As part of our recent switch to our new online storefront, we’ve been working hard behind the scenes on a feature we get asked about a lot; custom PC configuration via our website.

After popular demand, say hello to our all new Creative Configurator!

Available on select Arena and Studio machines, the configurator puts your choice at the heart of the system. Want a certain case to fit an aesthetic? Choose from a vast range of case options that suit your style. Need more storage or RAM? Simply add more or replace your existing option with the click of a button. We’re constantly adding new options and plan to role the configurator out to all of our builds.

For those who want a classic experience, worry not, as we’ll still be rolling out staff curated configurations across the year to cover new app and game releases. As an example you can check out our new Arena FC, a PC built to play the latest sports games including EA Sports FC 25, which was built using the Arena Royale Pro Configurator. You can check out both in the links below:

Normal RRP: £503.73, Special Offer Price: £450! Save over £50 on this bundle!

This back-to-school bundle has everything you’ll need for a busy school day; a fast Lenovo laptop, soft shell carry case, Norton 360 anti-virus for up to three devices, Microsoft 365 Personal and a wireless, rechargeable mouse.

The fast and robust Lenovo laptop powered by Intel (Core i3) has ample RAM (8GB) and storage (256GB SSD) for day-to-day tasks such as web browsing, documents, spreadsheets, presentations and more! It’s full-HD screen provides sharp image quality in a range of applications and it’s up to 7-hour battery life will keep you productive throughout the day. There are a range of connectivity options including 2x USB-A, 1x USB-C, 1x HDMI and a 3.5mm audio jack.

All computers need some form of protection against malware or viruses, so we’ve included a copy of Norton 360 which can be used on up to three devices including desktops, laptops, phones and tablets.

In addition, we’ve included Microsoft 365 which gives you access to all your favourite Microsoft office apps like Word, PowerPoint, Excel and more! Included with this is 1TB of OneDrive storage which can double as a handy backup solution for data you can’t afford to lose like important homework files.

We’ve even included a three-button wireless mouse for ease of use and a soft-shell cover to protect the laptop and charger inside when moving from class to class or when you’re finished for the day.

Our selection of travel tablets

It’s that time of year again! Daytimes are longer, nights are shorter and most of us will be packing our bags for holiday destinations. While there, we might want to capture memories by taking photos, stay connected to family and friends at home or have something to hand to relax after a long day of sightseeing. We’ve put together a list of our favourite travel tablets with some useful insights, detailing the benefits of each option.

The handy E-reader – Lenovo Tab M8

Find out more about the Lenovo Tab M8

A great choice if you’re looking for a lightweight tablet to access eBooks and the web. It’s 8″ form factor makes it ideal for holding with one hand and it’s IPS panel should give great viewing angles with vibrant colour regardless of how you hold it. It’s 8MP main camera should provide ample quality for snapping some quick pics or videos and it’s expandable micro-SD storage slot gives you a quick and easy way to store them. Unlike some cheaper e-readers, the Tab M8 runs a fully-fledged, stock Android 13 operating system, giving you access to all your favourite apps via the Google Play Store such as Amazon Kindle, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and much more!

The All-Rounder – Samsung Galaxy Tab A8

Find out more about the Samsung Galaxy Tab A8

The Tab A8 performs well in a number of areas: it retains the 8MP main camera of the previous example and comes with a 5MP selfie camera, it has a better, faster processor than the Lenovo making the overall experience much more responsive, it has a bigger 10.5″ screen with higher resolution and 14% more pixels per inch resulting in sharper image quality and it comes with a bigger battery with faster charging speeds. There are a couple of different models with a couple of different storage options, namely 32GB or 64GB, although it has a micro-SD card slot to increase this further if you find you need to snap some extra selfies. It comes loaded with Android 11 but is upgradable to the latest major Android release, Android 14!

The Premium Experience – Apple iPad 9

Find out more about the Apple iPad 9

For those looking for the premium experience, the iPad 9 offers great value and security. It improves on the Samsung tablet in a number of ways, most notably its Retina IPS screen which has the most luminous, sharpest display among the three we’ve discussed. An increase of 24% in pixel density over the Samsung makes it stand out as the clear winner for movie buffs. It has a significantly better selfie camera, capable of capturing images at 12MP. Overall build quality is also improved, with a full aluminium frame and back cover, making it more resistant to bangs and drops. The faster A13 processor keeps the tablet interface moving and security is at its peak with Apple’s Touch ID which is integrated in to the home button. It comes equipped with 64GB of storage and is upgradable to the latest iPad iOS version, iPadOS 17.4.