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Scottish Sun
6 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Aldi shoppers rush to buy no-effort gadget that's £500 less than pricey version – it's perfect for cleaning your home
GRASS IS GREENER Aldi shoppers rush to buy no-effort gadget that's £500 less than pricey version – it's perfect for cleaning your home Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) ALDI shoppers have been flocking to stores to get their hands on a robot vacuum cleaner that is £500 cheaper than Samsung's version. The handy gadget is part of the shop's new Life Hacks range, which sweeps and mops floors at the flick of the switch. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Aldi's robot vacuum sweeps and mops the floors, so you don't have to Credit: Aldi The Ambiano Robot Vacuum hit stores on July 13 and has a price tag of just £99.99, which is a far cheaper alternative to the Samsung Jet Bot vacuum, which is scanning for an eye-watering £665. The vacuum can be scheduled to run at any time, meaning it can scrub your floors whilst you're at work or even whilst you're sleeping. It features a three-stage suction adjustment, is app-controlled and comes with a free one-year warranty. One customer shared a photo of their purchase on Aldi UK Shoppers Facebook page and sent other users into a spin. In the caption they wrote: "Go in for dishwasher tablets and come out with this." One wrote: "I got one and I love it. Linked up to my Alexa, I can tell it to clean my floor when I'm on my way home and it takes itself home. I absolutely love it. And it mops the floors too!" "This looks great, so many great items in Aldi," another added. A third wrote: "I need one of these at the moment." "Ace!" said a fourth, whilst another added: "It's great for smooth tiled floors." Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down It comes with an app-controlled system, which is compatible with Google, Alexa and Siri - making it super easy to programme, even on the busiest of days. Robot vacuum cleaners are basically little AI-powered hockey pucks on a mission to tackle your dirty floors while you put your feet up – but there's some proper clever tech making it all happen. These nifty gadgets use a combination of sensors, motors and clever software to navigate around your home without faceplanting down the stairs or getting hopelessly tangled in your phone charger. It's the ultimate cleaning hack. Most robot vacs start by creating a digital map of your home – think of it as the robot getting its bearings. Using sensors (and in pricier models, cameras or lasers), it builds a virtual floorplan of your space, noting where furniture sits and which areas to avoid. The actual cleaning happens thanks to spinning brushes that sweep dirt toward the centre, where powerful motors create suction to pull everything into an onboard dustbin. Aldi isn't the only store helping to make household smart devices more affordable, Lidl launched a robotic lawnmower for just £199. The Parkside Robot Lawnmower is almost identical to the Bosch Indego S 500 Cordless Robotic Lawnmower , which is listed for £609 from B&Q. The Lidl buy is designed for use on lawns up to 500-square metres and comes with a powerful 20V Li-lon battery. It also has a brushless motor, means it is less likely to suffer wear and tear. It needs to be charged for an hour to deliver 45 minutes of mowing time. Aldi recommends that shoppers pop to their local store to check what's in stock. You can find your closest on the store locator. 2 The gadget is £500 cheaper than the leading brand Credit: Getty
The Sun
6 hours ago
- Business
- The Sun
Aldi shoppers rush to buy no-effort gadget that's £500 less than pricey version – it's perfect for cleaning your home
ALDI shoppers have been flocking to stores to get their hands on a robot vacuum cleaner that is £500 cheaper than Samsung's version. The handy gadget is part of the shop's new Life Hacks range, which sweeps and mops floors at the flick of the switch. 2 The Ambiano Robot Vacuum hit stores on July 13 and has a price tag of just £99.99, which is a far cheaper alternative to the Samsung Jet Bot vacuum, which is scanning for an eye-watering £665. The vacuum can be scheduled to run at any time, meaning it can scrub your floors whilst you're at work or even whilst you're sleeping. It features a three-stage suction adjustment, is app-controlled and comes with a free one-year warranty. One customer shared a photo of their purchase on Aldi UK Shoppers Facebook page and sent other users into a spin. In the caption they wrote: "Go in for dishwasher tablets and come out with this." One wrote: "I got one and I love it. Linked up to my Alexa, I can tell it to clean my floor when I'm on my way home and it takes itself home. I absolutely love it. And it mops the floors too!" "This looks great, so many great items in Aldi," another added. A third wrote: "I need one of these at the moment." "Ace!" said a fourth, whilst another added: "It's great for smooth tiled floors." Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down It comes with an app-controlled system, which is compatible with Google, Alexa and Siri - making it super easy to programme, even on the busiest of days. Robot vacuum cleaners are basically little AI-powered hockey pucks on a mission to tackle your dirty floors while you put your feet up – but there's some proper clever tech making it all happen. These nifty gadgets use a combination of sensors, motors and clever software to navigate around your home without faceplanting down the stairs or getting hopelessly tangled in your phone charger. It's the ultimate cleaning hack. Most robot vacs start by creating a digital map of your home – think of it as the robot getting its bearings. Using sensors (and in pricier models, cameras or lasers), it builds a virtual floorplan of your space, noting where furniture sits and which areas to avoid. The actual cleaning happens thanks to spinning brushes that sweep dirt toward the centre, where powerful motors create suction to pull everything into an onboard dustbin. Aldi isn't the only store helping to make household smart devices more affordable, Lidl launched a robotic lawnmower for just £199. The Parkside Robot Lawnmower is almost identical to the Bosch Indego S 500 Cordless Robotic Lawnmower, which is listed for £609 from B&Q. The Lidl buy is designed for use on lawns up to 500-square metres and comes with a powerful 20V Li-lon battery. It also has a brushless motor, means it is less likely to suffer wear and tear. It needs to be charged for an hour to deliver 45 minutes of mowing time. Aldi recommends that shoppers pop to their local store to check what's in stock. You can find your closest on the store locator. 2 When to bag yellow sticker bargains Aldi: Look for red stickers near closing time, offering up to 75% off perishable items and 30% off damaged packaging goods. Asda: Discounts happen twice daily, in the morning and evening. Early risers can find fresh produce for as low as 10p. Lidl: Price cuts occur first thing in the morning and before closing. Use the Lidl Plus app for additional weekly promotions. Marks and Spencer: Reductions often occur near closing time. Monthly in-store offers and combo deals, like the £12 Dine In for Two, provide extra savings. Morrisons: Yellow sticker discounts appear throughout the day. Register for a More Card to get specific day-based discounts, like 20% off fish on Fridays. Sainsbury's: No set discount times; look for yellow 'reduced' stickers. Register for Nectar prices for nearly 50% off weekly offers. Tesco: No fixed discount times. Check the "mark-down section" in 300 stores for reduced-price items like salads, bread, and meat.
Scottish Sun
7 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
I'm a gardening expert – here's the post-heatwave flowers you need to plant now to inject vibrant, seasonal colour
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AFTER a scorching weekend, the recent cooler and wetter weather will come as a a welcome relief – especially for keen gardeners. The turn in conditions give us a perfect opportunity to revive outdoor spaces that have been left looking dull, brown and lifeless by the dry conditions. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Rudbeckias bring warm, golden yellow blooms 2 Emma gave her top tips And it's the perfect time for gardens to come alive with colour. The experts say with just a few standout plants, even the smallest yards can feel refreshed and full of life. Emma Fell, Head of Horticulture at Hillier Garden Centres, has shared her top picks for injecting vibrant, seasonal colour – from bold dahlias to cheerful rudbeckias. Whether you're working with a small patio or a full garden bed, these low-effort selections are ideal for bringing gardens back to life. Dahlia These pretty flowers are celebrated for their impressive, sculptural blooms that come in an extensive palette of colours and forms. Emma said: "From delicate pastels to fiery reds and oranges, their versatility makes them an excellent choice for creating impact. They thrive best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. "Regular watering and deadheading will encourage continuous flowering, often lasting from midsummer right through to the first frost. Their striking presence makes them ideal for borders or large containers.' Garvinea These blooms bring the same joyful daisy-like blooms and vivid colours as traditional gerbera, but with the added benefit of improved hardiness, the experts say. Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down Emma explains: "Unlike typical gerbera, which are often treated as tender bedding or indoor plants, Garvinea are bred to be more robust – able to withstand cooler UK temperatures and even light frosts. "Available in vibrant shades of pink, red, orange and yellow, they flower prolifically from spring through to autumn. "Ideal for borders, containers or cut flower displays, they thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, with regular feeding and watering to keep the blooms coming.' Impatiens Also known as Busy Lizzies, they are a top choice for shaded areas where many flowering plants struggle. The expert says: "Their abundant blooms in shades of pink, red, white and purple provide much-needed vibrancy to darker corners of your garden. "These plants prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil (in full shade they will be reduced in flowering). "Because of their shade tolerance and ease of care, they're perfect for brightening patios, balconies and shaded garden beds.' Geraniums Bedding geraniums are a staple for summer colour due to their robust nature and prolific blooming. Emma says: "Offering bright, cheerful flowers in reds, pinks, whites and purples, these plants are drought-tolerant once established and perform well in full sun to partial shade. "Their versatility makes them ideal for edging beds, containers or hanging baskets, providing reliable colour throughout the warmer months." Rudbeckia These flowers bring warm, golden yellow blooms with dark centres that add a striking contrast to any planting scheme. And they flower from midsummer into autumn. The garden guru added: "They are excellent for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. "Rudbeckias prefer full sun and well-drained soil, making them low maintenance yet highly effective plants for summer colour."
The Irish Sun
7 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I'm a gardening expert – here's the post-heatwave flowers you need to plant now to inject vibrant, seasonal colour
AFTER a scorching weekend, the recent cooler and wetter weather will come as a a welcome relief – especially for keen gardeners. The turn in conditions give us a perfect opportunity to revive outdoor spaces that have been left looking dull, brown and lifeless by the dry conditions. Advertisement 2 Rudbeckias bring warm, golden yellow blooms 2 Emma gave her top tips And it's the perfect time for gardens to come alive with colour. The experts say with just a few standout plants, even the smallest yards can feel refreshed and full of life. Emma Fell, Head of Horticulture at Whether you're working with a small patio or a full garden bed, these low-effort selections are ideal for bringing gardens back to life. Advertisement READ MORE IN FABULOUS Dahlia These pretty flowers are celebrated for their impressive, sculptural blooms that come in an extensive palette of colours and forms. Emma said: "From delicate pastels to fiery reds and oranges, their versatility makes them an excellent choice for creating impact. They thrive best in full sun with well-drained, fertile soil. "Regular watering and deadheading will encourage continuous flowering, often lasting from midsummer right through to the first frost. Their striking presence makes them ideal for borders or large containers.' Garvinea These blooms bring the same joyful daisy-like blooms and vivid colours as traditional gerbera, but with the added benefit of improved hardiness, the experts say. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Wake up to a weed-free lawn for months thanks to Aldi's £10 gadget that pulls them out without bending or kneeling down Emma explains: "Unlike typical gerbera, which are often treated as tender bedding or indoor plants, Garvinea are bred to be more robust – able to withstand cooler UK temperatures and even light frosts. "Available in vibrant shades of pink , red, orange and yellow, they flower prolifically from spring through to autumn. "Ideal for borders, containers or cut flower displays, they thrive in full sun and well-drained soil, with regular feeding and watering to keep the blooms coming.' Impatiens Also known as Busy Lizzies, they are a top choice for shaded areas where many flowering plants struggle. Advertisement The expert says: "Their abundant blooms in shades of pink, red, white and purple provide much-needed vibrancy to darker corners of your garden. "These plants prefer partial shade and moist, well-drained soil (in full shade they will be reduced in flowering). "Because of their shade tolerance and ease of care, they're perfect for brightening patios, balconies and shaded garden beds.' Advertisement Geraniums Bedding geraniums are a staple for summer colour due to their robust nature and prolific blooming. Emma says: "Offering bright, cheerful flowers in reds, pinks, whites and purples, these plants are drought-tolerant once established and perform well in full sun to partial shade. "Their versatility makes them ideal for edging beds, containers or hanging baskets, providing reliable colour throughout the warmer months." Rudbeckia These flowers bring warm, golden yellow blooms with dark centres that add a striking contrast to any planting scheme. And they flower from midsummer into autumn. Advertisement The garden guru added: "They are excellent for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. "Rudbeckias prefer full sun and well-drained soil, making them low maintenance yet highly effective plants for summer colour."
