Monthly Archives: July 2006

PC Decrappifier + Googlepack = New Computer Setup Kit

PC Decrappifier + Googlepack = New Computer Setup Kit

Boy, I really wish I had found this before I had to unload all the junk on my Dad’s new Dell laptop. PC Decrappifier makes it easy to take out what you don’t want, and make your brand new PC feel — brand new, and not bogged down with bloated software. In order to keep…

Technology Warehouse Sale in KL!

Technology Warehouse Sale in KL!

Over the next few days, Foto Miami Kuala Lumpur is having a technology warehouse sale with some really good prices on cameras, phones, and accessories. I managed to pick up quite a fair bit at this event including : A superslim Casio Exlim EX-Z500, with mini-tripod and 512MB SD Card at RM$999 (USD$270) — Usual…

Futuristic Japanese Doorway

Futuristic Japanese Doorway

AJ7dO5nPeJ0 Check out this new Japanese doorway that molds itself to the shape of your body. Created by Tanaka Seisakusyo, it uses IR sensors to tell the door how to morph. The main aim of this product is to help control dust, germs and temperature — But who are we kidding, we just want it…

Surf The Web More Intelligently With StumbleUpon

Surf The Web More Intelligently With StumbleUpon

StumbleUpon, one of my favourite extensions for Firefox was made available for Internet Explorer earlier this week, making it accessible to the bulk of internet users. The concept of StumbleUpon is simple: You tell it if you like a webpage by rating it ‘thumbs up’ or ‘down’. It learns what you like based on how…

IT Dept Blocking Instant Messaging? Use Meebo!

IT Dept Blocking Instant Messaging?  Use Meebo!

My office just started blocking MSN messenger recently, so I’m currently using web-based Meebo as a work around. It’s simple, very functional, and of course — free! Features which I love include: Integration of MSN, Yahoo, Gtalk, ICQ, AIM services all in one — all with a single sign on for ease of use. It’s…