Happy New Year

Hi friends, yet another year passed by in a jiff. Some resolutions were met, some in progress and some didn't took off. Many costly impulse decissions, lingering work related issues but also many good news.

Looking forward for a better year ahead, keeping it sharp and focused on work and self pampering. Wishing you a happy prosperous new year.

Signing off from lion city Singapore :)



-- Post From My iPhone

Blog from anywhere with BlogPress

This is a test posting from my iPhone using BlogPress application.

So far this application is a jiffy to use. Everything is self explanatory and easy to use.

Previously I've posted an entry on my notebook also from iPhone but that is through the secret e-mail. Some key items such as labels and multiple photos support are mising from the e-mailing method.

By using BlogPress I can manage and edit posts, add labels, photos, and etc. Additional features which would make this application better are landscape authoring, spell check, geotag and url link. Other than that, this app really makes mobile blogging easier.

-- Post From My iPhone

What's Your Poison?

If you like acoustic music, the you'll definitely like this band; Boyce Avenue. Stumbled upon while searching for guitar lessons in YouTube, I've been an avid listener since. The band does cover songs of popular hits which some to me sounded much more better than the original singer.

Boyce Avenue, a Florida-based band popular for its strong acoustic roots and constant drive toward a melody- and harmony-driven rock sound, consists of the three brothers Alejandro, Fabian, and Daniel Manzano, and Stephen Hatker. The band first came together in 2000, when Alejandro (lead vocals, guitar, piano) and Fabian (guitar, vocals), then 14 and 16 years old, respectively, started playing guitar. ~ Boyce Avenue Official Website ~

Don't let the boy band look deceive you, the lead singer Alejandro (second from right) has a strong, grunge vocals which is well suited for acoustics paired with basic instruments; it is truly something refreshing to hear. Current favorites includes the following cover songs:

1. The Freshman - the verve
2. Viva La Vida - coldplay
3. With You - chris brown
4. Don't Look Back in Anger - oasis
5. Closer - ne-yo

You can find out more about the band at their official website or listen straight at their YouTube channel. They do sell their cover albums in iTunes store, however it is currently unavailable in Malaysia. But there is an alternative to download a slighty lower quality mp3 ripped from their official YouTube videos from this site. Happy listening :)

Fwd: So Long My Friend

You have been a good pal to me and others you have touched. may you serve your new owner well; as well as you did to me and be treated as just. Thank you my shiny steed.

Sent from my iPhone

nyummy.. Japanese Miniature Chili Crabs

Been craving this snack for months.. search almost all major supermarket and japanese speciallity store from Ampang, KLCC, PJ and finally today found at The Garden's Cold Storage. 

These tiny critters, measuring not more than an inch packs mouthful of flavor. Everything could be consumed, from the tiny legs, claws and even the whole body shell. To discribe the taste, easiest to explain; it taste similar to the chili ikan bilis from Pangkor. A pack of 200 grams costs RM 14. Why not give it a try? It's nice.

Burrpp.. excuse me.. but I'm full from eating a dozen of this crab :) 

Get The Right Gear

I’d always believe that having a proper gear in any line of work is necessary to do things efficiently, less effort to get it right and more focused on the task at hand. Growing up in a house of five brothers, we had a fair share of DIY projects, may it be motoring, gardening, carpentry and plumbing amongst others. One thing in common among all those projects, we love tools; with the proper and quality tools tasks becomes less of a burden and you’ve work smarter.

Same should go to the men and women who are protecting our country round the clock; the police, military, fire brigade and other agencies. Their gear should be up to date, spick and spank; as proper gear to them could mean life or death. We always see in the movies, especially from Hollywood like; SWAT, Blackhawk Down or reality TV police videos, they all have the proper tools.

Not only have they made them more agile, but it keeps them well protected too. These are top of the line equipment, purpose build to keep up with ever demanding job which you think is off limits for civilians. Guess what, I’ve stumbled upon this website called TacticalPantsUSA.com where they are selling 5.11 Tactical series gear. Now civilians like us can benefit the technology and research done for each of the product on sale.

5.11 Tactical series is a superior product that enhances the safety, accuracy, speed and performance of law enforcement, military and firefighting professionals. Built on a foundation of durability, quality and value, 5.11 Tactical leads the industry by delivering functionally innovative gear, head to toe. At TacticalPantsUSA.com we are spoilt with choices as they carry almost everything within this category, may it be tactical pants, shirts, knives, boots, eyewear, jackets, watches and many more. To fully check out the items available and how to shop, head over to TacticalPantsUSA.com to find out more on the 5.11 Tactical series.

