I was invited to the event, Nokia Sharing Experience held yesterday at MILK Studio located at 11C Mount Sophia, #02-16. In the RSVP image that was sent to my email, it only states that Nokia is introducing their latest devices as well as Share on Ovi. The first thing that came to my mind when I saw the words “latest devices” is N78 and N96.

The place was a little difficult to find if you have not been to Mount Sophia before (like me). I need to climb up a long flight of stairs before reaching Mount Sophia. Being the usual me, I was there early. My name was always in the early bird draw for almost every Nokia event, but unfortunately I always didn’t win!

Caught up with a couple of Text100 personnel like Felicia, Liyi and Carolyn, finally I can put the face to the name whom I contact with via email. I realized most PR personnel are all girls (except for Dinesh from Nokia and Aaron from Text100). I also talked to several people from Nokia like Angela, Annette (who used to stay 2 levels above me), Keith, Sueanne and a few others whom I did not get their name cards. I am bad with remembering names, better not type it here if I am unsure of it.

The event started off with the press release of Nokia N78, Nokia 6220 Classic and Share on Ovi by the GM of Nokia Singapore, Grant McBeath. Tips on how to use your mobile phone camera to take great pictures by Olivier Henry who is a French Photographer was up next and lastly Keith who is the head of games in Nokia talked about Ovi and Nokia latest devices.

After the talk, there was a mini competition where each and everyone of the invited guests can get to choose either a N78 or 6220 Classic to capture 2 creative images using the device and submit it to Share on Ovi. Being the Nseries fan myself, of course I choose the N78. I took a picture of an Exit sign for the object/people category and a Road Arrow for the landscape category. The winner of each category will get either a N78 or a 6220 Classic, and again unfortunately, I didn’t win.

I must say that whenever there is food in a Nokia event, the food is always good or rather personally I like it! This one is no exception.

I left there at about 7pm as I need to rush off to my Dad’s birthday dinner at Outback Steak House.

Nokia N78
The Nokia N78 will be available in Singapore next week and the RRP for the phone is SGD$808 without any operator plan. I just love the geo tagging feature for this phone. As you all may know this phone came equipped with a GPS so that the location of your photo shot can get tag by the GPS coordinates. In the event of the lost or no GPS signal, the mobile phone cellular signal will kick in and your photo will still get tagged. I was really amazed by this feature. In Singapore where it is a small country, there is base stations almost everywhere and hence the cellular signal tagging can be as accurate as the GPS tagging.

I did asked whether the cellular signal tagging will come to existing Nseries devices in future firmware upgrades and unfortunately the answer is no as the support for the cellular signal tagging is more of a hardware issue rather than a software issue.

I played around with this phone and somehow all the animations in FP2 looks nice but there is a 1 to 2 seconds delay because of the animation. Of course the animation can be turned off easily.

The keypad of the Nokia N78 needs a little getting used to as the Menu button and the Clear button is on the side rather than at the top.

Nokia 6220 Classic
Didn’t get a chance to play with the Nokia 6220 Classic. But it will be available in Singapore in June 2008 with a RRP of SGD$728 without any operator plan. According to Keith, it will be the cheapest 5 megapixel camera phone with Xenon flash and Carl Zeiss optics out there in the market. Imagine this phone as a N82 but running FP2.

Share on Ovi
With unlimited number of media in any channel, Share on Ovi beats Flickr hands down. Flickr only allows 200 photos for the “free” membership. Share on Ovi also beats Facebook as Facebook only allows 60 photos in an album.

You can upload photos, videos and even powerpoint slides to Share on Ovi and share it with your friends. It supports up to 100+ file extensions.

In order to seamlessly upload photos or videos from your Nokia mobile phones to Share on Ovi , you need to download Share Online 3 which is under your Download Folder in your menu.

And best of all, it is free! I almost wanted to pay for the “pro” membership in Flickr but now I think I shall stick to Share on Ovi.

Here is the widget that I embedded from Share on Ovi:

You can check out my Share on Ovi Profile too.

Been at least a week since I last updated this blog. I have been so busy with my other work even during my school holidays.

