Innovative ways to get up close and personal with loved ones  

From a handshake to a hug, we've been missing out on connecting with family and friends due to Covid-19. 

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APPLE'S iPhone 12 Mini, Mattel's remote-control Baby Yoda and the new PlayStation 5 may dominate marketing gift guides for 2020. But as Lockdown 2.0 continues, a warm hug could be the most coveted gift of all this Christmas — and the one thing Santa can't deliver.

Now a Limerick grandmother is hoping her simple €25 solution will bring some comfort to those unable to embrace their loved ones this festive season.