This entry is written for http://www.tacticalpantsusa.com

Item Arrived (^-^)

Haha.. Finally it arrived yesterday at 3.55pm.. So whats in the bag?

Its another packaging inside of it.. which..


Fast forwarding opening up the content you'll find this on top of the wrappings.. hmm.. whats that?


Yeazzaaa!! Finally, my very own iPhone 3G!!! My most anticipated gadget which I've want since it launched.


Been watching this phone since it was first introduced (iPhone 1st Gen), but was bummed with exclusivity offering tied to a service provider. Hacked version doesn't compel either as it would be difficult to do periodical updates.

However since the introduction of the 3G version, more and more of these phone flooding the market with officially unlocked versions and now with version 2.0 firmware which supports MS Exchange; I was very tempted and started "researching" for the last 2 1/2 weeks on my free time.

Since placing an order on eBay, made payment, received the tracking number; it was worth the effort and wait to get this phone. Never had I bough a phone that excites myself and half of the office; its like a mini Apple "unveiling" event.

Anyhow, just "played" around for a day now and I'm very pleased with it. It can't beat a full QWERTY keyboard of my previous phone, but overall its awesome :)

iWonder What is Coming?

On Schedule Delivery : 24/11/08


*Updated 23/11/08 @ 9.55 am - Flight diverted to HK

Rescheduled delivery : 25/11/2008

Help Finding A Suitable Web Hosting

Finding a web hosting nowadays could be a daunting task with the sheer number of hosting companies available; may it be local or international. With many different features and low prices, it easy to get fizzed over the numerous options available.

Selecting a hosting site used to be easy, you find the hosting features suitable for intended use; blog, application, ftp, file sharing and etc. But nowadays, almost all hosting sites support those features; so now it boils down to reliability, bandwidth and ease of use.


So what better way to find a webhosting rating and actual user reviews than at Web Hosting Geeks. It packs with loads of information on website hosting reviews, ranking and ratings.

Apart from from the reviews and rating, Web Hosting Geeks also awards web hosting services companies by category, for example; Best Budget Hosting, Best Blog Hosting, Best Ecommerce Hosting and many more which makes easier to select the right hosting company.

Having said all that, I think Web Hosting Geeks is the best website to do research if you're intending to look for a hosting service. I'm certainly looking forward to find a cheap web hosting service to host files and photos for my blog. Head over to Web Hosting Geeks to find out which hosting service suits you.

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Momo Logitech Works With Windows Vista

Few months back I've treat myself with a gaming apparatus, Logitech Momo Force Feedback Wheel. Its an excuse for me to unwind and relax from work plus as a reward for milestones archived.

It's not an easy task to select this wheel as it quite old (long in market, since Windows 98) and there's a stream of incompatibilities discussions with Windows Vista in forums. Safe to estimate that 50% says it doesn't work and 50% said it works. Anyhow determined, I've boldly bought it with Collin McRae Dirt.

Exited, I've downloaded the latest driver and installed the game; hoping for instant action. Boy I was in a bind when I've discovered that the gas paddle was stuck all the way (full throttle) in the game. I've kept reinstalling the drivers, applying patches to the game but without avail till I've found a registry hack in Logitech's forum.

The registry hack was meant for something else, but heck I was desperate and willing to try anything to make it work. And guess what it does works :D I've finally had a proper go 3 hours after when I've initially started. The steering force feedback was was awesome and it feels and looks great. Paired with the realistic game of Dirt, I've was totally immense within the game.

Another note though for Windows Vista users, you also have to download the latest Collin McRae Dirt patch v1.2. There a vital fix which you require to load your saved gaming profile properly.

So there you go, if you're into driving simulation; the Logitech Momo is a great choice, plenty of fun, inexpensive (RM238) and it WORKS with Windows Vista. Collin McRae Dirt goes for RM119.

Happy Holidays

Being out on a vacation is so much fun and something I always look forward to. It’s the time to really let loose and be care free about all my worries. It is also a time to see other places, food and culture, plus there’s senseless shopping to boot.

However, a vacation would be more meaningful if you got your friends or family tagged along to share with. Recalling a particular vacation or shall I say a business trip in east coast of Malaysia, me and a couple of colleagues were driving along the old road heading towards Mersing. It was a long winding drive, approximately 4-5 hours through forests and plantations fields.

