Apple’s iPhone finally went on sale in the UK today, ending months of anticipation by consumers following the US launch of the sought after mobile.

More than 1,300 Apple, O2 and Carphone Warehouse stores across the country will be offering the iPhone for sale from 18:02 BST, while those who want to avoid queuing to get their hands on the next generation product will be able to buy the handset online.

However bosses at Freeads.co.uk, the UK’s largest independent website, are bracing themselves for a wave of ads selling on the coveted phones almost as soon as it hits the shops.

Chief executive Duncan Horton said: “We saw it with the PS3 earlier this year, when something is this highly anticipated, UK consumers will go to any length to get one – and often at highly inflated prices.” (more…)

News that former Chelsea and Newcastle United manager Ruud Gullit has been appointed the new head coach at David Beckham’s Los Angeles Galaxy is expected to draw even more European footie fans travelling over the Pond.

Seeing the two legends in action will be a tempting prospect for both British and Dutch fans, according to Freeads.co.uk, the UK’s leading independent classifieds site.

Chief executive Duncan Horton said: “The question is though who will win the battle of the hairdo? Both these guys are known for their penchant for outlandish hairstyles, will the fans take this to heart as they aim to emulate their heroes? Buying the shirt and boots may not be enough for some die-hard fans.” (more…)

What do you get the parents-to-be that have everything? Surely a question on the lips of friends and family of US singer and actress Jennifer Lopez and husband Marc Anthony.

Lopez announced her pregnancy between songs on stage in Miami, ending weeks of speculation in the press.

Buying for first-time parents is usually a doddle as they need everything, but in this particular case it’s almost certain that the couple have already got it all in hand. (more…)