Scottish Sun
8 hours ago
- Lifestyle
- Scottish Sun
Every Middle of Lidl bargain landing this week – including anti-allergy bedding & long-blooming flowers for just £1.99
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LIDL shoppers are in for a treat this week with a variety of bargains hitting the middle aisle. From plants and children's toys to bathroom buys and hardware, you can grab everything you need in one go. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 5 Lidl shoppers can pick up a variety of indoor and outdoor plants from the middle aisle this week Credit: LIDL Lidl customers will be able to get their hands on savvy deals, with new buys launching every Thursday and Sunday. Green-fingered shopers can pick up a variety of indoor and outdoor plants this summer. Designed to be low maintenance, this decor item will "add serenity" to your home. Meanwhile, you can fill out your flower beds with bedding plants for just £1.99 or a dianthus for the same price. You can also attract bees and other pollinators to your garden with a £4.99 lavender. There are a variety of other items on offer, with all plant buys set to hit shelves on Thursday, July 17. Children's toys 5 You can pick up a swing set for just £54.99 from the middle aisle this week Credit: LIDL You can also grab deals on a variety of kid's toys, including a Portable Basketball Hoop for £39.99 and a Triple Swing Set for £54.99. And shoppers can choose from a football, basketball, or volleyball, all available for £5.99 each. For indoor days, there are a collection of puzzle, activity, and colouring books available, from £1.29. All these items hit the middle aisle on Thursday, July 17. Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel Home buys 5 A personal hair weaver will also be available from the middle aisle for just £14.99 Credit: LIDL You can pick up a range of home gadgets, including a Singer Sewing Machine for just £99.99 and a Silvercrest Personal Care Hair Waver for £14.99. The sewing machine will be available from Thursday, July 17, while the bathroom buys won't hit shelves until Sunday, July 20. Other bathroom gadgets include a Silvercrest Personal Care Ionic Hair Dryer for just £9.99, Oral-B Electric Toothbrushes for £39.99, and Silvercrest Personal Care Facial Hair Remover for just £7.99. Car and hardware buys 5 You can pick up a variety of hardware items and car tools from the Lidl middle aisle this week Credit: LIDL Lidl shoppers can also nab a Parkside Car Polisher Spot Repair for just £29.99 and an Ultimate Speed Mini-Compressor for £12.99, both available from Thursday, July 17. Meanwhile, a variety of Parkside gadgets are also hitting the middle aisle on Sunday, July 20. Why do Aldi and Lidl have such fast checkouts IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff. Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals. It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers. Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process. It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock. The Parkside Wet & Dry Vacuum Cleaner will be available for just £54.99, while a 46-piece Parkside Ratchet Set is listed for £9.99. Bedding 5 Lidl's new bedding range include anti-allergy items, such as mattress and pillow protectors Credit: LIDL And Lidl shoppers will also be able to pick up a variety of allergy-friendly bedding. This includes a two-pack of Slumberdown Anti-Allergy Pillow Protectors for just £4.99, a Single Slumberdown Anti-Allergy Mattress Protector, also available for £4.99. These bedding buys along with some others will land in the middle aisle on Sunday, July 20. More Lidl offers Plus, a viral tan from Lidl has proven to be a fan favourite this summer season. And the retailer also offers significant savings on your favourite summer rosé. Lidl also has a 55p caffeine drink that fans say could rival the likes of Starbucks.