I would be very tired at the end of the trip if it weren’t for my cheerful colleagues. We’ve shared stories, jokes all along the way and also noticed some unusual signage. What I’ve discovered was a road sign with a cow on it crossed, meaning no cows on the road.

Computing the signage; it is normal if the sign was no motorcycle or lorry, whereby logically behind the wheel is a person who can READ the road sign. But if this road sign was intended for a cow? *blink*blink* Wow!! That the cow must be really smart to understand, or was it a cow who put it up in the first place. Hahaha..I was giggling on my own, when I’ve explained to the others we all break into laughter.

Oh well this could be the most humorous trip of all. With the right attitude and companions, a business trip could also be a mini-vacation. I really that break after a stressful couple of months at the office.

A holiday however requires proper planning and budget. I do most of my planning through online travel guides, books and friends. I also subscribe to travel e-newsletter for periodical updates. As with my previous experience to Britain, Scotland, Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand; proper planning will ensure a good trip. As for now, a vacation to go on Las Vegas tour during CES (Consumer Electronic Show) or a trip to Japan tops of my dream holidays.

Planning your next vacation? Looking for ideas on what to do? Sign up for the Trusted Travels eNewsletter and enter to win a $150 Magellan’s Gift Certificate - Offer ends August 31st, 2008. Who knows, you might end up with Knotts berry farm tickets from the splurge of the moment.

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Happy Birthday

I would like to wish a Happy Birthday to a special person laydiefa. May you find the happiness you're looking for :)

Simple, Fast & Convenient Car Loan

These days, everything is expected to be fast, easy and flexible. Fast Internet connection, fast car, but how do you get fast and easy car loan processing? If you are thinking of getting a new ride, why not make your way to BasicCarLoans.com? Applying for financing to help you get a car is never easy as this. BasicCarLoans.com offers super efficient application with online car loans application via their secure server, so your application can be processed in a jiffy.

If you're trapped in bad credit car loans, worry not because BasicCarLoan.com doesn't leave you out. With their special financing service, so you'll get chances to rebuild your financial independence while driving your dream car. You can also get financial aid for used cars loans.

Apply now at BasicCarLoans.com


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Need More Space

Things in my room are getting out of hand; boxes, magazines, bills, pedals, speakers, bowling ball, wires are literally everywhere. I've meant to tidy things up but I'm all pooped out after work. Weekends are the only days left for me to really crash out, chill out, hang with the parents, but mostly I'm going to be in front of the tele watching movies, eat and dozed off on the couch.

This weekend however, I was forced to clean up my room as am about to receive a new bed. Out goes four large black plastic bags of my uni notes, couple of bags, parcel boxes semi eaten by white ants, very old pc magazines, hundreds of VCDs and Software/Games CDs; oh well! Lots of stuff went out. It's difficult to keep thing tidy as I have TOO MUCH stuff in it.

Every venture or hobby I've done, usually followed with books and gear. I've done bowling, guitar, music, fly fishing and etc. On top of that I seem to have a habit of collecting everything nice; pins, badges, keychains, coke cans/bottles, model cars and etc. Some of em started by my brother.

As I'm writing this, my room still not 'cleared'. Have to do it slowly, to keep myself motivated and make it neat rather than just to shove everything clear. Good luck for me huh? :)

Variable Dimension Frames From Zenni Optical

I have been thinking of getting an additional specticals specifically for night driving for quite some time. I need a pair to filter-out the glares emitted from on-coming cars, which blurs my vision if it is too bright. This is the result of working in-front of a computer 8 hours daily since 2001.

I've always been put off going for a pair due to the price and an excuse of 'no time'. However since I've stumbled upon zennioptical.com, I now considering to get one since it's cheaper and no hassle of going to the shop. Besides, when the package comes; it is like receiving a gift, all exiting to see the content. Head over to zennioptical.com to check out further.


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Keep Things Up To Date

I have just learn today that my thumbdrive was infected, yet again by virus. This is the one where you have to use explorer to view your files instead of direct from my computer window. Dang!! More time wasted just to sort out this annoyances.

Why can't people keep their virus definition up to date or schedule run a virus scan. I usually avoid plugging my thumbdrive other people's PC, however yesterday I had no choice; and the result is infected. I'm lucky though it's not the really malicious type which deletes all the files.

Remember guys, to always update your virus definitions, backup your files and avoid plugging your thumbdrive to another PC which you are not familiar with.

