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Top Stocking Stuffers 2018

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Finding low cost but quality items to fill up those stockings can be a daunting task, so we have collected our favourite stocking stuffer products to help inspire and assist with your gift giving this year.

1. Shopkins
These fun collectible mini figures come in an assortment of characters, so you can try your luck at collecting them all. Small in size and under $20, these are perfect to help fill up your little ones stocking.

2. Mrs Potts Tea Infuser
Be our guest and enjoy a perfectly brewed cup of real tea with this cute kitchen essential inspired by the classic Disney film Beauty and the Beast. This cute tea accessory is sure to delight someone as they pull this out of their stocking.

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Top Secret Santa Gifts 2018

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Whether you are taking part in a Secret Santa this year or are just after a gift option that doesn't break the bank, this list is for you!

1. Bearded Mens Soap – Somerset Toiletry Co
Give the gift of grooming for the bearded man in your life. MR Beard Soaps are stylish soaps for trendy blokes and a unique gift.

2. Jumbo Pilsner Beer Glass
What's better than a Pilsner Beer Glass for a beer connoisseur? Well a Jumbo Pilsner Beer Glass, all the better to hold your recipient favourite brew.

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Top Tech Gifts for Christmas 2018

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To help you find the perfect gift for the tech-savvy person in your life, we have rounded up our top 10 tech gifts for 2018.

1. PS4 Slim 1TB Premium bundle
A classic option for someone that loves gaming. Treat them epically this Christmas with their very own PS4 Console. Not only that, but this bundle includes the slim model, 1TB of storage and a free game!!

2. Instax SQ6 Square Instant Camera-Limited Edition Taylor Swift
Give the gift of photography this Christmas and allow your recipient to take snaps of their favourite moments and cherish the memories for a long time. The Taylor Swift Edition will be a hit with a Taylor Swift fan as the camera's stylish look is inspired by the cover art of Taylor's latest album, “reputation,” and features Taylor's autograph printed on the back!

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Dominate with the Best!

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ASUS is hooking up customers who upgrade their gaming set ups with a FREE copy of Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 on PC.

To score a copy of the game all you need to do it purchase one of the following eligible products..

Once you have leveled up your gaming experience you will need to register your upgrade with ASUS using your invoice and serial numbers from the physical product. Pop on over to the ASUS Events Page to get your Asus code!

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Win a Taylor Swift Concert Ticket with instax!

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Hands up if you love Tay-Tay, or secretly love her but are too ashamed to let all your friends and family know it… \o/

instax NZ wants to send you and a friend to see Taylor Swift in Auckland NZ on the 9th of November 2018! The team at instax are giving away 20 double passes!

In order to get yourself into the draw, you'll need to purchase any of the following from the instax store:

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Win a trip to IEM Chicago with Intel!

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Intel Extreme Masters (IEM) is the world’s longest pro-gaming tour and it's coming back to Chicago, United States this November! From the 10th to the 11th, the world’s best gamers will compete on stage in front of a roaring crowd at the Wintrust Arena, Chicago. Established in 2006 by ESL, the competition features Counter-Strike: Global Offensive, StarCraft II and League of Legends tournaments across multiple continents.

And Intel want to send you on an all expenses paid trip to the Intel Extreme Masters in Chicago!!!

This has to be one of the coolest prizes we have ever given away! A once-in-a-lifetime trip valuing at least $2500NZD!

The winner will fly out on the 8th of November 2018 and ship back home on the 12th of November 2018.

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WIN a Nintendo Switch with Strontium!

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Need a Nintendo Switch? Already have one and need a new game to spend hundreds of hours on? I think we have the competition for you. :)

Buy any Nitro / Nitro Plus / Ammo series from our Strontium Brand Store and get yourself in the draw to win one the following 3 prizes:

Strontium has been a strong partner of Mighty Ape for years now. So whether you are grabbing yourself a best selling A1 microSD to expand the storage on your mobile phone or tablet, or grabbing an ever handy Ammo USB Flash Drive to keep all your school or work documents on you at all times, Strontium has a solution for you!

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Intel Master Key - Game in the Next Dimension

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Intel has released a new Master Key to lead us into the end of the year! This time around they are amping up the bundle even more!

Aptly named the VR Bundle, there is 5 VR titles and 4 Non-VR titles for anyone who buys ANY Intel Core i5 or Intel Core i7 CPU. This also includes buying one of our i5/i7 powered Gorilla Rigs!

The games in the bundle are as follows:

  • VR Titles
    • Arizona Sunshine valued at $47.99
    • Breakroom valued at $9.99
    • Interkosmos valued at $5.99
    • Sprint Vector valued at $35.99
    • Raw Data valued at $47.99

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Instax SQ6 Review!

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Hi! I’m Sam, and I am somewhat of a self-identified Hipster. Not completely though, I’m still working on my flannel shirt collection.

However, within the realms of that hipsterdom, I have a real soft spot for instant cameras – I’ve loved my Instax Neo Classic from the very first frame. The camera’s look and function really appealed, and I now have stacks of credit-card sized mementos to revel on.

Fast-forward a few years, and you can imagine my excitement levels when I heard Instax were releasing their new SQ6, complete with modern exterior in a classy range of colours and new 62mm square film, as well as some awesome new features new to the Instax family.

Initial thoughts:

  • The SQ6 is definitely a larger camera than the minis or Neo ranges, but no surprise considering the film size. The same sleek and refined aesthetic we’re used to from Instax however!
  • Wow, there is a lot less in this box than I was expecting – but definitely a good thing! Instead of a rechargeable battery like with the Neo, the package included two CR2 batteries to install. Although rechargables have their advantages, I tend to worry about running out of juice when I least intend to. Carting around a spare pair of batteries will be a lot easier, but I’m interested to see how long these will last!
  • A selfie mirror?! If Instax users are anything like myself, you’ll be wanting to get yourself in some of those shots. The addition of the selfie mirror makes that all-the-more easier.
  • Flash Filters! Despite my initial confusion regarding how to use these (see: not a manual reader), it turned out they were super simple – just clip them on over the camera’s flash for some neat results.

Out and About!

  • I loved the photos the SQ6 produced – the extra size took a little getting used to with the viewfinder, but once you get the hang of it, it’s fantastic. Selfies and landscapes turned out brilliantly on the larger film!
  • Local photographer Isaac Evans (@isaacevansnz) very kindly captured some (hilariously cringey) shots of me with the camera – this thing is a statement accessory in its own right!
  • The included flash filters produced some unique results – the manual suggests using the Lighten function to make the most of the colour, but the result is quite subtle even with this. Perfect for giving your shots a subtle shade of difference. This is definitely one function I’m keen to experiment with and see what kind of results it produces!
  • One function I was always nervous about using with my Neo was the double exposure feature, so I figured a new format was enough reason to try something new! I was pleasantly surprised by the result, double exposing some of the nifty neon lights down in Auckland Central. Another awesome feature that will be interesting to experiment with!

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WIN a Samsung Galaxy S9!!!

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We have teamed up with OtterBox to hook one of our lucky customers up with a brand new Samsung Galaxy S9!

OtterBox is best known for making some of the most protective and stylish cases in the market, be sure to check them out!

To get in the draw to win your very own Samsung Galaxy S9, all you need to do is jump onto the Mighty Ape’s Tech Facebook Page and leave a comment under the competition post.

We want to hear the story of that time you wish you had an OtterBox Case on your phone!

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