One of the most important benefit of subscribing to a VPN service is it secures your computer’s internet connection to guarantee that all of the data you’re sending and receiving is encrypted and secured from prying eyes. Though it is pretty straightforward to configure a VPN service connection on most devices (e.g. Laptop, smart mobile devices, etc), there are some devices…
New Nescafe Dolce Gusto GENIO 2 machine – first experience for a long time Nespresso Fan | Household Gadgets Review
Sometime back, I chanced upon the new Nescafe Dolce Gusto Milo capsules. As a regular Nespresso fan (essentially a coffee lover), I have never taken a second look at the Nescafe machine. But at that moment, I have thought of getting one to allow my young kid to safely make her own cup of hot milo. Fortunately, Nescafe ran a…
Prepaid data roaming in Australia Melbourne | Travel IT Guides
As usual, having access to cellular data roaming in the country of visit is important to traveller like myself. In the recent trip, I have managed to subscribe and try out Optus 4G prepaid data sim card plans. Getting the prepaid cards is very straightforward as the retail store is located opposite the exit of the international arrival hall. Contact…
Aztech LollieEgg – cooking eggs with ease and safely | Household gadget review
Now you can cook eggs without the oil splatters with the all new Aztech LollieEgg. For me, it provides the additional safety for my kid for not preparing her favourite fried omelette over the fire stove. Sporting in 2 different colours – Pink and White, the Aztech LollieEgg is cool to the touch with its Cool Touch aluminium body that…
FujiFilm Instax Share Smartphone Printer SP-1 : Print your photos anywhere, anytime | IT Gadget Review
Now one can have their favorite photos from the smartphone or tablet printed instantly anywhere on the go using the Instax Share SP-1 Smartphone Printer by Fujifilm. It uses Instax Mini film, runs on two CR2 batteries (approx 100 prints) or a power cable (not included), and is wireless. It is actually a Wi-Fi printer and connects to your…
Dean & Deluca at the new Central Embassy mall in Bangkok – exquisivity in simplicity | Food places review | Thailand
In my recent business trip to Bangkok, Thailand, I chanced upon the grand opening of the latest luxurious mail – Central Embassy along the streets between Chitlom & Pleonchit. It is an expensive retail project for the Central Group, which paid 6 billion baht for the land. Another 7 billion was spent on construction, while 5 billion went on interior…
Sports Singapore Active SG – Get your free S$100 credits now! | Singapore | Mobile Apps
Singapore Sports Council was renamed as Sports Singapore and one of its latest initiative is the launch of ActiveSG on 26th April 2014. ActiveSG will offer a comprehensive range of studio programmes for all fitness levels. Not just for individuals, there will also be programmes for children and families that want to exercise. As part of encouraging Singaporean & PR…
Google Glass Applications – How to side load 3rd party apps & compile Glassware project to apk files | IT Gadgets Guides
Google Glass is a device that is pretty much running on a customized version of Android. For the current firmware XE16.11, the base OS is a customised kitkat 4.2.2. Currently, there’s only one way to develop apps for Glass, which Google calls “Glassware”: Using Google’s Mirror API. The Glass Development Kit (GDK) is an add-on to the Android SDK that…
First hand experience on Google Glass Explorer – fashion statement or useful digital wearables? | Gadgets Review
Google’s Project Glass is the next step in wearable technology from smart watches. In simple terms, it’s a smart pair of glasses. Earlier this month, I have managed to get myself the 2nd version of the Google Glass – Explorer version, shipped all the way from States. As of now, Glass has only been offered to a select few tech enthusiasts…
Apple Q2 2014 Results Snapshot & Technical Analysis | US Stocks
On 23rd April 2014, Apple (AAPL) revealed their Q2 2014 earnings, which saw 43.7 million iPhones sold, exceeding the expectations of Wall Street. The company also increased their stock buyback program to over $130 billion, on top of announcing a 7 for 1 stock split; all this drove the stock up around 8% in after hours trading. The margins are still…