Sunday, September 14, 2008
EOY
Thursday, September 11, 2008
Want your very own forum?
Introducing Invision Power Boards (IPB)
www.ipbfree.com
Its easy to use, and allows various functions such as feeds and user manage.
AT NO COST AT ALL!
For an example, you can view here.
This is a forum I made for my CCA, you cannot log in as you are not a member. This is a private forum and is not open to public. You can customise your forum to be available to the public too. This means that anyone can register and join in the forum.
Monday, September 8, 2008
Iphone 3G? I don't think so.
With Iphone, Singtel actually came up with three new mobile plans.
CLICK ON THE IMAGE FOR CLEARER VIEW8Gb iphone costs additionally S$348,S$49,free and 16Gb costs additionally S$508,S$208, free with Iflexi value, plus, premium respectively.
If you want to stay on your current voice plan, you cannot continue by changing to the Iflexi plans to get IPhone. To get IPhones, you either have to terminate your contract, which comes with a penalty of S$800 if the contractual period has not met, or you either sign another new number/line with the IFlexi plans and use it concurrently with the old voice plan.
Also, with your old voice plan, you may want to think of signing up mobile broadband bundled together to get IPhone 3g, but the phone itself will cost more.
S$568,S$728 for 8Gb and 16Gb respectively.
Yzuke thinks: I don't think it is worth it at all. Such an expensive phone, I think alternatively another phone like the HTC Touch series is worth more the money. IPhone 3G with 2mp camera only? Thats quite sad. But I do prefer its user interface a lot more than windows mobile. With spacious storage with 8Gb or 16Gb, there wouldn't be much problem storing your music and videos. Will do a review if I get to touch an Iphone.
Saturday, September 6, 2008
Windows Mobile? BORING!
"Not So Easy" says google as they now come up with something more interesting.
Introducing Android. Open Source Linux Operating system for Mobile Devices. Its an alternative to windows mobile, and open source! Free for developers. You can download the Software Development Kit(SDK) here.
Hey i've got a try out on my HTC Touch. Got it from some unknown guy while searching on the internet. Looks very user friendly, and simple. The user interface is still better than windows mobile 6, even though its still in development.
Future is with Linux. GO LINUX!
Friday, September 5, 2008
New personal blog
Click Here!
Thursday, September 4, 2008
Google Chrome
So whats all the hype about the new browser called google chrome? To you guys out there check it out at http://www.google.com/chrome. I was amazed by the speedy download,the installer is only 474 kb. Frankly i was not impressed by it at first, the icon for the program looks weird and childish. Look at the icon in the yellow box. It look just like a pokeball from pokemon dosent it?
To be honest the design of the browser is still aceptable(acept from the icon). Chrome is a different kind of browser that you can find out there. It is simple, clean and easy to use. Without all the extra cluttered widgets or skins. The speed, I can assure you is faster than firefox and internet explorer. However i miss the familiar layout of my firefox with its skin, date temperature widgets. Nevertheless google chrome is good for those who want speed and power and does not mind a minimal design.
Monday, September 1, 2008
Trend Micro
Trend Micro's products are split into a few categories:
- For Home (& Home Office)
- For Business
- Small
- Medium
- Enterprise
I am a satisfied user of Trend Micro PC-cillin Internet Security 2007, and i find it easy to use.
Above is a screenshot of the main page of the Anti-Virus (AV).As you can see from the screenshot, it has a very clear interface and is very user friendly.
It consists of 6 main tabs on the left side of the main page:
- Overview
- Virus & Spyware Controls
- Personal Network & Firewall Controls
- Internet & Email Controls
- Other Settings
- Help & Support
The latest Trend Micro product can be found on their website http://apac.trendmicro.com/ (Asia-Pacific) or http://us.trendmicro.com/ (US).
Their newest product have a similar interface as PC-cillin Internet Security 2007.
Key Features of Trend Micro Internet Security 2008:
- Anti-virus
- Anti-spyware
- Email safety scan
- Protection against rootkits
- Proactive intrusion blocking
- Anti-spam
- Two-way firewall
- Home network protection
- Website authentication
- Parental controls
- Data theft prevention
I like Trend Micro's Real-Time Protection that it gives the computer the needed security when opening files and when the programs start running.
It also warns you when some programs are trying to change your computer/internet settings, giving you the rights over the programs to choose whether u want to allow the changes in the settings, when some of the programs might be malicious.
However, there isn't much options for the scanning part of Trend Micro, unlike other products like Adaware, which have "Smart Scan" that saves much of my time.
Trend Micro's scanning takes quite some time, and therefore, it is recommended to scan only when you have the time.
