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Asus EEE Pad Transformer

Lester Chan — Sun, 01 May 2011 18:14:50 +0000

Asus launched the Eee Pad Transformer (TF101) at Zirca, Clarke Quay, last Friday, 29th April 2011, the same day that the iPad 2 started selling in Singapore. Singapore is the first South East Asian city to get this “next-generation” tablet that comes with an optional docking station that caters for both tablet and notebook users.

Asus EEE Pad Transformer

Prices
Launch Retail Price

16GB WiFi only: SGD$799 (Eee Pad + Docking station)
16GB WiFi only: SGD$699 (Eee Pad)

Usual Price

16GB WiFi only: SGD$898 (Eee Pad + Docking station)

Specifications

CPU: Nvidia Tegra 2 Dual-Core ARM Cortex A9 (1.0GHz)
OS: Android Honeycomb 3.0
Display: 10.1″ WXGA (1280×800) IPS with capacitive touch
Graphics: ULP GeForce GPU
Memory & Storage: 1GB LPDDR2 (667MHz) + 16GB eMMC Flash + ASUS WebStorage
Connectivity: 802.11b/g/n Wi-Fi & Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR
Camera: 1.2 Mega pixels (Front); 5 Mega Pixels Auto-Focus (Back)
Pad Interface: 1x Mini HDMI, 1x MicroSD Expansion Slot, 1x Audio jack, 1x Docking/Charging Connector Port
Docking Interface: 2x USB, 1x SD Card Reader, 1x Charging Connector Port
Audio: Hi-Definition Audio CODEC, Stereo speaker, Microphone
Video: 1080p HD Video playback
Battery life: Up to 16 hours* (With docking station)
Features: Built-in GPS
Warranty: 1 year international warranty (Eee Pad), 6 months international warranty (Docking station)

Official Link: Asus Eee Pad Transformer

Show Press Release (740 More Words)

ASUS Eee Pad Transformer redefines mobile computing for tech-savvy consumers
Designed for performance and style, the Transformer brings the perfect tablet solution to South-east Asia

Singapore, 29 April 2011 – Blazing a trail of rave reviews and sell-out pre-orders in UK and the USA, the highly-anticipated Eee Pad Transformer is finally available in Singapore. Starting 3 May, savvy mobile professionals and fashion trend-setters here will be the first in South-east Asia to own a new milestone for the Android market – a “next-generation” tablet designed to give the perfect experience for tablet and notebook lovers alike.

Superior features and a visionary appeal. What’s not to love?
The leading industry player who shook the world with its revolutionary Eee PC concept, ASUS has designed the Eee Pad Transformer to provide the most personal and seamless cloud computing experience. Consumers will delight in using its uniquely designed full-sized QWERTY keyboard docking station, which offers two USB slots, SD card reader, and extends the battery life up to 16 hours. Positioned as a highly versatile mobile solution for entertainment, social communication and mobile productivity, pre-order sales opened on 18 April. Consumers snapped up all 100 pre-order units within three hours, with 3 units sold in every 5 minutes.

ASUS, Mr, Bernard Wen, Business Operation Manager, said today at a media launch, “As we see heightened consumer demand and interest in tablets, and a slew of offerings available, the race is on for a game-changer. A device that provides seamless functionality and anticipates your needs – perfect for those who want to stay connected and fuss-free. We believe that the Eee Pad Transformer will inspire new possibilities to the way consumers use mobile devices, beyond tablets, for work and play.”

Power-packed entertainment on-the-go
A true entertainment device, the Eee Pad Transformer provides a cinematic experience wherever you are. Powered by the NVIDIA Tegra 2 dual-core processor, it allows browsing at lightning fast speeds giving users a quicker response time and better performance. Its IPS panel, made from a durable, scratch-resistant glass that is viewable at angles of up to 178 degrees, and producers a crisper and more accurate colour range by up to 50% compared to other tablets in the market. The built-in SRS Sound technology provides users with a 3D stereo audio experience with maximum bass response and a wide sound field from its discrete speakers housed in the 12.98mm thick frame that weighs only 680g. The Transformer comes with a 5MP rear and 1.2MP front facing camera that can shoot and record videos which can be played back in video on HDTVs via a mini HDMI output port.

A pad or a notebook – you make the call
Setting the stage for a new generation of tablets, the Eee Pad Transformer comes with an optional QWERTY keyboard docking station along with unique Android Function keys, transforming the pad into a full-fledged notebook. Preloaded on the Transformer is Polaris Office 3.0, a professional Mobile Office Solution which enables users to edit various types of office documents including documents (.doc), spreadsheets (.xls) and presentation (.ppt) files, turning the Transformer into a mobile warrior at work. The Transformer turns into a versatile media hub with a touchpad, 3.5mm audio jack, two USB ports as well as a built-in SD Card reader for easy file sharing and storage expandability. The docking station also extends the otherwise 9.5 hours of battery life to 16 hours.

