my new station

Just bought myself a desktop pc for my photo editing works. Spec wise should be sufficient with Intel i3 , 4gb ram, a Cuda base graphic card wuth 1GB texture memory n 500gb hard disc. All for RM2150 plus a Samsung 21'monitor.

Alonso are getting closer!! Viva Tifosi...

Mark Webber extended his championship lead to 11 points on Sunday night, despite finishing on the lowest step of the podium and colliding with Lewis Hamilton during a long and hot Singapore grand prix.

The Australian finished behind pole sitter and winner Fernando Alonso, as well as his Red Bull teammate Sebastian Vettel.

At the chequered flag just before the 2 hour time limit was up, Ferrari's Spaniard and German Vettel were separated by just 3 tenths of a second.

But Vettel's points gap to Webber, who was a further half minute behind the leading battle at the finish, is still more than 20 points.

Webber's closest challenger is now Alonso, who has won the last two races from pole position in the resurgent Ferrari.

He leapfrogs Hamilton in the drivers' standings, after the Briton retired for the second race in a row due to a collision.

My Laptop are getting old.....hurm

My 5 years old laptop is giving up again. After a few month running smoothly with windows 7, now i see troubles. Something to do with the graphic it didn't support! It surely support during the first few month but sadly, it won't now. I'm a bit confused but need to downgrade back to WIndows XP to see if the problem was the unsupported graphic drivers. If not, I surely will miss my beloved laptop and welcome a new PC. Have a lot of editing to do from my studio photoshoot and needed a computer ASAP...duhhh

Cycling Journal - Day 9

After a long though, I have decide to skip the KOM race held in Ipoh on the Oct 10th. Base on current condition, I am not ready to compete in any racing event. Hopefully, there will be other upcoming races in 3 month time. By then, I am much more ready physically and mentally.For time being, I will continue my daily training regime as it surely improve my fitness. My leg felt much more lighter and my cadence is much more higher.

Fringe Season 3 - its here.....

Europe to Get Windows Phone 7 Oct. 21, Ahead of US, says Report

Phones running Microsoft's Windows Phone 7 might be available in Europe almost three weeks before the new smartphone platform lands on American store shelves. France, Germany, the U.K., and Spain will reportedly start selling Windows Phone 7 devices on October 21, the blog Neowin reports based on discussions with anonymous sources. Meanwhile, Windows-focused blogger and author Paul Thurrott reports that a "very reliable source" says Windows Phone 7 arrives in the U.S. on November 8.

While Microsoft hasn't made any official Windows Phone 7 announcments, both the Neowin and Thurrott reports appear to support each other. Neowin says it was unable to confirm whether U.S. customers would get their hands on Windows Phone 7 devices the same day as Europe. While Thurrott says he doesn't "know anything about a European launch" only that November 8 is Windows Phone 7's U.S. debut.

Until now, the most promising date for a Windows Phone 7 launch was October 11 since the company is reportedly planning a press event for that date. But now it appears Microsoft may be using that event to make an announcement unrelated to Windows Phone 7. It's not clear what that announcement might be.

Nevertheless, Neowin believes Microsoft will be showing off some Windows Phone 7 devices on October 11, but will also hold several launch events worldwide on October 21. Microsoft has only stated that Windows Phone 7 devices will be available in the later part of 2010, presumably in time for the holiday season.

Recently, an HTC executive based in the Middle East said the smartphone manufacturer would launch Windows Phone 7 handsets in October.

While you wait for Windows Phone 7 devices to finally arrive, what may be some of Microsoft's marketing materials for the smartphone platform have surfaced. The blog WMPowerUser got its hands on two commercials that show a Windows Phone 7 device called the HTC Mondrian available on AT&T. Rumors about the Mondrian have been circulating for several months. Specs for the device are scarce, but it is believed the Mondrian will be sporting a Qualcomm 1.3 or 1.5 GHz Snapdragon processor.

Waiting for this too....starts Sept 23rd....

Welcome back Chuck.....

Cycling Journal - Day 6

Rest day. Leg felt a bit tired. Sore knees. Will resume training tomorrow. Its not as easy as it looks.

