Chas Ohlson is half Ikea and half Argos with maybe a shmear of sporting goods and stationery store…read morethrown in. They don't have everything, but they do have lots of stuff you simply will not find elsewhere. Cleanly organized with computers available to do searching, the departments are easily laid out by category and the items are clearly priced and displayed nicely. Not like the usual department store lay out or even like a supermarket lay out, it's got that Ikea flavor where the shopping space is laid out in a large oval with different offshoots. Like Ikea. Too many departments to accurately describe, you probably should just look at their web page. I saw paper shredders and tents and even two man inflatable boats, plus hardware and tools, home appliances and an amazing assortment of tv cables.

On a recent trip back, stopped in here to check out what my Dad was on about. It's deceiving from…read morethe front. It's a pretty big store. When you look inside they have everything for everyone. Like on of those stores where everyone could find something to buy if they so desired. It reminds a bit of pound land and dollar stores but with a bit nicer goods, so perhaps a 2 poundland. Worth a gander if you need to pick up something cheap or have some time to kill.

A full-size PC World, as opposed to the smaller one in the Oracle shopping mall, this one has a…read morecomplete selection of computers and televisions. They also have a fully staffed "Tech Guys" desk for computer repairs.

Very useful if you know exactly what you need and you can't get it anywhere else, otherwise I…read morewouldn't bother. I'm not sure many of the people who work there have very much knowledge of computers at all, or they just don't want to share it. I needed some help choosing a graphics card recently, and after wandering around looking for help for quite some time I finally found a member of staff near the front door, but when I asked him for assistance he said he couldn't possibly help as he had to stand by the door to say 'hello' and 'goodbye' to people! Not a very helpful place, but good if you are desperate and don't need advice.

I had a problem with my Samsung laptop, it wouldn't start up. I had taken my laptop to another…read morecomputer repair shop in Reading who were unable to provide me with a suitable diagnosis. I was subsequently recommended Computrix through a friend of mine who has used them on several occasions with highly positive feedback. Upon contacting Computrix, I was greeted by a delightful person by the name of Gurminder. He advised me to bring the laptop in with a 'no evaluation fee'. I took my laptop in the morning and recieved a phone call 3 hours later with an update on what the problem was, how much it was going to cost and how long it would take. Firstly I would like to add that the cost of repair was extremely competitive (upon cost comparison with their competitors) and secondly, the turnaround time was quicker than they stated. My laptop came back shining and looking brand new. I have complete faith and confidence to go back to Computrix should any other issue occur. They can fix a range of computer issues and do onsite board repairs. I highly recommend Computrix. Thank you for restoring confidence back in my laptop. I have since had no issues with it at all.

From the owner: Computrix specialises in providing IT support and break fix solutions to desktops and laptops down…read moreto component level. We have facilities to carry out BGA rework, circuit rework. Our support tram have extensive knowledge in - Apple OSX & OSX server - Microsoft Windows and Server packages - Networking & cabling - Network design - Microsoft Exchange Server - Office 365 I think you all get the drift, we are one stop shop for your IT solutions

If I could rate a zero I would. Very poor customer service, emails ignored, accusations from the…read morecompany, far too many attempts to repair from engineers who don't seem to know what they are doing. Appalling is the only word I have for them....go elsewhere!

From the owner: Apple Electrics are a family-run business established in 1979, specialising in the repairs, sales…read moreand installation to all forms of domestic kitchen appliances including: washing machines, washer dryers, tumble dryers, dishwashers, cookers, ovens, hobs, refrigeration products and storage heaters. They are insurance company approved and carry out work for many prestigious insurance companies, manufactures, retailers, letting agents and housing associations. They pride themselves on supplying a friendly and professional service and they offer a low-cost service charge that covers all of their engineers' time and labour irrespective of time taken or work involved. No fuss, just old-fashioned efficient service.