In a world that's full of fear and loathing, few things warm the heart like a good old-fashioned bromance. Many a life-affirming bromance has been forged on our TV screens; here are five of our favourites from recent years...

Note: We'll do our best to keep things spoiler-free but do proceed with caution if you're still catching up on any of these shows.


Samwell Tarly and Jon Snow (from Game of Thrones, 2011-Present)
It's hard being a man of the Night's Watch, but it would be even harder without a friend. Jon - the handsome bastard of Ned Stark - took fat, cowardly Sam under his wing and they soon became the best of buddies. Not even wildlings could tear them apart!

Defining Bromance Moment: Jon and Sam kneel down to 'take The Black' (i.e. swear an oath of duty to the Night's Watch). Once finished, they are told to 'rise now as men of the Night's Watch' - Sam can't quite get to his feet, so Jon helps him up, and they hug.

 

Joey Tribbiani and Chandler Bing (from Friends, 1994-2004)
They weren't supposed to be roommates in the first place - Chandler's first choice was a photographer whose sister was a model - but we're glad that things happened the way they did. Even when Chandler moved in with Monica, they remained stone cold bros until the end (well, until Joey got his own spin-off, at least).

Defining Bromance Moment: In the final episode of the series - the one that, like, ten jillion people tuned in for - Joey and Chandler are saying goodbye (Chandler and Monica, who have just adopted two babies, are preparing to move to a new house in the suburbs). They wonder aloud whether to part with an "awkward hug" or a "lame cool-guy handshake"; initially, they opt for the lame handshake, but then they hug and ten jillion viewers well up.

 

Christopher Turk and John 'JD' Dorian (from Scrubs, 2001-2010)
Being a doctor, like being a brother of the Night's Watch, is not without its trials and tribulations. But JD and Turk got through them all - even when Turk found out that JD had been sleeping with a lawyer who was suing him (Turk) for malpractice, their bromance didn't sputter out.

Defining Bromance Moment: This song. How could it not be?


Abed Nadir and Troy Barnes (from Community, 2009-2014)
Troy and Abed are our favourite bros, simply because they're even bigger TV/Movie geeks than we are. When Abed discovers Inspector Spacetime (a show-with-a-show that's seriously indebted to Doctor Who), he and Troy immediately start playing The Inspector and his sidekick, Constable Reggie, with surprising levels of dedication. They also have their own friendship handshake, not to mention their own fake morning show ("Troy and Abed in the mooor-ning!")

Defining Bromance Moment: When Troy decides to head off on a round-the-world cruise in Season 5, Abed organises a school-wide game of 'Lava Floor' to see him off. The results are...well, epic.

Sherlock Holmes and John Watson (from Sherlock, 2010-Present)
And finally, how could we have a blog about bromances without mentioning the internet's favourite crime-fighting couple? John's bromance with Sherlock (a lot of Johns in this list, aren't there?) isn't always plain sailing - sometimes, in fact, he seems to very much dislike the man - but the interplay between these two (along with the regular hints that they may, one day, take things to the next level) has had tumblr users in hysterics for several years now.

Defining Bromance Moment: When John (okay, this one definitely warrants a SPOILER ALERT) visits Sherlock's grave in the final episode of Season 2, he is very, very not happy. It's a tearjerker all right, and the 'aaw' factor is only somewhat alleviated by the knowledge that (SPOILER ALERT AGAIN) Sherlock isn't really dead.

Did we forget your favourite bromance? Let us know on Twitter!

Cool mugs

The prospect of a hot drink is exciting enough for some people, but if your daily tea break has become a little bit boring, we've got the perfect remedy right here at Gadget Inspector.

And the name of that remedy is novelty mugs. We've got loads of cool mugs available on our website - here are some of our favourites:

Camera Lens Cup

Camera Lens Cup

It looks just like an actual camera lens, but it's really a super-cool receptacle for your tea and/or coffee! As a bonus, the lens cap doubles as a great place to put your biscuits.

Darth Vader Mug

Darth Vader Mug

The perfect tribute to one of the best movies - and one of the best-known movie quotes - of all time. 'I am your father' - what a great father's day gift this mug would make!

Don't forget your Hot Cookie Mug Warmer - it will keep your drink warmer for longer!

Do you like comic books and/or superhero movies? You DO? Then you've come to the right place! Here are some of the cool superhero products that we can provide:

This Superman Wallet is perfect for the pockets of comic book fans!
RRP: £14.99 Our Price: £9.99


Going to a fancy dress party? You need this Captain America Costume!
 RRP: £39.99 Our Price: £18.00


And, yes, we've got costumes for kids as well, including this awesome Iron Man Kids Costume!
  RRP: £20.00 Our Price: £15.00

Glastonbury is only one week away, and you know what that means - festival season is here! Time once again for the music lovers of Britain to don their wellies, pitch their tents, and sacrifice their children to the Weather Gods in the hope of a rain-free weekend.

Now, some people will tell you that you're crazy for going to a festival, that it's not worth enduring several days in the mud for a distant glimpse of Elbow on the Pyramid Stage. Those people are losers, of course, but they do have a point - festival life is hardly the good life! You'll have a great time at Glastonbury, certainly, but unless you're some sort of Grylls-esque wildling, you'll be sick of camping long before Kasabian bring proceedings to a close on Sunday night.

 

Ultimate Festival Kit

 

And so, being of a helpful nature, the Gadget Inspector team have put together a Festival Survival Kit. This nifty little package contains a handful of essential items that will make your festival weekend that little bit easier. The kit costs just £19.99, and here's what you'll get for that price:

  • Festival Feet - Wear them over your shoes to keep out the mud!

  • Power Bank - This ultra-slim backup battery ensures that your phone will always have an extra bit of juice.

  • Can Bong - Fancy one more drink before pegging it to the John Peel Stage for your favourite band? This is the fastest way to empty your can!

  • Purple & Green Bong Go - This is a fun-size beer bong that's designed for portability. No festival-goer should be without one!

Whether you're going to Glastonbury, Reading, Latitude, or some other festival, make sure you don't leave without your Gadget Inspector Survival Kit! Those four items would usually cost you £30, but the kit costs just £19.99 - that's a saving of more than ten pounds!

England World Cup Deal

The World Cup is in full swing - as you've probably noticed - and so we thought we'd celebrate with a special offer that's perfect for football fans! Well, English football fans, at least.

Here's the deal: if you buy a beer bong from Gadget Inspector during the World Cup tournament, we'll throw in a pair of Fluffy England Balls for no extra cost!* You can stick them on your window or hang them up in your car - either way, everybody will know which team you support!

Remember, this offer ends as soon as the World Cup has been lifted, so buy a beer bong and grab your balls before it's too late!

*Offer ends Monday July 14. One pair of Fluffy England Balls per order - orders containing multiple beer bongs will only receive one set of fluffy balls. Offer applies to selected beer bongs only; click here to see which ones.

Phone Addict's Gift Guide
Today Steve Jobs will be released in UK cinemas, something we're all pretty excited about here at Gadget Inspector. As we like to keep our gift guides nice and topical, we thought today would be an ideal time to hit you with our top phone-related gadgets and gifts, enjoy! 

3 in 1 Energy Tube

We all love a multi-use product, and this one is perfect for the colder months. Not only does it work as an emergency iPhone charger, it also has a torch and hand warmer function too! This would come in super handy for digging out your keys on cold dark nights, or keeping you nice and toasty if you've left your gloves at home.
multi use phone charger


iPhone 5 Dual Sim Card Case

This phone case is ideal for businesspeople who want to keep their work and personal contacts separate, allowing you to flick between the two at the click of a button. This really saves the hassle of manually switching sims or having two phones, making life much easier for people with a sizeable contacts list.

dual sim phone case

KEEEP Smart Phone Holder & Stand

This clever little gadget is great for all my fellow clumsy chums! We all know a person that is prone to sporting a cracked phone screen, so this would work perfectly as a useful and humorous gift for them. The holder sticks to the back of your phone without leaving any marks, allowing you to slip your fingers through the loops for advanced grip. The loops also double as a stand for you phone, allowing you to prop it up and use hands-free! 


smart phone holder

The Wedge: Smartphone Holder

Flicking thorough ebooks and social media on your phone should be easy, but we all know that this is not the case. Trying to find a comfortable chill-out position can be a pain, not to mention the awkward hand-ache you get from trying to hold your phone at the right angle. This nifty little pyramid is like a pillow for your smartphone, allowing you to prop it up and flick through articles and videos with total ease and comfort.

smart phone stand


Touch Screen Gloves

One disadvantage of the smartphone becomes incredibly clear during the cold winter months, as you struggle to pull off your gloves off just to answer a call or reply to a text, longing for the simple days when the buttons on your portable brick went unaffected by your hands being covered. These Touch Screen Gloves come in two colours, and allow you to use your smartphone without exposing your hands to the frosty conditions. 

smartphone gloves

Marvel Phone Cases

These awesome Marvel iPhone 5 cases are essential for any fans of the superhero films and comics, and come in 5 cool, retro designs! With Captain America, the Incredible Hulk, Iron Man, Spider Man and X-Men to choose from, you're sure to find a character that you love!

marvel phone cases

To see our full range of awesome phone accessories and gadgets, click here
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