Here is what I have been up to:

James Blunt’s All The Lost Souls Tour
Caught James Blunt’s All The Lost Souls Tour at the Indoor stadium on the 13th May 2008. It is a one night only concert. Being a poor student, we got the cheapest seat which is SGD$68. I must say that the concert is not that bad although I do not know most of this songs. I have been waiting for the hit song 1973, and he sang it as the last song during the encore which really makes the audience really high. The British girls in front of us was dancing themselves away while we just sit down on our chairs singing to the song.

FRRO
Been trying to promote FRRO together with my partners, David and Michael but somehow we are too technical and we suck in marketing. Going to try Facebook Ads, Google AdSense and perhaps Adverlets or BLOG2u. FRRO office has been bootstrapped to my mom’s office since she got 2 unused units. We are going to do up some signage on the door as well as in our office. We have finally changed the layout of FRRO and integrated our FRRO blog with the main site and of course it is powered by WordPress.

Wave 2 Of My Plugins
Been coding really hard to finalize the second and final wave of my remaining 4 plugins updates. Namely WP-Ban, WP-DBManager, WP-DownloadManager and WP-PostViews. Just to let you all know that the plugins are more or less done unless some last minute bug came out.

lesterchan.net Version 3
Version 3 of this site is definitely going to come on 9th June 2008 which marks the 4 years and 6 months of the current layout. Version 3 is 99.9% done, I have just completed coding the Gallery function and modified the Since Last Visit plugin by Alex King to work with WordPress 2.5. I have also added all the 301 redirects from the current url to the new url into the .htaccess.

Samsung VP-MX10
I feel so bad to keep delaying the review of the Samsung VP-MX10. I even dreamt of Kelvin (the guy in-charge) asking me where is the review. It was freaky. I finally found some time, played around with the MX10, took a few sample videos and wrote the review. The review is 75% done!

Singapore Food Expo 2008
My mom has 2 booths this year at the Singapore Food Expo 2008 which is located in Hall 5 at the Singapore Expo. The Singapore Food Expo 2008 has been on since Friday (23rd May 2008) and it will be on till this coming Tuesday (27th May 2008). The opening hours is from 11am to 10pm. My mom booth is SA07 and SB15. As she did not employ any promoters this year, I will be there to help for the 3 days out of the 5 days. I helped out on Friday and I will be there on Monday as well as Tuesday.

Dad Going To Vietnam
My dad will be flying off to Vietnam to work on the 12th June 2008 for 6 months and he will be back only after Christmas 2008. Been teaching him how to use the computer, how to surf the Internet, how to create, send and read emails and lastly I need to teach him how to use MSN. I think by using the Internet, it would be the most cost effective way of contacting or reaching us. I wanted to give a presentation on WordPress 2.5 during the June 2008 Singapore PHP User Group meetup, but unfortunately, it falls on the 11th June 2008 which is the day before my dad departure to Vietnam.

Computer Games
Started to play all my computer games lately like Team Fortress 2, Command & Conquer 3, Crysis and DotA as now my computer can support all these games!

Got hold of the Samsung VP-MX10 last month but did not have a chance to review it as I was rushing for assignments and preparing for exams.

Here is the brief specifications of the MX10:
Signal Type

• Signal Type: PAL

Storage Media

• Storage Media: Memory

Image Sensor

• Sensor Type: CCD
• No. of pixels: 800K

Lens

• Lens Lens: F Value 1.6-4.3
• Optical Zoom: 34x
• Digital zoom: 1200x
• Filter Diameter: 30.0mm

Display

• Size: 2.7″ wide
• No. of pixels: 112K

Dimension & Weight

• Dimension: 60 x 62.5 x 121 (mm)
• Weight: 280 grams
• Full Specifications

Here are some pictures of beautiful camcorder to keep you all occupied while I played around with it.

Box

Contents In The Box

Front View

Side View

View Finder

Back View

Holding Strap

In the review that I will be doing, I will shoot 2 one minute videos (one in the day and one in the night) and I will upload the video (uncompressed) to let my readers have a look at the quality of the video.

Here is the first wave of my June 2008 plugins update containing 11 plugins. The remaining 4 plugins (WP-Ban, WP-DBManager, WP-DownloadManager and WP-PostViews) shall be in wave 2. All of them should work only on WordPress 2.5. It is not tested for any version below that.

