iPad mini or Nexus 7? Tablets to dominate Christmas shopping as PC market struggles

 

It doesn't exactly come as the shock of the century, but shoppers are set to spurn purchases of traditional PC devices in favour of more interactive toys this holiday season, according to the latest research.

A PriceGrabber survey has revealed that 59 per cent of consumers would prefer to receive a tablet as a festive gift, and iconic US manufacturer Apple unsurprisingly ranks at the top of the collective wish list: nearly two-thirds of respondents (63 per cent) proffered that their preferred present would be a third or fourth-generation iPad, with a further 24 per cent saying that they were hoping for an iPad mini.

The Samsung Series 9 S27B970D review

Samsung has been producing slick looking monitors for years, and its latest effort, the Samsung Series 9 S27B970D continues to impress. With edge-to-edge glass, chrome accents, and a unique base, this 27in monitor is a beauty to behold whether it's on or off. More importantly, it delivers outstanding colour and light greyscale quality, deep blacks, and wide viewing angles. However, its £730 price tag will give most users a good case of wallet shock.