Android 3.0 Honeycomb OS with ASUS Waveshare UI
Google’s Android Honeycomb is a revolutionary operating system specially designed and optimized for tablets which enables users a full web experience for on-the-go web browsing, communicating and casual computing. Supporting Adobe Flash 10.2, users await stunning and rich entertainment experiences. The convenient ASUS launcher makes launching software, managing content, accessing online services and connecting devices easy at a tap of a finger. Together with the ASUS’ Waveshare Interface, the Transformer hosts a variety of unique applications such as MyNet, MyLibrary, MyCloud, and more. MyNet wirelessly steams digital media within home network devices so HD videos or music can be played on such devices such as a HDTV, or desktop PCs from the Eee Pad Transformer. MyLibrary is a one-stop solution to browsing the profiles of downloaded books, magazines and newspapers. MyCloud provides easy access to digital content such as music, videos and files from the cloud anywhere, anytime. Users can also use MyCloud to remotely access and control any PC or Mac system, applications and files, extending the versatility of the Eee Pad Transformer experience.

MSI N460GTX Cylone 768D5

Lester Chan — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 12:59:34 +0000

After much hesitation, finally got a new graphics card to replace mine old Leadtek PX9800GX2 1GB DDR3 which gives me BSOD EVERY SINGLE TIME I run any 3D games. This problem occurred just after a year! RMA onced, but the problem came back to my RMAed set once my warranty is over! If I just use it normally (Programming/Internet/Work), it will work fine. But these task does not do justice to my Core 2 Quad with 8GB of RAM!

I thought that I am getting an iMac soon and will not need a graphics card, but after thinking for a few weeks, I think that is still a long way! I am guessing the iMac will be refreshed with a new design in September 2011 and that is the time I am going to get it!.

At first I wanted to get XFX Radeon HD 5830 1GB GDDR5 (SGD$299), but Fuewell at Sim Lim Square ran out of stock, so I ask the guy introduce me a graphics card with a budget of about SGD$300. He recommend me MSI N460GTX Cylone 768D5 (SGD$329) or Asus ENGTX460 TOP 768MD5 (SGD$319). Both come with 3 years warranty. In the end I chose MSI N460GTX Cylone 768D5 because the fan looks cooler! I paid by cash and I got SGD$4 off! So end up paying SGD$325. By the way, now you can pay NETS with no additional surcharge at Fuwell because they have manage to negotiate with NETS to keep the transaction fee low.

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Box Contents

MSI N460GTX Cylone 768D5

PC Show 2009 Hoot

Lester Chan — Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:15:11 +0000

This is a very rare occasion that I did not go for a PC Show at the opening hours but instead went there at 7pm due to work. As compared to IT Show 2009, I do not really like the PC Show 2009. It seems that the walk space between booth is much narrower and Sony/Microsoft normally have a booth at level 3 so that the crowded will be spread out evenly. But for PC Show 2009, their booth are in level 4 or 6 and hence level 4 and 6 is extremely crowded.

The prices as compared to IT Show 2009 (3 months ago) are almost the same if not the same. Thumbdrive and memory cards are the same if not cheaper in Sim Lim Square anytime.

All The Things I Bought

2 Things Are Mine Only!

Damage

Western Digital Passport Essential 320GB: SGD$105.00 (for my uncle)
Canon Ink Combo C: SGD$53.00 (for my mom)
Canon Ink Combo D: SGD$56.00 (for Li Xiang)
SanDisk 8GB SDHC Memory Card: SGD$30.50 (for my boss)
SanDisk 8GB Cruzer Titanium USB Drive: SGD$39.50
Asus 1000HE (Black): SGD$698.00
Asus 1000HE 2GB Ram Upgrade: SGD$39.00
Total: SGD$1021
Mine: SGD$776.50

PC Show 2010 will be happening on 10th June 2010 to 13th June 2010. But for now, lets focus on Comex 2009 which will happen on the 10th September 2009 to 13th September 2009 at Suntec Convention Center.

Just Some Random Entry

Lester Chan — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 17:16:08 +0000

Been a long time since I blogged about my personal life because there is nothing much to blog about. Also I have not watched any movie for the past 1 month plus! The last movie that I watched was The Dark Knight in KL!