The most general noticeable change would be the path to the plugin is now fixed. Previously it was nested in another folder and I got several hate mails because of that. Since the path problem has been solved, the Automatic Plugin Upgrade should work in theory.

Be sure to read the readme.html and checkout the changelog for more information and most importantly NOTE THE TABS AT THE TOP

WP-EMail 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-PageNavi 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-PluginsUsed 1.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-Polls 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-PostRatings 1.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-Print 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-RelativeDate 1.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-ServerInfo 1.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-Sticky 1.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-Stats 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

WP-Useronline 2.30
» Readme/Changelog
» Demo
» Download Mirror #1
» Download Mirror #2
» Support Forum

You may also want to view Lester Chan’s WordPress Plugins June 2008 Update (Wave 2).

It did not rain for many days, and it finally rain so heavily for a short while yesterday. After sending Li Xiang home, I went back home. As usual, I traveled from PIE (towards Changi), then exit to Clementi Ave 6 and followed by going straight to AYE (towards Keppel). I have been going by that route for 3 years plus and nothing happen.

I was at PIE (towards Changi) on the extreme left lane, some distance just before the slip road to Clementi Ave 6, the car in white (which you can see the photos below) was following me very closely behind me. The lane on my right was a slow moving car, so I decided to speed up a little so that he got enough space to cut to the lane on my right. But I didn’t expect him to exit from the same slip road as me (he is still following closely behind me), as all the way from the slip road to the bend, there is only 1 lane, so I maintain my speed. Once I reached the bend, the road is split into 2 lanes.

I was on the inner lane and he overtook to the outer lane. So I reduced my speed as there is not need for me to hurry anymore, but who knows. The moment I stepped my brake when negotiating the bend, the whole car skidded and hit onto his car which is on the outer lane.

Luckily no one was hurt.

I called home straight to ask my parents to come down as the car requires towing and I have no experience on that. The 4 tires was badly damage and hence the car can’t be drove. On a side note, always remember to get a good tire!

Shortly after that, we exchange contact details, took pictures of the damage. A passing by neighborhood police car stopped to ask if anyone is injured and ask ask to remove the car as soon as possible as the accident site is a bend and it is dangerous for other people.

Next, a passing by ambulance from Civil Defence also came to see if we are alright. They just took down our particulars and then they left.

Next, traffic police and Expressway Monitoring Advisory Systems (EMAS) towing truck came. The traffic police also did ask if anyone is alright and took down our particulars. They also check if the accident did damage any government property.

I am very surprise by the friendliness of these people, the policeman, the traffic police, the civil defence guys and even the EMAS guys. They were all extremely friendly and always smiling. I have no idea whether this is call a service, but they indeed provide one hell of a good service! Thumbs up.

The other car got towed away first and after waiting for some time, the tow truck that suppose to tow my car finally came. When the tow truck uncle came down on the truck, he was also smiling and friendly talking to my mom about the procedures and stuff.

Later my mom is going to bring me to report the accident. I think should be reporting to Independent Damage Assessment Centres (IDAC).

Here are 2 photos that I have taken:

Front Wheels Badly Damaged

The Other Car Only Has A Damage Front

When the car skidded, everything happen so fast, it is like within 5 seconds everything came to a stop. I am still a little shock from the accident yesterday.

Last but not least, my parents always say that accident is part and partial of driving.

After waiting for 5 years, I longed for yesterday to come. It is the time to buy a new computer. As usual, I always buy my computer from Fuwell. I think together with Li Xiang, my family and my mom’s office, we bought at least a total of 5 computers from them.

