Defence Forces to spend €140k on branded merchandise including phone PopSockets 

PopSockets are attachments that stick to the back of a mobile phone to give the user a better grip when using the device.

The Irish Defence Forces are set to spend €140,000 on branded merchandise, including silicone wristbands, insulated coffee cups, mobile phone PopSockets, and shopping trolley tokens.

The goods — which also include protein shakers, leather notebooks and a range of clothing — will feature the military logo and slogans including “BE MORE” and “Strengthen the Nation”, according to newly published tender documents.