Stylish New Spectical Frames Within Budget

Wearing specticals since standard 4, I have my fair share of different frame styles throughout the years. May it be big, round, squarish, plastic, metal or rimless one thing remains constant with my increasing power is the price of the specticals themselves.

However, at zennioptical.com you can purchase prescription glasses online at a cheaper price as they are also the manufacturer of spectical frames. So you eliminate the cost of middleman and overhead of a storefront. At zennioptical.com you have a wide selection of cool and stylish frames to choose from. Head over to zennioptical.com for more info or renew your look.

Free Trial from F-Secure

If you don't already have any sort of Antivirus installed in your PC, why not give F-Secure Internet Security 2008 a try. F-Secure is currently offering a free protection on till end of this year for PC and Mobile devices.

I have used both of the F-Secure products listed above and based on my experience; the PC based Antivirus or Internet Security from F-Secure has been good. Many of the viruses or malware has been detected, especially from neighboring thumbdrives and it doesn't use too much Windows resources as compared to Norton.

The mobile security I've tested on my symbian based phone, and I find it quite memory intensive and slows down you phone. But again, this was 2 years back when phones processing power and internal ROM is low.

So there you have it, I hope by sharing this links and serials; it helps to save some cost and beneficial for you. If interested, proceed to download and use the following serial number:

F-Secure Internet Security 2008
Download here : http://download.f-secure.com/estore/fs2008.exe
Subscription number : U5RB-7JL4-9AE2-J5ZZ-9RQR (Valid till 31st December 2008)

F-Secure Mobile Security
Download here : http://mobile.f-secure.com/
Subscription number : 0SE8-TEYH-95K4 (Valid till 31st December 2008)

p/s : Some additional info on F-Secure Antivirus Review

Wild West Experience

It’s been a while since a western movie hit the silver screen. If I am not mistaken, the last good movie in this genre is Tombstone by Kevin Costner about the legendary Wyatt Earp; officer of law and feared gunslinger. Other old time favourite includes The Magnificent Seven, Maverick and anything from Charles Bronson or Clint Eastwood.

Apart from the settlement of petty issues through the end of a Point 45 Magnum or Winchester Rifle (thank god that period has passed), I am always fascinated with the simplicity of a cowboys life. Almost everything owned or consumed is worked with own sweat and effort. However that the romantic representation from Hollywood, we will never know for sure unless we’re in that era.

The only thing that burned in my mind as result of watching lots of western is: I always imagined myself as a cowboy in a dessert, whenever I am eating baked beans with eggs and using only a fork of course but no hat :P

Moving along and interested to experience more on the cowboy culture, I’ve stumbled upon the Houston Rodeo & Livestock Show (a/k/a rodeoHOUSTON). This is a one stop cowboy experience event that last for almost a month held next year from 3rd till 22nd March 2009. There are rodeo shows, square dancing, country music, authentic western barbeque, gun slinging and of course real cowboys. There are also many activities for both grown-ups and children whom you can participate; I am looking forward to have a go of shooting a rifle, 0.45 Magnum and trail rides.

Looks like I have to sell lots of stuff on eBay to set some budget, if I plan to go. Its going to be quite a task with the recent fuel price hike and hopefully by the time I’m going, there are still RodeoHouston tickets available. Oh well, in the mean time better I practice my Yeeehaaaaww!!

Take A Hike

Yesterday, most of us experienced the massive traffic jams in Kuala Lumpur due to the recent announcement of fuel price hike. I don't want to elaborate on the road conditions that day nor on the fuel price.

However I would like to share on my total bill for dinner that night at a mamak outlet. Its only been a few hours since the price hike announced and food prices suddenly went up also. The tandoori chicken which I ate rose RM 1 from RM 5.50 to RM 6.50 and Beehun Sup remains at RM 4.50 even though ordered without egg. When complained, the mamak only says that with or without egg it remains the same.

Recently I've been careful with my expenses and finding cheaper substitutes for my needs and wants. Example; instead of eating at the mall's food court after a movie and drink coffee at Starbucks, we go for a cheaper venue such as mamak, SS2 etc. But if the food court has reasonably priced food items, we usually resort to eating there.

Back to the mamak, I will never go there anymore. Worse case, I'll cook my dinner at home; it's fresher and more delicious even though its only baked beans and eggs. I wonder how will the current weak government control such act and inflation. Sight* I'd better stock up food to cook.