Trend Micro is not well known for scanning properties and it is listed at the bottom of the top AVs around for scanning as it had missed some viruses during comparison.
Related Products:
- Trend Micro Internet Security Pro Includes everything in Internet Security 2008 plus added protection for online transactions.
- TrendSecure™ Additional security software and online services.
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HAPPY TEACHERS' DAY!
Love song for the teachers, by Yzuke whose singing sucks.
Ahhh. Brings back memories.
Little Fighter 2, a popular game between my friends and I when we were in primary school. Guess what? Celebrating the 10th anniversary of LF2, version 2.0 is going to be out this september or october.
New features includes:
Survival mode in stage mode
Playback recording
Background music
for more information, you can visit the lf2 main pageor Perhaps try out little fighter online.
click here
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Cutting your mp3 files especially for rintones.
Main Window
MP3 recording settings
Normalize
Split save
Friday, August 29, 2008
Teachers' Day Video 2008
Serious, the front part is not well done. It's last minute work. Edited some things in slightly before the event started. The first picture was put in that time, and the part when we had one eleven's video was also edited due to grammatical error. Also, I was supposed to remove one of Ms Sylvia Foo's photo, but forgot it. If i really did, the audio will go away too. Makes the whole thing disorganised and odd. With only windows movie maker to do all that, its quite a challenge. Exported it out and ERROR came. Windows has unexpectedly blah blah blah error. (don't rely on windows too much, use UBUNTU!) Luckily managed use Mdm Yip's computer in the HOD room, with her, Mrs Chiang's and Mr Lau(that Tech manager) support and help, managed to get it done in time! It was quite a gamble ah. I didn't really go watch the exported version after editting on Mdm Yip's computer. Anyway, THANK YOU SO MUCH! HAPPY TEACHERS' DAY!
Because of this I didn't manage to get a taste of the cake my class bought ah! AHHH. Sian!
Its all worth it in the end ahh. All the cheering during the video. Made me wanna cry. LOL
Thursday, August 28, 2008
COMEX is here again!
#source from www.comexshow.com.sg
#source from www.comexshow.com.sg
SINGAPORE'S BIGGEST I.T & CONSUMER TECHNOLOGY EXHIBITION
JUST GOT BIGGER!
DON'T MISS THE MUST-ATTEND EVENT FOR NEW TECHNOLOGY,
EXCLUSIVE SHOW OFFERS AND GREAT BARGAINS
ALL UNDER ONE ROOF!
With a record of 330,000 square feet of exhibit space - the largest in show history - sprawling over 5 entire show floors of Suntec City Exhibition Centre (levels 1, 2, 3, 4 & 6), the COMEX show floors will be buzzed with excitement introducing more new product categories, spanning across industries and aimed to improve the consumer experience at home, at work, in the car or on the go.
More than 800 exhibitors will feature a dynamic and comprehensive line-up of the latest and hottest consumer technology gadgets from new next-generation digital televisions, wireless HD, coolest new multimedia phone, ultra mobile PCs, Digital Imaging, Wireless Technology, Portable Entertainment, HDTV, Plasmas, Gaming, MP3, Networking, Digital Media, Audio & Home Entertainment/Lifestyle Products, Broadband Technology, Multimedia, Security, Software, Consumer Electronics to a plethora of accessories all on display.
The biggest of its kind, COMEX 2008 will be an amazing event for consumer technology where visitors will experience the best in digital entertainment products, new gadgets & services combined with Exclusive Show Offers, Great Bargains and Huge Savings to create the ultimate consumer experience.
For the first time, there will be more exhibits at level 2, COMEX @ Suntec Ballrooms 1, 2 & 3.
With 4 Metres of comfortable walkway in each of the hall, visitors can easily breeze through an extensive array of the Latest Tech Gadgets from over 800 Major I.T Manufacturers and Suppliers such as Acer Computer (Singapore) Pte Ltd o Altec Lansing o Apple o Asus Technology Pte Ltd o Benq Singapore Pte Ltd o Brother International Singapore Pte Ltd o Canon Singapore Pte Ltd o Casio Singapore Pte Ltd o Cisco Systems - Linksys (Asia) Pte Ltd o Compaq Singapore o Creative Technology Ltd o D-link International Pte Ltd o Dell Singapore Pte Ltd o Epson Singapore Pte Ltd o Fujifilm (Singapore) Pte Ltd o Fuji Xerox Printers Pte Ltd o Fujitsu PC - AsiaPac Distribution Pte Ltd o Hewlett Packard Singapore(Sales) Pte Ltd o JVC Asia Pte Ltd o Kingston o Lenovo Singapore Pte Ltd o LG Electronics (Singapore) Pte Ltd o Logitech Microsoft o MobileOne Ltd o NEC Computers(S) Pte Ltd o Netgear o Nikon Singapore Pte Ltd o Oki Data (S) Pte Ltd o Olympus Imaging Singapore Pte Ltd o Packard Bell o Panasonic Singapore Pte Ltd o Panasonic Systems Asia Pacific o Pioneer Electronics Asia Centre Pte Ltd o Samsung Asia Pte Ltd o Sandisk o Seagate Technology International Pte Ltd o Sennheiser o Sharp o Singnet Pte Ltd o Sony Ericsson o Sony Singapore Pte Ltd o Starhub Ltd o Symantec Singapore Pte Ltd o Toshiba (Singapore) Pte Ltd o Western Digital (S.E.Asia) Pte Ltd and many more..........
