple guns usually require you to use their manufacturer's brand of staples. These 14mm staples work well and are sturdy enough not to bend and firmly tack down trellis panels etc. One box of these staples goes a long way. Also, we've been pleased that despite their length we've had no jams in the gun whilst using them so far. We are now fans of Tacwise guns and staples - they offer excellent quality and value. Recommended.

These battery cases were swiftly delivered and I'm very pleased with them. To get 5 cases for this price is very good value and the quality isn't compromised by the low price. I received two green, two clear and one yellow case which you can link together if you wish using the snap fittings on the side of each box. The cases are easy to open and close and will hold 4 x AA or AAA cells and seem as though they will be very durable. I can't fault these neat battery cases at all. Recommended.

We bought this staple gun to restore a number of cat climbing frames by tacking the sisal that our cat had removed over a couple years. The cat trees are heavy outdoor ones made to order.

Initially we were a bit concerned when this Tacwise gun arrived - despite being billed as a "professional staple/nail tacker" the frame is plastic. However, we need not have worried in use it is strong and capable and we have used it with 14mm staples on both the cat frames and fencing etc. It has performed very well. Additionally, it is easy to load, clear the odd blockage (which is inevitable) and equally at home with nails. However, you should remember that staple guns tend to require their own manufactuers staples to work effectively - so that's another reason to choose Tacwise as they seem to have one of the largest ranges of staples etc. The fact that this tool also came with a staple remover and a selection of staples makes it even better value. Recommended on the basis of easy of use and performance.

This doormat made from recycled tyres is really well crafted and you wouldn't recognise the main material used to construct it. This is an ideal mat for a tough outdoor environment because it's heavy and hardwearing - it feels as though it will last for years. The thing I most like about it is that unlike a coir doormat it won't get waterlogged and start rotting because it allows the water to drain away. Also, the surface of the mat is such that it is quite good for scraping mud etc. off boots/shoes and it can just be hosed down if needs be. This mat is also less utilitarian looking than some and the size (75 x 45cm) seems just right. All of this and it's made from recycled tyres - that just has to be a win win for all concerned! Recommended.

This is a very neat DAB/FM radio with a few tricks up its sleeve. It also features two message memory banks where you can record and leave a message for other occupants of your home - very useful in a world where family members are passing ships in the night. It is suitable for a kitchen, bedroom or living area. As I see it these are the other pros and cons of this set;

Pros

- A nicely styled and constructed radio which delivers really good sound for its size. I live near the Sussex Coast where DAB reception is difficult for my HiFi tuner but not it seems for this Roberts DAB radio which pulls in about a dozen DAB stations and plenty on FM too using only the modest write antenna supplied.
- The volume is good and can be cranked almost all the way up before distortion sets in and has that "signature" mellow Roberts tone.
- Settings for alarms etc. are quite logical and have their own large, clear buttons on the top panel.
- Ten presets each on DAB and FM bands plus a nice clear backlit display for tuning, RDS data, time and date etc.
- Mains or battery powered using 4 X C Size cells - inserting batteries seems to give the resilience to mains failure for the alarm settings etc. It uses a separate mains adaptor.
- Headphone, auxiliary input and USB upgrade sockets.
- Clear indication of waiting message(s).
- Because of the vertical design it has a small footprint and the underside is rubberised to prevent scratching furniture.

Cons

- Slightly complex controls for some functions - the backlight for the clock/tuning display are controlled in an entirely different way to the "Moonlight" which illuminates the port underneath the radio and dials etc. As this issue appears to cause so much confusion in other reviews on this page here's the detail -

Display backlight dimmer

There are seven brightness levels and an almost off 'night-time' setting.
1. In order to adapt the intensity of the display to suit the ambient room
lighting, press the Backlight button to select the dimmer and moon
light LED brightness.
The backlight level will change at the same time so that you can see
the effect of each setting.

Moonlight feature

The moonlight feature may be set to be either on or off.
1. Press and hold the Menu button.
2. Rotate the Tuning/Select control until 'MOON LED' appears on the
display.
3. Press and release the Tuning/Select control to enter the menu.
4. Rotate the Tuning/Select control to select either 'ON' or 'OFF'
5. Press and release the Tuning/Select control to confirm the setting.

Overall, especially given that this radio sells now for nearly half its original price, it offers a novel but well executed design, messaging and alarm facilities together with quality sound in a distinctive package. Recommended.

In this pack from Amazon you get 3 x 3Kg bags of Iams Dry New Zealand Lamb and Chicken Adult Cat food - don't be misled by the reference only to the lamb on the page header. At the time of writing I couldn't benchmark the price of this more "exotic" flavour with my local store as it only stocks a couple varieties in the 3Kg size of which this isn't one. However, there is the convenience that with Amazon the product is delivered to your door (however, I appreciate the issues raised by one reviewer about the green aspects of this).

Our cat, Pepper, is a fussy (and fussed) 5 year old tabby. We feed him a combination of foods including wet cat food in pouches, fresh fish/prawns as a treat and dry food. This variety of Iams dry food is a new to Pepper but he is used to the chicken variety which we leave out permanently for him.

I know there are lots of arguments around the virtues of wet versus dry cat food as well as debate around whether cats should be given fresh fish etc. but I don't feel qualified to make anything other than an intuitive judgement that a variety of food seems best. However, this Iams dried food seems to be balanced and contain a whole load of vitamins and nutrients, plus, it can remain in the bowl even on a hot day without going off or smelling the kitchen out like wet foods tend to. Also, despite being dry it seems quite rich with a surprisingly appetising smell plus it comes from a world class and trusted brand. Finally, it passes the ultimate test in that Pepper, despite his fastidious nature seems to relish it even though this particular flavour is new to him. We have also installed a Drinkwell Water Fountain so he also has access to fresh water to accompany this food.

One point I would make is that especially with the 3Kg size of pack, you really need to store the food in an airtight container as otherwise it will become a bit moist, and, I imagine potentially stale.

In summary, this Iams food is from a world class brand, it gives the impression of quality in texture, smell and nutritional analysis and passes the ultimate test of being readily consumed by a fastidious cat. It also represents good value for money delivered to your door. What more could you ask? - Recommended.