Enough of story, lets bring on the specifications:

» Intel Core 2 Quad Q9450 2.66GHz 12MB Cache 1333MHz - SGD$467
» Asus X48 Rampage Formula Mainboard - SGD$539
» 2x Crucial Ballistix PC6400/800 4GB Kit (2GB x 2) - SGD$458
» 2x Western Digital Caviar 500GB SATA II 3.5″ HDD (16MB) - SGD$254
» Leadtek PX9800GX2 1GB DDR3 PCI-E - SGD$878
» Samsung SH-S203 20X SATA DVD Writer - SGD$41
» Cooler Master CM690 Black ATX W/Side Window - SGD$125
» Cooler Master M700 Modular 700W Real Power PSU - SGD$229
» 2x Cooler Master 12CM LED Fan - SGD$24
» Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate OEM (64 bit) - SGD$285
» Hardware Installation - SGD$10

Total Cost of CPU: SGD$3,310

Total Cost Of My Computer:

» CPU - SGD$3,310
» Dell 2408WFP UltraSharp 24″ Widescreen Monitor - SGD$921.67
» Bose Companion 2 Speakers - SGD$199

Total Cost: SGD$4,430.67

*UPDATE* My 3DMark06 score is 14,154.

Front View - Cooler Master CM690

Side View - Cooler Master CM690

Computer Specifications In Vista

My Harddrive Is The Weakest Link

Caught Ironman last weekend at Orchard Cineleisure. It was good, one of the best Marvel superheros films around. For the guys, I am guess how you all love those high tech stuffs that Tony Stark used when he used to built his armour. I am hoping I can see that type of technology soon man! Who needs a monitor when you got an interactive holographic projection!

On a slight note, my exams are OVER. Took 4 paper in total. The last paper (Maths) which is yesterday is a total killer! I really hope I can pass it.

For my 3 months summer holidays, I am going to try to launch the version 3 of my website which is basically done except for the gallery part. I am thinking whether should I code myself or use the plugin NextGEN Gallery. The built-in gallery in WordPress 2.5 is lousy. I am hoping to launch the new website together with the release for all my plugins updates for WordPress 2.5 which is estimated to be 1st June 2008.

Marvel just announced the upcoming 4 films and they are Iron Man 2, Thor, Captain America and The Avengers! Spideman 4 maybe in the works too. In addition to the films that will be released this year like The Incredible Hulk and Punisher: War Zone and not forgetting X-Men Origins: Wolverine will be release next year.

2008

• The Incredible Hulk
• Punisher: War Zone

2009

• X-Men Origins: Wolverine

2010

• Iron Man 2 - 30th April 2010
• Thor - 4th June 2010

2011

• The First Avenger: Captain America - 6th May 2011
• The Avengers - July 2011

More juicy details:

Marvel Studio’s David Maisel did also say that Thor will actually be introduced in Iron Man 2, which is one of the crossovers in the works. In addition, in 2011, the Captain America movie will lead directly into The Avengers. Whoever is cast as Steve Rogers aka Captain America will essentially be making two movies at once - since the character will be introduced in the first movie and head straight into The Avengers.

Regarding more Hulk movies, Maisel’s response was “we definitely plan on continuing.” But we all know that depends on how well Edward Norton’s reimagining does this June. In addition, Maisel gave this last update, “I can’t give any other updates other than to say it’s in development and everybody’s excited about Spider-Man 4.” This is definitely a very promising future for Marvel and I’m certain the comics community is abuzz today with much discussion on all of the upcoming films.

Source: Marvel Announces Next Four Films - Iron Man, Thor, Captain America, Avengers!

Ever wondered who is behind the voice of our MRT announcements? She is Juanita Melson. Check out this Youtube video! She is so much better than the current Ah Tiong voice. I wonder why SMRT change that. Sight, yet another part of our nation heritage being take over by Ah Tiongs.

April 2008 Total Traffic

• Total Hits: 5,597,872
• Total Files: 5,186,633
• Total Pages: 432,549
• Total Visits: 161,443
• Total KBytes: 12,313,363
• Total Unique Sites: 103,201
• Total Unique URLs: 14,988
• Total Unique Referrers: 17,076
• Total Unique User Agents: 5,057

April 2008 Daily Traffic

• Hits per Day: Average: 186,595 - Max: 214,049
• Files per Day: Average: 172,887 - Max: 199,563
• Pages per Day: Average: 14,418 - Max: 19,094
• Visits per Day: Average: 5,381 - Max: 6,476
• KBytes per Day: Average: 410,445 - Max: 601,975

Note: Green denotes increase and Red denotes decrease when compared with March 2008.

Previous month site traffic: March 2008