School
Just ended my first week of school. It is a 4 day week for me where Monday is my off day. Just when I thought I have to take 4 exams for this semester, I was wrong, the new module CS3361 do not have an exam! Our lecturer who is the CTO of IBM Singapore, told us this piece of good news today. So now I have 3 papers to study for and my last date of my examination is 27th November 2008.

Taiwan
I will be going to Taiwan with Li Xiang during December. My mom got 2 free tickets for a 6 days 5 nights trip to Taiwan as she bought 2 lorries for her office and each lorry is entitled to 1 ticket. Li Xiang and I was thinking of extending the trip to about 2 weeks instead of just 6 days so that we can explore more. Hopefully we are able to do it. Keeping my fingers cross.

Wanted to wait till I am in Taiwan before I get the Asus EEE PC, but apparently the price difference is not that great. According to some online site I checked, it is just a different of SGD$50 and the keyboard layout maybe in Chinese and Taiwan has different voltage from Singapore. Since there are so many factors to consider, I think I shall get my netbook in Singapore. Now I am considering between Dell, Lenovo and Asus. Dell and Lenovo will launch their netbook soon.

Comex 2008
Comex 200 will take place on the 28th August 2008 till 31st August 2008 at Suntec City Exhibition Center (entire levels 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6). The opening hours is from 12pm to 9pm.

Thinking of getting the D-Link DNS-323 (2-Bay Network Storage Enclosure) and along with a 1TB Western Digital Harddisk Drive for my home. The DNS-323 is running on Linux and hence I can do a great deal of stuff on it like use it as a Torrenting machine, FTP server and even a Web Server.

Going to get Li Xiang a USB mouse as her mouse gave up on her a few months back.

Apple iPhone 3G
Singtel will be announcing the price plan for Apple iPhone 3G next week before officially releasing it on 22th August 2008. I have gotten all the documents (authorization letter and my mom’s NRIC) ready for me to jump ship from M1 to Singtel. Apparently when doing the true number portability from one operator to another operator, the account name must be the same for both operators. My M1 line is under my mom’s name and hence when I use the true number portability in Singtel, I need to apply under my mom’s name as well and not mine.

The funny thing is that my mom is using my name for her Singtel line as last time when I was in National Service (NS), they offered discounted plans for NSF and hence my mom switch it to under my name.

My M1 plan will end officially on 24th August 2008 and Singtel will launch the iPhone on the 22nd August 2008. This means that I have to sign up an account with Singtel on the 22nd August 2008 as well. I called Singtel to ask whether 2 days does make a difference in the true number portability as technically my plan with M1 have not ended yet and the CSO said it is fine. Woot!

I am using the iPod Touch and I dare to say that no other devices can come close to the iPod Touch/iPhone in terms of web surfing experience.

With the voice and data plan bundled together with the iPhone, I can surf the Internet wherever I go without worrying about the data charges.

Now the only thing we can hope is Singtel don’t disappoint us with the pricing.

Dad Coming Back For 4 Days
My dad is coming back on the 30th August 2008 for 4 days as there is a long weekend in Vietnam during that week and my dad just need to take 1 day of leave. I have already planned on where to bring my dad go eat to make my dad gain back the weight that he lost in Hanoi.

2 weeks ago, I have already book a table at MELT for Lunch on the 31st August 2008.

Asus F8Sg Laptop

Lester Chan — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 14:53:39 +0000

We bought a Asus F8Sg laptop from South Asia Computer at Funan for my dad.

At the moment, he is using his friend’s laptop to Skype with us and hence he is constrain by the timing and duration of each Skype call. Since there is wireless Internet in his apartment and even better still the wireless access point is installed in his room. We think it would be better to have his own laptop and hence we got 1 for him.

The original price is SGD$1,899.90 and since we are paying by cash, we manage to bargain till SGD$1,850. The free gift is one black 160GB Western Digital Passport Portable Hard Disk Drive worth about SGD$120.

Brief Specifications:

Intel Core 2 Duo T8100 (2.1GHz)
3GB of DDR2 RAM
250GB Hard Disk Drive
NVIDIA GeForce9300M G with Ext 256MB VRAM
14.1 WXGA Screen (1280×800)
1.3M high-resolution Swivel webcam
Built-in WLAN 802.11 a/g/n with Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium

Apple iPod Touch (8GB) or Asus Eee (4G)

Lester Chan — Mon, 18 Feb 2008 04:38:25 +0000

Apple iPod Touch (8GB) for SGD$498 or Asus Eee (4G) for SGD$598?

Apple iPod Touch (8GB) – SGD$498

Asus Eee (4G) – SGD$598

Suggestions or comments anyone?