Latest news with #summerEssentials
The Sun
20-05-2025
- Business
- The Sun
Amazon shoppers rush to buy this £130 JBL speaker called ‘perfect for summer' – on sale for £74
NO barbecue or beach day is complete without the perfect soundtrack, and I've found the ideal speaker for the job. Right now, shoppers are racing to grab the JBL Flip 6 on Amazon, where it's been slashed from £129.99 to just £74.20. JBL Flip 6 Portable Speaker, £129.99 £74.20 BUY FROM AMAZON I spotted this gem climbing its way up Amazon's best selling portable speakers list, and the healthy saving is clearly driving its popularity. JBL is a household name in audio, known for its reliable, high-quality sound, and this model is among its best. The JBL Flip 6 isn't cheap though; it'll usually set you back around £130, so to nab it for less than £75 is a bargain. With over 1,000 purchases in the last month alone and an impressive 4.7-star rating, it's a summer essential shoppers are sold on. I haven't tested the Flip 6 myself, but having tried its successor, the Flip 7, I can confidently say JBL knows how to make a speaker sound great. The Flip 6 shares many of the same features that make the newer model a hit, so you can expect solid performance without splashing out a fortune. It can deliver bold, powerful audio with a two-way system that handles deep bass and crisp highs beautifully, but it's also built to keep up with your outdoor lifestyle. You won't have to stress about splashes or sand ruining your speaker, as its IP67 waterproof and dustproof design means you can bring it pretty much anywhere. With up to 12 hours of playtime on a single charge, it's ideal to chuck in your bag and have on hand for long days out or weekend trips. The real deal clincher here is grabbing a trusted brand like JBL for under £100, that's a serious win, especially when it packs such impressive audio and durability. Shoppers agree, with over 3,500 five-star reviews singing its praises. One reviewer applauded the speaker, saying, 'Great sound for its size and good battery life. And being waterproof too, it makes for the perfect summer speaker.' Another highlighted the bass, praising it as 'punchy and powerful, adding a vibrant energy to every track' without distorting at higher volumes. A third couldn't get over the battery life, saying, 'I have never got even close to draining it, even after days of usage.' Last week, I also came across an impressive saving on another essential item for on the go. A £23 Anker portable charger was down to just £8, making it a handy backup to keep your speaker going when it's running low.
The Independent
15-05-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Marks & Spencer begins to restock shelves as retailer continues to battle cyber attack
Marks & Spencer grocery shelves are gradually being restocked after a cyberattack disrupted the retailer's systems and left some stores with bare aisles. While the company continues to grapple with the technical fallout, M&S has confirmed it is well-stocked with summer essentials, including barbecue, deli, and picnic items. The cyber incident, which began on April 25th, forced M&S to take some of its systems offline, impacting product availability and leading to empty shelves in certain stores. Shoppers encountered signs apologising for the disruption and explaining the technical issues affecting stock. The retailer's website and app remain unavailable for orders as efforts to resolve the problem continue. Stores have remained open, however, and it has still been receiving deliveries from suppliers. A spokeswoman for M&S said on Thursday: 'In chilled areas of our stores, customers can buy what they need, while in our grocery departments stock is now arriving in a more normal delivery pattern allowing stores to catch up from earlier disruption. 'Availability is therefore looking better every day.' Personal data that could have been accessed includes names, email addresses, postal addresses and dates of birth, according to M&S. But the group stressed the data does not include payment or card details, or account passwords and is not believed to have been shared online.
