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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Christmas bestsellers

20Q Version 2 puzzle game
The 20Q Version 2 puzzle game was the most popular toy at Amazon UK this Christmas. It uses “artificial intelligence” to read a player’s mind, and has attracted gushing reviews. Read the article. Photograph: PR
Burberry Warrior Bag
Burberry did not enjoy a great Christmas, sending shares plunging 16%. But luxury handbags were popular, such as this Warrior Bag in Gold Alligator, at a jaw-dropping £13,000. Scarves and shoes also sold well. Read the article. Photograph: PR
Amy Winehouse, Back to Black album
The popularity of Ms Winehouse’s second album helped HMV to shake off predictions of festive gloom. Other popular musical offerings were Spirit from Leona Lewis and Now That's What I Call Music 68. In the DVD section, shoppers rushed for The Bourne Ultimatum and The Simpsons movie. Read the article. Photograph: PR
My3 pram
Mothercare’s own-brand “baby travel systems” helped make it a Christmas winner. The My3 pram costs £400, and won market share from brand names like Phil & Ted and Bugaboo. Read the article. Photograph: PR
Pouilly Fumé
The credit crunch didn’t put Brits off their wine last Christmas, with Pouilly Fumé a big seller at Majestic. This vintage boasted delicate yet intense aromas of peach, white blossom and hazelnuts, apparently. Read the article. Photograph: PR
Pets at Home
Novelty Christmas items proved popular with people keen to get their pets to share in the Christmas spirit. And when Yuletide garments are passé, this satisfied customer can visit Doggie Boutique where everything from colour co-ordinated doggie beds to canine bling is on offer Photograph: PR
Wii
What could be more fun at Christmas than an imaginary game of tennis? Not everyone was lucky enough to get hold of a Nintento Wii, but Game Group still sold enough to boost profits by at least £8m. Read the article. Photograph: Robyn Beck/AFP
digital photo frame
Digital photoframes, including this 7-inch Tekbright model, were one of John Lewis’s big sellers. They let you display your favourite snaps without having to print them out. Read the article. Photograph: PR
Navman
At Argos, new technology products were in demand. Satellite-navigation systems -- such as the Navman above -- sold very well, along with perennially popular flat-screen TVs. Read the article. Photograph: PR
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