PLUS ! For every $100 paid or deposit placed during the show, you will stand a chance to win:
1st Prize: S$ 20,000 CASH
2nd Prize: S$ 3,000 Cash
3rd Prize: S$ 2,000 Cash
And other attractive cash prizes
(* Remember to redeem your COMEX lucky draw coupons @ Level 6 (Hall 602)- Suntec City Exhibition Centre)
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Copy Files Faster and Easier
TeraCopy is a small utility designed to move files at a maximum speed, with more options than your default Windows Version. I have been using TeraCopy for a few months, and it's quickly become favourite I can't live without.
TeraCopy is free for home users, but only those running Windows. Download your copy here .
A free anti-virus protection for casual users or surfers of the internet is avg free. According to its website, it is used and trusted by over 70 million people. This programe provides a comprehensive basic security with features such as safe download or safe search. The layout is also simple, easy to download and easy to use.
Download this program free at http://free.avg.com/ww.download
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
Professional security
Whether you are at home or on the go, Trend Micro Internet Security Pro safeguards your online transactions, identity, and irreplaceable files with the most comprehensive protection available. Get all benefits of the proven Internet Security plus enhanced identity theft and transaction protection and remote security management.
Trend Micro Internet security Pro delivers the best theft protection, Wi-Fi validation, data theft protection, and system recovery, you can confidently e-mail, shop, bank, or share photos online, knowing your privacy and data are secure.
Price:US$69(One year subscription, install up to 3 PCs)
#HWM
Monday, August 25, 2008
Bored of those LCDs?
It has a wide range of designs for you to choose from. If you like one of them, why don't you get your hands on one?
Currently costs S$699 for these 19" displays
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Tech You On's got a new logo!
Here it is
A change to the webpage will most likely be done during the september holidays, but it all depends on workload and other projects. Look out for TechYouOn2.0!
Friday, August 22, 2008
Wait while 3.0 comes.
On September 18, 2007, Pat Gelsinger demonstrated USB 3.0 at the Intel Developer Forum. USB 3.0 is targeted at ten times the current bandwidth, reaching roughly 4.8 Gbit/s (600MB/s) by utilizing two additional high-speed differential pairs for "Superspeed" mode, and with the possibility for optical interconnect. The USB 3.0 specification was released on August 13, 2008 and commercial products are expected to arrive in 2009 or 2010. USB 3.0 is designed to be backwards-compatible with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 and employs more efficient protocols to conserve power.
#Source-http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USB#USB_3.0
Imagine transfering 1gB of data from your external hard drive in 2 secs or slightly lesser. Thats Cool.
Unique Skins!
YEAH! Got my unique skins a few days ago. Managed to get it on my tablet PC without much trouble. Its fit to the size. Just right. The skin looks just natural. Great product I would say, and recommend all of you to try it out.
Visit Unique Skins
Thursday, August 21, 2008
When there is a winner, there always is a loser.
Dear Yzuke (Substituted name)
School: NHHS
Team Name: 311aa3047
Team Members:
Yzuke(substituted name)
Personaliser(substituted name)
Frazen(substituted name)
Yeoproz(substituted name)
Thank you for your support and participation in N.E.mation!
We commend you and your friends for your interest and efforts in the competition.
Although your team will not be proceeding to the next phase of the competition, we are impressed with the competitive spirit
Besides N.E.mation! III, you can also showcase your creativity
For more information about the SDM Awards, log on to
http://evideo.edu.sg/sdma/index.php/home/students_competition.
Looking forward to your entries at the SDM Awards!
We look forward to your continued support of N.E.mation! III
Yours sincerely,
Ho Wei Siong
Animagine Pte Ltd
Co-organizer of N.E.mation! III
How can I not be sad? We did put in a lot of hard work into our
story you know! Never mind.When there is a winner, there is always a loser.
Anyway, who said we lost? We learnt skills that can make us
improve our stories.
