Archive for November, 2013
Saturday, November 30th, 2013
Andrew Ng checked out Kluang’s attractions last Saturday courtesy of Tourism Malaysia Singapore.
멀라이언쿠기 (Merlion Cookie) shares HER experience at Kluang, especially the Coffee Factory, since she is a coffee lover herself. This journal is dedicated to the Korean readers out there :-).
* All the pictures in this article were provided by Merlion Cookie.
The Kluang Rail Coffee welcomes visitors to Kluang upon arrival at the railway station.
싱가폴 라이프중 이로운 점 하나를 꼽으라면 다른나라로 여행이 용이하다는 점이겠다.
Dato’ Husni Zai Yaacob, High Commissioner of Malaysia in Singapore enjoying a hot cuppa with us.
많은 항공사들이 싱가폴을 경유하기 때문이기도 하지만, 인도네시아는 배로, 말레이시아는 버스나 기차로 당일치기 또는 1박2일 여행이 가능하다.
말레시아 관광청에서 많이 알려지지 않은 소도시를 홍보하는 당일치기여행 프로그램에 초청되어 이번 여행에 참여하게 되었다.
클루앙은 말레이시아 수도에서 버스로 2시간정도 떨어져있는 작은도시라고 하지만 서울크기의 약 4배정도 되는 규모이니 작다고 하긴 그렇지만 아무래도 수도인 쿠알라룸프에서 떨어진 곳이다 보니 발전된 시골정도의 느낌이었다.
싱가폴에서 우드랜드 체크포인트에서 출발하는 기차를 타고 여행이 시작되었다.
기차안에서는 말레이시아 관광청의 여행일정소개와 이번여행에 협력해준 말레시아 열차관계자 및 재 싱가폴 말레시아 외교관부부의 인사가 있었다.
Simple but delicious food in Kluang Rail Coffee.
내가 탔던 기차는 1994년 현대에서 만들어진 꽤나 오래된 기차였다.
Roasted coffee glittering like black crystals.
우리나라 무궁화열차정도라고 보면되겠지만 도착지인 클루앙까지 2시간반동안 불편한 점은 전혀없었다.
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Tags:coffee, holiday, Johor, Kluang, Korean, Malaysia, sightseeing, tourism, travel, vacation
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Wednesday, November 27th, 2013
Nokia’s entry to the phablet bandwagon arrives in Singapore in the form of the 6-inch Lumia 1520 (S$999) and Lumia 1320 (price TBA). It also launched the more accessibly-priced 4-inch Lumia 525 (S$249).
Nokia Lumia 1320, Lumia 1520 and Lumia 525 – all running on Windows Phone 8 Nokia Lumia Black Update.
Both the Lumia 1520 and Lumia 525 will be available on 14 December while the Lumia 1320 will only be able in January 2014.
Pre-orders
Nokia is already accepting pre-orders in Singapore for the Lumia 1520 at Nokia Stores and Nokia Solutions Partners.
All three local operators will be retailing the device bundled with data plans.
All three devices come with the Windows Phone 8 Nokia Lumia Black update.
The two large 6-inch phablets feature the latest software advancements for Windows Phone, and is suitable for both personal entertainment and productivity.
The increased screen real estate has enabled a new third column of tiles on the home screen so that users can directly access and see more updates from the live tiles of apps on the home screen.
The Lumia 1520 will be available in four colours – yellow, white, black and glossy red.
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Tags:camera, launch, Lumia, Lumia 1320, Lumia 1520, Lumia 525, Microsoft, Nokia, Singapore, smartphones, Windows Phone, Windows Phone 8
Posted in App, Events, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, Lumia, newArrivals, Nokia, Phones, Photography, Prices, smartphones, Specifications, Windows Phone 8 | 1 Comment »
Tuesday, November 26th, 2013
The WD Black2 dual drive (S$459) is available in Singapore with 5-year limited warranty.
WD Black2 dual drive (S$459) is available in Singapore through selected retailers and distributed by Achieva Technology Pte Ltd and Eternal Asia (S) Pte Ltd.
The 2.5-inch drive pairs a 120GB SSD with a 1TB hard drive and connects through a single cable and fits into a conventional 9.5 mm slot.
“Our customers told us they like our Solid State Hybrid Drive technology, but our tech savvy users asked for more control of where they store their data,” said Matt Rutledge, senior vice president of WD’s Storage Technology business unit.
The dual-drive solution is targeted at consumers and service providers looking to upgrade notebooks, small form factor desktops, and single-slot and all-in-one (AIO) systems with both SSD level performance and HDD capacity.
Designed for enthusiasts, creative professionals, gamers and PC builders, the WD Black2 dual drive provides improved overall drive capacity, performance, and reliability, while offering the flexibility to choose how and where their data is stored.
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Tags:availability, hard drive, HDD, prices, Singapore, SSD, storage, WD
Posted in Accessories, Announce, Availability, Gadgets, gadgets, Launch, newArrivals, Prices, Specifications, storage drive, Western Digital | 4 Comments »
Monday, November 25th, 2013
Fuji Xerox today launched the Fuji Xerox DocuPrint P215 b (S$99), DocuPrint M215 b (S$169) and DocuPrint M215 fw (S$299). These monochrome printers are available in Singapore from today.
The new Fuji Xerox printers (from left): DocuPrint P215 b (S$99), DocuPrint M215 b (S$169) and DocuPrint M215 fw (S$299).
Created for small businesses and home offices, these compact, monochrome printers promises to help businesses save money, energy and reduce their impact on the environment.
RRP (inclusive of GST):
- DocuPrint P215 b: S$99
- DocuPrint M215 b: S$169
- DocuPrint M215 fw: S$299
With Fuji Xerox’s S-LED (Self-Scanning Light Emitting Diode) and DELCIS (Digitally-Enhanced Lighting Control Imaging System) technology, these printers will be able to produce consistently sharp images at true 1200 x 1200 dpi.
The new printers boast the following:
- Trouble free, user friendly, better productivity and assured speed.
- Easy to use with intuitive LCD screen, wireless connectivity and direct scan to USB memory.
- Energy efficiency saves money and the environment.
- Small business printers with big business features – Guaranteed quality and reliability.
Below are more details from the press release.
Tags:availability, DocuPrint, Fuji Xerox, laser, monochrome, prices, print, printers, Singapore, SOHO
Posted in Announce, Availability, Fuji Xerox, Gadgets, gadgets, Laserjet, Launch, newArrivals, Prices, Printers, Specifications, Uncategorized | 2 Comments »
Monday, November 25th, 2013
Kluang is a town and district located in the state of Johor, in the southern portion of peninsular Malaysia. The city is named after the fruit bats that were once common in the region.
Andrew Ng checks out a few of the many attractions that draw tourists to Kluang. If you’re a coffee lover, read about 멀라이언쿠기 (Merlion Cookie)’s journal about HER visit to Kluang.
* All the pictures in this article were taken by Andrew.
Kluang Coffee Powder Factory workers roasting coffee.
It was a trip down nostalgia. The last time I took a train to Malaysia, I was still in high school a few decades ago. Back then, I boarded the train at the former Tanjong Pagar station.
Grooving to the tune of Cek Mek Molek in the entertainment car.
Fast forward to 2013, I had the opportunity to relive that memory when I was invited to make a trip to Kluang.
The event was organised by the Malaysia Tourism Promotion Board, at the direction of Noor Aine Ismail and assisted by Putrie Rozana Soraya.
I have to say, Malaysia pulled out all the stops to ensure the participants experience a Truly Asia hospitality.
(from the right) Dato’ Husni Zai Yaacob, High Commissioner of Malaysia in Singapore; Jamaluddin Mat Lazim, Locomotive Inspector; Mohd Zain Mat Taha, General Manager KTM Intercity.
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Tags:holiday, Johor, Kluang, Malaysia, sightseeing, tourism, travel, vacation
Posted in Events, Holiday, Photos, Review, Travel, travel | 14 Comments »
Monday, November 25th, 2013
Linksys announced its fastest Wireless-AC router today. It will debut in Singapore at SITEX 2013 at a promotional introductory price of S$319, with free gifts worth up to S$188.
After the show, this flagship model will retail at S$339 from 2 December onwards. All prices include GST.
The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 is the company’s flagship router with the fastest Wireless-AC speed.
Equipped with a dual-core processor and external antennae to deliver higher speed and wider range, the Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 promises high-performance connectivity in the home.
“Linksys understands that today’s consumers need reliable wireless coverage throughout their home. With our expertise in networking we have brought today’s best wireless technologies together in one sleek form factor,” said Tang Boon Ping, Director, Asia, Linksys and Belkin.
The new router offers speeds of up to 600Mbps to Wireless-N clients and up to 1300Mbps to Wireless-AC clients.
The Linksys Smart Wi-Fi Router AC1900 EA6900 also sees the re-introduction of three external and removable dipole antennae, for better performance.
Aside from giving consumers maximum flexibility in steering the signal to enhance network range and stability, the inclusion of external antennae also allow discerning users to swap out the antennae with other types depending on personal preference.
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Tags:availability, Belkin, Linksys, network, prices, promotions, router, SITEX 2013, Wi-Fi
Posted in Accessories, Announce, Availability, Belkin, Gadgets, gadgets, Linksys, Network, newArrivals, Prices, Router, Specifications, Wi-Fi | 3 Comments »
Sunday, November 24th, 2013
From Thursday this week, the final of the four large annual IT exhibitions in Singapore will take place for four days (28 Nov – 1 Dec) at the Singapore EXPO, in Halls 4B-6. SITEX 2013 will open daily from 11 am to 9 pm (Admission FREE).
SITEX 2013 @ Singapore EXPO (Halls 4B, 5 & 6) from 28 November – 1 December. Admission FREE, daily 11am to 9pm.
This year, SITEX comes closely on the heels of the new kid on the block – the Consumer Electronics Exhibition (CEE) which ended on 3 November.
For SITEX 2013, I’ll be compiling selected promotions and flyers from the exhibitors in a photo album on the tech4tea.com Facebook page.
You can browse the album or directly access a specific flyer via the list of links above, which I will update over the next few days, as the embargoes are lifted.
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Tags:accessories, audio, cameras, computers, EXPO, IT exhibition, printers, promotions, Singapore, SITEX, SITEX 2013, smartphones, tablets
Posted in Events, events, Exhibition, Gadgets, Linksys, Network, Promotions, Router, Shopping | 4 Comments »
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013
The Golden Mount temple in Bangkok is a landmark of the city and a popular tourist sight.
Located roughly between Khaosan and Siam Square, the temple has a chedi (stupa) built on a small artificial hill, affording a panoramic view of the entire city.
Wat Saket Ratcha Wora Maha Wihan, or Wat Saket – more commonly known as the Golden Mount Temple, sits atop a steep artificial hill in Bangkok. Taken with a Samsung NX 2000.
We got to the Golden Mount temple by taking the local Khlong Saen Saep canal express boat from our hotel in Sukhumvit.
The Khlong Saen Saep canal express boat is a very useful boat ferry taxi to visit many of the tourist sights in Bangkok – if you can stomach the murky water and the thrills of hopping on and off the boat before it pushes off from its very momentary stop at each pier. Taken with a Samsung NX 2000.
That ride in itself is a little adventure and a good way to sit among the locals and get a taste of how they actually commute.
It was also the most direct, cheapest and effortless way for us to get to the temple.
Panoramic view of Bangkok city from the top of Golden Mount. Taken using Panorama mode with a Samsung GALAXY Note 3.
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Tags:Bangkok, Bangkok 2013, Golden Mount, holiday, panorama, Saket, temple, Thailand, travel, vacation
Posted in Bangkok 2013, Cameras, Events, GALAXY, Holiday, MIL, Note, Photos, Samsung, Travel, travel | 16 Comments »
Monday, November 18th, 2013
A temple with a panoramic view, safari of wild animals, shopping every step of the way, massages and perennially congested traffic.
End of year is a good time to visit Bangkok, when it’s not so hot and it doesn’t rain so much or at all. Taken with Samsung GALAXY Note 3.
Thailand used to be a frequent destination for our year-end break, being so near to Singapore, and the friendliness of its people.
Our whole family had a whale of a time, “interacting” with the wax figurines. Visitors are allowed to touch and pose with wax replicas of Beyonce, Justin Bieber, Ronaldo, Tiger Woods, Oprah Winfrey and other celebrities. Taken with Samsung NX2000.
What we liked most was how doting they were to little children – wherever we went with our young children, you could see the face of the locals brighten up with a smile, some going out of their way to chat with them and pat them.
Water fountain outside Siam Center. Taken with Samsung NX2000.
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Tags:Bangkok, Bangkok 2013, holiday, shopping, Suvarnabhumi, Thailand, travel, Tussauds, vacation
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Tuesday, November 12th, 2013
The PlayStation 4 (PS4) will be available in Singapore for S$639 on 19 December. 3 bundle sets and 23 launch frame software titles will be released on the same day.
Update (19 December, 2013):
PlayStation fans who pre-ordered the PS4 queued up at Sony’s pop up store at Wisma Atria today to collect their purchases.
Hiroyuki Oda, Deputy President of Sony Computer Entertainment Japan Asia & Atsushi Endo, General Manager, Singapore Marketing Center presented the PS4 set and PS Vita TV to the first and second pre-order buyers.
The first 30 pre-order buyers waiting in line received a PlayStation Vita TV, while the next 30 pre-order buyers waiting in line received a 10 year PlayStation Plus membership.
The next 100 pre-order buyers waiting in line received a limited edition AAPE Tee + Cushion.
Sony PlayStation 4 pop up store outside Wisma Atrium will be there from today till 1 January 2014.
The PlayStation 4 Roadshow at Wisma Atria will be held until 1 January 2014.
Those who pre-ordered the PS4 at the focus shops can collect their orders from the respective shops they ordered from.
Queue at the pop up store before collection commenced at 2pm.
* All photos in this article are from Sony Computer Entertainment Inc.
Sony PlayStation 4 with DualShock 4 and PSP camera.
The 3 bundle sets, comprises a PS4 system and a selected PS4 title or PlayStation Camera.
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Tags:DualShock, gaming, launch, PlayStation, Singapore, Sony
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