Leaf Aptus-II

You ever wonder how CSI sleuths can keep enhancing their images all the way until they see what brand sneakers the perp is wearing? Well, they probably had a pre-release version of one of these Aptus-II 12s from Leaf. This new digital back can fill a staggering 80 million pixels with imaging data, thanks to its 53.7mm x 40.3mm-sized CCD sensor. It comes strapped with a 3.5-inch touchscreen on the back, 80 to 800 ISO range, 1.5 0.6fps capture rate, and a mind-boggling 480MB max file size per image. Should you have the imaging gear to match up to such might, you'll want to know that the Aptus-II 12 is shipping now from Leaf Partners worldwide with a price tag just under €24,000 ($31,387), or you could grab the 12R version -- which features a rotating sensor allowing you to shoot portrait shots without having to turn your camera sideways -- for €31,995 ($41,850). That's actually pretty decent value for your money, considering you'd have had to spend the same amount on the Aptus-II 10 only six months ago -- and that only had a measly 56 megapixel sensor!

FUJIFILM announces FinePix X100

Pre-Photokina 2010: Fujifilm has announced the X100, a large-sensor compact camera aimed at professional and enthusiast photographers. Based around a 12Mp APS-C CMOS sensor, Fuji EXR processor and 23mm F2 Fujinon lens (equivalent to a 35mm semi-wideangle), the classically-styled camera features traditional analogue controls for shutter speed, aperture and exposure compensation. Of particular note is the new 'hybrid' viewfinder system which allows the user to switch between optical and electronic viewfinders and project detailed shooting information into the OVF. The spec is rounded off by 720p HD movie recording, a 460k dot 2.8" LCD, flash hot shoe, and magnesium alloy top and base-plate castings. The camera will be available from early 2011.
Hybrid Viewfinder New Development
The Hybrid Viewfinder on the FinePix X100 combines the window-type “bright frame” optical viewfinder found in high-end film cameras such as 35mm or medium-format cameras, and the electronic viewfinder system incorporated in fixed single lens or mirrorless digital cameras. By integrating a prism for the 1,440,000 dot LCD panel image on the viewing screen in the reverse-Galilean optical finder, the Hybrid Viewfinder can show both the shooting frame and a variety of shooting data.

It can also be used as a high-quality electronic viewfinder to compose or playback shots, with the ability to instantly switch between optical and electronic viewfinder images with simple “one touch” control. The new Hybrid Viewfinder offers users expanded freedom in the composition and enjoyment of photography in a range of challenging shooting conditions.

Cycling Journal - Day 5

Again,a 30 minutes high cadence indoor trainer. Later, a 10 minutes hit the road session to cold off. The legs felt a bit lighter.

BMW Concept 6 Series Coupé revealed

Ahead of the Paris Motor Show, BMW has released the first pictures of the Concept 6-Series Coupe.

Designed to be a "stylish and authentic expression of superior sports performance," the car is effectively a two-door version of the Concept Gran Coupe. As such, it features LED headlights, a massive twin-kidney grille, a four-tailpipe exhaust system, and 20-inch aluminum wheels.

Inside, the cabin boasts two-tone leather upholstery, wood trim, and gloss black accents. Other goodies include a 10.2-inch iDrive display, a digital instrument cluster, and a 16-speaker Bang & Olufsen audio system.

While the company declined to talk engine specifics, it's safe to assume power is provided by a twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 with 395 hp (294 kW / 400 PS) and 450 lb-ft (609 Nm) of torque.

More information will be released later this month, so stay tuned to WCF for continuing coverage.

Source: BMW

Cycling Journal - Day 4

Morning - a good half an hour high cadance training.
Evening - Got to cut short on road training coz hit by torrential rain.

Continue back on the trainer.

M. Night Shyamalan's 'Devil'

Got a chance to watch the movie yesterday. What can i say...its a better movie than The Last Airbender( OMG...). But, its not up to The Six Sense standard. The storyline is damn simply with coincidence or faith brought all those unlucky people into the same lift plus one suppose to be a "devil". From there, like most of all M. Night movies, theres one dude will have this senses or story telling regarding something( aka Lady in the water ) and narrated all the way..bla bla bla. The good thing is we cannot guess who's the devil was till the end. Unfortunately, for me, its too flat and predictable.I will give 3 star out of 5.

My indoor trainer

Just bought this indoor road race mount trainer to help me regain my fitness without the needs to hit the road asap. Been doing a high cadance workout with the major attention to lighten those rusty leg of mine.

DSLR....what I thought..

3 DSLR launched within a month. Canon with the replacement of 50D, Olympus with the E5 and Nikon with the D7000, succesor of the D90. Wat do i think is the best?

As for the Olympus , its in a different category as its should be in a pro level dslr. Looking at the spec, as promises by Olympus earlier, they will retain a 12MP dslr as the highest pixel in their DSLR armour. With a new sensor, brighter articulate screen and proven weather shield body and adding a video mode, Olympus should be par with its rival. But there's no stepped up striking features that can blow the competition aparts. The price should be competitive as its will rival the Canon 7D and the Nikon D300s. ( both are APS-C ).

As for the Canon, I am a Canon 50D user and i am a bit disappointed with the 60D spec. Throwing in articulate screen, an in camera RAW editing, art filter doesn't do justice with the camera. I do understand that Canon already have 7D in the fierce semi-pro category and badly needed a rival in advance amateur like the D90 direct rivals. Dropping the magnesium body, lower the speed and no micro adjustment is not what people's expected. Reataining a 9AF like the 550D also not a welcome move by Canon. Nikon and Olympus did came out with their brand new sensor technology in their new launch dslr as Canon still going with the 3 years old DiGic IV sensor. Now, 50D, 5D MK II, 7D, 500D,550D and 60D share the same sensor.

And the Nikon D7000. A new sensor, a magnesium body, faster burst speed, full HD mode. Its totally outrun the Canon 60D in some area. With the price of USD100 below the Canon 60D, Canon should be worried. A new 35AF point compared with 9AF in 60D, its a major step up from the D90. AS Canon loose its magnesium body shell, Nikon added this in their armour. A welcome move by those at Nikon. As for the movie mode, Canon still have a slight advantage but the Nikon is just right behind. It should be an interesting review as who will take the crown in this segment.

For my personal conclusion, I am a hardcore Canon fans but for now, the Nikon D7000 is the best among the 3 product launch. Canon should take serious action as Nikon is catching up with much better product than the Canon. As for the Olympus, its a huge steps from their previous E-3 but still its a long way for them to catch-up both Canon and Nikon.

KNOG cyclometer

Just got myself a Knog cyclometer. Now, i can monitor my daily training pro gramme. Nowadays meter is just so easy to install plus its cheap. Love the striking red colours. Sort like a focal point @ my total bike appearance.

Resident Evil - Afterlife in 3D

Got the chance to watch it and aparts from 3D n stuff, i just prefer the 1st and 2nd installment. The storyline is weak, the big hooded guy just came from nowhere...not that strong enough though. Milla and Ali is damned HOT....Wentworth Miller character is exactly like his Scolfield character in Prison Break. Out of five....i give 2.5

Nikon D7000

It's been a long time coming, but Nikon has finally unveiled its new midrange model, the D7000, in one of the most eagerly anticipated announcements of the year. The D7000 doesn't replace the D90; it's launching at a higher price than the D90 did, and the D90 is still widely available. Instead, the D7000 takes on the Canon 60D in the price class up from the D90, with a host of improvements that portend well for the new camera.

What's new? Lots. The D7000 incorporates a new Nikon-designed 16.2-megapixel sensor coupled with its Expeed 2 processor; with this pairing Nikon ups its analog-to-digital conversion to 14-bit processing, which has the potential to produce a noticeably better dynamic range. There's also a new (presumably better) metering sensor, more sophisticated autofocus system that falls somewhere between the D90 and D300s in sensitivity, and a viewfinder with 100 percent scene coverage.

It's also Nikon's first dSLR to rise to 1080p HD video, with the added bonus (for whatever it's worth) of full-time autofocus during video capture. And the body's construction, while not quite as tanklike as the D300s, incorporates an all-metal chassis with magnesium-alloy covers (the rest is polycarbonate), and is sealed against dust and moisture like the D300s.

There are also some changes from the traditional Nikon body design that I think are great. The D7000 has custom settings available via the mode dial (rather than just through a powerful but confusing menu interface) and a dedicated movie record button. It also provides two card slots in a category that generally only offers one, and uses a new battery grip that supports AA batteries.

My ride - Orbea Team Replica

First day on the bike. Totally out of breath! The legs doesn't have the power at all...Need a lot of workout...seriously...

TGS: “Some incredibly cool Kinect news” coming this week, says MS

So here we are. After San Francisco, Los Angeles and Cologne, we’ve come to the last stop in gaming’s conference calendar: Tokyo. And it sounds as though Microsoft’s readying some decent Kinect news.

Major Nelson’s said on the latest episode of his podcast there will be some big Kinect news coming this week from Tokyo Game Show.

“We have some cool Kinect news, that’s all I can say right now,” he said, before someone else on the show jumped in and added:

“Wait, no: we have some incredibly cool Kinect news.”

Microsoft’s already said more reveals for the motion camera will be coming this week in Japan following its announcement of a 250Gb bundle with the tech last week.

Expect whatever the news is to come out of the Microsoft-led TGS keynote on Thursday, with Microsoft Games Studios boss Phil Spencer and Xbox Japan chief Takashi Sensui delivering the speech.

source: By Johnny Cullen VG247

One conclusion is very clear after driving the 2011 Kia Optima: Kia has Honda and Toyota in its sights, and it won’t be denied. The first two generations of the Kia Optima barely created a ripple in the water in a market segment that is among the biggest in the country, but the 2011 Kia Optima is primed to change all that.

Even compared with excellent cars like the Honda Accord, the Optima shines. With styling that bears an unmistakable Audi influence and a feature list that steals the thunder from luxury sedans, the Optima will quickly jump onto many consumer consideration lists. Buyers in this segment like stuff, and the new Optima will offer niceties: heated steering wheel and rear seats, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a glove box with a cooling function.

Previously, Korean cars left two big question marks: reliability and looks. The Optima addresses both. Kia Motors has pulled up its product quality and created a good-looking sedan with an equally good-looking and easy-to-use interior. The midsize-sedan buyer is more concerned about quiet and comfort than about sports-car-like handling, and Kia engineers tuned the Optima’s suspension with that in mind. The car’s standard 200-horsepower, 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine exhibits a throaty roar on to-the-floor acceleration, but otherwise it’s as docile as a sleepy puppy. We expect a little more growl from the 2.0-liter turbocharged version of the engine that delivers 274 horsepower when it becomes available later in the year, but this is a midstream car smack in the middle of a midstream market. The 2011 Kia Optima will likely be more than just a hit in the marketplace; we think it will change the way people think about the Kia brand.

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Dell Lightning: the ultimate Windows Phone 7

Details on the first Dell Windows Phone 7 device have been leaked. Dubbed as the “Dell Lightning”, the device features a sliding (portrait) physical keyboard with a stunning 4.1’’ OLED display.

Apart from this, it also features 1Ghz Snapdragon processor, a 5 megapixels autofocus camera, 1GB of Flash ROM with 512MB RAM and a non-removable 8GB microSD card to go with it. Rest of the specs like GPS, Accelerometer, Compass and Radio are pretty standard, as laid down by Microsoft in chassis requirements for a Windows Phone 7 device.

Blackberry Torch 9800

RIM (Research In Motion) and AT&T paired off to bring us the BlackBerry Torch, a cool mobile device complete with high-res touch screen, slide out QWERTY keyboard and optical track pad. Packed with a Marvell 624MHz processor (a bit skimpy compared to the now-standard 1GHz processor we're used to from most devices) and a 5-mega-pixel camera, the Torch's guts may leave something to be desired on a pure hardware level, but for light users, the newer features will prove plenty enticing. The new BlackBerry 6 OS runs with a full HTML browser, while the music player syncs with your home computer's iTunes library. The Torch's camera even includes an auto-focused flash and shoots 640x480resolution video, albeit not in HD. A universal search option explores the phone, Web and app store while a new Social Feeds app pulls in updates from social media networks like Facebook and Twitter — even RSS feeds. Extras aside, BlackBerry has always been known for its top-notch e-mail and messaging functionality, and for students who rely heavily on such services the Torch is a great fit.

My latest gadget

Switch camp from Blackberry 8900 curve to Windows Phone. Some must think its a crazy decision but the huge 4.1 ' screen, snapdragon 1GHz processor and Regza tech screen is so tempted.

So far having minimal problem using the device but it consume a lot of battery power in performance base setting. WinMo 6.5 is not that bad but its not that good either.

Hopefully, TG01 can support the upcoming new Windows Phone 7 or else...need to change phone again.

Coming Back bike - Orbea Team Replica

Bought myself an Orbea bicycle. Its a aluminium construction with Carbon stays and fork. Complete with Shimano 105 group set, Pro Elite wheels and Easton stem. The bike have a recreational frame position and its good for a comeback trail.

Break Fast with my Industrial Design buddy...

@ Restoran Puteri Sungai Penchala on the 4th of Sept....

Next target will be on the new year. Hopefully more members can join....IDE forever

Devil Movie Reviews, Pictures - Rotten Tomatoes

Devil Movie Reviews, Pictures - Rotten Tomatoes

Canon EOS 60D

Key features

18 MP APS-C CMOS sensor

Advanced creative features with Basic +
Vari-angle (flip-out) 7.7cm (3.0”) 3:2 ratio LCD
Full HD movies with manual control
DIGIC 4
ISO 100-6400, H:12800
5.3fps shooting for up to 58 JPEGs
9-point cross type AF System
iFCL metering with 63-zone Dual-layer Sensor
Integrated Speedlite transmitter
In-camera RAW processing