I'LL BE BACK N.E.MATION!! WATCH OUT!
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
N.E.MATION COMPETITION!
N.E.Mation is an animation based competition.
It means National Education Animation, where youths gather together to animate on a topic that can educate others. The team here at Tech You On has joined this competition and we hope to win!.
This years topic is "What Makes You a Singaporean" a very interesting and insightful topic.
The website to sign up is http://www.nemation.sg/index.aspx.
The site also contains the works of past year's participants.
Best of all, the prize is a trip to the prestigious DreamWorks studio in USA!
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
You Can't Believe It
Unique Skin is a company which prints laptops and other gadgets and devices' skins. It provides full customisation and also with a variety of design they have themselves. This is what I personally like about them. We can design our own kind of skin to be used on our gadgets. It makes the gadget special and unique. Perhaps, that is why they named themselves unique skin.
Ordering the product is rather easy too! All I need is a web browser and the applets to design your skin is already in the webpage itself. No messy workarounds with jpeg files and photoshop. Self Customisation made easy.
Visit http://www.uniqueskins.com for more details.
View my next post for the unboxing and applying of Unique skin.
Monday, August 18, 2008
WEE! WEE! Wii!
Nintendo Wii for me is the best game console currently in the market.
What is Wii?
Wii is for everyone. It revolutionizes gaming by bringing in interactions with the game with the Nintendo Wii remote or the Nunchuk. Nintendo Wii will give your family and friends a social experience. It seems like you ARE playing the game, not just by pressing a few buttons, but really moving your arm in a game of tennis and etc.
Why do I need Wii?
Wii is not just a gaming console, it's a reason to get together with your friends and family and play today's hottest games. Wii offers legendary Nintendo franchises like Mario, Zelda and Metroid, as well as all new classics like Wii Sports and Wii Play. Create your own Mii character to star in Wii games. Play friends online over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or use the Internet Channel to surf the net from your sofa. You can even download classic Nintendo games using the Wii Shop Channel.
Nintendo Wii (Jpn) $ 364.00 SGD
Nintendo Wii (Local) + 4 games $ 599.00 SGD
Nintendo Wii (US) with Wii Sports
Visit here for more information
Singapore Managed to Clinch an Olympic Silver!
the Olympic women's table tennis team event, celebrating
for its first Olympic medal in 48 years, first Olympic medal
since independence.
On 17 August 2008, 7.30pm (GMT+8), Singapore and China
played a thrilling match in the Table Tennis Team Women's
Final and it lasted for almost 2 hours.
Despite giving it their best shot, Singapore's table tennis team
Wang Yuegu, Feng Tianwei, and Li Jiawei, were no match for
the China Team, losing a 0-3 in the end. The gold medal went
to China.
Feng Tianwei started off winning the first game for Singapore,
but however, lost the next 3 games to China's veteran Wang Nan.
Li Jiawei also won the first game, but lost the next 3 games to
world number one Zhang Yining. Guo Yue/Zhang Yining won
Wang Yuegu/Li Jiawei in the last match.
Singapore celebrated for this rare silver medal, our first Olympic medal
in 48 years. Singapore flag was finally raised in the Olympic Games,
after such a long wait.
Women's team table tennis result: China beat Singapore 3-0
Wang Nan (CH) beat Feng Tianwei (SIN) 9-11, 11-3, 11-8, 11-6
Zhang Yining (CH) beat Li Jiawei (SIN) 9-11, 11-3, 11-4, 11-7
Guo Yue/Zhang Yining (CH) beat Wang Yuegu/Li Jiawei (SIN) 11-8, 11-5, 11-6.
Saturday, August 16, 2008
CONGRATULATIONS TO SINGAPORE!
It has been a long wait for Singapore which last made the podium at the 1960 Rome Olympics, when weightlifter
Tan Howe Liang (right) won a silver medal - our one and only previous medal, made 48 years ago.
Semi-final results: Singapore beat South Korea 3-2
Feng Tianwei (SIN) beat Dang Ye Seo (KOR) 11-5, 11-5, 11-2
Kim Kyung Ah (KOR) beat Li Jiawei (SIN) 5-11, 11-8, 9-11, 11-6, 11-9
Wang Yuegu/Li Jiawei (SIN) beat Park Mi Young/Kim Kyung Ah (KOR) 11-7, 11-6, 11-9
Dang Ye Seo (KOR) beat Wang Yuegu (SIN) 11-8, 14-12, 11-9
Feng Tianwei (SIN) beat Park Mi Young (KOR) 11-7, 12-10, 3-11, 11-9.
Do your best for the finals against China!
Table Tennis Team Women Finals:
