Alan Soon

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Ocean Restaurant at SEA Aquarium – Resort World Sentosa | Dining with an Ocean View | Food Places Review

March 24, 2013
Ocean Restaurant at SEA Aquarium – Resort World Sentosa | Dining with an Ocean View | Food Places Review

Among all the theme-based restaurants which we have visited in Resort World Sentosa, this is by far the most interesting and enjoyable one – Ocean Restaurant. Clearly illustrated by its...Among all the theme-based restaurants which we have visited in Resort World Sentosa, this is by far the most interesting and enjoyable one – Ocean...
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Microsoft Surface Pro – A worthy component in the mobile gadget space? | IT Gadget Review

March 16, 2013
Microsoft Surface Pro – A worthy component in the mobile gadget space? | IT Gadget Review

Although Microsoft has released their all new Windows 8 powered tablet back in Q4 2012, the stocks were quite limited in availability within US & Europe. It is only recently...Although Microsoft has released their all new Windows 8 powered tablet back in Q4 2012, the stocks were quite limited in availability within US &...
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New Jailbreak for iOS 6.X and Apple A6, A5 devices is out! – Evasi0n | IT Guides

February 13, 2013
New Jailbreak for iOS 6.X and Apple A6, A5 devices is out! – Evasi0n | IT Guides

Finally, after a long wait the A5 & A6 devices can be jailbreak-ed with the all new Evasi0n patch. This means that all new iPad mini, iphone5, iPad 4 including...Finally, after a long wait the A5 & A6 devices can be jailbreak-ed with the all new Evasi0n patch. This means that all new iPad...
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Apple stocks plunged 9% after announcing their Q1 2013 results – a bargain buy? | Fundamental Analysis | US Stocks

January 24, 2013
Apple stocks plunged 9% after announcing their Q1 2013 results – a bargain buy? | Fundamental Analysis | US Stocks

Apple (AAPL) just announced their fiscal 2013 Q1 results which came in ‘unspectacular’ against what traders were anticipating. Nevertheless, it is still a very decent report card if we do...Apple (AAPL) just announced their fiscal 2013 Q1 results which came in ‘unspectacular’ against what traders were anticipating. Nevertheless, it is still a very decent...
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Data roaming in Korea – Rent local Telco Sim Card for web surfing | Travel Tips

December 28, 2012
Data roaming in Korea – Rent local Telco Sim Card for web surfing | Travel Tips

To me, the most important must-have is internet connectivity especially if it is during an overseas trip. However, my last trip to Korea, I’m rather taken aback on the lack...To me, the most important must-have is internet connectivity especially if it is during an overseas trip. However, my last trip to Korea, I’m rather...
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The battle of the smartphones – S3 vs Note 2 vs iPhone 5 | IT Gadgets Review

November 18, 2012
The battle of the smartphones – S3 vs Note 2 vs iPhone 5 | IT Gadgets Review

This Q4 2012 has been a very busy quarter for most major handset manufacturers in attempt to release their very own handsets before the festive period so as to grab...This Q4 2012 has been a very busy quarter for most major handset manufacturers in attempt to release their very own handsets before the festive...
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Useful tips and guides – Driving to Legoland Malaysia from Singapore | Travel & Drive

November 11, 2012
Useful tips and guides – Driving to Legoland Malaysia from Singapore | Travel & Drive

Asia 1st Legoland theme park is officially launched since September 2012. The 76-acre (31-hectare) park, which will offer 40 rides is one of the main attractions of Iskandar Malaysia – a...Asia 1st Legoland theme park is officially launched since September 2012. The 76-acre (31-hectare) park, which will offer 40 rides is one of the main attractions...
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Save electricity with the new Aztech PSC100 S-Plug | IT Products Review

October 31, 2012
Save electricity with the new Aztech PSC100 S-Plug | IT Products Review

Over the weekend, I managed to get this new innovative product from Aztech. Simple concept but goes a long way to help us reduce our carbon footprint. Aztech PSC100 S-Plug is...Over the weekend, I managed to get this new innovative product from Aztech. Simple concept but goes a long way to help us reduce our...
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Apple missed the financial forecasts again – how’s the market responding? | Technical Analysis | US Stock Market

October 28, 2012
Apple missed the financial forecasts again – how’s the market responding? | Technical Analysis | US Stock Market

Last Thurs (25th Nov), Apple (AAPL) announced its earnings for its fourth fiscal quarter of 2012. Apple’s revenue amounted to $36 billion in Q4. With earnings of $8.67 per share....Last Thurs (25th Nov), Apple (AAPL) announced its earnings for its fourth fiscal quarter of 2012. Apple’s revenue amounted to $36 billion in Q4. With...
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SoftBank makes aggressive investment in Sprint – short term dilution but long term strategic move | M&A | Stock Market

October 16, 2012
SoftBank makes aggressive investment in Sprint – short term dilution but long term strategic move | M&A | Stock Market

One of Japan’s largest wireless carriers, SoftBank Corp is spending $20.1 billion to gain a foothold in one of the world’s biggest and most lucrative mobile markets. SoftBank Corp., Japan’s...One of Japan’s largest wireless carriers, SoftBank Corp is spending $20.1 billion to gain a foothold in one of the world’s biggest and most lucrative...
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