Toy guns have been a source of fun for children for decades, as they aim to make the potentially alluring prospect of combat into a safe leisure activity.
Whether it’s the traditional water pistol or more controversial BB guns, many different interpretations have been tried. However, nowadays it seems that foam-based weaponry is the preferred choice for many, with market leader Nerf at the forefront.
Its Blaster range has proven immensely popular to children and adults alike! However, with 18 separate lines, there is a wealth of choice out there. Here, we run through some of the best options available, with an eye towards the more affordable end of the market.
At under £10, this represents one of the most affordable ways to get into the world of Nerf.
Despite the price, performance is still strong, with darts able to travel up to 90m. The six-dart rotating drum is great for rapid fire, while the light and compact package means it’s great for sessions on the go.
The orange and blue design is typical of Nerf products, so you’ll be easily spotted in the heat of battle unless your movements are stealthy.
You might want to purchase some spare darts, but even 100 extra only bumps the price up to just over £15.
You can buy it now for £9 / US$21.23 .
Fortnite has become something of a cultural phenomenon, so the partnership between Nerf and Epic Games was always going to be exciting.
This is a replica of the Blaster used in the game, so any regulars to a Battle Royale will be instantly familiar with it. The pump-action design allows for four foam darts to be fired back to back
It’s also hand-powered, meaning you’ll never have a battery to charge and will be in complete control over your weapon. 8 of Nerf’s elite darts are included, so you’ll always have spares on hand.
You can buy it now for £29.99 / US$47
Nerf’s Zombie Strike range aims to be your best form of retaliation against the walking dead.
The FlipFury allows you to hold 12 darts at a time for rapid fire action, While the first six darts are released from the top, a secondary trigger flips the drums around so you’re ready to go again in an instant.
Shooting range is excellent, and as it is purely mechanical you won’t have to rely on batteries as you try to defeat the zombies. It even comes with its own holster for carrying everywhere you go.
You can buy it for £14.25 / $16.33 .
Its name might be a mouthful, but this gun more than makes up for it with its stellar performance.
Part of the AccuStrike series, its focus on precision is aided by what Nerf claim are the most accurate darts available. The included bipod allows for a level of accuracy that just can’t be replicated by going handheld.
Targets as far as 30 feet away aren’t safe with this gun’s superb range.
The Elite Titan represents one of the most complete Nerf gun experiences on the market.
Its high price tag is justified by an immense 50 dart drum for maximum impact, while they darts themselves are suitable for indoor or outdoor use. It’s also fully motorised, meaning you can witness your devastating impact without having to put in all the work.
Without doubt, this is a heavy duty gun, but the included shoulder strap and intuitive controls should make it a joy to use.
You can buy it for £72.99 , while in the US it’s $79.16 with a hefty delivery charge so we’d recommend getting it imported.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Mobile Editor, Tech Advisor
Anyron is Mobile Editor at Tech Advisor, where he’s been a mainstay of the editorial team since 2019. In his current role, Anyron is responsible for all smartphone, tablet and mobile network coverage on the site. A BA Journalism graduate, he has experience with a wide range of consumer tech products and services, including smartphones, tablets, foldables, wearables and more.
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As one of the biggest tech companies in the world, Acer has a lot of products to announce each year.
At its next@Acer event in June , we saw additions to the Swift line, new Predator gaming hardware and a new convertible Chromebook. We also saw an ultra-rugged laptop in the form of the Enduro.
Less than four months later the company is back, with an event subtitled “Connected Together” set to take place today. Here’s how you can watch the virtual press conference live.
When and how can I watch the Acer live stream?
Acer’s next live stream will take place at 2pm UK time on 21 October 2020 . You can watch directly from this article by clicking the stream embedded above.
If you’d prefer, the stream will also be available on the Acer Facebook page .
What new products will Acer announce?
There are no concrete rumours on which products Acer will announce, and the “Connected Together” slogan alongside the event gives relatively little away.
However, the timing of the event suggests the company will unveil a lineup of products ready for the busy holiday season, which usually stretches from late November to January and beyond. Technology is a popular gift option, so Acer will want any new products to be on sale before festive shopping gets underway.
That would suggest we’ll see new consumer-focused devices, which may include laptops, Chromebooks and tablets. There may also be new additions to its Predator line of gaming hardware and ConceptD creator-focused devices.
Acer released updated versions of its Swift 5 and Swift 3 at IFA 2020, although the Swift 7 hasn’t been refreshed since last year. That makes it a likely candidate, as well as the affordable Swift 1.
The popular Aspire range was also left untouched at the June event, making it ripe for updates this October. In particular, we could see new versions of the Aspire 5 and Aspire 3 .
There may be further updates to Acer’s Chromebooks, although it’s more likely we’ll see a successor to the Chromebook Tab 10 that was launched in 2018.
It remains to be seen whether any new products will make their way into our best laptop , best gaming laptops or best Chromebook charts.
Author: Anyron Copeman, Mobile Editor, Tech Advisor
Anyron is Mobile Editor at Tech Advisor, where he’s been a mainstay of the editorial team since 2019. In his current role, Anyron is responsible for all smartphone, tablet and mobile network coverage on the site. A BA Journalism graduate, he has experience with a wide range of consumer tech products and services, including smartphones, tablets, foldables, wearables and more.
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