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

Nokia Music Store opens in Singapore with millions of songs
Music lovers gain easy access to music they love including locally relevant content

Singapore - Nokia announced today that the Nokia Music Store in Singapore is now “live”at www.music.nokia.com.sg. With millions of tracks from major international artists, independent labels and Asian content, the Nokia Music Store brings true freedom to music lovers letting people buy and enjoy music directly from their Nokia device or personal computer 24/7.

“Consumers now have instant access to millions of songs from a very wide gamut of genres ranging from pop to dance to Asian like Mandarin, Malay and Indian music. At the same time, users can enjoy the great usability that the Nokia brand is renowned for,” said Grant McBeath, General Manager, Nokia Singapore. By using the integrated mobile and PC download service, music lovers here can build a music collection that is truly mobile through the Nokia Music Store.”

“With the rising demand for digital music in Singapore, Nokia Music Store increases the options for consumers by leaps and bounds, as well as brings the artists closer to their audience through their mobile device, an intimate platform that is always with them,” said Gary See, Managing Director, Universal Music Singapore.

Music from Asian Artists
Besides making available the digital music from international labels at the Nokia Music Store, prominent independent labels in Asia including Ocean Butterflies Music and Rock Records Singapore have partnered with Nokia to distribute their content too. Additionally, RS Digital, an independent label from Thailand is offering Thai music via the Singapore site. The combined Asian music content by the international and Asian labels gives consumers a very comprehensive array of Chinese, Malay and Thai soundtracks in addition to local music.

“As a leading independent music powerhouse in Asia, Ocean Butterflies is proud to work with Nokia to offer a unique proposition to music lovers, particularly fans of Chinese pop. This is not only a milestone for Nokia, who has a long history of connecting people to each other, and to the music they love. It is also a key development for the music industry,” said Billy Koh, Ocean Butterflies Music founder and director.

Single Account Sign-on and Intuitive Interface
With a single account, music lovers can access the Nokia Music Store via their desktop computer or directly from optimized Nokia devices such as the Nokia N81, Nokia N82 and Nokia N95 8GB. In addition, users can sync easily from a PC with a wide range of Nokia models including the Xpress Music handsets, Nokia 5610 and Nokia 5310.

Browse for new music, get recommendations or stream favourite songs or albums all at the fingertips. The Store’s intuitive user interface allows users to easily add any song to a wishlist to buy later or purchase it immediately for download to your device, without having to download the same song again on your computer. Users can synchronise their music collection between their PC to compatible Nokia devices using Windows Media Player 11.

Pricing
Individual tracks cost S$2.00 per track and albums are from S$16.00 for most albums. The Nokia Music Store also offers unlimited PC streaming at S$16.00 per month. All music on the Nokia Music Store can be purchased through a variety of payment options, including credit cards, AXS machines and vouchers.

Consumers can also look forward to free tracks given out regularly, as well as the exclusive distribution of new albums or new tracks at the Nokia Music Store.

About Nokia Music Store
Nokia Music Store is a service where you can browse and buy music in order to download on your PC and compatible Nokia mobile device. Music downloaded from Nokia Music Store can be conveniently moved between your PC and compatible Nokia device, as well as copied to CD and moved on to compatible digital music players. Nokia Music Store also offers a monthly subscription service that allows you to stream unlimited music from the Store catalogue direct to your internet-connected PC. The Nokia Music Store is available in the United Kingdom, Germany, Finland, Ireland, Italy, the Netherlands, Australia, France, and Singapore and will expand to more countries throughout the year. www.nokia.com/music

About Nokia
Nokia is the world leader in mobility, driving the transformation and growth of the converging Internet and communications industries. We make a wide range of mobile devices with services and software that enable people to experience music, navigation, video, television, imaging, games, business mobility and more. Developing and growing our offering of consumer Internet services, as well as our enterprise solutions and software, is a key area of focus. We also provide equipment, solutions and services for communications networks through Nokia Siemens Networks.

Source: Sent to me via email

SINGAPORE April 29, 2008 - Microsoft today announced it is lowering the estimated retail price (ERP) for its Xbox 360 consoles in Singapore. At the new ERP of SGD$499 for the Pro version with 20GB hard drive (previously priced at SGD$620), the Xbox 360 will give consumers more accessibility and opportunity to join the high octane world of interactive digital entertainment from Microsoft.

The prices of the Xbox 360 Arcade and Xbox 360 Elite will be lowered too. The Xbox 360 Arcade is now SGD$399 (previously SGD$459) and the Xbox 360 Elite with 120 GB hard drive is now SGD$699 (previously SGD$799).

This price drop is part of Microsoft’s ongoing strategy to bring high-definition gaming and entertainment to an even wider audience, with great experiences for everyone.

With over 270 high definition games now available in Singapore, consumers will be able to enjoy the vast array of games that satisfy the most avid and casual enthusiast. These include access to over 40 exclusive blockbuster titles such as “Halo 3″(MGS), “Lost Odyssey” (MGS), “Ninja Gaiden 2″ (Tecmo), “Frontlines: Fuel of War” (THQ), “Naruto: Rise of a Ninja” (Ubisoft), “Ace Combat 6: Fires of Liberation” (Namco Bandai), and many more.

Consumers will also be able to take their gaming and entertainment experience to a whole new level by connecting to Xbox LIVE, the world’s leading console online gaming platform with over 10 million members. With the ability to play with other gamers, download new game content, preview and demo upcoming games, play over 100 Xbox LIVE Arcade games, display your gaming prowess and so much more, Xbox LIVE brings a new level of interactivity never seen before in console gaming.

Xbox 360 also offers the most choice in gaming and entertainment experiences with a carefully selected range of high quality accessories. Distract your friends as you sneak by them in-game with the Xbox 360 Wireless Headset; race with virtuosity with the Xbox 360 Wireless Racing Wheel, and get online without wires with the Xbox 360 Wireless Network Adaptor.

For more information about upcoming Xbox 360 news and events in Singapore, please visit your local website at www.xbox.com.sg

Source: This press release was emailed to me by Ian.